Whirlpool LE5605XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5605XP
and
Gas Model
LG5606XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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6 INFORMATION CENTER
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
L
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
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
Service Comoanv and
console
Telephone N;mb&
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase IS all
that is required for in-warranty service.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES . .
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. .
SAFETY FIRST.
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS.
FLUFFAIR SElllNG
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TUMBLE PRESS8Setting
Mixed Loads
Drying Times.
Page
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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. If You Have a Problem
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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 fhat 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 connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected 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.
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.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.

Selecting a cycle
and starting
your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly [see your”Dryer Guide”).
Be sure the door is tightly closed.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes, sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses. dresses
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERM’T 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 MIN.%
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MIN.5
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 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for informatron on
the cycles
Push the
3. START Button
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
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.