Whirlpool GLE5700XS User Manual
AUTOMATIC
DRYER
Electric Model
GLE5700XS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUllON
LINT SCREEN
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label
before using your
dryer. It will be easier
to remove
Wipe out the dryer
drum with a damp
cloth to remove dust
from storing or shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call
question, have
1. Complete Model and Sertal Numbers ~.
[from the plate located as shown]
2. Purchase date from sales
Copy this information In these spaces
Keep this book In the Laundry lnformatron
Center with Your “Dryer Gurde:’ sales slip
and warranty.
this
lnformatlon ready
slop
with a ~-
Model Number
Senal Number
Purchase Dole
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS..
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS,
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESSR Setting
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61989 Whirlpool Corporation
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
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LINT SCREEN.
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LINT REMOVAL,
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
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Cleaning Dryer Interior
6
Vacation Care
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
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ASSISTANCE,
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WHIRLPOOL DRYER
7
WARRANTY
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You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
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is properly maintained.
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properly installed and leveled
in a well ventilated room* on a
floor that can support the weight
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is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45 F (7.2 C].
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is connected to the proper outlet,
electrical supply and grounding.’
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is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems,*
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is not installed against drapes or
curtains
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is used only for jobs normally
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expected of home clothes dryers.
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is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is
a gas dryer.
ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation
NEVER use or store flammable fluids
(dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline,
kerosene] in or near your dryer
These substances grve off vapors
that can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION.
NEVER operate the dryer rf...
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it is not working right (i.e.. noisy, too
hot]
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it is damaged.
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parts are missing [I.e. door latch).
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all panels are not in place.
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the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY
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IF YOU SMELL GAS:
I. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAMES.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS
SUPPLIER.
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TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes, sheets, slacks.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic. etc.] and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)
Gauze, lace, etc.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERM’T PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS. HEA,,Y HIGH
30-40 MINS.
;;&T;;y KNITS GENTLE
15-20 MINS.
TEMPERATURE
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAW
HIGH
PERM’T PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys............................
PLASTIC -Shower curtains,
tablecloths.........
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
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PERM’T PRESS
20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
FLUFF
AIR
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