Whirlpool LE5750XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5750XM
and
Gas Model
LG5751XM
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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/-LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
b TEMPERATURESELECTOR
- START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
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, DRYERDRUM
DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide label
before using your
dryer. It will be easier
to remove.
Wipe out the dryer
drum with a damp
cloth to remove dust
from storing or ship-
ping.
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 Laundry 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
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS. 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 4
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer 4
Automatic Cycles.. 6
Timed Drying 6
DRYING TIPS 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting 7
Automatic DRI-MISER@Control 7
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
Page
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if...
l it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot).
l it is damaged.
9 parts are missing [i.e. door latch].
. all panels are not in place.
l the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. ;;t$eguish any open
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4. Immediately call your
gas supplier, - I
ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
ing on vacation.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
turn off electrical power before attempting
to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
yours is a gas dryer.
You are personally responsible for making
sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained.
l is properly installed and leveled in 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%).
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
appliance.

Operating instructions
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 CiCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress padsquilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR HEAVY
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HIGH
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
_. _.
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT HEAVY
clothes,sheets,slacks PRESS HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends,T-shirtsslacks. shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, ;;R’MoA”N”:;\ HEAVY HIGH
acrylicetc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
LOW
blousesdresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT
Gauze, lace,etc. PRESS
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys ,_._..............,.....
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
20-30 MINS. AIR
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
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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.
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. Push the START Button
START
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PUSH TO START I
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
Changing a setting
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 oush
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF. I
Set
. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
I
RE SELECTOR
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature.
To stop and restart
the dryer

The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you
to select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob moves and stops
several times until the load reaches
the dryness setting you selected. Then
the knob automatically moves to
OFF and tumbling stops.
weight cotton items. The load tum-
bles without heat during the last 5
minutes. This helps make the load
easier to handle.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
permanent
press, knits and other synthetic
fabrics. The load tumbles without
heat during the last 10 minutes. This
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>PlhESS Ir , PRESS
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For the first few loads, set the Control
Knob to point to an* in either auto-
matic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
l If items are drier than you like, use
a setting to the right of the*the next
time you dry a similar load.
helps keep-wrinkles from setting in
l If items are not as dry as you like,
and makes the load easier to
handle. use a setting to the left of the* the
next time you dry a similar load
TImeddrying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time. For
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be fluffed or dusted
with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - from 10 to 60.
l The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time. This
helps make the load easier to
handle.
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Drying tips
FLUFFAIR TUMBLEPRESS" Setting
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.
TEMPERATURE StlfCTOR
1. Set Temperature Selector on
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want in
the TIMED DRYING Cycle.
3. Push STARTButton.
Automatic DRI-MISER”
Control
The thermostat senses the air
temperature. The dryer automati-
cally shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached.
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 on
PERM’T PRESSHEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob on TUMBLE
PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 10 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble jhe
load for 5 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops,
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Mixed loads Drying times
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested forthe lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
To reduce wrtnkltng.take the
load from dryer as soon as
tumblrng stops This IS Important
for permanent press, knits and
synthetic fabrics
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 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 FIRE HAZARD.
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 often, depending
on dryer usage.
Heat Element
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ELECTRIC DRYERS ” 6AS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1. Remove back panel [electric] or
front panel (gas].
2. Avoid damaging wiresther-
mostats, 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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Remove loose and sharp objects
from DOCketS and cuffs before drvina -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal ’ -
zippers.
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
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.
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Cleaning dryer interior
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 load 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 elec-
trical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
0 Clean lint screen.