Whirlpool LE5200XT User Manual
Use & Care Guide
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LARGE CAPACITY AUTOMATIC DRYERS
LES200XT LE5750XM LE5790XS LE5795XP
LGS201XT LG5751XM LG5791XS LG5796XP
Co nte nts
Page Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
Important Safety Instructions appliance. Please complete and mail
Additional safety instructions the Owner Registration Card provided
and your responsbilities.....................3 with this product Then complete the
Operating Instructions form below. Have this information ready
Starting your dryer
The automatic cycles
Timed drying
Using fluff air
Using TUMBLE PRESS*
Usi^ng darnp dry
Lint signal......... ....
Caring For Your Dryer ^ ’
Cleaning the lint screen
Lint screen maintenance
Cleaning the dryer
Lint removal
If You Need Service Or
Assistance........................................... 14 __________________________________
Whirlpool Automatic Dryer Serial Number
Warranty
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4 if you need service or call with a
6 question.
7 • Copy model and serial numbers from
7 label (on the frame behind the door)
8 and purchase date from sales slip.
9 , Diyer Guide and
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12 Model Number
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01992 Whirlpool Corporation
The drawings in this book may vary
slightly from your dryer model. They are
designed to show the different features
of all models covered by this book.
NOTE: Your model may not include all
the features shown.
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:
• Rub briskly with thumb to make a
ball, then remove.
or
• 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
page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp doth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
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Service Company Ptwne Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
if you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. Extinguish any open
flame.
4. Immediately call your gas
supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not Store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.
Im por tan t S afe ty Ins tmct ion s
^WARNING
• Road all Instructions bsfbra using
ths dryer.
• NEVER dry items cleaned, washed,
soaked in or spotted with wax, paint,
gasoline or flammable fluids in the
dryer. The fumes can create a HRE
HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry fabrics
containing these materials.
• 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.
• DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
• When discarding an oid dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
• DO NOT install or store dryer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
• DO NOT tamper with the controls.
To raduo* tho risk of firo, oloctrical shock, or
injury to parsons whan using your drysr, follow
basic precautions, Including ths following:
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
• You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer is installed,
repaired and has parts replaced by a
qualified person.
• Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
• RRE 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. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a
qualified person.
• Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
• DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up arourid or
under the dryer.
• Dryer must be electrically grounded.
Sb9 the Installation Instmctions.
Additional safety instructions
• NEVER operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy,
too hot).
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
- all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
• ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you
have a gas dryer.
• ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
• You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
and your responsibilities
-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 45*’F (T’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 clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
*See the Installation Instructbns for
complete information.
Op era tin g I nst ruc tio ns
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
SUGGESTED
CYCLE
SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY-Oedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans, corduroys,
workdothes
MEOlUMWEIGHT-SheeU, piVowcases,
cotton underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT-BatistBS, organdies,
lingerie
Permanent prase, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes, jackets,
raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT-ShinB, play dothes,
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends,
T-shirts, slacks, shirts
MEDIUMWEIGHT-^nthetics (polyester,
CKryBc, etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
UGHTWEIGHT-Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) aral blertds, lingerie, blouses,
dresses
Oellcats fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),
gauze, lace, etc.
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERMT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
PERMT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
PERMT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
^WARNING
Rubber, plastic,
heat-ssnsldve tabrics
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys
PLASTIC-Shower curtains, taUedoths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
Drying rubber, plastic and other heat>sensltive
materials with heat can damage them or be a
HRE HAZARD.
FIra Hazard
TIMED DRYING
20-30 min.
20-30 min.
40-50 min.
15-20 min.
FLUFF AIR*
‘Seepage 7
1. Selsct ■ cycle by turning the Cycle
Control Knob either way. Stop
when the indicator on the knob's
outer ring points to the cyde and
time you want See pages 6-9 for
further cycle information.
2. Set the Temperature Selector on
the desired temperature setting.
Push the Start Button to start the
dryer.
To stop and restart the dryer
• Open the door or turn the Cycle
Control Knob to OFF to stop the
dryer.
• Close the door, select a cycle (if
necessary) and push the Start
Button to restart the dryer.
The Cycle Control Ktx>b 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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