Whirlpool LE6098XFQ0 User manual

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SUPERCAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS
LE6098XT LE6880XT LE7080XT
LG6099XT LG6881XTLG7081XT

Contents Page
Important Safety
Instructions .................. 3
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities ..... 3
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer ............ 4
The automatic cycles ......... 6
Timed drying ................ 7
Using fluff air ................ 7
Using TUMBLE PRESS ® ...... 7
Using damp dry .............. 8
End-of-cycle signal ........... 8
Lint signal ................... 8
Additional Dryer Features
Electronic DRY-MISER ®control 9
Gentle heat system ........... 9
FINISH GUARD ®setting ...... 9
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen ....... 10
Cleaning the dryer interior ..... 10
Lint removal ................. 11
If You Need Service Or
Assistance ................... 12
Whirlpool Automatic
Dryer Warranty ............... 16
©1990 Whirlpool Corporation
If your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used.
Toremove any remaining glue:
• Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
• Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-
ing detergent before removing glue
as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or
abrasive cleaners. These can damage
the finish. See "Important Safety
Instructions" on page 3.
NOTE= Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
if you need service or call with a
question.
• Copy model and serial numbers from
plate (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from sales slip.
• Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical
switches.
3. Extinguish any open
flame.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions
•Read all instructions before
using the dryer.
•NEVER dry items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline or flammable
fluids in the dryer. The fumes can
create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand
launder and airdry fabrics contain-
ing these materials.
•NEVER allow children tooperate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
•DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
• When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
• DO NOT install or store dryer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
• DO NOT tamper with the controls.
•You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer is installed,
repaired and parts replaced by a
qualified person.
•Use only fabric softeners specifi-
cally labeled as not being harmful
tothe dryer.
•FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can resultfrom:
- drying rubber,rubber-like and
heat sensitive materials with heat.
- allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Clean-
ing should be done periodically
by a qualified person.
• Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
• DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
• Dryer must be electrically
grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.
-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-
Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities
•NEVER operate the dryer if:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
- all panels are not in place.
- the lintscreen isloose, damaged
or missing.
•ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you have
a gas dryer.
•ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power before
attempting to service the dryer. Shut
off GAS VALVE if you have a gas dryer.
•You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled
on a floor that can support the
weight in a well ventilated room.*
- is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7.2°C).
- is connected to the proper outlet
and electrical supply.*
- is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
- is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.

OperatingInstructions
The drawings in this book may vary slightlyfrom your dryer model. They are
designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.
Startingyourdryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting it.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT - Towels, jeans,
corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT- Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton, underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT - Batistes, organdies,
lingerie
AUTOMATIC REGULAR HEAVY HIGH
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT- Lingerie, blouses,
dresses
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze,
lace, etc.
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
EX LOW
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
FLUFF AIR
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.
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1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle
Control Knob either way to point to
the cycle and setting you want. See
pages 6-8 for further cycle
information.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
or between any desired temperature
settings.
3. Push the Start Button to start
the dryer.
4. To stop and restart the dryer:
•Open the door or turn the Cycle Con-
trol Knob to OFF to stop the dryer.
• Close the door, select a cycle (if nec-
essary) and push the Start Button to
restart the dryer.
The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not in
use. Ifthe dryer is stopped before the
cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to an OFF area.

Operating Instructions
Continued
Theautomaticcycles
The automatic cycles allow you to
select the degree of dryness you prefer
for the clothes being dried.
The electronic DRY-MISER ®control
is an electronic sensor that determines
the amount of moisture in the clothes.
The dryer automatically shuts off when
the proper dryness is reached.
The Cycle Control Knob will not move
until the clothes load is almost dry, or
the Cool-Down portion of the cycle has
been reached. After the Cool-Down
portion is complete, the Cycle Control
Knob automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumbling stops.
Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry
heavy and mediumweight cotton items.
The load tumbles without heat during
the last 5 minutes. This helps make the
load easier to handle,
Use AUTOMATIC PERMANENT
PRESS to dry permanent press, knits
and other synthetic items. 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 Cycle
Control Knob to point to an _ in either
automatic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
• If items are drier than you like, use a
setting to the right of the * the next
time you dry a similar load.
•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.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause
shrinkage, static cling and damage to
some fabrics.

TIMEDDRYING
Use the TIMED DRYING cycle for any
load you want to dry by time.
• Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want from
10 to 70.
The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat to help make the load
easier to handle.
UsingFLUFFAIR
The dryer does not heat when the Cycle
Control Knob is set in FLUFF AIR. This
cycle can be used to fluff or air dry bed-
ding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to
the number of minutes you want
in FLUFF AIR.
2. Push the Start Button.
UsingTUMBLEPRESS*
The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes
wrinkles from clothing that has been
packed in asuitcase or closet, and from
items not removed from the dryer at the
end of a cycle.
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on
TUMBLE PRESS,
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
PERM'T PRESS MED.
3. Push the Start Button.
The load will tumble in heated air for
15 minutes. Then the dryer will tumble
the clothes for 5 more minutes without
heat.
For best results, put only a few items
at a time in this cycle, As soon as the
dryer stops, put the items on hangers or
fold them.

Operating Instructions
Continued
UsingDAMPDRY
Use this setting todry damp items or to
leave wet items damp. (Heavy cottons,
for example, are easier to press when
damp and do not become stiff.)
1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on
DAMP DRY in the TIMED DRYING
cycle.
2. Push the Start Button.
The dryer tumbles the load with heat
for 25 minutes, then without heat for
5 minutes.
End-of-cyclesignal
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, synthetic and
other items that should be taken out
as soon as the dryer stops.
Lintsignal
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 page 10.

AdditionalDryerFeatures
ElectronicDRY-MISER*
control
The electronic DRY-MISER control is
an electronic sensor that determines
the amount of moisture in the clothes.
The dryer automatically shuts off when
the proper dryness is reached.
GentleHeatSystem
The dryer automatically reduces the
heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and
PERM'T PRESS MED. During the last
few minutes of each of these tempera-
ture settings the dryer temperature
gradually reduces to a lower heat set-
ting. This helps prevent overdrying.
FINISHGUARD_setting
When you are unable to remove a load
from the dryer as soon as it stops,
wrinkles can form.
FINISH GUARD tumbles the load,
without heat, every 5 minutes for up to
40 minutes. This tumbling rearranges
and fluffs the load to help avoid wrinkles
that set in when the load remains in
the drum.
You don't have to set the Cycle Con-
trol Knob for FINISH GUARD. FINISH
GUARD takes over automatically to
protect the load if you don't open the
door within 5 minutes after the PERMA-
NENT PRESS cycle stops.
A signal will sound every 5 minutes
during FINISH GUARD, for up to 40
minutes. The signal will stop when the
dryer door is opened.

CaringForYourDryer
Cleaningthelintscreen
The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before each
load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
2. Roll lint off the screen with your
fingers. Do not rinse or wash the
screen. Wet lint is hard to remove.
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into
place and close the lid.
Cleaningthe dryerinterior
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Electric Shock Hazard
Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power
before cleaning the interior.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or injury.
Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly
colored cotton items, may discolor the
dryer interior. If the interior is discolored,
clean with one of the following methods
to avoid staining later load items.

Thermostats Heat element
Heater box terminals
Electric dryer
Igniter _Funnel
Gas dryer
Powdered laundry detergent
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 to dry.
-OR-
Liquid household cleaner
Apply to stained area. Rub with a cloth
until all excess dye isremoved. Tumble
aload of rags todry.
Toclean dryer exterior, wipe with a
soft, damp cloth.
Lintremoval
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 Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
•Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power.
•Do not put hands inside the
cabinet.
•Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock, injury or
damage.
Cleaning should be done only by a
qualified person.
1. Remove back panel (electric) or
lower access panel (gas).
2. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,
funnel or igniter.
3. Remove lint from boxed-in area with
a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
relevel the dryer.
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IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance
Wesuggestyoufollow
thesesteps:
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:
•Is the power supply plugged into a live
circuit with the proper voltage?
• Is the door closed tightly?
• Did you push the Start Button?
• Have you checked your home's main
fuses or circuit breaker box?
If your dryer does not heat:
• The FLUFF AIR setting is without heat.
• The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
• Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
Cycle Control Knob to OFE Turn on
gas. Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls
and start.
• 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 too long.
• Is the lint screen clean? See page 10
for cleaning instructions.
• See the Dryer Guide.
2. If you need assistance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE ®
service assistance telephone
number. Dial free from anywhere
in the U.S.:1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained consul-
tants. The consultant can instruct you in
how to obtain satisfactory operation
from your appliance or, if service is nec-
essary, recommend a qualified service
company in your area.
Ifyou prefer, write to:
Mr. Donald Skinner
Director of Consumer Relations
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Please include a daytime phone
number in your correspondence.
3. If you need service*...
i.f-_O]O4_/ Whirlpool has a
_- nationwide network
]
=SERVICEof authorized
WhirlpoolsMservice
companies.
Whirlpool service technicians are trained
to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the
United States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company inyour area,
call our COOL-LINE ®service assistance
telephone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
APPLIANCES - HOUSEHOLD - ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES -
MAJOR - SERVICE & REPAIR MAJOR - REPAIRING & PARTS
OR
WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS
& IRONERS - SERVICING
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL SERVICE
SERVICE COMPAN/E.£"
XYZ SERVICE CO
123 MAPLE 999 9999
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4. If you need FSP"
replacement parts*...
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation forquality parts.
Look for this symbol of quality when-
ever you need a replacement part for
your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replace-
ment parts will fit right and work right,
because they are made tothe same
exacting specifications used to build
every new Whirlpool appliance.
Tolocate FSP replacement parts
in your area, refer to Step 3 or call the
Whirlpool COOL-LINE service
assistance number in Step 2.
5. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was solved*...
• Contact the Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel (MACAP).
MACAP isa group of independent
consumer experts that voices con-
sumer views at the highest levels of
the major appliance industry.
• Contact MACAP only when the
dealer, authorized servicer or
Whirlpool have failed to resolve
your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
• MACAP will in turn inform us of
your action.
*When requesting assistance, please
provide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This infor-
mation is needed in order to better
respond to your request.
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Notes
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Notes
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WhirlpoorAutomaticDryerWarranty
DR001
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to
WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship.
From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by an authorized
Whirlpool s" service company.
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A, Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B, Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family
household use.
C, Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in
the home.
D, Damage to dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of
God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please
contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
Ifyou need service, first see the "ServiCe and Assistance" section of this book.
After checking "Service and AssistanceS' additional help can be found by calling
our COOL-LINE ®service assistance telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from
anywhere in the U.S.
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