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
Page

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
1.
2.
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.