Whirlpool LE781OXP User Manual
AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE781OXP
and
Gas Model
LG7811 XP
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION CENTER
Ir
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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
(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 Information Center on the back of the dryer
console.
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
LOADING DOOR
Numbers
Complete Model Number
Complete Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company and
Telephone Number
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.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETYFIRST
SELECTING A CYCLE
AND STARTING YOUR DRYER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Automatic Cycles
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting
FINISH GUARD@ Setting
Gentle Heat
Drying Times
Mixed Loads
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End-of-Cycle Signal
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Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
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Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
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ASSISTANCE
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance.
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3. If You Need Service
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4. If You Have a Problem
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Your
Respodbilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
impOt?ant
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.
use
and
safety information.
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is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (7.2%).
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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 SAMY
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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DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
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Selecting a cycle
and starting
your dryer
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly (see your”Dryer Guide”).
Be sure the door is tightly closed.
SlWEi’ED SUWHSTED
TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS; LINBNS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads,quilts. . .
HEAWWEI6HT FAliRlCS - 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
MEDlUMWElGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
ciothes,sheets, slacks . . . . . . . .
LIGHTWEIGliT FABRICS - Lingerie,
biouses,dresses
KNITS
HEAWWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blend&T-shirts,slacks,shirts . .
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
LIGHTWEIGNT 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
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AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANE’NT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
TEWERATURE
HEAW
HlGH
PERMIT PRESS
MED
LOW
MED
MED LOW
MED LOW
KNlTS GENTLE
EXLOW
FLUFF
AIR
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