Whirlpool LEQ8000HQ0 User Manual

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Easy-To-Use Electric and

Gas Dryers

A Note to You......................2

Dryer Safety ........................3

Parts and Features ............5

Checking Your Vent ............6

Using Your Dryer ................8

Starting your dryer............8

Loading ............................9

Selecting a cycle and

temperature setting..........9

Cycle descriptions ........10

Fluff Air cycle ................11

Using the optional

drying rack ....................12

Caring for Your Dryer ........13

Troubleshooting ................15

Assistance or Service........17

Warranty ............................20

In the U.S.A. for assistance or service,

call the Consumer Assistance Center:

1-800-253-1301

In Canada for assistance or service,

see page 18.

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A NOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL*appliance.

The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to make your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.

Also, complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model’s information.

Whenever you call to request service for your appliance, you need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label (see the diagram on the “Parts and Features” page for the location of the label).

Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer’s name, address, and telephone number..

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number ______________________________ Serial Number________________________________ Purchase Date ______________________________ Dealer Name ________________________________ Dealer Address ______________________________ Dealer Phone ________________________________

1-800-253-1301

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free.

In Canada, for assistance or service, see the “Assistance or Service” section.

To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized servicer, to

purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at

www.whirlpool.com

In Canada, visit our Web site at www.whirlpool.com/canada

DRYER SAFETY

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING”. These words mean:

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All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.

– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

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Do not try to light any appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

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Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency

or the gas supplier.

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DRYER SAFETY

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the

dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

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Read all instructions before using

the dryer.

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Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

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Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

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Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children.

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Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

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Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

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Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

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Do not tamper with controls.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

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Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

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Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubberlike materials.

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Clean lint screen before or after each load.

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Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.

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The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

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See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements.

Off On

Cycle SignalCycle Signal

Push to Startush to Start

Cool Down

Off

Fluff AirFluff Air

Timed DryingTimed Drying

Electronic

Sensor

Dry

End of Cycle SignalEnd of Cycle Signal

Interior Light Interior Light

5 Cycle • 4 Temperature Cycle Logic5 Cycle • 4 Temperature Cycle Logic

Laundry System

Tumble

Press Damp

Dry

Very Dry

Less Dry

HEAVY

NORMAL

WRINKLE RESIST

QUICK DRY

DELICATE

Delicate

Knits / LingerieKnits / Lingerie

Quick Dry

Wrinkle Resist / P. PressWrinkle Resist / P. Press

NormalNormal

HeavyHeavy

High

1 to 2 Items

Shirts / BlousesShirts / Blouses

Cotton / SheetsCotton / Sheets

Towels / Work ClothesTowels / Work Clothes

Medium

Low

Fabric / Temp

Off On

Finish GuardFinish Guard

PARTS AND FEATURES

CONTROL PANEL

Start button/Cycle

signal selector

(p. 8, 9)

Lint screen

(p. 13)

Cycle control knob

(pp. 8-10)

Model and serial number label

(p. 2)

Dryer drum

(p. 14)

Wide-opening

door

Exhaust grill

(p. 15)

Fabric/Temp. selector

(pp. 8-10)

FINISH GUARD* selector

(p. 8)

Other features not shown:

Drying rack (available as an option) (p. 12)

Drum light

(p. 14)

CHECKING YOUR VENT

If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be covered under the warranty.

NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for by the customer, whether it was a paid installation or self-installed. For paid installation, call the company that installed the vent for adjustment.

1. Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent.

Use 4 in (10.16 cm) heavy metal or flexible metal vent. Do not kink or crush flexible metal vent. It must be completely extended to allow adequate exhaust air to flow. Check vent after installation. Refer to your Installation Instructions for proper

length requirements of vent.

3. The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left,

right, or straight out the back of the dryer. Space requirements are listed in your Installation Instructions.

2. Use a 4 in (10.16 cm) exhaust hood. Smaller

hoods increase drying times.

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Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death or fire.

Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Install your dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45ºF (7ºC). Also make sure that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your installation Instructions for more information.

4 in

(10.16 cm)

4 in

(10.16 cm)

4 in

(10.16 cm)

CHECKING YOUR VENT

VENTING (CONT.)

6. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use,

but at least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new location.

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Disconnect vent from the dryer and clean one section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood.

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Use the hose attachment on your vacuum, or a pole or wire with a

feather duster or rag attached, to clean out lint.

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Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent moves freely.

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When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check.

4. Use the straightest path possible when routing

the exhaust vent. Use the fewest number of elbows and turns. Allow room when using elbows or making turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

5. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use

screws to secure vent. Lint may catch on screws.

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Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any

type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic

must be dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Your dryer has a

FINISH GUARD* selector that you can set On or Off. The FINISH GUARD feature protects your clothes from wrinkling when you do not remove them from the dryer as soon as it stops.

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The FINISH GUARD feature tumbles the load without heat every few minutes up to 45 minutes.

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A signal sounds every few minutes when FINISH GUARD is running. The signal and cycle stop when you open the dryer door.

5. (OPTIONAL STEP) The Cycle Signal (end of cycle

signal) selector is part of the Start button. Set the Cycle Signal selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a signal when a cycle is finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.

3. Turn the Cycle Control knob to the cycle that

corresponds with the one you chose on the Fabric/Temp. selector.

USING YOUR DRYER

STARTING YOUR DRYER

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the

door. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

2. Turn the Fabric/Temp. selector to the recom-

mended setting for the fabric being dried. (See the “Cycle description” section.)

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Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

USING YOUR DRYER

STARTING YOUR DRYER (CONT.)

Stopping and restarting your dryer

You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.

To stop your dryer:

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to Off.

NOTE: The Cycle Control knob should point to an Off area when the dryer is not in use.

To restart your dryer:

Close the door, select a new cycle and temperature (if desired), and push the Start button.

SELECTING A CYCLE AND TEMPERATURE SETTING

The following pages describe the drying cycles on your dryer. The descriptions include suggested temperature settings and drying times for various loads.

Cycle and temperature tips

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Make sure you have selected the correct cycle and temperature for your load.

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Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic, delicate, and heat-sensitive fabrics (see the “Fluff Air cycle” section).

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The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load cooler to handle.

Drying tips

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Always follow care label directions when they are available.

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Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer safe and follow package instructions carefully.

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Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent press, knits, and synthetic fabrics.

NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a cycle ends.

Loading suggestions

The chart below provides some guidelines on various types of drying loads. Load clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

Heavy Work Clothes

3 pair pants 3 shirts 4 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 overall

Towels

10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Mixed Load

3 double sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T-shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs

Delicates

3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby’s dress

6. Push the Start button.

USING YOUR DRYER

Quick Dry

Wrinkle Resist / P. Press

Normal

Heavy

High

1 to 2 Items

Shirts / Blouses

Cotton / Sheets

Towels / Work Clothes

Medium

Low

Fabric / Temp

Your easy-to-use dryer has a color-coordinated Cycle Control knob and Fabric/Temp. selector.

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When using the Automatic cycles, simply choose the setting on the Cycle Control knob that corresponds with the one you choose on the Fabric/Temp. selector.

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When using Timed Drying, choose High, Medium, or Low heat with the Fabric/Temp. selector.

NOTE: Dry most loads using the Automatic cycles.

Automatic cycle(s)

Your dryer has five Automatic cycles (Heavy, Normal, Wrinkle Resist, Quick Dry, and Delicates) and three corresponding temperature selections.

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All of the Automatic cycles use ACCUDRY* electronic sensor control that senses the amount of moisture in the load. The Automatic cycle(s) shuts off when the selected dryness is reached.

– If the load is drier than you like, select a setting

closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a similar load.

– If the load is not as dry as you like, complete

drying using the Timed Dry cycle. Select a setting closer to Very Dry the next time you dry a similar load.

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The Cycle Control knob will not move until the load is almost dry. After the cool-down and the FINISH GUARD* portion of the cycle (if selected), the Cycle Control knob automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling stops.

Timed Drying cycle

Use the Timed Drying cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after Automatic drying. Timed Drying is also useful for:

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Heavyweight and bulky items, such as bedspreads and work clothes, and large loads that require a long drying time. Set the Fabric/Temp. selector to High, and the Cycle Control knob for 50 to 70 minutes.

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Lightweight items, such as lingerie, blouses, and knits that require a short drying time. Set the Fabric/Temp. selector to Low, and the Cycle Control knob for 20 to 30 minutes.

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The Timed Drying cycle also includes a Damp Dry feature to dry items to a damp level or to dry items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Examples are heavy cottons, such as jeans, which you do not want to become stiff, or cotton clothes that are easier to press when damp. Set the Fabric/Temp. selector to High and the Cycle Control knob to Damp Dry.

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The Timed Drying cycle also includes the TUMBLE PRESS* feature, that removes wrinkles from clothes that have been packed in a suitcase or closet, or from items not removed from the dryer at the end of a cycle. As soon as the dryer stops, fold or put the items on hangers. Set the Fabric/Temp. selector to Medium and the Cycle Control knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

Fluff Air cycle

Use the unheated Fluff Air cycle for items that require drying without heat, as described on the next page.

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G U

CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS

FLUFF AIR CYCLE

The chart below includes examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle, or place the items on a line or rack to air dry.

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS

Foam Rubber – Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys

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Make sure coverings are securely stitched.

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Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the Fluff Air cycle.

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Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows

take a long time to dry. Plastic – Shower curtains, tablecloths Rubber-backed rugs Olefin, Polypropylene, Sheer nylon

20 to 30

20 to 30 40 to 50 10 to 20

FLUFF AIR CYCLE

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(minutes)

TYPE OF LOAD

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Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.

USING YOUR DRYER

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Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

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Always follow care label directions when they are available.

4. Select the Timed Drying cycle and temperature,

or the Fluff Air cycle.

USING THE OPTIONAL DRYING RACK

To order a drying rack, call 1-800-253-1301 or your nearest designated service center (see “Assistance or Service”).

The drying rack lets you dry items without tumbling them. The rack does not move, but the drum turns.

1. Fit rear legs of the rack into spaces in the back

wall of the dryer. Lower the front so the legs rest on the dryer opening.

5. Push the Start Button.

NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal tumbling. Automatic cycles do not work with the drying rack.

TIME

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(minutes)

30 to 40

RACK DRY

Wool sweaters

(Block to shape and lay flat on the rack)

Stuffed toys or pillows

(Cotton or polyester fiber filled)

Stuffed toys or pillows

(Foam rubber filled)

Sneakers or canvas shoes

CYCLE

Timed Drying

Fluff Air

TEMPERA TURE

Low

None; cycle is unheated.

3. Close the door.

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Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.

2. Put wet items on top of the rack.

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Leave space between the items so air can reach all surfaces.

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See chart below for suggested cycles and settings for items that might best be rack dried. Drying time will depend on amount of moisture items hold.

NOTE: Make sure nothing hangs over the edge of the rack.

USING YOUR DRYER

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