Whirlpool LE781OXP User manual

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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
Ir LAUNDRY
INFORMATION CENTER
w,
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
LOADING 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 Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip
Purchase Date
and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
console. Service Company and
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES Page Page
........ 2 End-of-Cycle Signal ....... 8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3 ................. 8
SAFETYFIRST ::::: Lint Signal
........... 3 LINT SCREEN ................ 9
SELECTING A CYCLE LINT REMOVAL .............. 9
AND STARTING YOUR DRYER 4 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER ... 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .. 6 Cleaning Dryer Interior. .... 10
The Automatic Cycles ..... 6 Vacation Care ............. 10
Timed Drying .............. 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
DRYING TIPS ................ 7 ASSISTANCE ................ 11
FLUFFAIR Setting ........... 7
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting 1. Before Calling for
...... 7 Assistance .............. 11
FINISH GUARD@ Setting ..... 7 2. If You Need Assistance. .. 11
Gentle Heat ............... 7 3. If You Need Service ...... 11
Drying Times ............... 8 4. IfYou Have a Problem ... 11
Mixed Loads .............. 8
2 01985 Whirlpool Corporation

Your
Respodbilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
impOt?ant 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 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 SAMY l
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
1 l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
* nnm .lAC

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.
TYPEOF LOAD SlWEi’ED SUWHSTED
TEWERATURE
COTTONS; LINBNS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads,quilts. . . HEAW
HlGH
HEAWWEI6HT FAliRlCS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes . AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR MED
Sheets, pillowcases. cotton
underwear,diapers . . . . . . . . KNITS GENTLE
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, LOW
organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . . . . .
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MEDlUMWElGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT MED
ciothes,sheets, slacks . . . . . . . . PRESS
LIGHTWEIGliT FABRICS - Lingerie, MED LOW
biouses,dresses . r. . . . . . . .
KNITS
HEAWWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blend&T-shirts,slacks,shirts . . AUTOMATIC MED LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANE’NT
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNlTS GENTLE
blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . .
LIGHTWEIGNT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] . . . . . . . PERMANENT EXLOW
Gauze,lace,etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you The Temperature Selector can be set
want. See page 6 for information on on any desired temperature or any-
the cycles. where between 2 temperatures.
Push the
3. START Button To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button. 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. 5

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
minuies.This helps make the load
easier to handle.
Use
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESSto dry
permanent
press, knits and other syntheticfab-
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 CYUtO- I
matic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
l If items ore 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.
l Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want - from 10 to 70.
l The last 10 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time. This
helps make the load easier to
handle.
6

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes
The dryer does not heat when the wrinkles from dry clothing such as
Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This items that may have been packed
setting can be used to fluff bedding, in a suitcase, closet, or items not
plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pii- removed from the dryer.
lows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
The load will tumble in heated air
1. Turn the Control Knob to the number for lominutes. The heat shuts off and
of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR. the dryer continues to tumble the
2. Push the STARTButton. load for 10 more minutes.
For best results,TUMBLE PRESSonly
FINISH GUARD@Setting
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops.
When you are unable to unload the
dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can
Gentle Heat
form.
If you don’t open the door within 5 The dryer automatically reduces the
minutes after the dryer stops, FINISH heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and PERM’T
GUARD to kes over automatically to PRESSMED cycles. The last 5 minutes
protect the load. You don’t have to set of each of these cycles gradually
the Control Knob for FINISH GUARD. reduces the dryer temperature to a
lower heat settfng. This helps reduce
FINISH GUARD tumbles the load, wrinkling.
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.

Drying times Mixed loads
Drying times will vary depending on:
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
0 size of the load.
l room temperature around the
dryer.
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested forthe lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
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.
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
r
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.
End-of-cycle 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.
8

Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
may be a FIRE HAZARD.
ROLL the lint off the screen
with your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the screen firmly back into
place.
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.
WARNING:
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrlcal 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

Caring for your dryer
Removei6ose and sharp objects
from Dockets and cuffs before drvina - Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Pins, buckles, etc. Close metal ’ ” Do not-use these products on or
zippers. near your dryer.
Wlpe 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.
10
Cleaning dryer interior
0
WARNING: Before
cleaning intertor, unplug
power supply cord, or
turn off electrlcal 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. Wipe 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
. Unplug power cord or turn off elec-
trical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l 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 Is 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?
It 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.
Dlal free from:
Contfnental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 81 Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has
a nationwide
network of fran-
chised TECH-CARE@
Service Compa-
nies, TECH-CARE
service technicians are trained to
fulfill the product warranty and pro-
vide after-warranty service, any-
where in the United States. To locate
TECH-CARE service in your area, Call
our COOL-LINE service assistance
telephone number(see Step 2) or look
in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
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4. If you have a
problem*...
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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Making your world a little easier.
Part No. 696770
01985 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.