Whirlpool LE5200XT User manual

Use&CareGuide
Cycle control knob
Temperatureeelector
Start button
Unt screen
Dryer drum
Model and serial
number label
LARGECAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS
LE5200XT LE5750XM LE5790XSLE5795XP
LG5201XT LG5751XM LG5791XSLG5796XP

Contents
Page
Important Safety Insb'uctlons
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities ................ 3
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer .......................... 4
The automatic cycles ..................... 6
Timed drying .................................. 7
Using fluff air .................................. 7
Using TUMBLE PRESS • ................ 8
Using damp dry .............................. 9
Lintsignal ....................................... 9
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen................ 10
Lint screen maintenance .............. 10
Cleaning the dryer ........................ 11
Lint removal ................................. 12
If You Need Service Or
Assistance ...................................... 14
Whirlpool Autornatlc Dryer
Warranty ......................................... 16
01992 Whirlpool Corporation
Thedrawingsinthisbookmayvary
slightlyfromyour dryermodel.Theyare
designedtoshowthedifferentfeatures
ofallmodelscoveredbythisbook.
NOTE: Yourmodelmaynotincludeall
thefeaturesshown.
Ifyourdryerhasa ConsumerBuy
Guidelabel,removeit. Itwillbeeasier
to removebeforethedryerisused.To
removeany remainingglue:
• Rubbrisklywiththumbtomake a
ball,thenremove.
or
•Soak area with liquid hand
dishwashing detergent before
removing glue as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the finish.
See "Important Safety Instructions"on
page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels insidethe dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
2
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this producL Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
If you need service or call with a
question.
• Copy model and serial numbers from
label (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from sales slip.
•Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
SerialNumber
PurchaseDate
,ServiceCompanyPhone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical
switches.
3. Extinguish any open
flame.
4. Immediately call your gas
supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids In the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions
• Read all Instru_lone before using
the dryer.
•NEVER dry items cleaned, washed,
soaked in or spoiled with wax, peJnt,
gasoline or flammable fluids in the
dryer. The fumes can create a FIRE
HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry fabrics
containing these materials.
• NEVER allow children to operate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
•DO NOT reach into adryer if the
drum is moving.
•When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
• DO NOT install or storedryer where
itwill be exposed to the weather.
•DO NOT tamper with the controls.
• You ,.re req_ons_le for making
sum that your dryer is installed,
repaired and has parts replaced by a
qualified person.
•Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
•FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and heat
sensitive materials with heat.
-allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a
qualified person.
•Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
•DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
•Dryer must be electrically grounded.
See the Installation Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-
m
Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities
•NEVER operate the dryer if:
-it is notworking right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
- it isdamaged.
- parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
- all panels are notin place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
• ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation ifyou
have a gas dryer.
•ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
•You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled on a
floor that can support the weight in a
well ventilated room.*
- is located in an area where the
temperature isabove 45°F (7°C).
-is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply."
- is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
- is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
"See the Installation Instructionsfor
complete information.

OperatingInstructions
Startingyourdryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting informationbefore starting your dryer.
NOTE: Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static ding, and damage
some fabrics. SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
Cottons and linens
EXTRAHEAVY-Eedspmads, ms.ms
pads.qu,ts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels,jeans,corduroys,
work dothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT-,Sheets,pilk_vcases,
oononunderwear,diaper=
LIGHTWEIGHT--Babslm,orgarK:ies,
kngorie
AUTOMATIC PERM'T PRESS
REGULAR HEAVY HIGH
Pemument press, synthellc=
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Workdo_es, jadmts,
ndnooats
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Shirts,playdothes,
sheets,-lacks
LIGHTWEIGHT-LJngorie,blouses,dresses
AUTOMATIC PERM'T PRESS
PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH
PRESS
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons,rayons, blends,
T-shirts,slacks,shim
MEDlUMWEIGHT-Synthelics(polyester,
ac:yrr._etc.),dressslacks,sldrts,sweatens
LJGHTWEIGHT-SyntheI_cs(polyester,
acrylic,eta) andblends,lingerie,blouses,
dresses
AUTOMATIC PERM'T PRESS
PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH
PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
Dellclts hlbdCl
Sheercurtains(2 or3 panels),
gauze,lace,etc.
AUTOMATIC KNITS GENTLE
PERMANENT LOW
PRESS
Drying rubber, plasticand other heat-senslUve
mterlsls with heatcan damage them or be a
Rubber, plmstlC,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows. bras. stuffed toys
PLASTiC-Showor curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OIl:FIN. POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
TIMED DRYING
20-30 min.
20-30 min.
40-50 min.
15-20 rnin.
FLUFF AIR*
"See page 7
4

I. Select • cycle by turning the Cycle
Control Knob either way. Stop
when the indicatoron the knob's
outer ring points to the cycle and
time you want. See pages 6-9 for
further cycle information.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
thedesiredtemperaturesetting.
3. Push the Start Button to start the
dryer.
To stop end restart the dryer
• Open the door or turn the Cycle
Control Knob to OFF to stopthe
dryer.
•Close the door, select a cycle (if
necessary) and push the Start
Button to restart the dryer.
The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not
in use. If the dryer is stopped before
the cycle isfinished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area. 5

OperatingInettuctlons
Continued
Theautomaticcycles
The automatic cycles allow you to
select the degree 04 dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried.
The automatic DRY-MISERPcontrol
is a thermostat that senses the dryer
air temperature. The dryer automati-
(:ally shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached.
The Cycle Contn)l Knob will not
move until the load is aimost dry or the
cool-down portion04the cycle has
been roached. After the cool-down
portion iscoml_ete, the Cycle Control
Knob automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumblingStol_.
thle AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry
heavy or mediumweight cotton items.
The bad tumbles without heat during
the last 5 minutes. This helps make
the bed easier to handle.
Use AUTOMATIC PERMANENT
PRESS to dry permanent press, knits
and other synthetic items. The load
tumbles without heat during the last
10 minutes. This helps keep wrinkles
from setting in and makes the load
easier to handle.
For the first few loads, set the Cycle
Control Knob to point to the .A.in either
automatic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
• If items are drier than you like, use a
seffing to the rightof the _" the next
time you dry a similar load.
• If items are notas dry as you like,
use a setting to the left 04the •the
nexttime you dry a similar load.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrink-
age, static cling and damage to some
fabrics.

TIMEDDRYING
Use the TIMED DRYING cycle for any
load you want to dry by time.
Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want from 10 to
60. The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat to help make the load
easier to handle.
UsingFLUFFAIR
IFire Hazard I
Do not dry plasticor rubber items
with heaL UseFLUFFAIR rotting,
or line dry. Failureto do so could
result infire or damaged Items.
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is sat to FLUFF
AIR. This can be used to fluff or air dry
bedding, plastic tablecloths,foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Tum the Temperature Selector to
FLUFF AIR.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want in the
TIMED DRYING cycle.
3. Push the Start Button.
NOTE: Repeat steps above if more
time is needed to dry items.

OperatingIn_bru_
_lnued
Models LE5790XS and LGS791XS
UsingTUMBLEPRESS®
For ell models (except LE5200XT
and LG5201XT):
The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes
wdnkles from clothing that has been
packed in a suitcase or closet, and
from items not removed from the dryer
at the end of a cycle.
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on
TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
PERM'T PRESS HEAVY HIGH.
3. Push the Start Button.
Forbestresults,putonlya few items
at a timeinthis cycle. Assoonasthe
dryerstops, puttheitems on hangers
or foldthem.
For models LES790XS and
LG5791XS:
The load will tumble in heated air for
15 minutes. Then the dryer will tumble
the clothes for 5 more minutes without
heat.
For models I.E5750XM, LG5751XM,
LES795XP end LG5796XP:
The load will tumble in heated air for
I0 minutes. Then the dryer will tumble
the clothes for 5 more minutes without
heat.
Models LEb'750XM, LG5751XM,
LE5795XP end LGS796XP

Models LES790XSand LC_791XS
Models LJE5750XM, LG5751XM,
LE5795XP and LG5796XP
UsingDAMPDRY
For ell models (except LE5200XT
and LG5201XT):
Use this setting todry damp items or
to leave wet items damp. (Heavy
cottons, for example, axe easier to
press when damp and do not become
stiff.)
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on
DAMP DRY in the TIMED DRYING
cycle.
2. Push the Start Button.
Formodels LES790XSand
LG5791XS:
The dryer tumbles the load with heat
for 25 minutes, then without heat for
5minutes.
For models LE5750XM, LG5751XM,
LE5795XP and LG5796XP:
The dryer tumbles the load with heat
for 20 minutes, then without heat for
5 minutes.
Lintsignal
For models I.ES?95XP and
LG5796XP:
Clean the lint screen before each
load. A signal will sound if you neglect
to dean your lintscreen. The signal (a
whistle tone) lets you know the airflow
is restricted. Restricted airflow reduces
drying efficiency.
Turn off the dryer and clean the lint
screen as shown on page 10.

CadngForYourDryer
Productlind Fabric Damage Hazard
Do not run the dryer with the lint icreen Iooee,
damaged, blocked or mlmdng.I_lng so can
_tme overheatingand damage to boththe
dryer end fabrics.
CleaningIhelintscreen
The lintscreenislocatedundera lid
ontopofthedryer.Clean Itbefore
each load. A screenblockedbylint
canincreasedryingtime.
1. Open thelidand pullthe lintscreen
straightout.
2. Rolllintoffthescreenwithyour
fingers.Do notrinseorwashthe
screen to removelint.Wetlintis
hardto remove.
3. Pushthe lintscreenfirmlybackinto
placeandclosethelid.
Lintscreenmaintenance
Laundry detergents and fabric
softeners can cause a residue build-up
on the lintscreen. A clogged lint
screen can extend dryingtimes. Clean
the lintscreen every six months or
more frequently if it becomes clogged
due to aresidue build-up. Use the
following method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with
hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water
and liquid detergent.
3. Scrub lint screen with the brush
until all residue build-up is re-
moved.
4. Rinse with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a
clean towel and replace in dryer.
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