Whirlpool LE7805XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE7805XP
and
Gas Model
LG7806XP
owave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Condilloners. Oehumldlfiers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refngerator-Free2

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUTTON
ADING 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 Senal Number
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip
Purchase Dale
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 registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for in-warranty service.
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Contents
Page Page
PARTS AND FEATURES. 2 End-of-Cycle Signal 8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3 Lint Signal 8
SAFETY FIRST . . . 3 LINT SCREEN. 9
SELECTING A CYCLE AND LINT REMOVAL. 9
STARTING YOUR DRYER 4 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER. IO
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 6 Cleaning Dryer Interior 10
Automatic Cycles 6 Vacation Care . 10
Timed Drying . 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
DRYING TIPS. 7 ASSISTANCE.. 11
FLUFFAIR Setting 7 I. Before Calling for
FINISH GUARD@ Setting 7 Assistance 11
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting 7 2. If You Need Assistance 11
Drying Times 8 3. If You Need Service 11
Mixed Loads 8 4. If You Have a Problem 11
2 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 wherethetem-
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.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELLGAS:
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
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE. I

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TVPEOF LOAD. SUgVM;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads,quilts. HEAW
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, AUTOMATIC HIGH
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton PERM’T PRESS
underwear, diapers MED
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
P%RMAN%NT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BlENDS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes. AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
jackets, raincoats PERMANENT MED
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PRESS
clothes, sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT MED
acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) e;;A”NA:;? KNITS GENTLE
Gauze, lace, etc. LOW
PRESS
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 . 40-50 MIN.5
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON 15-20 MINS.

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 START Button.
Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
needed drying temperature.
To stop and restart
the dryer
turn the Control Knob to OFF).
To restart the dryer, close the door,
Select cycle, if necessary, and push I
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

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Operating instructions
The autoxmtk cycks
The automotlc cycles allow you
ta select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes belng dried.
The Control Knob moves and stops
several ttmes until the Iaad reaches
the dryness seltlng you selected. Then
the knob automatically moves to
OFF and tumbllng stops.
weight cotton items. The load tum-
bles wlthout heat during the last 5
mlnutes. This helps make the load
easier to handle.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
permanent
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics. The load tumbles wtthout 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.
lImeddrying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time. Far
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be fluffed or dusted
with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.
. Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - ham 10 to 60.
l The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
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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.
TUMBLEPRESS" Setting
The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
items thcit 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 automaltcally to
protect the load. You don? have to set
the Control Knob tor 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 fhe 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.
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 ofl 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.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straiaht 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 every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, 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
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.
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Remove loose and sharp objects from Some pretreatment products can
clothing before drying - pins, buckles, damage dials, consoles and finish.
etc. Cl&e metal zippers. Do not-use these products on or
near your dryer.
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 packets for bolts, nuts, etc.
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Cleaning dryer interior
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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
soft cloth and scrub area until all
excess dye is removed. Rinse 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.
0 Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
L Before calling for
assistance...
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 If the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper volt-
age?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did 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-LINE” serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 81 Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in howta obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If ?ou need service*...
Whirlpool has
a nationwide
network of fran-
chised TECHCARE@
Service Compa-
nies, TECH-CARE
service I3chnicians are trained 10
fulfill the oroduct warranty and prc-
vide aft,:r-warranty service, any-
where in the United States. To locate
TECH-CAI”E service in your area, call
our CO<: L-LINE service assistance
telephorl ?number (see Step 2) or lock
in your tI !lephone directory Yellow
Pages ur der:
4. If11ou have a
p& blem*...
Call c.Jr COOL-LINE service as-
sistance elephone number (see Step
2) and tc k with one of our Consultants,
or if you jrefer, write to:
Mr. Stept en E.Upton
Senior V :e President
Whirlpoc Corporation
Administ ofive Center
2000 US- 53 North
Benton i- arbor, Ml 49022
*If you n Jst call or write, please pro-
vide: mc. del number, serial number,
date of lurchase, and a complete
descripti In of the problem. This infor-
mation i:, needed in order to better re-
spond tcl your request for assistance.

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