Whirlpool LE6880XS User Manual
AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE6880XS
and
Gas Model
LG6881XS
Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condllloners. Oehumidlfiers Aulomatlc Washers Clothes Dryers. Freezers Refrlgeralor-
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
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TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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-
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” ’ ’ NUMBER PLATE
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START BU’ITON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
MODEL
AND SERIAL
ping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
1. Complete
(from the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces.
KeeD this book in the Laundrv Information
Ce&er with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warrantv.
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Model and Serial Numbers
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS. . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Automatic Cycles.. .
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS .
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESSa Setting
Electronic DRY-MISER@
Control .
Gentle Heat..
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Drying Times .
Mixed Loads
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End-of-Cycle Signal
Lint Signal
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LINT SCREEN .
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LINT REMOVAL.. .
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CARING FOR YOUR DRYER..
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Cleaning Dryer Interior.. .
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Vacation Care . . .
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
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ASSISTANCE .
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
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WARRANTY .
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if...
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it is not working right (Le. noisy, too hot].
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it is damaged.
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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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. FatEeguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leaving on vacation.
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.
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is located in an area where the tempera-
ture is above 45°F (7.2”C).
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is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
. is properly connected lo fuel and ex-
haust’systems.’
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is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
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is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
. is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
*See “Installation Instructions” for com-
plete information.
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TYPE OF LOAD
COlTONS - 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, 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-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,
stuffed toys . . . . .
PLASTIC
- Shower curtains,
tablecloths. . .
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS . . .
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEER NYLON
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
HEAVY
HIGH
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
PERMIT PRESS
MED
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
PERM’T PRESS
MED
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
MED LOW
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
FLUFF
AIR
Ex LOW
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