Whirlpool LE7010XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
DRY INFORMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide label
before using your
dryer. It will be easier
DRYER DRUM
Wipe out the dryer
drum with a damp
cloth to remove dust
NUMBER PLATE
from storing or ship-
ADING DOOR
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
Model Number
(from plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Information Purchase bate
Center with your “Dryer Guide” and sales
slip.
Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool Service C9mp9nY Ph9ne Nurnber
product. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card fur-
nished with this product.
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
fNSTRUCTlONS 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 4
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer 4
Automatic Cycles, 6
Timed Drying 6
DRYING TIPS 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7
Automatic DRY-MISERn
Control 7
Page
Gentle Heat.. 7
Drying Times B
Mixed Loads 8
End-of-Cycle Signal 8
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
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY 12
01987 Whirlpool Corporation
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
l it is not working right [i,e. noisy, too hot] ing on vacation.
l it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
l parts are missing [i.e. door latch). turn off electrical power before attempting
. all panels are not in place. to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
. the lint screen is loose, damaged or yours is a gas dryer.
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. FMfieguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
K)R YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
You are personally responsible for making
sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained
l is properly installed and leveled in a well
ventilated room* on a floor that can sup-
port the weight.
l is located in an area where the tempera-
ture is above 45 F (7.2 C].
l is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
l is properly connected to fuel and ex-
haust systems.’
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.’
l is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
l is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly
*See “Installation Instructions” for com-
plete information.
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Operating instructions
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 HEAVY
EXTRA HEAW - Bedspreads, HIGH
mattress pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
AUTOMATIC PERM’I PRESS
REGULAR MED
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats ._............., .
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes,sheets,slacks.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses .
PERMIT PRESS
AUTOMATIC MED
PERMANENT
PRESS MED LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]
Gauze, lace, etc.
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
slufted toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths............................
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
MED LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS KNITS GENTLE
LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT Ex LOW
PRESS
FLUFF Ex LOW
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. Select a CYCLE
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
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. Push the STARTButton
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
Ifthe STARTButton is pushed when the
Cycle Control Knob is pointing to an
OFF area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will
sound. Dryer will not start
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Set
. TEMPERATURESELECTOR
The Temperature Selector can be set
on any desired temperature or any-
where between 2 temperatures.
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 an OFF area when the dryer is
not in use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area.
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The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you to se-
lect the degree of dryness you prefer
for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob will not move until
the clothes load is almost dry, or the
COOL-DOWN portion of the cycle has
been reached. After COOL-DOWN, the
knob automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumbling stops.
weight cotton items. The load tumbles
wlthout heat during the last 5 min-
utes. This helps make the load easier
to handle.
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics. The load tumbles without heat
during the last IO minutes. This helps
keep wrinkles from setting in, and
makes the load easier to handle.
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 vou drv a similar load.
l If items are not as dry as you like, use
a setting to the lefl of the * the next
time you dry a similar load.
Tiied drying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - from 10 to 70.
l 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
Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This
setting can be used to fluff bedding,
plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.
2. Push the STARTButton.
Automatic DRY-MISER
Control
The thermostat senses the air
temperature. The dryer automatically
shuts off when the selected dryness
is reached.
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 STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 15minutes. The heat shuts off and the
dryer continues to tumble the load
for 5 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly a
few items at a time. Put them on hang-
ers or fold them as soon as the dryer
stops.
Gentle Heat
The dryer automatically reduces
the heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and
PERM’T PRESSMED cycles. During
the last few minutes of each of
these cycles the dryer temperature
gradually reduces to a lower heat
setting. This helps prevent
overdrying.

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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 your “Dryer Guide” for
more information.
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.
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 per-
manent press, synthetics and other items that
should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and inay be a FIREHAZARD.
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 at least every 2 to 3 years, or more otlen, depending
on dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

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 near
your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable
dyes, such as denim blue jeans or
brightly 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 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.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
0 Clean lint screen
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