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.
10

Cleaningthedryer
Electrical Shock and
Peramnal Injury Hazard
• Turn off the olecb'loal power
before cleaning the Interior.
•Make sure the dryer Is cooL
Failure to do am could ruult M
ok_:trlr,,el shock or kl_ry.
Fire Hazard
•Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could roamlt In an
oxplosion. I
Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly
colored cotton items, may discolor the
dryer interior.
If you want to remove stalne from
dryer drum use one of the following
methods:
Powdorod laundry detergent
1. Make a paste with detergent and
very warm water.
2. Apply paste to asoft cloth and scrub
area until ail excess dye is removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
Lkluld non-flammable household
cleaner
1. Apply to stained area.
2. Rub with acloth untilall excess dye
is removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a loadof rags to dry.
To clean dryer oxterlor:
Wipe with asoft, damp cloth.
11

Caring For Your Dryer
Continued
Lintremoval
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be
a fuel for fire. It isrecommended the
lintbe removed every 2 to 3 years, or
more often, depending on dryer
usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. Ifyou have any
questions, please call our Consumer
Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301.
Thermostats Heat element
terminals
m
Electricdryer with back penal removed
Igniter _,nnel
El_lcll Shock 1114
per= l ury I, rd
•Unplug tho power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power
before removing dryer panols.
•Make sure the dryer is cool.
* Dryer ports can have sharp
edges, thin care when han-
dllng.
•When replacing front panel
alter llnt removal, the wire clips
holding the door switch wires
must be anchored to top of
iront and side panels. Wires
MUST NOT touch rotating
drum. (See page 13, step 7.)
Failure to do so could result In
elsotrlcal shock or personal
inJury.
if your dryer is eisctrlc, or is gas
and has I lower _ront access panel:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or
turn off the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or
lower front access panel (gas). See
Installation Instructions.
3. Remove lintfrom shaded area in
illustration with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner. Avoid damaging
wires, thermostats (electric), funnel
(gas) or igniter(gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
level dryer again, if necessary.
NOTE: See page 13 if your dryer is
gas and has a full front panel.
Gu dryer wtth Iow_ front
12 access panel removed

Drum seal
VlewB
right
RqHnOVO R
beforeopening lop
VlewA
Side panel
wire clips Front pimei
wire clip
(,._ vim c)
Belt
Wire dip-
holds door
switch wires
VIewC
VlewD
Ifyour dryer I1 gas Ind hu I lull front
pilel, removeirontpill miIonom:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn
off the electrical power.
2. Open lint screen lid. Remove two
screws in lintscreen area.
3. Open top by pulling forward and up
at each front corner (see view A).
Rest raised top against wall behind
dryer (top is hinged st rear).
4. Remove two internal screws from
front panel flanges (near top front
comers). Liftfront panel slightly,
liftingoff lower clips (see view B).
Slowly pull front panel forward,
disengaging panel from drum.
(Drum will drop slightly.)
&Move front panel aside and rest edge
against side of dryer. Avoid discon-
necting wire clips (see view (3) or
damaging wires.
6. Remove tint from area shown in "gas
dryer" illustration on page 12 with soft
brush or vacuum cleaner. Avoid
damaging wires, funnel or igniter.
7. Reassemble in reverse order. Before
closing the top, check the following:
- Drum seal must be flared out (see
view D) and properly positioned
against panel at back of drum.
Rotate drum counterclockwise one
full turn to check drum seal.
- Belt should be centered and tight
on dryer drum.
- Wire clips which hold the door
switch wires must be anchored in
slot in top of front panel (see
view C) and along lop edge of side
panel. Door wires must not touch
drum when dryer is operating.
See Warning, page 12.
8. Replace top panel and lint screen
screws. Top and front panels must
be securely in place before operating
dryer.
9. Reconnect power and level dryer
again (if necessary).
NOTE: Call Consumer Assistance at
1-800-253-1301 for assistance or
more information. 13

IfYouNeedSendceOrAssistance
Wesuggestyoufollow
thesesteps:
1. Before calling for aHIstance ...
Performance problems often result
from littlethings you can find and fix
yourself without tools of any kind.
If your dryer does not run:
• Is the power supply plugged into a
live circuit with the proper voltage?
•Is the door dosed tightly?
•Did you push the Start Button?
• Have you checked your home's main
fuses or circuitbreaker box?
If your dryer does not heat:
•The AIR setting Is without heat.
• The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
•Ifyou have a gas dryer, isthe gas
turned on? If not, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to OFF. Turn on gas.
Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls and
start.
•The circuit supplying an electric dryer
uses 2 breakers or 2 fuses. If one
breaker istripped or one fuse is
blown, the dryer may run, but not
heat.
If drying time eeema too long:
•Is the lint screen clean? See page 10
for cleaning instructions.
• Is the exhaust duct or outside
exhaust hood dogged? Clean
if needed.
•See the Dryer Guide.
2. If you need assistance*._
Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistanca
Center talophone number. Dial free
from anywhere In the U.S.:
1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained consult-
ants. The consultant can instruct you in
how to obtain satIsfactory operation from
your appliance or, if service is neces-
sary, recommend aqualified service
company in your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. William Clark
Consumer Assistance Representative
Whirlpool Corporation
200O M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Please include a daytime phone number
in your correspondence.
3. If you need service°_.
Whirlpool has a
,d_V__l, nationwide network
of authorized
NINX= WhirlpoOISaservice
companies.
Whirlpool service technicians are trained
to fulfillthe product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the
United States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company in your area.
call our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
AlqqJ AI_ES - I'I_JmHOLD - ID.ECTlilCAL/kelqJANCEm.
MAJOR - INDWICE & I_PAiR IMJO_. liP=aRE40 & P_q111
OR
WMk"INO MA_HI_m, Dmflmm
& Igq_NEIW - Imt_qO
_u_o. NJP.Jmcm
/_40AIZED t_41Lo_OL m]tW_
8_qvlG_
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14

4.IfyouneedFSl_
replacement parts*...
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts.
Look forthis symbol ofquality when-
ever you need a replacement part for
your Whirlpool appliance. FSP mplaca-
ment parts willfit right and work right,
because they are made to the same
exacting specif'_ations used to build
every new Whidl:xx)lappliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in
your area, refer to Step 3 or call the
Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center
number in Step 2.
5. If you ,,re not uUidled with how
the problem was lowed*..
•Contact the Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel (MACAP).
MAC/Ida is a group of independent
consumer experts that voices
consumer views at the highest levels
of the major appliance industry.
•Contact MACAP only when the
dealer, authorized servicer and
Whirlpool have failed to resolve
your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
• MACA ° will in turn inform us of your
action.
"When requesting assistance, please
provide: model number, serial
number, date of purchasa, and a
complete dascdp(ion of the problem.
This information is needed in order
to better respond to your request.
15

WHIRLPOOL*
AutomaticDq r Warranty DR_
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR FSPe replacement parts and repair labor to
WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship.
From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by an authorized
Whirlpools" service company.
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace lightbulbs.
B. Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family
household use.
C. Pickup and delivery. This product isdesigned to be repaired in the
home.
D. Damage to dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of
or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications
made to the appliance.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do notallow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or oonsequential damages so this limitationor exclusion may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States. a different warranty may apply. For details, please
contact your authorized Whirlpool distributoror military exchange.
If you need service, first see the "Service and Assistance" section of this book.
After checking "Service and Assistance," additional help can be found by calling
our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from
anywhere in the U.S.
®Registered Trademark /SM Service Mark of Whidpool Corporation
PartNo.3395410
©1992 WhirlpoolCorporation Printed in U.S.A.