Whirlpool LE6680XP, LG6681XP Use & Care Manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6660XP
and
Gas Model

LG6661XP

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Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

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TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

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INFORMATION CENTER

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LINT SCREEN

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.

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready:

Complete Model Number

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

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Complete Sertal Number

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip

Purchase Date

and “Dryer Guide” in the laundry Infor-

mation Center on the back of the dryer

Serwce Company and

console.

Telephone Number

There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase IS all

that is required for in-warranty service.

Contents

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES.. . . . . . 2

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES . 3
SAFETY FIRST . . . 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER. 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 6

Automatic Cycles . . . . 6

Timed Drying 6

DRYING TIPS . . 7

FLUFF AIR Setting . . 7
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting 7
Drying Times . 8

Mixed Loads . . . . . . . . 8

End-of-Cycle Signal 8

LINT SCREEN.
LINT REMOVAL.
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Vacation Care

Changing the Drum Light
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

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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 fobs normally ex­pected of home clothes dryers.

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is not run where there may beexplo­sive fumes.

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

‘See the “Installation Instructions” for

that can

support the weight.

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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. ;;T&dFUlSH ANY OPEN

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

9 FOR YOUR SAFETY.

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

TYPE OF LOAD
COllONS - LINENS

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE

TEMPERATURE

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress pads, quilts.

HEAVY

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels.

HIGH

jeans, corduroys, work clothes

AUTOMATIC

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

REGULAR

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

PERM’T PRESS

underwear, diapers

MED

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS

jackets. raincoats

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PERMANENT

MED

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play

PRESS

clothes, sheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

KNITS GENTLE

blouses, dresses ,

LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

AUTOMATIC

PERMIT PRESS

blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts

PERMANENT

MED

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,

PRESS

KNITS GENTLE

blouses, dresses

LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]

;;;;F;$ KNITS GENTLE

Gauze,lace,etc.

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PRESS

LOW

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

TIMED

FABRICS

DRYING

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths .._.._.. _.._ .._ .

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON

20-30 MINS.

FLUFF

AIR
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MtNS.

15-20 MINS.

Select a

1. CYCLE

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.

Push the

3. START Button

The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.

The Cycle Contl

,ol Knob should poinl

Set TEMPERATURE

2.

SELECTOR

Turn

the Temoerature

Selector tn +ha

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.