Whirlpool LG5701XS User Manual
AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5700XS
and
Gas Model
LG5701XS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
sumer Buy Guide label
before using your
dryer. It will be easier
to remove.
drum with a damp
cloth to remove dust
from storing or ship-
ping.
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 Numbers
(from the plate located as shown].
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty
Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card
furnished with this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company
Telephone Number
Remove the Con-
Wipe out the dryer
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
Dryer Cycles and Settings
Cool Down Times
DRYING TIPS
FLUFF AIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting
2
Paae
-9-
2
Mixed Loads..
Drying Times
LINT SCREEN
3
4
LINT REMOVAL..
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY
01987 Whirlpool Corporation
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
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it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot].
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it is damaged.
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parts are missing (i.e. door latch) turn off electrical power before attempting
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all panels are not in place.
. the lint screen is loose, damaaed or
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. Fatttuish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and
liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
ing on vacation.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
yours is a gas dryer.
You are personally responsible for making
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 temperature is above 45 F (7.2 C].
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is connected to the proper outlet and
electrical supply.’
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is properly connected to fuel and exhaust 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.
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is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
*See LLlnstallation Instructions” for com-
plete information.
appliance.
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TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAW - 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,
stuffedtoys . . . . . . . . . . . .
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths............................
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERM’T PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERM’T PRESS
40-50 MINS. HEA,,Y HIGH
30-40 MINS.
y;-&T;tf,;S KNITS GENTLE
15-20 MINS.
PERM’T PRESS
20-30 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.
TEMPERATURE
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT PRESS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
LOW
FLUFF
AIR
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