Whirlpool LE9200XW, LG93UIXT, LE9300XT, LG92UlXW User Manual

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Cycle 5ontrol knob
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Temperature selector
Care
Guide
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(models LE9200XW,
Drying rack
LG92OlXW)
LARGECAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS
LE9200XW LE9300XT
LG92UlXW LG93UIXT
Contents
Important Safety Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer The automatic cycles Timed drying Using fluff air End-of-cycle signal
Additional Dryer Features
Using the drying rack
Gentle heat system
Caring For Your Dryer
Cleaning the lint screen Cleaning the dryer interior
Lint removal If You Need Service Or Assistance. Whirlpool Automatic Dryer Warranty.
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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 if you need service or call with a question.
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Copy model and serial numbers 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
the sales slip together in a handy
place.
Model
Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
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. or
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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.
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Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical switches.
3. ;Fceguish 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 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.
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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 contain-
ing 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 -
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 specifi­tally 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).
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing (i.e. door latch).
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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 gas 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 on a floor that can support the weigh1 in a well ventilated room.’
- is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (7.2”C)
- is connected to the proper outlet and electrical supply.’
- is properly connected to fuel and exhaust systems.’
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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 lnstallatron Instructions for
complete information.

Operating Instructions

The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your dryer model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.

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 il.
TYPE OF LOAD Cottons and linens
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress
pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT - Towels, jeans,
corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Sheets, pillowcases,
collon. underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT- Batlstes, organdles, lingerie
Permanent press, synthetics
and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work clothes, jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT - Shlrls, play clothes.
sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT - Lingerie. blouses,
dresses
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cot(ons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetic (polyester, acrylic. etc.) and blends, linaerie. blobses, dresses
Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze,
lace. elc.
SUGGESTED
CYCLE
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT PRESS
SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
HEAVY HIGH
PERM’T PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
PERM’T PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
PERM’T PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
KNITS GENTLE
Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON
FLUFF AIR
20 minutes 20 minutes 20 minutes
1520 minutes
(No temperature
needs lo be
selected.
Cycle is
unheated.)
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage
some fabrics.
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1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle Control Knob either way. Stop when the indicator on the knob’s outer ring
points to the cycle and/or setting you
want. See pages 6-7 for further cycle
information.
2. Press a temperature selection which matches the type of fabric being dried. The red indicator will appear over the temperature selec­tion you have chosen.
3. Push the Start Button to start the dryer.
4. To stop and restart the dryer:
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Open the door or turn the Cycle Con­lrol Knob to OFF to stop the dryer.
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Close the door, select a cycle (if nec­essary) and push the Start Button to restart the dryer.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.
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