Whirlpool LE6400XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6400XS
s. hlxrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Au Condltloners. Oehumldlflers. Aulomatlc Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Refrigerator-

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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LAUNDRY INK)RMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUITON
LINT SCREEN
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I/ DRYER DRUM
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
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS. . 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. 4
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer 4
Dryer Cycles and Settings . 6
Cool Down Times 6
DRYING TIPS 7
FLUFFAIR Setting . . . . 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting 7
Page
Mixed Loads 7
Drying Times . 7
LINT SCREEN 8
LINT REMOVAL.. . . . 8
CARING FCR YOUR DRYER.. . . 9
Cleaning Dryer Interior.. 9
Vacation Care . . . . 9
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.................. 10
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY . . . 12
2 01987 Whirlpool Corporation

tempting to service the dryer.
l is properly maintained.
NEVER use or store flammable fluids
l is properly installed and leveled in a
[dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline, ker- well ventilated room* on a floor that
osene] in or near your dryer. These sub- can support the weight.
stances give off vapors that can create
l is located in an area where the tem-
a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. perature is above 45°F (7.2%).
NEVER operate the dryer if...
l is connected to the proper outlet and
l it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot). electrical supply.’
l it is damaged.
l is properly connected to anexhaust
. parts are missing [i.e. door latch). system.*
l all panels are not in place.
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
. the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home clothes dryers.
l is not used by children or anyone un-
able to operate it properly.
‘See ‘~lnrtallatlon Instructions” tar
complete Intormatlon.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COlTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAW - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts . . . . . . . EX HEAW
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes . . . . . . . HEAVY PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - PRESS
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HEAVY
underwear,diapers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MEDIUM HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . . . . . . LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-50 MINS. PERM’T
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play PRESS
clothes, sheets, slacks. . . . . . . 30-40 MINS. HEAW
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, HIGH
blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERM’T PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts . . . . . . . . PERM’T PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthettcs (polyester, 40-50 MINS. HmW l,lGH
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , 30-40 MINS. LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) . . . . . ~~~;&~;;s KNITS GENTLE
Gauze, lace, etc. . . . . 15-20 MINS: LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS PERM’T PRESS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS.
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, FLUFF
tablecloths. . . . . . . . . . 20-30 MINS. AIR
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-50 MINS.

1
. Select a CYCLE
2
Set
. TEMPERATURESELECTOR
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 STARTButton
The dryer will starttumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
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 necessary, and push
START.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF.

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,the 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 is Set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
C MORETIME LESSTIME + I
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 dryer than you want,
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
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.
I
10 MlNUlES 5 MINUTES
COOL DOWN COOL DOWN 1
The PERMANENT PRESS Cvcle has
10 minutes of cool down t&e at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cooldown time.
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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.*
1. Turn Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in the TIMED
DRYING CYCLE.
3. Push 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 PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and the
dryer continues to fumble the load
for 10 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly a
few itemsat 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 wafer.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
l dryer temperature selection.
See your “Dryer Guide” for
more information.

II
Lint screen
Clean the lint screen betore each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD.
Ooen the lid and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the screen with
Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD. Thls lint
should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, depending
on dryer usage.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
WARNING:
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrlcal power.
l Avold injury or damage - do not
put hands Inside cabinet.
l Make sure dryer is cool.
8
1. Remove back panel.
2. Avoid damaging wires or
thermostats.
3. Remove lint from shaded area -
see art-with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel: reconnect and
relevel dryer.

Caring for your dryer
‘;
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 nea
your dryer.
Cleaning drye; interior
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WARNING: Before
cleaning interior, unplug
power supply cord or,
turn off electrical power to
avoid electrical shock hazard.
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.
0 Clean lint screen.
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Kfyou 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 plugged into a
live circuit with the proper voltage?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push the STARTButton?
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
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 8
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 7 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide:
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?