Whirlpool LE7005XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE7005XP
and
Gas Model
LG7006XP
wave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlllers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY
KNOB /INFORMATION CENTER
\
START BUTTON
. -=-d LINT SCREEN
-4,DRYER DRUM
‘C--
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
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 Comaanv and
console.
Telephone N;mbkr
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 INSTRUCTIONS
The Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Drying Times ,
Mixed Loads
End-of-Cycle Signal
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Lint Signal .
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
I. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
4. If You Have a Problem
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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 thetem-
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.*
. 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.
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 STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS ANC
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
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.
TYPE OF LOAD SWyGCEf;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS HEAVY
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, HIGH
mattress pods,quilts. .
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - A;:ll;Ly;C PERMJE;RESS
Sheets, plllowcoses, cotton
underwear,‘diopers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, KNITS GENTLE
organdies, lingerie LOW
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS -
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats .
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes,sheets,slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses.dresses
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERMIT PRESS
MED
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends,T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC MED
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT
acrylic. etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
LOW
blousesdresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS GENTLE
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]
Gauze, lace,etc. PERrR;FsENT LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED
FABRICS DRYING
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows: bras,
stuffed toys 20-30 MINS. FLUFF
PLASTIC - Shower cut-tarns, AIR
tablecloths 20-30 MINS.
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.
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OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 15-20 MINS.

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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 rnformatron on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
The dryer will stari 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.

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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.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
permanent
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rrcs. 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.
9 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.
Timed drying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time. For
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be Huffed or dusted with
the FLUFFAIR heat setting.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - from 10 to 60.
l The last 10 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time.
This helps make the load easier fo
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 toys, snea kers.
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.
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 Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESS/ MED.
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
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 room 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”
for more information.
End-of-cycle signal -.
Ine aryer 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 as the dryer
stops.
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested forthe lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
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. Restricted 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 ea
increase drying time and may be
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out. ROLL the lint off the &reen with your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the screen firmly back rnto
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.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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WARNING:
l 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 soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer.
ch load. A screen blocked by lint can
a FIRE HAZARD.

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.
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Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
Cleaning dryer 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 bright-
ly 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.
Powdered laundry detergent and
very warm water
Make a paste with detergent and
very warm water. Apply paste to
a softcloth and scrub area until all
excess dye is removed. Wipe thor-
oughly 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 re-
moved. Tumble a load of rags.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off elec-
trical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen.