Whirlpool LE5705XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5705XP
and
Gas Model
LG5706XP

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
fs’ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUTTON
- LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide label
before using your
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
[from the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundrv Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLEPRESS’”Setting
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3
4
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL..
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY , ,
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2 01987 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
l it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot). ing on vacation.
l it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
l parts are missing [i.e. door latch]. turn off electrical power before attempting
l all panels are not in place. to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
l the lint screen is loose, damaged or yours is a gas dryer.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. i;tfieguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
aDDliance.
You are personally responsible for making
sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained
9 is properly installed and leveled rn a well
ventilated room* on a floor that can sup-
port the weight.
l is located in an area where the tempera-
ture is above 45 F (7.2 C).
l is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
l is properly connected to fuel and ex-
haust systems.*
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.’
l is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
l is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
‘See “Installation Instructions” for com-
plete intormation.
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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRAHEAVY- Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts . . EXHEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
HEAVY PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTlONS - PRESS
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
HEAVY
underwear,diapers . . . . . . .
MEDIUM HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie . . .
LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERMIT PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats 40-50 MINS.
PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play
PRESS
clothes, sheets, slacks. 30-40 MINS.
HEAVY
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS-Lingerie, HIGH
blouses. dresses . 20-30 MINS.
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
PERM’T PRESS
blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts .
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses . . .
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS. HEAVYHIGH
KNITS GENTLE
30-40 MINS. LOW
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] . . . . .
~;-$$f,~ KNITS GENTLE
Gauze. lace. etc. . . 15-20 MINS. LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS PERMIT PRESS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS.
PLASTIC-Shower curtains,
FLUFF
tablecloths............................ 20-30 MINS.
AIR
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON <
15-20 MINS.

1 . Select a CYCLE
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
3 . Push the START Button
2
Set
. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature
To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
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.
I?the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF.
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Dryer cycles and settings
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special core that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need...a period of heated drying
followed by a IO 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 are designed to dry The chart
on page 4 tells what is meant by
EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads.
At each setting, the drye’r 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, leans, corduroys, etc.)
when the Temperature Selector is set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
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.
COOL DOWN COOL DOWN
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cooldown time.
If the load is not as dry as you want
set the dial more to the lett 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 can 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 number
of minutes you want in the TIMED
DRYING Cycle.
3. Pushthe STARTButton,
Mixed loads
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for the lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove dry
items and reset the control.
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
The TUMBLEPRESSsetting 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 to PERMIT
PRESS/HEAVYHIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLEPRESS.
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 10more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLEPRESSonly a
few items at a time. Putthem on hang-
ers or fold them as soon as the dryer
stops.
Drying times
Drying times will vary depending on:
. amount of moisture in the clothes.
l tYpe and weight of the fabric,
l size of load.
l room temperature around the dryer.
l temperature of the wash rinse water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen,
l dryer temperature selection.
See your “Dryer Guide” for more
information.
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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 FIREHAZARD.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
ROLL the lint off the screen with
your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the screen firmly back into place
Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD. This lint
should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, depending
on dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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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.

Caring for your dryer
Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs before drying -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal
zippers.
Wlpe 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.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable
dyes, such as denim blue jeans or
brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the dryer interior. Ifthe
interior is discolored, clean with
one of the following methods to
avoid staining later load items.
Powdered laundry detegent and
very warm water
Make a paste with detergent and
very warm water. Apply paste to
a soft cloth and scrub area until
all excess dye is removed. Wipe
thoroughly with a damp cloth.
Tumble a load of rags. -OR-
liquid spray household cleaner
Spray on stained area. Rub with
a cloth until all excess dye is
removed. Tumble a load of rags.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Forgas dryers, close gas valve.
0 Clean lint screen.
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If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
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1. Before LaNing for
assistance...
Performance problems often result
from little things you can find and fix
yourself without tools of any kind.
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT RUN:
l Isthe power supply plugged into a
live circuit with the proper voltage?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push the STARTButton?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
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.
IF DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Isthe lint screen clean? See page 8
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 7 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide:’
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