Whirlpool LE4930XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Compact
Models
LE4930XM
and
LE4900XM
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Parts and features
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
CYCLE
CONTROL KNOB
DRYER DRUM
, LOADING DOOR
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide la-
bel before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe out the
dryer drum with a
damp cloth to re-
move dust from stor-
ing or shipping.
See your “Dryer
Guide”for informa-
tion on fabrics, dry-
ing special-care
items, drying tips
and other details.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready Complete Model Number
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
(from~the plate located as shown]
2. Purchase date from sales slip. Complete Serlol Number
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip Purchase Dote
and “Dryer Guide”. Service Company and
Telephone Number
There IS no warranty registration to return Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for In-warranty service.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETYFIRST
STARTING YOUR DRYER
SELECTING A CYCLE
End of Cycle Signal
LINTSCREEN ...,,,.,. ::‘.‘.‘.‘.:::‘.::::
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
Vacation Care
VoltageRequirements
Optional Installation Accessories
If YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE
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Starting your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly [see your”Dryer Guide”]. Be sure the door is tightly closed.
1. %tk?E and TIME
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and time setting The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
you want.
To stop and
3. restart the dryer
To stop the dryer, open the door (or
turn the Control Knob to OFF).
To restart the dryer, close the door,
Select cycle, if necessary, and push
START.
To change
4. the setting
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting.
4 The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

Selecting a cycle
Dryer cycles are designed for the proper drying of different kinds of
fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:
REGULAR HEAVY -The heat is off AIR - No heat. This cycle is Useful
during the last 5 minutes of tumbling. when drying heat-sensitive items or
The load is cooled down for more when fluffing pillows and bedding
comfortable handling. or dusting sheers and curtains.
this cycle for about 20 minutes
TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS SUGGESTED CYCLE
HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts
MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts, dresses,
sheets, dlaoers, towels, work clothes
REGULAR HEAVY
REGULAR HEAVY
PERMANENT PRESS
HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats, etc
MEDIUMWEIGHT - PERMANENT PRESS
Shirts, uniforms, dresses. slacks. etc PERMANENT PRESS
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS, RAYONS, BLENDS -
T-Shirts. slacks. polo shirts, etc
LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS(polyester,
acrylic. etc ] AND BLENDS -
Llngerle, blouses, dresses, etc
DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -
Sheer Curtains 12 or 3 oanelsl
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS
Pillows, bras, etc
Plastic shower curtains, tablecloths
Rubber backed rugs
Olefln. polypropylene, sheer nylon
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
Drying times
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
Drying times will vary depending on: for more information.
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
l size of the load.
l room temperature around the dryer.
l voltage used. See page 9 of this
book for voltage information.

Mixed loads
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for the lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
To help reduce wrinkling, take
the load from the dryer as soon
as tumbling stops. This is very
important for permanent press,
knits and other synthetic
fabrics.
Suggested load sizes
Use these load size recommendations for your compact dryer. Do not
use the load sizes for larger capacity dryers that are listed in the”Dryer
Guide:’
FABRIC TYPE
Permanent press
or knils
MIXED LOAD UNMIXED LOAD
1 dress 6 shortsOR
2 pairs slacks 2 panlsults OR
2 blouses 3-4 dresses
Medium weigh1 1 pair pajamas
2 pillowcases
3 shirts
2 setsof underwear
1 king or queen-size sheet OR
1 double sheet and 2
pillowcases OR
2 single sheersand
2 pillowcases
Heavyweight 3 work shirts
2 work pants 8 balh lowels OR 6 bath towels,
3 hand towels and
6 washclolhs OR
3 pairs of jeans
End-of-cycle signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know
when the cycle is finished.The signal cannot be
turned off and is not adjustable.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the dryer
stops.
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Lint screen
The lint screen
is inside the dryer
drum, on the
back wall. Clean
it before each
load. A screen
blocked by lint
Pull straight can increase
out. drying time.
1. Use the finger holes to pull the lint
screen straight out.
2. Lightly squeeze the body, as
shown, while pulling the cover off
3. Roll lint off the
screen with
your fingers.
DO NOT rinse
or wash the
screen. Wet
lint is hard to
remove. Squeeze body;
pull cover off.
4. Replace the cover on the body of
the lint screen.
5. Push the lint screen straight back
in until it clicks into place.
CAUTION: RUNNING THE DRYER WITH THE LINT SCREEN LOOSE,
DAMAGED OR MISSING CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING, DAMAGE TO
FABRICS AND DRYER PARTS, OR CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.
Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a fire hazard. This lint
should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, depending on
dryer usage.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
’ Make sure dryer is cool.
1. Remove back panel.
2. Avoid damaging wires or ther-
moStats
3. Remove lint from shaded area -
see art - with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and re
level dryer.

Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing
before drying - pins, buckles, etc.
Close metal zippers.
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft
cloth.Spills allowed to remain may
dull or damage the finish.
Non-colorfast items can stain the
drum. Wipe carefully after drying to
make sure there is no dye to be
transferred to items in the next load.
Never leave wet or damp laundry in
your dryer.
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
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Vacation care
1. Disconnect power supply cord.
2. Clean lint screen.
Voltage Requirements
Dryer Model LE4930XM operates
on household current of 240 or 208
volts.
Drying times will be longer if 208
volt current is used.
Dryer Model LE4900XM operates
on household current of 120 volts.
Drying times will be longer than for
dryers that operate on 240 volts.
Power supply for
Dryer Model LE4930XM. Power supply for
Dryer Model LE4900XM.
Optional Installation accessories
The WINDOW EXHAUST KIT [Part No.
LCK 3000) is a convenient way to
exhaust Your dryer through a
window.
An EXHAUST DEFLECTOR (Part No. LCK
4000) moves dryer exhaust to the
side or up or down.
The dryer can be mounted on a wall
with the DRYER WALL MOUNT KIT (Part
No. LCK 2001). The wall must be
strong enough to support the weight.
Not to be used in mobile homes. This
allows You to have an eye level
dryer with floor space beneath for a
washer.
The dryer can be mounted on a
stand at eye level with the STACK
RACK KIT (Part No. LCK IIOO]. A com-
pact washer can be permanently
installed and operated under the
dryer.
Another STACK RACK KIT [Part No. LCK
1000) is available for washers that
will only be stored under the dryer.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling
for assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from little things you can find
and fix vourself without tools of any
kind. ’
DRYER DOES NOT RUN:
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Is power supply cord plugged in?
Is door closed tightly?
Did you push START Button?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l An electric dryer has two fuses. if
not a circuit-breaker. If one is
blown, the dryer may run, but not
heat.
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 5 of this book and page
6 of your”Dryer Guide:’
l Are fuses blown or a circuit-breaker
tripped?
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