Whirlpool LE5800XP User Manual
AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5800XP
and
Gas Model
LG5801XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL
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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
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
ADING DOOR
Complete Model Number
Complete Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company
Telephone Number
Remove the Con-
1 sumer Buy Guide lo-
bel before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.
Wipe
dryer drum with a
damp cloth to remove dust from storing or shipping.
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Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.
SAFETY FIRST.
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER.
The Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS.
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS8 Setting
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
End-of-Cycle Signal
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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
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 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 “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
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,
stutted toys . .
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths .,,..,...,,...........
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . .
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
SMEf;ED SUGGESTED
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
TIMED
DRYING
TEMPERATURE
HEAVY
HIGH
PERM’T
PRESS
MED
PERMIT PRESS
MED
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
FLUFF
AIR
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