Whirlpool LE5800XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
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LE5800XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY
KNoB /
START BUTTON
!g@g&l. LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
ADING DOOR
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Remove the Con-
1 sumer Buy Guide lo-
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 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.
The Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS.
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS8Setting
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
End-of-Cycle Signal
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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Vacation Care.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. IfYou 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 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.
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.’
l 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.

TYPE OF LOAD SMEf;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear,diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVY
HIGH
COTTONS - LINENS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERM’T
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT PRESS
clothes,sheets,slacks PRESS MED
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses. dresses
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends,T-shirts,slacks,shirts AUTOMATIC MED
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT
PRESS KNITS GENTLE
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW
blouses, dresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT GENTLE
Gauze,lace,etc. . ..____................. PRESS LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stutted toys . .
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths .,,..,...,,...........
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . .
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON
TIMED FLUFF
DRYING AIR

Select a
I. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE 2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for InformatIon on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature.
To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
To stop the dryer, open the door (or
turn the Control Knob to OFF)
To restart the dryer. close the door,
select cycle, II necessary, and push
START.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
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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
easier to handle.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
oermanent
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 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.
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.
. 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.
Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
Turn the Control Knob to the num-
ber of minutes you want in the
TIMED DRYING Cycle.
Push the STARTButton.
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
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 Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Set Temperature Selector to HEAVY
HIGH.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
far 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for 10 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.

Mixed loads Drying times
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 fumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
knits and synthetic fabrics.
Drying times will vary depending on.
0 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.
0 dryer temperature selection.
See page 6 in your “Dryer Guide”
for more information.
End-of-cycle signal The dryer sounds a signal to let you know
when the cycle is finished.The signal cannot be
turned off and is not adjustable.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the dryer
stops.
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 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 otten, depending on
dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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l Avoid electrical shock
hazard -unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
l 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 soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer.

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