Whirlpool LE8600XW User manual

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Use& Care’Guide
Cycle control knob
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Temperature selector
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Start button
Lint screen
LARGECAPACITY
AUTOMATICDRYERS
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Contents
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Important Safety
Instructions. . . . .
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
The automatic cycles
Timed drying
Using fluff air . .
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen . .
Cleaning the dryer interior
Lint removal
If You Need Service Or
Assistance. .
Whirlpool Automatic
Dryer Warranty.
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If your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used.
To remove any remaining glue:
l Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
l Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-
ing detergent before removing glue
as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or
abrasive cleaners. These can damage
the finish. See “Important Safety
Instructions” on page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
if you need service or call with a
question.
l Copy model and serial numbers
from plate (on the frame behind the
door) and purchase date from sales
slip.
l Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:’
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. kFeguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any
other appliance. The
fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
injury to persons when using your dryer, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
l Read all instructions before
using the dryer.
l You are responsible for mak-
ing sure that your dryer is in-
. NEVER dry items cleaned, stalled, repaired and has parts
washed, soaked in or spotted with replaced by a qualified person.
wax, paint, gasoline or flammable
fluids in the dryer. The fumes can
l Use only fabric softeners specifi-
create a FIRE HAZARD or cally labeled as not being harmful
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand to the dryer.
launder and air dry fabrics contain- . FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
ing these materials. materials can result from:
l NEVER allow children to operate, -drying rubber, rubber-like and
play with or crawl inside the dryer. heat sensitive materials with heat.
Close supervision of children is -allowing lint build-up inside the
necessary when the dryer is used dryer or exhaust system. Clean-
near children. ing should be done periodically
l DO NOT reach into a dryer if the by a qualified person.
drum is moving.
l Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
l When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
l DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
prevent accidental entrapment. chemicals, etc. pile up around or
l DO NOT install or store dryer under the dryer.
where it will be exposed to the
l Dryer must be electrically
weather. grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.
l DO NOT tamper with the controls.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities
l NEVER operate the dryer if: - is properly installed and leveled
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot). on a floor that can support the
- it is damaged. weight in a well ventilated room.’
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch). - is located in an area where the
-all panels are not in place. temperature is above 45°F (7.2%).
-the lint screen is loose, damaged - is connected to the proper outlet
or missing. and electrical supply.*
l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve - is properly connected to fuel and
before leaving on vacation if you have exhaust systems.’
a qas dryer. -is not installed against drapes or
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power before
attempting to service the dryer. Shut
off GAS VALVE if you have a gas dryer.
l You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
curtains.’
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
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OperatingInstructions
Startingyourdryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting it.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans,
corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton, underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT - Batistes, organdies,
lingerie
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
REGULAR HEAVY HIGH
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work clothes, jackets, AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
raincoats PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY HIGH
MEDIUMWEIGHT- Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT - Lingerie, blouses,
dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, AUTOMATIC KNITS GENTLE
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
TIMED DRYING
20-30 MIN.?. FLUFF AIR
20-30 MIN.?.
40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, 15-20 MINS
SHEER NYLON
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle
Control Knob either way. Stop when
the indicator on the knob’s outer ring
points to the cycle and setting you
want. See pages 6 and 7 for
further cycle information.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
the desired temperature settings.
3. Push the Start Button to start
the dryer.
4. To stop and restart the dryer:
l Open the door or turn the Cycle Con-
trol Knob to OFF to stop the dryer.
l Close the door, select a cycle (if nec-
essary) and push the Start Button to
restart the dryer.
The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not in
use. If the dryer is stopped before the
cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to an OFF area.