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Trash Compactors, Room Air Condllloners. Oehumldlflers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers.
LE5605XP
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Gas Model
LG5606XP
Freezers.
Refrigerator-Free2
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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6 INFORMATION CENTER
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
1. 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
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Complete Model Number
Complete Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Comoanv and
Telephone N;mb&
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe out
dryer drum with a
damp cloth to remove dust from storing or shipping.
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the
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 SElllNG
TUMBLE PRESS8 Setting
Mixed Loads
Drying Times.
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2 : LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care. .
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
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 fhat 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 C).
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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 be explo-
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.
Selecting a cycle
and starting
your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly [see your”Dryer Guide”).
Be sure the door is tightly closed.
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
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.
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, AIR
tablecloths 20-30 MINS.
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
CYCLE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MIN.%
PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MIN.5
15-20 MINS.
PERMIT PRESS
20-30 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
TEMPERATURE
PERM’T PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
LOW
LOW
FLUFF