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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 with or 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.
-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-
• You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer is installed,
repaired and parts replaced by a
qualified person.
• Use onlyfabric 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 lint build-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.
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 in place.
- the lintscreen isloose, damaged
or missing.
• ALWAYS shut off the 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 you have 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.
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
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
LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze,
lace, etc.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
AUTOMATIC REGULAR
HEAVY HIGH
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
PERM'T PRESS
MED
MEDIUM LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
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.