Whirlpool LE6100XS, LG6101XS Use & Care Manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE61OOXS
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Gas Model

LG6101XS

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Air Condrtioners. Dehumidrfiers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges,

Parts and features

ATION CENTER

START BUTTON

LINT SCREEN

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-LOADING DOOR

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Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

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Remove the Con-

sumer 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.

DRYER DRUM

MODEL

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready:

1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
(from plate located as shown).

2. Purchase date from the 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.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

’ Contents

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES

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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES ....... 3

SAFETY FIRST .................. 3

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER ........ 4

The Automatic Cycles ....... 6

Timed Drying ................ 6

DRYING TIPS ................... 7

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting ....... 7

Damp Dry Setting ........... 7

Mixed Loads ................ 8

Drying Times ................ 8

End-of-Cycle Signal ......... 8

Lint Signal ................... 8

Page

LINT SCREEN . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . 9

LINT REMOVAL , , , . . . . , . . . . . . . . . 9

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER . . . . . 10

Cleaning Dryer Interior . . . . . . 10

Vacation Care , . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Changing the Drum Light . . . . 11

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1. Before Calling for

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

2. If You Need Assistance . . . . 12

3. If You Need Service . . . . . . . 13

4. If You Have a Problem . . . . . 13

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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 (7.2C).

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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 system:’

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is not run where there may be explosive
fumes.

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is not used by children or anyone un­able to operate it properly.

*See the “Installation Instructions” for com­plete information.

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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.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY.

DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAM­MABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR

ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

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Selecting a cycle
and starting

your dryer

Before starting your dryer, be sure
laundry is sorted and loaded properly
(see your “Dryer Guide”). Be sure the
door is tightly closed.

TYPE OF LOAD

SUGGESTED CYCLE

COllONS - 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

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Work clothes, jackets,

raincoats..........................................

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play clothes,

sheets, slacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS-Lingerie, blouses, dresses . . . . .

PERMANENT PRESS

KNITS

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

slacks, shirts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetic (polyester, acrylic, etc.)

and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LIGHTWEIGHT & DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels) . . . . , . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . .

Gauze,lace,etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KNITS

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras, stuffed toys

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PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths

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RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

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OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON .................

LINE DRY

(See page 12 of

the Dryer Guide.)

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Select a

Push the

2. START Button

Turn the Control Knob either way to point
to the cycle and setting you want. See
page 6 for information on the cycles.

The dryer will start tumbling when you

push the START Button.

Gentle Heat

The dryer automatically reduces the
heat setting in PERM’T PRESS and TIMED
DRYING cycles.The last 7 minutes of each
of these cycles gradually reduces the
dryer temperature to a lower heat setting.
This helps prevent over drying.

To stop and restart the dryer

To stop the dryer, open the door (or turn
the Control Knob to OFF.

To restart the dryer, close the door, select
cycle, if necessary, and push START.

The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

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