Whirlpool LE5535XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5535XP
and
Gas Model
LG5536XP
Ive Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AH Condltloners. Dehumldlhers, Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers

b/A ,DRVER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
TURE SELECTOR
ION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN 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.
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 Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip
Purchase Date
and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
Servrce 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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times .
DRYING TIPS. .
FLUFFAIR Setting .
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting , , , , . 7
Mixed Loads 7
Drying Times. 7
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior..
Vacation Care.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
4. IfYou Have a Problem
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Your
Respons ibilities
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”CJ.
l is connected to the right kind of out-
let, electric supply and grounding.’
l is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems:
l is used only for jobs normally ex- 1 .:
petted of home clothes dryers.
l is not run where there may t:
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone l
unable to operate it properly.
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*See the “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
9FOR YOUR SAFETY.
DO NOT STOREOR USE t
GASOLINE OR OTHER k
FLAMMABLE VAPORS ANDi
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

Selecting a cycle
and starting
your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry ISsorted and loaded
properly (see your”Dryer Guide”).
Be sure the door is tightly closed.
TYPE OF LOAD SUgF%;ED SUGGESTED
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
clothes, sheets,slacks _. 30-40 MINS. HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERM’T 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 PERMIT PRESS
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys 20-30 MINS. FLUFF
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, AIR
tablecloths _. 20-30 MINS.
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.
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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.