Whirlpool LE4440XW User Manual
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LARGE CAPACITY
AUTOMATIC DRYERS
LE4440XW LG4441XW
Contents
Important
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operatlng Instructions
Starting your dryer _..._..................... 4
The regular cycles . . . . . .._........-...... 6
The permanent press cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using TUMBLE PRESS@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Safety
lnstrudlons
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lint screen maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cleaning the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Lint removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If You Need Servlce Or
Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..-..... 13
Whlrlpool Automatic Dryer
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
01992 Whirlpool Corporation
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:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make
ball, then remove.
or
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Soak area with liquid hand
dishwashing 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
paw 3.
NOTE: Do not
instrudion labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp doth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
remove any permanent
. . . . . . .
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a
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
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the Owner Registration
with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
it you need service or call with a
question.
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Copy model and serial numbers from
7
label (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from sales slip.
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Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Sdal Number
Purchase DaIe
Card provided
Sawka Company Pbne Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open wlndows.
2. Don’t touch electrlcal
switches.
3. l$ttegulsh any open
.
4. lmmedlately call your gas
suppller.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasollne
or other flammable vapors
and llqulds In the vlclnlty of
thls or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a flre
hazard or exploslon.
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the rlsk of fire, electrical
Injury to persons when uslng your dryer, follow
bask precautions, lncludlng the
l Read all lnstructlons before uslng
the dryer.
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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
containing 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.
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DO
NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
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When discarding an ok4 dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
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DO NOT install or store dryer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
l DO NOT
tamper with the controls.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
shock, or
followlng:
l You are responsible for maklng
sure that your dryer
is installed,
repaired and has parts replaced by a
qualified person.
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Use only fabrii softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
l FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and heat
sensitiie materials with heat.
-allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a
qualified person.
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Clean lint Screen before or after
each bad.
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DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
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Dryer must be electrically grounded.
See the Installation Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
l NEVER operate the bryer if:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
-ii is damaged.
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you
have a gas dryer.
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 maklng
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled on a
floor that can support the weight in a
well ventilated room.*
-is located in an area where the
temperature is above 4!YF (7°C).
-is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
-is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.’
-is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
-is used only for jobs normally
expected of home dothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
‘See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
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Operating Instructions
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 your dryer.
NOTE: Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static ding, and damage
some fabrics.
TYPE OF LOAD
Cottons and Ilnens
EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels. jeans, axduroys,
work dothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Sheek. pillowcases,
maon underwear. diapers
LIGHlWEIGHT-Batistes. organdies,
lingerie
SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
EXTRA HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LlGHT
SUGGESTED
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
LOW
Permanent press, synlhetko
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes. jackets,
taincoak
MEDIUMWEIGHTShirk, play dothes.
sheets. dacks
LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends.
T-shirts, slacks, shirk
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Synthetics (pdyester,
acrylic. etc.), dress slacks. skirts, sweaters
LIGHTWEIGHTSynthetics (polyester,
aaylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses,
dresses
De4lkata fribrka
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),
gauze, lace. etc.
Rubber, plastk,
heat-sensltlve fabrka
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys
PLASTI- curtains. tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
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PERM PRESS
40-50 min
30-40 min
20-30 min
PERM PRESS
4050 min
30-40 min
20-30 min
PERM PRESS
1520 min
PERM PRESS
20-30 min. AIR’
20-30 min. AIR’
40-50 min. AIR’
15-20 min.
HIGH
HIGH
LOW
HIGH
LOW
LOW
AIR’
‘see page 7.
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 cycfe and
time you want. See pages 6-6 for
further cycle information.
2. Set the Temperature Selector
on
the desired temperature setting.
3. Push the Stat-t Button to start
the
dryer.
To stop and restart the dryer
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Open the door or turn the Cycle
Control Knob to OFF to stop the
dryer.
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Close the door, select a cycle (if
necessary) and push the Start
Button to restart the dryer.
The Cyde Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not
in use. K the dryer is stopped before
the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area
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