Whirlpool LE9200XW User manual

Use & Care Guide
Cycle 5ontrol knob
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Temperature selector
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Model and serial
Drying rack
(models LE9200XW,
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LG92OlXW)
LARGECAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS
LE9200XWLE9300XT
LG92UlXW LG93UIXT

Contents
Page
Important Safety
Instructions.
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
The automatic cycles
Timed drying
Using fluff air
End-of-cycle signal
Additional Dryer Features
Using the drying rack
Gentle heat system
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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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
12
Serial Number
16
01990 Whirlpool Corporation
Purchase Date
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.
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. ;Fceguish 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.
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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 NEVER dry items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline or flammable
fluids in the dryer. The fumes can
create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand
launder and air dry fabrics contain-
ing these materials.
l NEVER allow children to operate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
l DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
l When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
l DO NOT install or store dryer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
l DO NOT tamper with the controls.
l You are responsible for
making sure that your dryer
is installed, repaired and has parts
replaced by a qualified person.
l Use only fabric softeners specifi-
tally labeled as not being harmful
to the dryer.
* FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and
heat sensitive materials with heat.
-allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Clean-
ing should be done periodically
by a qualified person.
l Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
l DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
l Dryer must be electrically
grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Additional safety instructionsandyour responsibilities
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. weigh1 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”C)
- 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 gas dryer. - is not installed against drapes or
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply curtains.*
cord or turn off electrical power before - is used only for jobs normally
attempting to service the dryer. Shut expected of home clothes dryers.
off GAS VALVE if you have a gas dryer. -is not used by anyone unable to
l You are responsible for making operate it properly.
sure that your dryer: ‘See the lnstallatron Instructions for
-is properly maintained. complete information.

OperatingInstructions
The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dryer model. They are
designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.
Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting il.
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,
collon. underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT- Batlstes, organdles,
lingerie
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR HEAVY HIGH
PERM’T PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work clothes, jackets, AUTOMATIC
PERM’T PRESS
raincoats PERMANENT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Shlrls, play clothes.
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT - Lingerie. blouses, KNITS GENTLE
dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cot(ons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
AUTOMATIC
PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic. etc.) and blends, linaerie.
KNITS GENTLE
blobses, dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze,
lace. elc. AUTOMATIC
KNITS GENTLE
PERMANENT PRESS
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
FLUFF AIR
20 minutes
20 minutes
20 minutes
1520 minutes
(No temperature
needs lo be
selected.
Cycle is
unheated.)
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.
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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/or setting you
want. See pages 6-7 for further cycle
information.
2. Press a temperature selection
which matches the type of fabric
being dried. The red indicator will
appear over the temperature selec-
tion you have chosen.
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-
lrol 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.
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Operating Instructions
Continued
Theautomatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you to
select the degree of dryness you prefer
for the clothes being dried.
The automatic DRY-MISER@ control
is a thermostat that senses the dryer air
temperature. The dryer automatically
shuts off when the selected dryness is
reached.
The Cycle Control Knob will not move
until the clothes load ISalmost dry, or
the Cool-Down portion of the cycle has
been reached. After the Cool-Down
portion is complete, the Cycle Control
Knob automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumbling stops.
Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry
heavy and mediumweight cotton items.
The load tumbles without heat during
the last 5 minutes. This helps make the
load easier to handle.
Use AUTOMATIC PERMANENT
PRESS to dry permanent press, knits
and other synthetic items. The load
tumbles without heat during the last 10
minutes. This helps keep wrinkles from
setting in and makes the load easier
to handle.
For the first few loads, set the Cycle
Control Knob to point to the * in either
automatic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
l If items are drter 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.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause
shrinkage, static cling and damage to
some fabrics.

TIMEDDRYING
Use the TIMED DRYING cycle for any
load you want to dry by time.
l Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want from
10 to 70.
The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat to help make the load
easier to handle.
UsinaFLUFFAIR
Fire Hazard
Do not dry plastic or rubber items
with heat. Use FLUFF AIR setting,
or line dry. Failure to do so could
result in fire or damaged items.
The dryer does not heat when the Cycle
Control Knob is set in FLUFF AIR. This
cycle can be used to fluff or air dry bed-
ding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to
the number of minutes you want
in FLUFF AIR.
2. Push the Start Button.
End-of-cyclesignal
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, synthetic and
other items that should be taken out
as soon as the dryer stops.

AdditionalDryerFeatures
Usingthe drying rack
(models LE9200XW, LG92OlXW
only)
The drying rack lets you dry items that
you may not want to tumble. The rack
does not move, but the drum turns.
Make sure nothing hangs over the edge
of the rack.
1. Fit rear legs of the rack into indenta-
tions in the back wall of the dryer.
2. Lower the front so the legs rest on
the dryer opening.
3. Put wet items on top of the rack.
Leave space between them so air
can reach all surfaces.
4. Close the door and start the dryer.
See page 9 for suggested cycles
and temperature settings when
using the drying rack.

Drying rack suggestions
Drying time will depend on how much moisture the items hold. The following chart
suggests cycles and temperature settings for different kinds of items that might best
be rack-dried.
TO RACK DRY:
Wool sweaters
(Block to shape and lay flat on
the rack.)
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
TIMED DRYING KNITS GENTLE
Stuffed toys or pillows
(Cotton or polyester fiber filled.) TIMED DRYING PERM’T PRESS
Stuffed toys or pillows
(Foam rubber filled.) FLUFF AIR (No temperature
needs to be
Sneakers or canvas shoes FLUFF AIR
““.““.“Y. W,“‘”
is unheated.)
NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumble drvina.
The dryer automatically reduces the
heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and
PERM’T PRESS. During the last few
minutes of each of these temperature
settings the dryer temperature gradu.
ally reduces to a lower heat setting.
This helps prevent overdrying.
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CaringForYourDryer
Cleaningthe lint screen
The lentscreen is located under a lid on top of the dryer. Clean it before each
load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
Fire Hazard
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen
loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Doing so
can cause overheating, damage and be a
FIRE HAZARD.
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
2. Roll lint off lhe screen with your
fingers. Do not rinse or wash the
screen. Wet lint is hard to remove.
3. Push the lint screen firmly back into
place and close the lid.
Cleaningthe dryer interior
Electrical Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power
before cleaning the interior.
l Use non-flammable cleaner.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or Injury.
Fire Hazard
l Shut off gas valves on
gas dryers.
l Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in
gas leak or explosion.
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Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly
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
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 thoroughly with a damp
cloth. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
-OR-
Liquid non-flammable household
cleaner
Apply to stained area. Rub with a cloth
until all excess dye is removed. Tumble
a load of rags to dry.
To clean dryer exterior, wipe with a
soft, damp cloth.
Thermostats Heat element
I Heater box terminals
.
Electric dryer
Igniter Funnel --
Gas dryer
Lint removal
Lint can gather inslde the dryer and
create a FIRE HAZARD. This lint
should be removed at least every
2 to 3 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
Electrical Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power
before removing lint.
l Do not put hands inside
the cabinet.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock, injury or
damage.
Cleaning should be done only by a
qualified person.
1. Unplug the power supply cord or turn
off the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or
lower access panel (gas).
3. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,
funnel or igniter.
4. Remove lint from boxed-in area with
a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
5. Replace panel; reconnect and
relevel dryer.
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IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance
Wesuggestyou follow
thesesteps:
1. 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 plugged into a live
circuit with the proper voltage?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push the Start Button?
l Have you checked your home’s maln
fuses or circuit breaker box?
If your dryer does not heat:
l The FLUFF AIR cycle is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
Cycle Control Knob to OFF. Turn on
gas. Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls
and start.
l An electric dryer circuit uses 2 break-
ers or 2 fuses. If one breaker is tripped
or one fuse is blown, the dryer may
run, but not heat.
If drying time seems too long:
l Is the lint screen clean? See page 10
for cleaning instructions.
l See the Dryer Guide.
2. If you need assistance:..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER
service assistance telephone
number. Dial free from anywhere
in the U.S.:
l-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained consul-
tants. The consultant can instruct you in
how to obtain satisfactory operation
from your appliance or, if service is nec-
essary, recommend a qualified service
company in your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. Donald Skinner
Director of Consumer Relations
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
Please include a daytime phone
number in your correspondence.
3. If you need service’...
-ii9
Whirlpool has a
wh%l 01 = nationwide network of authorized
seavrcs WhirlpoolsM service
companies.
Whirlpool service technicians are trained
to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the
United States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company in your area,
call our COOL-LINEa service assistance
telephone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
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4. If you need FSPb
replacement parts*...
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts.
Look for this symbol of quality when-
ever you need a replacement part for
your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replace-
ment parts will fit right and work right,
because they are made to the same
exacting specifications used to build
every new Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts
in your area, refer to Step 3 or call the
Whirlpool COOL-LINE service
assistance number in Step 2.
5. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was solved?..
l Contact the Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel (MACAP).
MACAP is a group of independent
consumer experts that voices con-
sumer views at the highest levels of
the major appliance industry.
l Contact MACAP only when the
dealer, authorized servicer or
Whirlpool have failed to resolve
your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of
your action.
*When requesting assistance, please
provide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This infor-
mation is needed in order to better
respond to your request.

Notes
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Notes
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WHIRLPOOL@
AutomaticDryerWarranty
DROO:
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to
WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship.
From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by an authorized
Whirlpools” service company.
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B. Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family
household use.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in
the home.
D. Damage to dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of
God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please
contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
If you need service, first see the “Service and Assistance” section of this book.
After checking “Service and Assistance,” additional help can be found by calling
our COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from
anywhere in the U.S.
@Registered Trademark/%! Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation
Part No. 3391367
01990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.