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ave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AM Conditioners. Oehumidrfiers. Automatrc Washers, Clothes Oryers, Freezers. RetrlgeratOr-Freezer
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5700XP
and
Gas Model
LG5701XP
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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INFORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide lobel before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe
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 with a
question, have this information ready:
1. Comdete 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 Infor-
mation 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.
Complete Model Number
Complete Senol Number
Purchase Date
Service Company and
Telephone Number
out the
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES . . . .
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. .
SAFETY FIRST. . . .
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER.
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times . . .
DRYING TIPS. . .
FLUFF AIR Setting . . .
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting
Mixed Loads .
Drying Times.
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LINT REMOVAL
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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
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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 that Your dryer...
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is installed by a qualified installer.
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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.
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.
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 PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats _. 40-50 MINS.
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, ploy
clothes, sheets, slacks 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends,T-shirts,slacks, shirts _. 40-50 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester,
acrylic. etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses. dresses 30-40 MINS.
tIGHTWEIGHT 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 ._...._.................
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON .
. . . . 20-30 MINS.
CYCLE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
PERMIT PRESS
20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
LOW
FLUFF
AIR