Whirlpool LE7800XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE7800XP
and
Gas Model
LG7801XP

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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RMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
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 wrth 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 slop
Complete Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slop
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 registratron 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
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
Automatic Cycles 6
Timed Drying 6
DRYING TIPS.. 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
FINISH GUARD@ Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Drying Times r3
Mixed Loads 8
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End-of-Cycle Signal 8
Lint Signal 8
LINT SCREEN. 9
LINT REMOVAL. 9
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 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
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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.
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l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELLGAS:
OPEN WINDOWS.
DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
IMMEDIATELY CALL I
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3.
4.
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YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPEOF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LtNENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts. HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, AUTOMATIC HIGH
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton PERM’T PRESS
underwear, diapers MED
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 PERMIT PRESS
PERMANENT MED
PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
blend&T-shirts,slacks,shirts _. PERMANENT MED
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses LOW
LtGHTWElGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) ;;;;F;;;t KNITS GENTLE
Gauze,lace,etc. ._....____ _.. PRESS LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED
FABRICS DRYING
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys _. _. _. 20-30 MINS. FLUFF
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, AIR
tablecloths _. _. _. 20-30 MINS.
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,‘SHEER’NY;ON- : : 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 dryerwill 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.

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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.
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.
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.
. 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 toys, sneakers,
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.
FINISH GUARD” Setting
When you are unable to unload the
dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can
form.
If you don’t open the door within 5
minutes after the dryer stops, FINISH
GUARD takes over automatically to
protect the load. You don’t have to set
the Control Knob for FINISH GUARD.
FINISH GUARD tumbles the load,
without heat, every 5 minutes for up to
40 minutes. This tumbling rearranges
and fluffs the load to help avoid the
wrinkles that set in when the load
remains in the warm 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 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
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops. 7

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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.
. 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.
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
knits and synthetic fabrics.
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 as the dryer
stops.
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 dryer and clean the lint screen as
shown on page 9.

Li.nt screen
Cleah the lint screen before ea
ncrease drying time arid may be
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out. ROLL the lint off the icreen
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, depending on
dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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l Avoid electrical shock
1.
hazard-unplug power
supply cord or turn off
2.
electrical power.
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
l Make sure dryer is coot.
3.
4.
Remove back panel (electric]
or lower access panel (gas].
Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
Remove lint from shaded area -
see art- with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer.

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.
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
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, 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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