Whirlpool LE6800XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6800XP
and
Gas Model
LG68OlXP
wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AH Condltloners. Oehumidllwrs, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrlgerator-Freezer

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY ’
KNOB / INFORMATION CENTER
\ TURESELECTOR
STARTBUTTON
7, DRYERDRUM
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
LOADING DOOR
Remove the 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:
Comolete Model Number
1. Complete Model and Serial Numders
[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
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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTlONS
Automatic Cycles . . .
Timed Drying . . . . . .
DRYING TIPS. . . . . . . .
FLUFFAIR Setting . . . . . .
TUMBLEPRESS@Setting . . . .
Drying Times. . . . . .
Mixed Loads . .
End-of-Cycle Signal . .
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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Vacation Care. .
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . .
1. Before Calling for
Assistance . .
2. IfYou Need Assistance
3. IfYou Need Service . . .
4. IfYou Have a Problem
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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.
I’
l FOR YOUR SAFETY.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS. ;
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL ;I
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN 82
FLAME.
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER. j
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND .I
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OFTHISORANYOTHER

TYPE OF LOAD SWf;;;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress padsquilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeanscorduroys. work clothes AUTOMATIC
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdieslingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT
clothessheetsslacks PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouse&dresses
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
blends,T-shirtsslacksshirts PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT -Synthetics (polyester, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW
blousesdresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT
Gauze,lace,etc. __...._._____.._._...... PRESS KNITfziNTLE
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths . . .._....... ____
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON
TIMED
DRYING
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
AIR
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
The dryer will 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 the door,
select cycle. if necessary, and push
START.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

Operating instructions
The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you
to select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob moves and stops
several times until the load reaches
the dryness setting you selected. Then
the knob automatically moves to
OFF and tumbling stops.
weight cotton items. The load tum-
bles without heat during the last 5
minutes. This helps make the load
easier to handle.
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics. The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes. This helps
keep wrinkles from setting in.
For the first few loads, set the Control
Knob to point to an* 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 you 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.
‘I-imeddrying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time. For
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be fluffed or dusted
with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - from 10 to 60.
. The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time. This
helps make the load easier to
handle.
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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 toyssneakers.
etc.
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.
wrinkles from dry clothingsuch as
items that may have been packed
in a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed from the dryer.
I. 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 10 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.

Drying times 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.
Dryfng 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 room temperature around the
dryer
l temperature of the wash rinse
water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
l dryertemperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more information.
End-of-cycle signal 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, synthetics and other items
that should be taken out as soon OSthe dryer
stops.
Lint signal
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Clean 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. Restncted air flow
reduces drying efficiency
Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as
shown on page 9.

Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before 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 otten, depending on
dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
a
. Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l 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 soff brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer. 9

Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing
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.
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.
Unplug power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen.
turn off electrical power. gas valve.
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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 circuit-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:’
2. If you need assistance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 81Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory op-
eration from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has
a nationwide net-
1 work of franchised
ice technicians are trained to fulfill
the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in
the United States. To locate TECH-
CARE service in your area, call our
COOL-LINE service assistance tele-
phone number [see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
4. tf you have a problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see
Step 2) and talk with one of our Con-
sultants, or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert F.Gunts, Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
*If you must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a Complete
description of the problem. This in-
formation is needed in order to bet-
ter respond to your request for
assistance.

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