Whirlpool LE5600XP, LG560lXP User Manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS

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Electric Model

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LE5600XP
and
Gas Model

LG56olXP

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

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;. INFORMATION CENTER

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready:

4. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
(from-the plate located as shown).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip

and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor­mation Center on the back of the dryer

console.

There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all

that is required for in-warranty service.

LAUNDRY

START BUTTON

DRYER DRUM

LOADING DOOR

NUMBER PLATE

Complete Model

Complete Serial

Purchase Date

Service Company and
Telephone Number

Remove the Con­sumer Buy Guide la­bel before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.

Wipe

dryer drum with a
damp cloth to re­move dust from stor­ing or shipping.

out the

Number

Number

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . .

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. . . . . .

SAFETY FIRST. . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . ,

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER. . . . . . .

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . .

Dryer Cycles and Settings . .

Cool Down Times . . . . . .

DRYING TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . .

FLUFF AIR Setting . . . . . . . .

Mixed Loads .

TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting . . . . .

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Drying Times. . . . . . . . . . . . .

LINT SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LINT REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . .

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER. . . .

Vacation Care. . . . . . . . .

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. Before Calling for

Assistance . . . . . . . . . .

2. If You Need Assistance . .

3. IfYouNeedService . . . . . .

4. If You Have a Problem . .

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Your Responsibilities

Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
important use and safety information.

You are personally responsible for

making sure that your dryer...

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is installed by a qualified installer.

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is properly maintained.

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is installed in an area protected

from the weather.

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is 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‘CJ.

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is connected to the right kind of out­let, electric supply and grounding.*

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is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems.’

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is used only for jobs normally ex­pected of home clothes dryers.

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IS not run where there may beexplo-

sive fumes.

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is not used by children or anyone

unable to operate it properly.

*See the “Installation Instructions” for

complete information.

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IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1.

OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI­CAL SWITCHES.

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

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DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

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 MEDIUM

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERMIT PRESS
AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERMIT

jackets, raincoats 40-50 MINS.

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play HEAVY

clothes, sheetsslacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts _. 40-50 MINS.

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS.

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]
Gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 MINS.

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths 20-30 MINS.

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON 15-20 MIN.%

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CYCLE

EX HEAVY

HEAVY

LIGHT

30-40 MINS.

PERM’T PRESS

PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE

20-30 MINS.

PERMIT PRESS

20-30 MINS.

TEMPERATURE

PERM’T

PRESS

HEAVY

HIGH

PRESS
HIGH

PERMIT PRESS

HEAVY HIGH

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

LOW

FLUFF

AIR

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