AUTOMATIC
DRYER
Electric Model
LE5725XP
and
Gas
LG5726XP
Model
s
fave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Au Condltloners. Oehumldiflers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrlgerator-Freezer
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
ORMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LOADING DOOR
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe
dryer drum with a
damp cloth to re-
move 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. 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
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.
Complete Model Number
Complete Serial Number
Purchase Date
slip
Serwce Company and
Telephone Number
out the
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.
SAFETY FIRST.
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER. 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS.
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS* Setting
Drying Times.
Mixed Loads
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01985 Whirlpool Corporation
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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
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3
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
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ASSISTANCE.
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1. Before Calling for
Assistance
:
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
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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 personatly responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
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is installed by a qualified installer.
. 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 tem-
perature 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.*
. is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected 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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II’ IF YOU SMELLGAS: 4
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1.
OPEN WINDOWS. :
1 2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
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I( 3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN ;
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DO NOT STORE OR USE
$ GASOLINE OR OTHER
i FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND [ 1
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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreuds.
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,
jacket&raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shorts. play
clothes, sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
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,
tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON
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CYCLE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERM’T PRESS
40-50 MINS.
: 30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS. HEAVY HIGH
30-40 MINS.
PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
PEtiM’T PRESS
20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
TEMPERATURE
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
LOW
FLUFF
AIR