Whirlpool LE6090XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6090XS
and
Gas Model
LG6091XS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUllON
DRYER DRUM
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
Model Number
(from the plate located as shown].
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Purchase Date
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty
Service Company
Please complete and mail the Owner Telephone
Number
Registration Card furnished with this product.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
Automatic DRY-MISER R
Control
Page
2
3
4
4
6
6
7
7
7
7
Gentle Heat.
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
End-of-Cycle Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL..
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior..
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY
11
12
2 ~1987 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
l 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. You are personally responsible for making
FOR YOUR SAFETY
sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained.
If you smell gas: l is properly Installed and leveled in a well
1. Open windows.
ventilated room* on a floor that can sup-
2. Don’t touch electrical
port the weight.
l is located in an area where the tempera-
switches.
ture ISabove 45 F (7 2 C].
3. EMzeguish any open
l is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supp;y.’
.
l is properly connected to fuel and ex-
4. Immediately call your
haust systems.’
gas supplier.
l is not installec’ against drapes or
curtains.*
FOR YOUR SAFETY
l is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
Do not store or use gas-
* is not used by children or anyone unable
oline or other flammable
to operate it properly.
vapors and liquids in the
*See “Installation Instructions” for com-
vicinity of this or any other
plete information.
appliance.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts . HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, HIGH
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COT-TONS - AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton REGULAR MED
underwear,diapers KNITS GENTLE
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, LOW
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
clothes, sheets, slacks.. PERMANENT MED
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS-Lingerie, PRESS
blouses, dresses MED LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts MED LOW
AUTOMATIC
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PER;tsENT KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC Ex LOW
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT
Gauze, lace, etc. PRESS
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys .._.... .
PLASTIC-Shower curtains, FLUFF Ex LOW
tablecloths............................ AIR
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON

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.
3 . Push the START Button
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
If the 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.
The Temperature Selector can be set
on any desired temperature or any-
where between 2 temperatures.
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. 5

The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you
to select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried
The Cycle Control Knob will not
move until the clothes load is almost
dry, or the CCCL-DOWN portion
of the cycle has been reached. After
CCCL-DOWN, the knob automati-
cally moves to an OFF area and
tumbling stops.
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
fabrics. The load tumbles without
heat during the last 10 minutes. This
helps keep wrinkles from setting in
and makes the load easier to
handle.
For the first few loads, set the Control
Knob to point to an z# 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 vou 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.
Tied drying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want-from 10to 70.
l The last 10 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time.
This helps make the load easier to
handle.
6

Drying tips
The dryer does not heat when the
Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This
setting can be used to fluff bedding,
plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.
2. Push the STARTButton.
Automatic DRY-MISER”
Control
The thermostat senses the air
temperature. The dryer automatically
shuts off when the selected dryness
is reached.
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 Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESS/MED.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 15 minutes. The heat shuts off and tne
dryer continues to tumble the load
for 5 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.
Gentle Heat
The dryer automatically reduces
the heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and
PERM’T PRESSMED cycles. During
the last few minutes of each of
these cycles the dryer temperature
gradually reduces to a lower heat
setting. This helps prevent
overdrying.

Mixed loads Drying times
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.
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
knits and synthetic fabrics
End-of-cycle signal
3
P
‘/
;T
\’
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 your “Dryer Guide” for more
information.
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 per-
manent press, synthetics and other items that
should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops.

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
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.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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 loose 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
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
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.