Whirlpool LG6801XS, LE6800XS User Manual

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model
LE6800XS
and
Gas Model
LG6801XS

Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Condltloners. Dehomldrfrers. Automatic Washers, Clolhes Dryers, Freezers. Refrlgeralor-

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUllON

LINT SCREEN

DRYER DRUM

MODEL

AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE

DOOR

Copryour 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 in these spaces.

Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty

Please complete and mail the Owner
Reglstratlon Card furnished with this ~~$B,~$~,$~r
product.

Mode, Number

Seria’ Number
Purchase Uate

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 ship-

ping.

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Selecting a Cycle and

Starting Your Dryer
Automatic Cycles .
limed Drying

DRYING TIPS

FLUFF AIR Setting .
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting
Automatic DRY-MISER@)

Control .

Gentle Heat. . . . 7

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Drying Times

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Mixed Loads .
End-of-Cycle Signal . .

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Lint Signal

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LINT SCREEN .

LINT REMOVAL. . . . .

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER..

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Cleaning Dryer Interior.

Vacation Care . . . .

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE . . . . .

WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY .

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Addifional Safety lnsf~~cfions and Your ResponsibMfies

ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before
leaving on vacation.

NEVER use or store flammable fluids
(dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline, ker­osene) in or near your dryer. These sub­stances give off vapors that can create
a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.

NEVER operate the dryer if...

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it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot).

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it is damaaed.

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parts are missing (i.e. door latch).

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all panels are not in place.

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the lint screen is loose, damaged or
missing.

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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.

ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord
or turn off electrical power before at­tempting to service the dryer. Shut off
GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer.

You are personally responsible for
maklng sure that your dryer...

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is properly maintained.

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is properly installed and leveled in a
well ventilated room’ on a floor that
can support the weight.

. is located in an area where the tem-

perature is above 45°F (7.2%).

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is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’

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is properly connected to fuel and ex­haust systems.*

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is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*

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is used only for jobs normally ex­petted of home clothes dryers.

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is not used by children or anyone un-

able to operate it properly.

*See “lnstallatlon Inrtructlons” for

complete Informatlon.

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TYPE OF LOAD

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads,

mattress pads, quilts . . . . . . , . . . . .

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys, work clothes . . . .

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

Sheets, plllowcases, cotton

underwear,dlapers . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHElICS
ANDBLENDS -

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes.

jackets, ralncoats . . . . . . . , . . . . . .: . . . .

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirk, play

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

LIGHTWElGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouses,dresses.......................

KNITS

HEAWWElGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie,

blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) . . . . . . . .

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

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stulted toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths. . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS .

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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

HEAVY

HIGH

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR

PERM’I PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
PERMANENT

PRESS

MED

MED LOW

AUTOMATIC

MED LOW

PERMANENT

PRESS

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT

Ex LOW

PRESS

FLUFF

AIR

Ex LOW