Whirlpool LE6805XP User Manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS

Electric Model
LE6805XP

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owave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condllloners, Oehumldtliers, Aulomatlc Washers, Ciothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrlgeralor-Freezers

and
Gas Model
LG6806XP

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL

KNOB , INFORMATION CENTER

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

console.

There IS no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for in-warranty service.

LAUNDRY

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

LOADING DOOR

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.

Complete Model Number

Complete Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company and
Telephone Number

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES ........ 2

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. ..... 3

SAFETY FIRST.
SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER. ...... 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6

The 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

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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL

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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior.

Vacation Care.
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
that 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 ex-

pected of home clothes dryers.

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is not run where there may be explo-

sive 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

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

APPLIANCE.

SlJgW;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

clothessheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouse&dresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blousesdresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)

Gauze,lace,etc. . . .._____.__.____._....

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED
FABRICS DRYING

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

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

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE.‘&iiii’bi~i&i’

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AUTOMATIC PRESS

REGULAR

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

20-30 MINS. FLUFF
20-30 MINS.

40-50 MINS.

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15-20 MINS.

TEMPERATURE

PERMIT

HEAVY

HIGH

PERMIT

PRESS

HEAVY

HIGH

PERM’T PRESS

HEAVY HIGH

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

KNIT:zfNTLE

AIR