Whirlpool LE6605XP User manual

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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
LOADING DOOR
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide IQ-
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 Date
and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
Serwce 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
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES.. 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.. 3
SAFETY FIRST 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER 4
The Automatic Cycles 6
Timed Drying . 6
DRYING TIPS. . . . 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7
Mixed Loads 8
Drying Times , . . . . . . . . . . . 8
End-of-Cycle Signal 8
Page
LINT SCREEN. 9
LINT REMOVAL. 9
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 10
Cleaning Dryer Interior 10
Vacation Care 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. 11
1. Before Calling for
Assistance . . . 11
2. If You Need Assistance 11
3. If You Need Service 11
4. If You Have a Problem . . 11
2 01985 Whirlpool Corporation

Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
important use and safety information.
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified installer
l is properly maintained.
l is installed in an area protected
from the weather.
l is properly installed and leveled in
a well ventilated room’ on a floor
that can support the weight.
l is located in an area where the tem-
perature is above 45°F (7.2’C).
l is connected to the right kind of out-
let, electric supply and grounding.’
l is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home clothes dryers
l is not run where there may be explo-
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
‘See the “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
OPEN WINDOWS.
DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI- :
CAL SWITCHES.
EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN ;
FLAME. $
IMMEDIATELY CALL :
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER. i
: l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
!
DO NOT STORE OR USE
‘; GASOLINE OR OTHER :
; FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND!
: LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY i
~OFTHlSORAbiYOTHER :
i APPLIANCE.

Selecting a cycle
and starting
your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly (see your”Dryer Guide”).
Be sure the door is tightly closed.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress padsquilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeanscorduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC HEAVY
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR HIGH
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERM’I
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT PRESS
clothessheets. slacks PRESS MED
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blousesdresses y.
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERM’T PRESS
blends, T-shirtsslacks. shirts AUTOMATIC MEb
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT
PRESS KNITS GENTLE
acrylic. etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW
blousesdresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DEL&ATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT
Gauze,lace,etc. . ..___.._.__..._........ PRESS
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON
TIMED FLUFF
DRYING AIR

Set TEMPERATL’RE
Select a
1. CYCLE 2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setttng you
want See page 6 for lnformatlon on
the cycles
Push the
3. START Button
The dryer WIII start tumbling when
you push the START Button
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 Ihe door.
select cycle. if necessary, and push
START
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.