Whirlpool LE7685XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE7685XP
and
Gas Model
LG7686XP

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY
KNOB /INFORMATION CENTER
+\ -TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
+~<START BUTTON
---d LINT SCREEN
~~~ I/
DRYER DRUM
OADING 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:
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
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES.. Page
2 8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. Drying Times
3 Mixed Loads 8
SAFETY FIRST.. 3 End-of-Cycle Signal 8
SELECTING A CYCLE AND Lint Signal 8
STARTING YOUR DRYER 4 LINT SCREEN.. 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 LINT REMOVAL,, 9
The Automatic Cycles 6 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.. 10
Timed Drying 6 Cleaning Dryer Interior 10
DRYING TIPS.. 7 Vacation Care 10
FLUFFAIR Setting 7 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7 ASSISTANCE. 11
Gentle Heat 7
2 01986 Whirlpool Corporation

Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide” and
your “Dryer Guide” carefully for impor-
tant 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%).
l is connected to the right kind of outlet,
electric supply and grounding:
l is properly connected to fuel and ex-
haust systems:
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home clothes dryers
l is not run where there may be ex-
plosives fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone un-
able to operate it properly
*See the “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.

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 HEAVY - Bedspreads, HIGH
mattress pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COllONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
REGULAR MED
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play
clothes, sheets, slacks.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
PERMIT PRESS
MED
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS MED
LOW
blends,T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC MED LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blouses,dresses....................... LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]
Gauze, lace, etc.
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys.........................
PLASTIC-Shower curtains,
tablecloths. . . . . .
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS .
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON
.
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
TIMED
DRYING
D(
LOW
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
20-30 MINS. AIR
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
4

Select a
1. CYCLE
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 STARTbutton.
If the STARTbutton is pushed when
the control knob is pointing to an OFF
area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will
sound. Dryer will not start.
The Cycle Control IKnob should p
Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
The Temperature Selector can be set
on any desrred 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.
oint to OFF when the dryer is not in use. 1

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
PRESS to dry
permanent
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 on* 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
nexttime you dry a similar load.
Timeddrying
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.
l The last 5 minutes of this Cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time. This
helps make the load easier to
handle.
6

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 the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.
2. 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 STARTButton.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 10 minutes. 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 setting in HEAVY HIGH and PERM’T
PRESSMED cycles. The last 7 minutes
of each of these cycles gradually
reduces the dryer temperature to a
lower heat setting. This helps prevent
overdrying.

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.
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.
a
@sl
Lint signal
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 drver and clean the lint screen as
shown on page9
8

Lint screen
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD.
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 often, dependlng
on dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
WARNING:
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Avold 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. 9

Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs before drying -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal
zippers.
Wipe otf ail 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
0
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. 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 or rags.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off
electrical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve
l Clean lint screen
10

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling for
assistance...
3. If you need service?..
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 cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper volt-
age?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Do you push the STARTButton?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
If your dryer does not heat:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
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.
If drying time seems long:
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 7 of this book and page 6
of your “Dryer Guide:’
2. If you need
assistance%.
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . . . . (BOO)253-1301
Michigan . . . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 81Hawaii . . . (BOO)253-1121
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in howto obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
Whirlaool has
Gsza /’ a nationwide net-
r
m?fl&)l 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 CCCL-
LINE service assistance telephone
number (see Step 2) or look in your
telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see Step
2) and talk with one of our Consultants,
or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, Ml 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 infor-
mation is needed in order to better re-
spond to your request for assistance.

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