Whirlpool LE8600XW User's Manual
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1. lt lt gt gt Whirlpdol Use amp Care Guide Cycle control knob Temperature selector Start button Lint screen SS Dryer drum 225 number plate Loading door LARGE CAPACITY AUTOMATIC DRYERS LE8600XW LG8601XW Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities 3 Operating Instructions Starting your dryer 4 The automatic cycles 6 Timed drying 7 Using fluff air 7 Caring For Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screen 8 Cleaning the dryer interior 8 Lint removal 9 If You Need Service Or Assistance 10 Whirlpool Automatic Dryer Warranty 12 1990 Whirlpool Corporation 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 Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove or Soak area with liquid hand dishwash ing 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 or2. To clean dryer exterior wipe with a soft damp cloth D Y a lt Se gt m D Lint removal Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD This lint should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage anermostats Heat element terminals AWARNING Electrical Shock and Personal injury Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before removing lint Do not put hands inside the Igniter Funnel cabinet Electric dryer Make sure the dryer is cool Failure to do so could result in electrical shock injury or damage Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person 1 Remove back panel electric or lower access panel gas 2 Avoid damaging wires thermostats funnel or igniter 3 Remove lint from boxed in area with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner 4 Replace panel reconnect and relevel the dryer Gas dryer If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind if your dryer does run Is the power supply plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Is the door closed tightly Did you push the Start Button Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box I
3. may apply For details please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S lt gt 1 ppliances Part No 3391360 1990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
4. OL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD ELECTAICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPA MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE 123 MAPLE 999 9999 4 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality when ever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replace ment parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 or call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices con sumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When requesting assistance please
5. VY HIGH MEDIUMWEIGHT Shirts play clothes sheets slacks LIGHTWEIGHT Lingerie blouses dresses Knits HEAVYWEIGHT Cottons rayons AUTOMATIC PERM T PRESS blends T shirts slacks shirts PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY HIGH LIGHTWEIGHT Synthetic polyester KNITS GENTLE acrylic etc and blends lingerie LOW blouses dresses Delicate fabrics Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze AUTOMATIC KNITS GENTLE lace etc PERMANENT PRESS LOW AWARNING Fire Hazard Drying rubber plastic and other heat sensitive materials with heat can damage them or bea FIRE HAZARD Rubber plastic TIMED DRYING heat sensitive fabrics FOAM RUBBER Pillows bras 20 30 MINS FLUFF AIR stuffed toys PLASTIC Shower curtains tablecloths 20 30 MINS RUBBER BACKED RUGS 40 50 MINS OLEFIN POLYPROPYLENE 15 20 MINS SHEER NYLON DO NOT OVERDRY Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage some fabrics 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 and 7 for further cycle information D 2 i r 4 JJ r 2 Set the Temperature Selector the desired temperature settings TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 3 Push the Start Button to start the dryer PUSH TO START 4 To stop and restart the dryer Open the door or turn the Cycle Con trol Knob to OFF to stop the dry
6. er Close the door select a cycle if nec essary 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 Operating Instructions Continued The automatic cycles The automatic cycles allow you to select the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes being dried The automatic DRY MISER control is a thermostat that senses the air temperature The dryer automatically shuts off when the selected dryness is reached The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the clothes load is almost dry or the Cool Down portion of the cycle has been reached After the Cool Down portion is complete the Cycle Control Knob automatically moves to an OFF area and tumbling stops Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry REGULAR Bese heavy and mediumweight cotton items The load tumbles without heat during the last 5 minutes This helps make the load easier to handle Use AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PERMANENT PRESS to dry permanent press knits and other synthetic items The load tumbles without heat during the last 10 minutes This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes the load easier to handle For the first few loads set the Cycle REGULAR v or Control Knob to point to the in either Wk automatic cycle When the dryer stops feel the dried items e If item
7. f your dryer does not heat e The FLUFF AIR cycle is without heat The last minutes of heat settings are without heat 15 the gas turned If not turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF Turn on gas Wait 5 minutes Reset controls and start An electric dryer circuit uses 2 break ers or 2 fuses If one breaker is tripped or one fuse is blown the dryer may run but not heat If drying time seems too long e Is the lint screen clean See page 8 for cleaning instructions See the Dryer Guide 10 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consul tants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is nec essary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a _ s nationwide network Whirlpool of authorized SERVICE Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our CO
8. provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This infor mation is needed in order to better respond to your request Th lt m mn a 4 J AT mM E g4 4 gt D O m Whirlpool Automatic Dryer Warranty DROO1 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpools service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the dryer 2 Instruct you how to use the dryer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace light bulbs Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal single family household use Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired the home Damage to dryer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty
9. rical power before attempting to service the dryer Shut off GAS VALVE if you have a gas dryer 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 2 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 D 5 gt p gt TI a m Operating Instructions 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 it SUGGESTED SUGGESTED TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE Cottons and linens EXTRA HEAVY Bedspreads mattress AUTOMATIC PERM T PRESS pads quilts REGULAR HEAVY HIGH HEAVYWEIGHT Towels jeans corduroys work clothes MEDIUMWEIGHT Sheets pillowcases cotton underwear diapers LIGHTWEIGHT Batistes organdies lingerie Permanent press synthetics and blends HEAVYWEIGHT Work clothes jackets AUTOMATIC PRESS raincoats PERMANENT PRESS HEA
10. ry when the dryer is used near children DO NOT reach into a dryer if the drum is moving When discarding an old dryer ALWAYS remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment DO NOT install or store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather DO NOT tamper with the controls You are responsible for mak ing sure that your in stalled repaired and has parts replaced by a qualified person e Use only fabric softeners specifi cally 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 Clean ing should be done periodically by a qualified person e Clean lint screen before or after each load e DO NOT let dust lint paper rags chemicals etc pile up around or under the dryer e Dryer must be electrically grounded See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities NEVER operate the dryer if it is not working right i e noisy too hot itis damaged parts are missing i e door latch all panels are not in place the lint screen is loose damaged or missing ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leaving on vacation if you have a gas dryer e ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or turn off elect
11. s are drier than you like use a setting to the right of the the next time you dry a similar load e If items are not as dry as you like use a setting to the left of the the next 2 time you dry a similar load TIMEO DAVING NOTE Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage to some fabrics LESS DAY COOL DOWN 30 TIMED DRYING KNITS GENTLE tow PERMT PRESS HEAVY TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Timed drying Use the TIMED DRYING cycle for any load you want to dry by time This cycle is designed for small loads large bulky items or items to be fluffed or dusted with the FLUFF AIR heat setting Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of minutes you want from 10 to 60 For adamp dry turn the Cycle Control Knob to 30 minutes or less The last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat to help make the load easier to handle Using FLUFF AIR AWARNING Fire Hazard Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat Use FLUFF AIR setting or line dry Failure to do so could result in fire or damaged items The dryer does not heat when the Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF AIR This setting can be used to fluff or air dry bedding plastic tablecloths foam rubber pillows stuffed toys sneakers etc 1 Turn the Temperature Selector to FLUFF AIR 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of minutes you want in the TIMED DRYING cycle 3 Push the Start Button g E amp g
12. shipping Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question Copy model and serial numbers from plate on the frame behind the door and purchase date from sales slip 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 cali 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 appliance The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your dryer follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the dryer e 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 e NEVER allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the dryer Close supervision of children is necessa
13. t E e S 5 a Caring For Your Dryer Cleaning the lint screen The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the dryer Clean it before each load A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time AWARNING Fire Hazard Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating damage and be a FIRE HAZARD 1 Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out 2 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash the screen Wet lint is hard to remove 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the lid Cleaning the dryer interior AWARNING Electric Shock Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before cleaning the interior Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury Garments which contain unstable dyes such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items may discolor the dryer interior If the interior is discolored clean with one of the following methods to avoid staining later load items Powdered laundry detergent Make a paste with detergent and very warm water Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth Tumble a load of rags to dry Liquid household cleaner Apply to stained area Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is removed Tumble a load of rags to dry
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