Whirlpool LE5725XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYER
Electric Model
LE5725XP
and
Gas Model
LG5726XP
fave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Au Condltloners. Oehumldiflers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrlgerator-Freezer

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
ORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LOADING DOOR
AND SERIAL
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
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
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
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
TUMBLE PRESS* Setting :
Drying Times. 8
Mixed Loads 8
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Lint Signal
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. IfYou 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 personatly responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
. 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.*
. 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.
i l FOR YOUR SAFETY. t
II’ IF YOU SMELLGAS: 4
t 1. OPEN WINDOWS. :
1 2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
r, CAL SWITCHES.
I( 3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN ;
I
i l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
1
DO NOT STORE OR USE
$ GASOLINE OR OTHER ; I
i FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND [ 1
E LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY ;

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreuds.
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 PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jacket&raincoats 40-50 MINS.
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shorts. play
clothes, sheets, slacks : 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
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.
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 PEtiM’T 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. SHEER NYLON 15-20 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE
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 WIII start tumblrng when
you push the START Button
Set TEMPERATL’RE
2. SELECTOR
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...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 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 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.
r
+ MORE IIME LESS TIME + I
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.
I
COOL DOWN COOL DOWN I
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.
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 dryerthan 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. Set the Temperature Selector to
FLUFF AIR.
2. Set the Control Knob to the PERMA-
NENT PRESS Cycle and select the
number of minutes You want.
3. Push the START Button,
TUMBLE PRESS’ Settine
The TUMBLE PRESS setting 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 PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push START Button.
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 results, TUMBLE PRESS only
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops.

F;-” ’ “’
Drying times Mixed loads
Dryrng ttmes will vary depending on. When drying a load with different
l amount of moisture In the clothes. kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
l type and werght of the fabric. cycle suggested for the lightest
l size of the load. fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove
. room temperature around the dry items and reset the control.
dryer
l temperature of the wash rinse
water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
l dryer temperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more Information.
Lint signal
Clean lint screen before each load. If you
neglect to clean your lint screen, the signal will
sound. The (whistle tone) signal lets you know
the air flow is being restricted. Restricted air flow
reduces drying efficiency.
Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as
shown on page 9.

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
straight out ROLL the lent off the screen
with your fingers
DO NOT rrnse 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 every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage.
.
.
Heat Element
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
WARNING:
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
1.
2.
=
electrical power.
Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
Make sure dryer is cool.
3.
4.
Remove back panel (electric]
or lower access panel (gas).
Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
Remove lent from shaded area -
see art - with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer
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Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs 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.
10
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
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WARNING: Before
cleaning Interior, unplug
power supply cord, or
turn off electrical power to
avoid electrical shock hazard.
Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or bright-
ly colored cotton items, may discolor
the dryer interior. If the interior
is discolored, clean with one of the
following methods to avoid staining
later load items.
Powdered laundry detergent 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 thor-
oughly with a damp cloth. Tumble
a toad of rags. -OR-
liquid spray household cleaner
Spray on stained area. Rub with a
cloth until all excess dye is re-
moved. Tumble a load of rags.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off etec-
trical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these four steps:
L Before calling 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 Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper volt-
age?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push the STARTButton?
. 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 Is the lint screen clean?
l See page B of this book and page 6
of your “Dryer Guide:’
2. If YOUneed
a&stance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 81 Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has
a nationwide
network of fran-
chised TECH-CARE ’
Service Compa-
nies, TECH-CARE
service technicians are trained to
fulfill the product warranty and pro-
vide after-warranty service, any-
where in the United States. To locate
TECH-CARE service in your area, call
our COOL-LINE service assistance
telephone number [see Step 2) or look
in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
4. If you have a
problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see Step
2) and talk with one of our Consultants,
or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Stephen E.Upton
Senior Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33 North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
‘If you must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This infor-
mation is needed in order to better re-
spond to your request for assistance.
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