Whirlpool LE5790XS User manual

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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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
Model Number
Seriol Number
Purchase Date
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
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
TUMBLEPRESS@Setting 7
Automatic DRY-MISER”
Control 7
Drying Times
Mixed Loads..
Lint Signal
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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01987 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
e 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.
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. Tatfieguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
You are personally responsible for making
sure that Your dryer...
l is properly maintained.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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”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 information.
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TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAW - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts .
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COllONS -
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
clothes, sheets, slacks.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses. dresses .
AUTOMATtC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirt&slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blousesdresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)
Gauze. lace. etc. . . .
PERMIT PRESS
AUToMATlC HEAVY HIGH
PERKtsENT KNITS GENTLE
LOW
;;;;$;;F KNITS GENTLE
PRESS LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS PERMIT PRESS
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys............................
PLASTIC-Shower curtains,
tablecloths............................
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
20-30 MIN.5
FLUFF
20-30 MINS. AIR
40-50 MINS.

1
. Select a CYCLE
2
Set
. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature
3
. Push the START Button
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
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 an OFF area when the dryer is
not in use. If the dryer Is stopped before the cycle Is finished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area.
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The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you to se-
lect the degree of dryness you prefer
for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob will not move until
the clothes load is almost dry, or the
COOL-DOWN portion of the cycle has
been reached. After COOL-DOWN, the
knob automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumbling stops.
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weight cotton items. The load tumbles
without heat during the last 5 min-
utes. This helps make the load easier
to handle.
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes. This helps
keep wrinkles from setting in, and
makes the load easier to handle.
Forthe 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.
l If items are not as dry as you like, use
a setting to the left of the * the next
time you dry a similar load.
Timed drying
Usethe TIMEDDRYING 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 10to 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 isset on FLUFF
AIR.Thissetting 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. Push the STARTButton.
Automatic DRY-MISER’”
Control
The thermostat senses the air
temperature. The dryer automati-
cally shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached.
TUMBLE PRESS”
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. Turn Control Knob to TUMBLEPRESS.
2. Turn Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESSHEAVYHIGH.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 15minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the load
for 5 more 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 Mixed loads
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 signal
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.
Toreduce wrinkling, take the load
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
knits and synthetic fabrics.
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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
I reduces drying efficiency
Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as
v shown on page9.
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Lint screen
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Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD.
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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.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove back panel (electric)
or lower access panel (gas).
Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
Remove lint from shaded area -
see art-with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer. 9

Remove iox; 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
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 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
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
9 Unplug power cord or turn off
electrical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen.