Whirlpool LE5530XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5530XP
and
Gas Model
LG5531XP
wave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room AM Condltloners, Oehumldlfters, Automatx Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Relrlgetator-Freezer

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
LAUNDRY
~INFORMAT~~N CENTER
-START BUTTON
_.__. --
> LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide Ia-
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 star-
ing or shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this informatlon ready:
Complete Model Number
1. ComDlete Model and Serial Numbers
(from-the plate located as shown]
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Complete Sertol Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keeo this book, vour warrantv, sales slio
Purchase Date
and’“Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Info;-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
Service Company and
console.
Telephone Number
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for in-warranty service.
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES . 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. . 3
SAFETY FIRST. . 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER. 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6
Cool Down Times , 6
DRYING TIPS. . 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting . . . . 7
Mixed Loads 7
Page
Drying Times 7
LINT SCREEN . 8
LINT REMOVAL . 8
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER. 9
Vacation Care . 9
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.. . 10
1. Before Calling for
Assistance 10
2. IfYou Need Assistance 11
3. IfYou Need Service.. . . . . 11
4. If You Have a Problem 11
2 01984 Whirlpool Corporation

Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
important use and safety information.
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
l is properly maintained.
l is installed in an area protected
from the weather.
l is properly installed and leveled in
a well ventilated room* on a floor
that can support the weight.
l is located in an area where the tem-
perature is above 45°F (7.2’C).
l is connected to the right kind of out-
let, electric supply and grounding.*
l is properly c onnected to fuel and
exhaust syste ms:
l is used only .-.
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petted of home clothes dryers.
l is not run where there may be explo-
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See the”Installation Instructions” for
complete information.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPEOF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts. EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, PERMIT
jeans, corduroys, work clothes HEAVY PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - HEAVY
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HIGH
underwear, diapers MEDIUM
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERMIT PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERMIT
jackets, raincoats 40-50 MINS. PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play HEAVY
clothessheetsslacks _. 30-40 MINS. HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts _. 40-50 MINS. HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, KNITS GENTLE
acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie, LOW
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MINS.
Gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 MINS. LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths .._......_ ________
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POlYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON
PERMIT PRESS
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
AIR
20-30 MINS.
PO-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature.
To stop and 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
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
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