Whirlpool LG6686XP, LE6685XP User Manual

&ti SERIES

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6685XP
and
Gas Model

LG6686XP

Dwave Ovens. Trash Compaclors. Room AM Condltloners, Oehumldlflers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrlgeralor-Freeze

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

\ \--,-LAUNDRY

INFORMATION CENTER

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MODEL

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AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE

DRYER DRUM

Remove the Con­sumer Buy Guide la­bel before using
your dryer. It will be
easier to remove.

Wipe out
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.

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

2. Purchase date from sales slip
Copy this information rn these spaces

Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip
and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor­mation Center on the back of the dryer

console

There is no warranty regrstratron to return Proof-of-purchase is all

that is required for in-warranty service.

Complete Model Number

Complete Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company and
Telephone Number

the

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES..
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.
SAFETY FIRST.
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying

DRYING TIPS. :.

FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Drying Times
Mixed Loads
End-of-Cycle Signal

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i CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior
Vacation Care

Changing the Drum Light
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE...............

I. Before Calling far

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

,hat can support the weight.

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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 jobs 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

complete information

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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.

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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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SUg%f;ED SUGGESTED

TYPE OF LOAD

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys. work clothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play

clothes, sheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouses, dresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blends, T-shirtsslacks. shirts

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester.

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT
Gauze,lace,etc. PRESS

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR

AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTOMATIC

TIMED

DRYING

20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.

40-50 MINS.

15-20 MINS.

TEMPERATURE

HEAVY

HIGH

PERM’T PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

PERM’T PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

FLUFF

AIR

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Select a

I. CYCLE

Set TEMPERATURE

2.

SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and seftlng you
want See page 6 for InformatIon on
the cycles

Push the

3. ST.ART Button

The dryer WIII start tumbling when
you push the START Button

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

Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature

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, II necessary, and pus1
START

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