Whirlpool LE6400XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6400XP
and
Gas Model
LG6401XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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ah
-INFORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove th’e Con-
sumer Buy Guide la-
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 Dote
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..
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Mixed Loads
Drying Times.
Page LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER..
Vacation Care.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
I. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
4. IfYou Have a Problem
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Your
Responsibij lities
l is located in an area where the tem-
Read this “Use and Care Guide” perature is above 45°F (7.2 C].
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for l is connected lo the right kind of out-
important use and safety information. let, electric supply and grounding.’
You are personally responsible for
l is properly connected to fuel and
making sure that your dryer... exhaust systemsT
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
l is installed by a qualrfied installer. petted of home clothes dryers.
l is properly maintained.
l is not run where there may be explo-
l is installed in an area protected sive fumes.
from the weather.
l is not used by children or anyone
l is properly installed and leveled in unable to operate it properly.
a well ventilated room’ on a floor ‘See the “Installation Instructions” for
that can support the weight. complete information.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.

TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts. EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, PERM’T
jeans. corduroys. work clothes HEAVY PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - HEAVY
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HIGH
underwear, diapers MEDIUM
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVVWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERMIT
jackets, raincoats PO-50 MINS. PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play HEAVY
clothes, sheet&slacks 30-40 MINS. HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses _. 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERM’T PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons. PERM’T PRESS
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts 4OkO MINS. HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic. etc.] and blends, lingerie, KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS. LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MINS.
Gauze, lace, etc. . . 1520 MINS. LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stutted toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . .
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON
PERM’T PRESS
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
AIR
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.

Select a Set TEMPERATI’RE
1. CYCLE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to Turn the Temperature Selector to the
point to the cycle and setting you needed drying temperature
want See page 6 for InformatIon on
the cycles
Push the
3. ST.4RT Hutton To stop and restart
the dmer
The dryer WIII 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, if 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
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 setfing,fhe dryer will run
about long enough to dry the load
described by the setting. Example:
The HEAVY Cycle is designed to be
long enough to dry a load of heavy
fabrics [towels, jeans, corduroys, etc.)
when the Temperature Selector ISset
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
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If the load is not as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the lefl 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 cycle&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.
10 MINUTES ’ 5 MINUTES \
COOL DOWN COOL DOWN I
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cooldown time.

Drying tips
JMBLE PRESS” Setting
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.
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. Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-
ber of minutes you want in the
TIMED DRYING Cycle.
3. Push the STARTButton.
1. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push START Button.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for IO 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
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.
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 the load.
l loom temperature around the
dryer.
l temperature of the wash rinse
water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
l dryer temperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen betore 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 often, depending on
dryer usage.
Heat Element
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
- . Avnrd arsctrical shock
unplug power
3rd or turn off
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’ 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.
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Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing
before drying - pins, buckles, etc.
Close metal zippers.
Never leave wet or damp laundry in
your dryer.
Wipe off all spills wrth a damp, soft
cloth. Spills allowed to remain may
dull or damage the finish.
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
drum. Wipe carefully after drying to
make sure there is no dye to be
transferred to items in the next load.
Vacation care
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
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Unplug power cord or
turn off electrical power For gas dryers, close
gas valve.
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Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling for
assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from little things you can find
and fix yourself without tools of any
kind.
DRYER DOES NOT RUN:
l Is power supply cord plugged in?
l Is door closed tightly?
l Did you push START Button?
l Are fuses blown or a crrcuit-breaker
tripped?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is gas turned on? If not, turn 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
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide:’
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