Whirlpool LE8600XW, LG860WV User Manual
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LARGECAPACITY
AUTOMATICDRYERS
LE8600xw LG86owv
Contents
Important Safety
Instructions. . . . .
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
The automatic cycles
Timed drying
Using fluff air . .
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen . .
Cleaning the dryer interior
Lint removal
If You Need Service Or
Assistance. .
Whirlpool Automatic
Dryer Warranty.
01990 Whirlpool Corporation
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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
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appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
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with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
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if you need service or call with a
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question.
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Copy model and serial numbers
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from plate (on the frame behind the
door) and purchase date from sales
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slip.
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Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and
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the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model Number
If your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used.
To remove any remaining glue:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
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Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue
as described above.
Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or
abrasive cleaners. These can damage
the finish. See “Important Safety
Instructions” on page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:’
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. kFeguish any open
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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 appliance. The
fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
injury to persons when using your dryer, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
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Read all instructions before
using the dryer.
. NEVER dry items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline or flammable
fluids in the dryer. The fumes can
create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand
launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
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NEVER allow children to operate,
play with or crawl inside the dryer.
Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used
near children.
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DO NOT reach into a dryer if the
drum is moving.
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When discarding an old dryer,
ALWAYS remove the door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
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DO NOT install or store dryer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
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DO NOT tamper with the controls.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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You are responsible for making sure that your dryer is installed, repaired and has parts
replaced by a qualified person.
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Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled as not being harmful
to the dryer.
. FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and
heat sensitive materials with heat.
-allowing lint build-up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should be done periodically
by a qualified person.
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Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
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DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc. pile up around or
under the dryer.
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Dryer must be electrically
grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
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NEVER operate the dryer if:
- it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot). on a floor that can support the
- it is damaged. weight in a well ventilated room.’
-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
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ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation if you have
a qas dryer.
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ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power before
attempting to service the dryer. Shut
off GAS VALVE if you have a gas dryer.
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You are responsible for making
sure that your dryer:
-is properly maintained.
- is properly installed and leveled
- is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7.2%).
- is connected to the proper outlet
and electrical supply.*
- is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems.’
-is not installed against drapes or
curtains.’
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
- is not used by anyone unable to
operate it properly.
*See the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
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Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer
Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading
and control setting information before starting it.
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD
Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans,
corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton, underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT - Batistes, organdies,
lingerie
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work clothes, jackets,
raincoats PERMANENT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT- Shirts, play clothes,
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT - Lingerie, blouses,
dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetic (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,
blouses, dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains
(2 or 3 panels), gauze, AUTOMATIC
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
HEAVY HIGH
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS GENTLE
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, 15-20 MINS
SHEER NYLON
TIMED DRYING
20-30
MIN.?.
20-30
MIN.?.
40-50
MINS.
FLUFF AIR
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.
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