Whirlpool LG9381XT, LE9380XT User Manual

Cycle control knob

Temperature selector

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Model and serial

SUPERCAPACITY

AUTOMATICDRYERS

LE9380XTLG9381XT

Contents

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Important Safety Instructions..

Additional safety instructions and

your responsibilities ......................

Operating Instructions

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

The automatic cycles .....................

TIMED DRYING ............................

Using FLUFF AIR.. ........................

Using TUMBLE PRESS’. ..............

Additional Dryer Features

Gentle Heat system .......................

End-of-cycle signal.. ......................

Caring For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen.. ................

Cleaning the dryer interior..

Lint removal
If You Need Service Or

Assistance ......................................

Whirlpool Automatic Dryer

Warranty .........................................

0 1991 Whirlpool Corporation

if your dryer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. lt will be easier
to remove before the dryer is used. To
remove any remaining glue:

. 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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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product. Then complete the

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form below. Have this information ready
if you need service or call with a

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question.

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Copy model and serial numbers from
plate (on the frame behind the door)
and purchase date from sales 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

Service Company Phone Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.

3. Extinguish any open
flame.

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
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.

. 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.

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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.

- SAVE THESE 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).

-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 weight in a
well ventilated room.*

-is located in an area where the
temperature is above 45°F (7°C).

- 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.

Operating Instructions

Starting your dryer

Be sure
and control setting information before starting your dryer.

TYPE OF LOAD
Cottons and linens

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattress

pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans, corduroys,

work dothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Sheets, pillowcases.

cotton, underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT-Batistes. organdies,

lingerie
Permanent press, synthetics

and blends
HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes, jackets.

raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT-Shiw, play clothes,

sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie. blouses, dresses

Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends,

T-shirts, slacks, shirts

MEDlUMWElGHTSynthetic (polyester,

acrylic, etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters
LIGHTWEIGHT-Synthetic (polyester,

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses,
dresses

to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading

SUGGESTED

CYCLE

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT PRESS

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT PRESS

SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

HEAVY HIGH

HEAVY HIGH

PERM’T PRESS

KNITS GENTLE

PERM’T PRESS

PERM’T PRESS

EX LOW

PERM’T PRESS

KNITS GENTLE

KNITS GENTLE

Delicate fabrics
Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels)

gauze, lace, etc.

Rubber, plastic,
heat-sensitive fabrics

FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys
PLASTIGShower curtains, tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,
SHEER NYLON

AUTOMATIC EX LOW

PERMANENT PRESS

FLUFF AIR

20 minutes
20 minutes

20 minutes

15-20 minutes

(No temperature

needs to be

selected.

Cyde 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
setting you want. See pages 6-6 for
further cycle information.

Press a temperature selection

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which matches the type of fabric
being dried. The indicator will
appear over the temperature
selection you have chosen.

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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
Control Knob to OFF to stop the
dryer.

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Close the door, select a cycle (if
necessary) and push the Stat-t
Button to restart the dryer.

The Cycle Control Knob should point
to an OFF area when the dryer is not

in use. ff the dryer is stopped before
the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area.

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