Whirlpool LE5790XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5790XP
and
Gas Model
LG5791XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
\\ LAUNDRY
RMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
NUMBER PLATE
Wipe out the
dryer drum with a
damp cloth to re-
move dust from stor-
ing or shipping.
See your “Dryer
Guide” for informa-
tion on fabrics, dry-
ing special-care
items, drying tips
and other details.
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 Senal 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 . . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Automatic Cycles . .
Timed Drying . . . . . . . . .
DRYING TIPS. . . . . . . .
FLUFFAIR Setting
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TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Mixed Loads .
Drying Times . .
Lint Signal . . . .
LINT SCREEN. . . . .
LINT REMOVAL . . .
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
Vacation Care . .
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. . . . .
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Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
Important use and safety rnformatron
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l IS installed by a qualified Installer
l 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.
. 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.’
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 beexplo-
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-
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress padsquilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear,diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothessheetsslacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERM’T PRESS
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blousesdresses LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)
Gauze,lace,etc. .... PERMANENT GENTLE
PRESS LOW -
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED
FABRICS DRYING
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys 20-30 MINS
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths 20-30 MINS
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS : 40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 15-20 MINS
FLUFF
AIR

Select a Set TEMPER-VII’KE
1. Cl’CLE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to Turn the Temperature Selector to the
point to the cycle and setting you needed drying temperature
want. See page 6 for InformatIon on
the cycles
Push the
3. ST.\RT Button To stop and restart
the dtyer
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button To stop the dryer. open the door (or
turn the Control Knob tc OFF]
To restart the aryer cloje 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
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
easrer to handle.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
permanent
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes. This helps
keep wrinkles from setting In.
For the first few loads, set the Control
Knob to point to an* in either auto-
matic cycle. When the dryer stops
feel the drred items
l If Items are drier than you Irke, use
a setting to the rrght of the* the next
time you dry a stmilar load
l If items are not as dry as you like.
use a setting to the left of the * the
next time you dry a simrlar load
Tiied drying
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
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 Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR
2. Turn Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in the TIMED
DRYING CYCLE.
3. Push STARTButton.
T1’MBLE 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. Turn Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Turn Temperature Selector to PERMIT
PRESSHEAVY HIGH.
3. Push STARTButton,
The load will tumble in heated air
for 10 minutes. The heat sht
dryer continues to tumble
for 5 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE
a few items at a time Put
hangers or fold them as:
dryer stops.
Jts off and
the load
PRESS onl
them on
;oon as th

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
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is Important for permanent press,
knits and synthetic fabrics.
&Sing times
Dwing times
Drying times will vary depending on
l amount of moisture In the clothes
l type and wetght 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 information
Lint signal
Clean the 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 the next page.
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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 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.
0
l Avoid electrical shock
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 lower access panel [gas].
2. Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
3. Remove lint from shaded area -
see art- with a sofi brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer. 9

Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing
before drying - prns. 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 starn the
drum. Wrpe carefully after drying to
make sure there is no dye to be
transferred to items in the next load.
Vacation care
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Unplug power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen
turn off electrical power. gas valve
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