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SUPERCAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS

LE6098XT LE6880XT LE7080XT

LG6099XT LG6881XT LG7081XT

Contents

Page

Important Safety

Instructions .................. 3

Additional safety instructions

and your responsibilities ..... 3

Operating Instructions

Starting your dryer ............ 4

The automatic cycles ......... 6

Timed drying ................ 7

Using fluffair ................ 7

Using TUMBLE PRESS ® ...... 7

Using damp dry .............. 8

End-of-cycle signal ........... 8

Lint signal ................... 8

Additional Dryer Features

Electronic DRY-MISER ®control 9

Gentle heat system ........... 9

FINISH GUARD ®setting ...... 9

Caring For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen ....... 10

Cleaning the dryer interior ..... 10

Lint removal ................. 11

If You Need Service Or

Assistance ................... 12

Whirlpool Automatic

Dryer Warranty ............... 16

© 1990 Whirlpool Corporation

If your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier

to remove before the dryer is used.
Toremove any remaining glue:

• Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.

or

• Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-
ing 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 page 3.

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.

• Copy model and serial numbers from
plate (on the frame behind the door)

and purchase date from sales slip.

• 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

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don't touch electrical
switches.

3. Extinguish any open

flame.

4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire

hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions

• 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 contain-
ing these materials.

• NEVER allow childrentooperate,

play withor crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is

necessary when the dryer is used
near children.

• DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.

• When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment.

• DO NOT install or store dryer

where it will be exposed to the

weather.

• DO NOT tamper with the controls.

• You are responsible for making

sure that your dryer is installed,
repaired and parts replaced by a
qualified person.

• Use only fabric softeners specifi-
cally labeled as not being harmful
tothe dryer.

• FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can resultfrom:

- drying rubber,rubber-like and
heat sensitive materials with heat.

- allowing lintbuild-up inside the

dryer or exhaust system. Clean-
ing should be done periodically
by a qualified person.

• Clean lint screen before or after
each load.

• DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.

• Dryer must be electrically
grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.

-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

• 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 inplace.

- the lintscreen isloose, damaged

or missing.

• ALWAYS shut offthe gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you have
a gas dryer.

• ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power before
attempting to service the dryer. Shut

off GAS VALVE if youhave a gas dryer.

• 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 ina well ventilated room.*

- is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7.2°C).

- is connected to the proper outlet
and electrical supply.*

- is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.*

- is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*

- 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.

OperatingInstructions

The drawings in this book may vary slightlyfrom your dryer model. They are

designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.

Startingyourdryer

Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting it.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE

Cottons and linens

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT - Towels, jeans,
corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT- Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton, underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT - Batistes, organdies,
lingerie

AUTOMATIC REGULAR

HEAVY HIGH

Permanent press, synthetics
and blends

HEAVYWEIGHT - Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats

MEDIUMWEIGHT - Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT- Lingerie, blouses,
dresses

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT PRESS

PERM'T PRESS

MED

MEDIUM LOW

PERM'T PRESS

MED

MEDIUM LOW

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

Knits

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts

LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses

Delicate fabrics

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze,
lace, etc.

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT PRESS

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT PRESS

PERM'T PRESS

MED

MEDIUM LOW

EX LOW

Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON

FLUFF AIR

DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.

4

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle
Control Knob either way to point to
the cycle and setting you want. See
pages 6-8 for further cycle
information.

2. Set the Temperature Selector on
or between any desired temperature

settings.

3. Push the Start Button to start
the dryer.

4. To stop and restart the dryer:

• Open the door or turn the Cycle Con-
trol Knob to OFF to stop the dryer.

• Close the door, select a cycle (if nec-
essary) and push the Start Button to
restart the dryer.

The Cycle Control Knob should point

to an OFF area when the dryer is not in
use. If the dryer is stopped before the
cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control

Knob to an OFF area.