Whirlpool LE5721XP Use And Care Manual
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AUTOMATIC
DRYER
Electric Model
LE5720XP
and
Gas Model
LG572lXP
rave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AN Condltloners. Oehumldlflers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers. freezers, Refngeralor-Freezer
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
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TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
RMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LOADING DOOR
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Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe
out the
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:
Complete Model Number
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
(from-the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Complete Serlol Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip
Purchase Date
and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
Serwce
Company
and
console.
Telephone Number
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is oil
that is required for in-warranty service.
Contents
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PARTS AND FEATURES . . . . -2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.
SAFETY FIRST. . . . . . . . i
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER. . . . . 4
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Coal Down Times .
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DRYING TIPS. . . . . . . 7
FLUFF AIR Setting . . . .
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting .
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Drying Times. . . . .
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Mixed Loads . . , . . . . .
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Lint Signal . 8
LINT SCREEN . . . 9
LINT REMOVAL . . . . . 9
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER. . 10
Vacation Care. . . . . . . 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. . . . 11
I. Before Calling for
Assistance . . . . 11
2. If You Need Assistance . . 11
3,IfYouNeedService . . . . . . 11
4. If You Have a Problem . 11
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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”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”lnstallation Instructions” for
complete information.
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; IFYOUSMELLGAS: i
i 1. OPEN WINDOWS.
i 2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
t CAL SWITCHES.
i 3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
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FLAME.
! 4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
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DO NOT STORE OR USE
i GASOLINE OR OTHER
i FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
! LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY
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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD
CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
COlTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts.
EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
PERMIT
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
HEAVY
PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
HEAVY
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
HIGH
underwear, diapers
MEDIUM
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
PERMIT PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
PERMIT
jackets, raincoats _. _, _.
40-50 MINS.
PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
HEAVY
clothessheetsslacks 30-40 MINS.
HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses _.
20-30 MINS.
KNITS
PERM’T PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
PERM’T PRESS
blends,T-shirtsslacks, shirts _. 40-50 MINS.
HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, KNITS GENTLE
acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie, LOW
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)
20-30 MINS.
PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
Gauze, lace,etc. _. _. 15-20 MINS.
LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
PERMIT PRESS
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys 20-30 MINS.
FLUFF
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
AIR
tablecloths _. _. 20-30 MINS.
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . . .
40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON 15-20 MINS.
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