Whirlpool LE5650XK User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5650XK
and
Gas Model
LG5651XK
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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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 wrth 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
Complele Serlol 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
Serwce 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
PARTSAND FEATURES 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3
SAFETY FIRST 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTtONS 6
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6
Cool Down Times 6
DRYING TIPS 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESSSetting 7
Mixed Loads 7
Drying Times
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
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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2 01984 Whirlpool Corporation

Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
important use and safety informatron
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified rnstaller
l is properly maintained
l is installed in an area protected
from the weather.
l is properly installed and leveled in
a well ventrlated room* on a floor
that can support the weight.
l ISlocated rn 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 groundrng’
9 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
GAS SUPPLIER.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHtR
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY
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
COllONS - 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 MED
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERMIT PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERM’T
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.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 15-20 MINS.
Drying these and other heat-sensitive
materials can damage them or be a
FIRE HAZARD.
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Select a
1. Cl’CLE
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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. ST,ART Hutton
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The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button
Changing a setting
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting
Set TEMPERATLIRE
2. SELECTOR
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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
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special care that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need...0 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.
The EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and
LIGHT cycles descrrbe the loads
they are designed to dry. The chart
on page 4 tells what ISmeant by
EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDfUM 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 is designed 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.
c MORE TIME LESS TIME +
HEAVY
MED
If the load ISnot as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the leftthe next
time you dry that kind of load.
If the load ISdryer than you Want,
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
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Cool down times
In all cycles, the heat shuts off
before the dryer stops tumbling. Thus
cool down time helps:
l keep wrinkles from setting in
l make handling the hot load items
easier.
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cool down time

Drying tips
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. Thussetting can be used to fluff
bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam
rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers
etc
1. Set Temperature Selector on FLUFF
AIR.
2. Turn Control Knob to the number of
minutes you want in the PERMANENT
PRESSCycle.
3. Push STARTButton
Mixed loads
When dryrng a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for the lightest
fabrrcs When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
items that may have been packed
In a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed from the dryer.
1. Set Temperature Selector on PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob on TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
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 resultsTUMBLE PRESSonly
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops.
Drying times
Drying times will vary depending on
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fa brie
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 dryertemperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more information.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each 1oad.A screen blocked by lint can
Increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD
Open the lid and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the screen
straight out. with your fingers.
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DO NOT run the dryer with DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
the lint screen loose, Push the screen firmly back into
damaged or missing. place.
Doing so can cause over-
heating, can damage fabrics and
can be a FIRE HAZARD.
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 otten, depending on
dryer usage.
Thermostats
ELECTRIC DRYERS ” GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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l Avoid electrical shock
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hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
’ Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
’ Make sure dryer is cool.
1. Remove back panel (electric) or
front panel [gas].
2. Avoid damaging wires.ther-
mostats, funnel or igniter.
3. Remove lint from shaded area -
see art - with a sof-f brush or
vacuum cleaner
4. Replace panel; reconnect and re-
level dryer.
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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 in
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
Disconnect power
supply cord.
Some pretreatment products can
damage di als, console
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
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For gas dryers, close
gas valve.
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Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
I, Before calling for 4h
assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from llttle things you can 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?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is wlthout heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
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. 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 a circuit
breaker or 2 fuses. If one fuse is
blown, the dryer may run, but not
heat.
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
9 Are fuses blown or a circuit-breaker
tripped?
l Is the lint screen clean?
. See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide:
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