Whirlpool LTE5243DQ3, LTE5243DQ5, LTE5243DT5, LTE6234DQ0, LTE6234DQ2 Owner’s Manual

WASHER/DRYERUSERINSTRUCTIONS

TableofContents

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................. 1

WASHER/DRYER SAFETY .............................. 1

WASHER USE ................................................... 3

DRYER USE ...................................................... 5

WASHER/DRYER CARE .................................. 6

WASHER TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 8

DRYER TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 10

WARRANTY .................................................... 12

AssistanceorService

If you need assistance or service, first see the "Troubleshooting"
section. Additional help is available by calling our Customer

Interaction Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the
U.S.A., or write:

Whirlpool Corporation

Customer Interaction Center

553 Benson Road

Benton Harbor, M149022-2692

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

To order parts and accessories, call 1-800-442-9991 or visit our

website at www.whirlpool.com.
Keep this book and your sales slip together for future

reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation
date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help
you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need

to know your complete model number and serial number. You can
find this information on the model and serial number label, located
at the top inside dryer door well.

Dealer name
Serial number

Address
Phone number

Model number
Purchase date

WASHER/DRYERSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

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

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

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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:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

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

• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• 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.

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

WARNmNG:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer/dryer, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

m Read alI instructions before using the washer/dryer.
m Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.

Htemscontaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a

chemicat reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

m Do not wash or 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.

m Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other

flammable, or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.

m Do not allow children to play on or in the washer/dryer=

Close supervision of children is necessary when the
washer/dryer is used near children.

m Before the washer/dryer is removed from service or

discarded, remove the doors to the washer/dryer
compartments.

m Do not reach into the washer/dryer if the tub, agitator or

drum is moving.

m Do not install or store the washer/dryer where it will be

exposed to the weather.

m Do not tamper with controls.
m Clean dryer lint screen before or after each load.

SAVETHESEiNSTRUCTiONS

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced
in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks
or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water

system has not been used for such a period, before using
the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let

the water flow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
this time.

Do not repair or replace any part of the washer/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.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static

unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.

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

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

The interior of the machine and dryer exhaust vent should

be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
See "Electrical Requirements" section for grounding

instructions.

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. See the Installation Instructions for more

information.

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent,
Do not use a pmasticvent,

Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or fire.

If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be product check.
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.

1. Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4 in. (10.2 cm)
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.

2. Use a 4 in. (10,2 cm) exhaust hood,

3. Use the straightest path possible when routing the vent,

4. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent

to secure vent.

5. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at
least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new

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

WASHERUSE

For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector to the highest load size setting.

LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work Mixed Load Towels Delicates Permanent Knits
Clothes 2 double sheets 8 bath towels 2 camisoles Press 2 pair of pants

2 pair of pants 4 pillowcases 8 hand towels 4 slips 1 double sheet 2 blouses

3 shirts 6 T-shirts 10 washcloths 6 undergarments 1 tablecloth 4 shirts
3 jeans 6 pair of shorts 1 bath mat 2 sets of sleepwear 1 dress 4 tops

1 coverall 2 shirts 1 child's outfit 1 blouse 2 dresses

2 blouses 2 pair of pants
6 handkerchiefs 3 shirts

2 pillowcases

COMPACT WASHERS

Heavy Work Mixed Load Towels Delicates Permanent Knits

Clothes 1 pair of pants 9 bath towels 1 camisole Press 2 pair of pants
2 pair of pants 2 pillowcases -or- 2 slips 6 shirts 2 shirts

3 shirts 2 shirts 6 bath towels 4 undergarments -or- -or-

1 T-shirt 3 hand towels 1 set of sleepwear 2 double sheets 3 dresses

6 washcloths 1 half slip 2 pillowcases

-or-
2 single sheets

2 pillowcases

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasel}ne or other flammabme flu}ds.

He washer can compmeteiy remove oil
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oH on

it (incmud}ng cooking oils).
Do}rig so can resumt }n death, e×plosion, or fire,

Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add
powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Drop a sorted load of
clothes loosely into your washer.

• Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and
small items. Items should move easily through the wash
water. Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

2=

(OPTIONAL) Add Liquid Chlorine Bleach.
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never

use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Follow
manufacturer's directions for safe use. Use a cup with a

pouring spout to avoid spilling.
Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. Add bleach to

the wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour
bleach around the agitator, not directly onto the load.

• Follow directions on the care labels. Do not use chlorine
bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates, or some flame-

retardant fabrics.

NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 6.
The damage appears as rips, holes, tears, or color loss and

may not show up until several washings later.

3=

(OPTIONAL) Add Liquid Fabric Softener.
NOTE: Your washer/dryer does not come with a fabric

softener dispenser installed.
Tofind out whether your model allows fabric softener

dispenser usage and for ordering information, refer to the front 7.
page of your manual or call the dealer from whom you
purchased your washer/dryer. Ask for Part Number 3350834.

NOTE: Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Always dilute fabric

softener with warm water. Too much fabric softener can make
some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this

happens, do not use it in every load, or use less of it in each
load.

Style 1: With Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some
models)

• Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour
measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser.
Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of
the cycle. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the
dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the
crossbar in the dispenser opening.

Emectrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outmet.

Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or emectrica_ shock,

Style 2: Without Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some
models)

• In the final rinse ONLY, add fabric softener that has been
diluted with 1/2to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.

4.

Close the washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the
lid open.

5.

Turn the LOAD SIZE selector to the correct setting for your
wash load and the type of fabric being washed. You may

change the load size or water level selection after the washer
has started filling by turning the selector to a different setting.

Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the
type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest water

safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F (21°C),

detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to
remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have

increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
surface of garments).

Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a

small load size setting. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start
the washer.

To stop or restart your washer:

• To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle
Control knob.

• To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the
Cycle Control knob.