Whirlpool LE5600XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5600XP
and
Gas Model
LG56olXP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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Contents
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
Mixed Loads . 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting . . . . . 7
LAUNDRY
;. INFORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
DRYER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide la-
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 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
4. 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
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.
Page Page
Drying Times. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
LINT SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B
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. If You Need Assistance . . 11
3. IfYouNeedService . . . . . . 11
4. If You Have a Problem . . 11
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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‘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-
pected of home clothes dryers.
l ISnot run where there may beexplo-
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See the “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
l 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.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts. EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, PERM’T
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, sheetsslacks _. _. 30-40 MINS. HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERM’T PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends, 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.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 15-20 MIN.%
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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 informatlon on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
2. SELECTOR
needed drying temperature
To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button. 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.