Whirlpool LE6055XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6055XS
and
Gas Model
LG6056XS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
SELECTOR
START BUllON
LINT SCREEN
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
Model Number
Seriol Number
Purchase Date
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS .
FLUFFAIR Setting . . . .
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Page
2
3
4
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
7
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2 01987 Whirlpool Corporation

Addltional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
e it is not working right (Le. noisy, too hot). ing on vacation.
l it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
l parts are missing [Le. 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.
missina.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
I. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. Fatgeguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
ollne or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
You are personally responsible for maklng
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”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 ‘61nrtallation Instructions” for com-
plete lnformatlon.
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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COHONS - LINENS
EXTRAHEAW - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts . . . . . . . . EXHEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHTFABRICS-Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes . . . . . HEAVY PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHTCOT-TONS- PRESS
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HEAVY
underwear,diapers . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . MEDIUM HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHTCOTTONS- Batistes,
organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHmlCS
PERM’TPRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHTFABRICS- Work clothes,
jacketsraincoats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-50 MINS. PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHTFABRICS- Shirts, play PRESS
clothes,sheets, slacks.. . . . . 30-40 MINS. HEAVY
LIGHTWEIGHTFABRICS- Lingerie, HIGH
blouses,dresses.......................
20-30 MINS.
KNITS
PERMITPRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT- Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts,slacks, shirts . . . .
40-50 MINS. HEAW HIGH
PERMITPRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, KNITSGENTLE
blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30-40 MINS. LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) . . . . . . . . !$~UTT$;s KNITSGENTLE
Gauze, lace, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-20 MINS: LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
PERM’TPRESS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS.
PLASTIC- Shower curtains, FLUFF
tablecloths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS. AIR
RUBBER-BACKEDRUGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN,POLYPROPYLENE,SHEERNYLON . . .
15-20 MINS.
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1
n 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 cvcles.
3
. Push the STARTButton
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
Ifthe STARTButton is pushed when the
Cycle Control Knob is pointing to an
OFF area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will
sound. Dryer will not start.
2
Set
. TEMPERATURESELECTOR
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 necessan/, and push
START.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer is
not in use. It the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the
Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.
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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
longenoughtodryaloadofheavy
fabrics [towels, jeans, corduroys, etc.)
when the Temperature Selector is set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
I
f- MORE TIME
If the load is not as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the left 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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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.
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.

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 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.
Mixed loads
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.
TUMBLE 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. Set Temperature Selector to PERMIT
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 10minutes. 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 hang-
ers or fold them as soon as the dryer
stops.
Drying times
Drying times will vary depending on:
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l tYpe and weight of the fabric.
l size of 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 in your “Dryer Guide” for
more information. 7

Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD. _,.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the screen with
straight out. your fingers.
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
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 are{
see art-with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Replace panel; reconnect ar
re-level dryer.
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ld
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Remove lo&e 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.
re
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts etc.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or near
your dryer. I
Cleaning dryer interior 1
Garments which contain unstable
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
l Unplug power cord or turn off
electrical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen. 9

If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
1. 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 Do you push the STARTButton?
l 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.
&f&
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? See page B
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 7 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide:’
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