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.
5

Operating instructions
Dryer cycles and settings Cool down times
In all cycles, the heat shuts off
before the dryer stops tumbling. This
cool down time helps:
l keep wrinkles from setting in.
l make handling the hot load items
easier.
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special care that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need...a period of heated drying
followed by a 10 minute cool down.
The chart on page 4 suggests time
and temperature settings for different
kinds of loads.
I
10 MINUTES 5 MINUTES
COOL DOWN COOL DOWN
The EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and
LIGHT cycles describe the loads
they are designed to drY.The chart
on page 4 tells what is meant by
EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads.
At each settrng, the dryer will run
about long enough to dry the load
described by the setting. Example:
The HEAVY Cycle ISdesigned to be
long enough to dry a load of heavy
fabrics (towels, jeans, corduroys, etc.)
when the Temperature Selector is set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
If the load is not as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the lett the next
time you dry that kind of load.
If the load is dryerthan You want,
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have S minutes of
cool down time.
6

Drying tips
FLI.FF :UR
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector IS set on FLUFF
AIR Th1.ssetting can be used to fluff
beddlng. plastic tablecloths, foam
rubber pillows, stuffed toys. sneakers
etc
1. Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want in the
PERMANENT PRESSCycle.
3. Push the STARTButton.
Mi sed loads
When drying a load with different
krnds and weights of fabrics. use the
cycle suggested for the lightest
fabrics When the dryer stops, remove
dry Items and reset the control
TI’MBLE PRESS .,Setting
The TUMBLE PRESS setting :emoves
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
Items that may have been packed
in a suitcase closet. or items not
removed from the dryer
I I
1. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS
3. Push START Button
The load will tumble in heated air
for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for 10 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESS only
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops
Drying times
Dryrng trmes wit1 vary depending on
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 temperature of the wash rinse
water
l amount of lint in the lint screen
l dryer temperature selectron
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more information

Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE H
ROLL the lint off the screen
with your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the screen firmly back into
place.
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 often, depending on
dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
’ Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
l Make sure dryer is cool.
1. Remove back panel (electric]
or lower access panel (gas).
2. Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
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.
Never leave wet or damp laundry rn
your dryer.
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
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.
Vacation care
Some pretreatment products con
damage drals,console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Unplug power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen.
turn off electrical power. gas valve. 9

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
I. Before calling for
assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from little things you con find
and fix yourself without tools of any
kind.
DRYER DOES NOT RUN:
l Is power supply cord plugged in?
l Is door closed tightly?
l Did you push START Button?
l Is gas turned on? If not, turn Control
Knob to OFF. Turn on gas. Wait 5
minutes. Reset controls and start.
l An electric dryer uses o circuit
breaker or 2 fuses. If one fuse is
blown, the dryer may run, but not
heat.
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Are fuses blown or a circuit-breaker
tripped?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT;
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The lost minutes of heat settings ore
without heat.
an
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide:’