Electric Model
LE6090XS
and
Gas Model
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MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors. Room Air Condbtloners Oehumldllwrs. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. freezers. Refrigerator-f
LG609lXS
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
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TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUHON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
LOADING DOOR
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
I. 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 in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty.
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service
Telephone
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.
Company
Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES-.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Automatic Cycles. ,
Timed Drying .
DRYING TIPS . . ,
FLUFF AIR Setting . . .
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting
Automatic DRY-MISER@
Control
Gentle Heat
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Mixed Loads
Drying Times .
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End-of-Cycle Signal .
LintSignal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LINT SCREEN . .
4
LINT REMOVAL. . .
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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.. .
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Cleaning Dryer Interior. . .
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Vacation Care . . . .
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
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ASSISTANCE . . . . . . .
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
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WARRANTY
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01987 Whirlpool Corporation
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ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before
leaving on vacation.
NEVER use or store flammable fluids
(dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline, kerosene] in or near your dryer. These substances give off vapors that can create
a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
NEVER operate the dryer if...
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it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot).
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it is damaged.
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parts are missing [i.e. door latch].
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all panels are not in place.
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the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
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IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES,
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS
SUPPLIER.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord
or turn off electrical power before attempting to service the dryer. Shut off
GAS VALVE if Yours is a gas dryer.
You are personally responsible tor
maklng sure that your dryer...
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is properly maintained.
. is properly installed and leveled in a
well ventilated room* on a floor that
can support the weight.
. is located in an area where the tem-
perature is above 45°F (7.2”C).
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is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
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is properly connected to fuel and exhaust systems.’
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is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
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is used only for tobs normally expected of home clothes dryers.
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is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.
*See “lnstallatlon Instructions” for
complete intormatlon.
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TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
maltress pads, quilts . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEAVYWElGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes . . . . . . . . .
MEDlUMWElGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear,diapers . . . . . . . . .
LlGHTWElGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNYHEllCS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWElGHT FABRICS - Work clothes,
jackets, mincoats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes, sheets, slacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LiGHTWElGHT FABRICS - lingerie,
blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KNITS
HEAI WEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks. shirts . . . . .
LiGHTWElGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.] and blends, itngerie,
blouses. dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIHTWEIOHT 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
SUGOESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
AUTOMATIC PERM7 PRESS
REGULAR
KNITS GENTLE
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT MED
PRESS
MED LOW
AUTOMATIC
MED LOW
PER;;t;NT KNITS GENTLE
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
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FLUFF
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AIR
HEAW
HIGH
MED
LOW
LOW
Ex LOW
Ex LOW