Whirlpool LE5770XW, LG5771XW User Manual
Use & Care Guide
Cycle control knob
Temperature selector
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Start button
Lint screen
Dryer drum
Model and serial
number label
Loading door
LARGE CAPACITY
AUTOMATIC DRYERS
LE5770XW LG5771XW
8-9a
Contents
Page
Important Safety Instructions
3
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities 4
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer . . . . . .._._.............. 5
The automatic cycles 7
Timed drying . . . .._._._.._.___.._._._._._,__._. 8
Using fluff air 8
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen .____._._._._____ 9
Lint screen maintenance 9
Cleaning the dryer .______._,__..,_,_,_,___ 10
Lint removal _................._.._._._.._._._ 1 1
If You Need Service Or
Assistance ____.____.________._,______,_.._____,_ 12
Whirlpool Automatic Dryer
Warranty ,.,_.....,...,,.,.,.,.,,.,.,....,...,.,.. 16
01992 Whirlpool Corporation
If your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used. To
remove any remaining glue:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make a
ball, then remove.
or
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Soak area with liquid hand
dishwashing detergent before
removing glue as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the finish.
See “Important Safety Instructions” on
pages 3 and 4.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information
ready if you need service or call with a
question.
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Copy model and serial numbers from
label (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from sales slip.
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Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
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Important Safety Instructions
Fire Hazard
For your safety the information in
this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
-Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do Not try to light any appliance.
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Do Not touch any electrical switch; Do Not use
any phone in your building.
@Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
@If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
-Never install dryer up against draperies or
curtains, or on carpet.
-Keep any and all items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Important Safety Instructions
Continued
To reduce the
injury to persons when using your dryer, follow
basic precautions,
n Read all instructions before using
the dryer.
@NEVER dry items cleaned, washed,
soaked in or spotted with wax, paint,
gasoline or flammable fluids in the
dryer. The fumes can create a FIRE
HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry fabrics
containing these materials.
. NEVER allow children to operate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
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DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
. When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
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DO NOT install or store dryer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
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DO NOT tamper with the controls.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
risk of fire, electrical
shock,
or
including the following:
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You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer is installed,
repaired and has parts replaced by a
qualified person.
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Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the
dryer.
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FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and heat
sensitive materials with heat.
-allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning
should be done periodically by a
qualified person.
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Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
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DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
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Dryer must be electrically grounded.
See the Installation Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
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NEVER operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too
hot).
- it is damaged.
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
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ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you have
a gas dryer.
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ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if you
have a gas dryer.
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DO NOT wash or dry items that are
soiled with vegetable or cooking oil.
These items may contain some oil
after laundering. Due to the remaining
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oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire
by itself.
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You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
-is properly installed and leveled on a
floor that can support the weight in a
well ventilated room.*
-is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).
- is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
- is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
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Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting your dryer.
NOTE:
some fabrics.
TYPE OF LOAD
Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
SUGGESTED
CYCLE
SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads,
pads, qurlts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans, corduroys,
work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT-Batistes, organdies,
lingerie
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work clothes, jackets,
raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons. rayons, blends,
T-shirts, slacks, shirts
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
LIGHTWEIGHT-Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses,
dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),
gauze, lace, etc.
mattress
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERM’T PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
PERMIT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
PERM’T PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys
PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
*See page 8.
TIMED DRYING
20-30 min.
20-30 min.
40-50 min.
15-20 min.
FLUFF AIR’
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