Whirlpool LE5700XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5700XP
and
Gas Model
LG5701XP
ave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AM Conditioners. Oehumidrfiers. Automatrc Washers, Clothes Oryers, Freezers. RetrlgeratOr-Freezer

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
INFORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide lo-
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. Comdete Model and Serial Numbers
(from-the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Complete Senol 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.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES . . . .
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. .
SAFETY FIRST. . . .
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER.
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times . . .
DRYING TIPS. . .
FLUFFAIR Setting . . .
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Mixed Loads .
Drying Times.
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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. IfYou 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 information.
You are personally responsible for
making sure that Your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
9 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.

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
TYPEOF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads.quilts. EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans. corduroys, work clothes HEAVY
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers MEDIUM
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats _. 40-50 MINS.
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, ploy
clothes, sheets, slacks 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS PERMIT 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.
tIGHTWEIGHT 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.
40-50 MINS.
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 information 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.

Operating instructions
Dryer cycles and settings
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the specjal core 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.
The EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and
LIGHT cycles describe the loads
they ore designed to dry.The chart
on page 4 tells what is meant by
EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads.
At each setting,the dryerwill 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 MORETIME LESSTIME +
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 PRESSCycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles hove 5 minutes of
cool down time.
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If the load is not OSdry as you wont,
set the dial more to the lefl the next
time you dry that kind of load.
If the load is dryer than you want.
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
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Drying tips
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. This setting con be used to fluff
bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam
rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers.
etc.
1. Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-
ber of minutes you wont in the
TIMED DRYING Cycle.
3. Push the STARTButton.
Mixed loads
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for the lightest
fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
TUMBLE PRFSS@ Setting
The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such OS
items that may hove been pocked
in a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed from the drvpr
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 ai-
for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for 10 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly
a few items at Q time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon OSthe
dryer stops.
Drying times
Drying times will 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 dryertemperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more informotinn
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
Oaen the lid and aull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the &zreen
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.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
- AS,-;rl -9ctrical shock
“-“ig power
-.- _. turn off
,,,...,Jl power.
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
’ 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.
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Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing Never leave wet or damp laundry in
before drying - pins, buckles, etc. your dryer.
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soff
cloth.Spills allowed to remain may
dull or damage the finish.
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 affer drying to
make sure there is no dye to be
transferred to items in the next load.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Vacation care
.
Unplug power cord or
turn off electrical power. For gas dryers, close
gas valve. Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling for
assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from little things you can find
and fix yourself without fools 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 Are fuses blown or a circuit-breaker
tripped?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
Is gas turned on? If not, turn Control
Knob to OFF.Turn on gas. Wait 5
minutes. Reset controls and start
An electric dryer uses a circuit
breaker or 2 fuses. If one fuse is
blownthe dryer may run, but not
heat.
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide.”
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