Whirlpool LE776OXW User's Manual
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1. 12 access panel removed Lint removal Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire It is recommended the lint be removed every 2 to 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified person If you have any questions please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 AWARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before removing dryer panels e Make sure the dryer is cool Dryer parts can have sharp edges Use care when han dling When replacing front panel after lint removal the wire clips holding the door switch wires must be anchored to top of front and side panels Wires MUST NOT touch rotating drum See page 13 step 7 Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal Injury lf your dryer is electric or is gas and has a lower front access panel 1 Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power 2 Remove back panel electric or lower front access panel gas See Installation Instructions 3 Remove lint from shaded area in illustration with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner Avoid damaging wires thermostats electric funnel gas or igniter gas 4 Replace panel reconnect and level dryer again if necessary NOTE See page 13 if your dryer is gas and has a full front panel Remove screws Wf your dryer is gas and has a2. 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No 9830442 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in Canada
3. 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 to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting loading and control setting information before starting your dryer NOTE Do not overdry Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage some fabrics 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 KNITS GENTLE lingerie LOW Permanent press synthetics and blends HEAVYWEIGHT Work clothes jackets AUTOMATIC PERM T PRESS raincoats PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH MEDIUMWEIGHT Shirts play clothes PRESS sheets slacks LIGHTWEIGHT Lingerie blouses dresses one Knits HEAVYWEIGHT Cottons rayons blends AUTOMATIC PERM T PRESS T shirts slacks shirts PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH MEDIUMWEIGHT Synthatics polyester PRESS acrylic etc drass slacks skirts sweaters LIGHTWEIGHT Synthetics polyester KNITS GENTLE acrylic etc and blends lingerie blouses LOW dresses Delicate fabrics AUTOMATIC Sheer curtains
4. lt D Use amp Care Guide Cycle control knob Temperature selector m ee Start button 2 a om lt nt screen Dryer drum Cae DR Model and serial number label pe EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY AUTOMATIC DRYERS LE7760XW LG7761XW Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities 4 Operating Instructions Starting your 5 The automatic cycles 7 Timed drying 8 Using TUMBLE PRESS 8 Using fluff air 9 Caring For Your Dryer Cleaning the lint 5 10 Lint screen maintenance 10 Cleaning the 11 Lint removal ji Sodas 12 lf You Need Service Or Assistance 14 Whirlpool Automatic Dryer Warranty 16 1992 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 dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These
5. outside exhaust hood clogged Clean if needed See the Dryer Guide 14 2 you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from anywhere the U S l 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consult ants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is neces sary recommend a qualified service company in your area lf you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 if you need service Whirlpool has a Nationwide network of authorized savce 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 Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS oA WASHING MACHINES DRYERS IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL ERVICE SERVICE COMPANES SERVICE CO 122 Maple___ 900 9009 If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 4 lf yo
6. 2 or paneis PERMANENT gauze lace etc PRESS KNITS GENTLE Fire Hazard AWARNING Drying rubber plastic and other heat sensitive materials with heat can damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD Rubber plastic TIMED DRYING heat sensitive fabrics FOAM RUBBER Pillows bras stuffed toys 20 30 min FLUFF AIR PLASTIC Shower curtains tablecloths 20 30 min RUBBER BACKED RUGS 40 50 min OLEFIN POLYPROPYLENE 15 20 min SHEER NYLON See page 9 SNOILINYLSNI 9NILYYIdO SNOILINYLSNI ALBIS INYLYOdINI Operating Instructions Continued 1 Select a cycle by tuming 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 7 8 for further cycle information 2 Set the Temperature Selector on the desired temperature setting FARR TEMP TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 3 Push the Start Button to start the dryer PUSH TO START To stop and restart the dryer Open the door or turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF to stop the dryer Close the door select a cycle if necessary 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 REGULAR nc REGULAA ATTAT REGULAR us 10 ENMANE PERMANENT FRESS The automa
7. Instructions Continued kid eS aurouane VERYORY PERMANENT vow f PRESS x 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 using the Fluff Air temperature setting Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of minutes you want from 10 to 60 For a damp 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 TUMBLE PRESS The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes wrinkles from clothing that has been packed in a suitcase or closet and from items not removed from the dryer at the end of a cycle 1 Set the Cycle Control Knob on TUMBLE PRESS in the TIMED DRYING cycle 2 Set the Temperature Selector PRESS HEAVY HIGH 3 Push the Start Button The load will tumble in heated air for 15 minutes Then the dryer will tumble the clothes for 5 more minutes without heat For best results put only a few items at a time in this cycle As soon as the dryer stops put the items on hangers or fold them FABR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 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 Selecto
8. 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 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 label 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 Purchase Dats Service Company Phone Number Important Safety Instructions Fire Hazard For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explo sion or to prevent property dam age personal injury loss of life AWARNING Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do Not try to light any appliance Not touch any electrical switch Do Not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occu pants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions elf you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire d
9. epartment Never install dryer up against draperies or cur tains or on carpet Keep any and all items from falling or collecting behind the dryer Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 5 gt Nn gt Tl m j lt j 2 o important Safety Instructions Continued To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or ING injury to persone when using your dryer follow basic precautions Including the following Read all instructions before using the dryer 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 e 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 e DO NOT reach into a dryer if the drum is moving When discarding an old dryer ALWAYS remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment e DO NOT install or store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather e 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 Use only fabric softeners specifically labeled as not bei
10. full front before opening top panel remove front panel as follows A 1 Unplug the power supply cord or tum N off the electrical power 2 Remove lint screen Remove two screws lint screen area 3 Open top by pulling forward and up at each front corner see view Rest raised top against wall behind dryer top is hinged at rear View A 4 Remove two internal screws from front panel flanges near top front comers Lift front panel slightly lifting off lower clips see view Heian Slowly pull front panel forward a Front panel disengaging panel from drum Drum wire clip Will drop slightly see view 5 Move front panel aside and rest edge against side of dryer Avoid discon necting wire clips see view C or N damaging wires Belit 6 Remove lint from area shown gas dryer illustration on page 12 with soft Drum brush or vacuum cleaner Avoid damaging wires funnel or igniter 7 Reassemble in reverse order Before closing the top check the following see view B Drum seal must be flared out see view D and properly positioned against panel at back of drum Rotate drum counterclockwise one full tum to check drum seal Belt should be centered and tight on dryer drum Wire clips which hold the door switch wires must be anchored in slot in top of front panel see view C and along top edge of side panel Door wires must not touch drum w
11. hen dryer is operating See Warning page 12 8 Replace top panel and lint screen screws Top and front panels must be securely in place before operating dryer 9 Reconnect power and level dryer again if necessary NOTE Call Consumer Assistance at 1 800 253 1301 for assistance or View D more information iz I 20 lt nm a lt J JJ lt m 27 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 Is the power supply plugged into live circuit with the proper voltage Is the door closed tightly e Did you push the Start Button Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box If your dryer does not heat The FLUFF AIR setting is without heat The last minutes of heat settings are without heat If you have a gas dryer is the gas turned If not turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF Turn on gas Wait 5 minutes Reset controls and start The circuit supplying an electric dryer uses 2 breakers or 2 fuses If one breaker is tripped or one fuse is blown the dryer may run but not heat it drying time seems too long Is the lint screen clean See page 10 for cleaning instructions e Is the exhaust duct or
12. materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool 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 and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the ome Damage to dryer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 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 may apply For details please contact your authorized 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 Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800
13. ng 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 Cleaning should be done periodically by a qualified person e Clean lint screen before or after each load DO NOT let dust lint paper rags chemicals etc pile up around or under the dryer 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 it is damaged parts are missing i e door latch all panels are not in place the lint screen is loose damaged or missing e ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leaving on vacation if you have a gas dryer 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 You are responsible for making sure that your dryer 4 is properly maintained is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight in a well ventilated is located in an area where the temperature is above 45 F 7 is connected to the proper outlet and electrical supply is properly connected to fue and exhaust systems is not installed
14. quid detergent 3 Scrub lint screen with the brush until all residue build up is re moved 4 Rinse with hot water 5 Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel and replace in dryer Cleaning the dryer AWARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard e Turn off the electrical power before cleaning the interior Make sure the dryer is cool Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury Fire Hazard e Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so could result in an explosion 20 lt a 2 e m 2 Garments which contain unstable dyes such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items may discolor the dryer interior you want to remove stalns from dryer drum use one of the following methods Powdered laundry detergent 1 Make a paste with detergent and very warm water 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of rags to dry Liquid non flammable household cleaner 1 Apply to stained area 2 Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of rags to dry To clean dryer exterior Wipe with a soft damp cloth 11 Caring For Your Dryer Continued Electric dryer with back panel removed Igniter Gas dryer with lower front
15. r is set to FLUFF AIR This 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 NOTE Repeat steps above if more time is needed to dry items m 2 gt ep pale 20 N Caring For Your Dryer ACAUTION Product and Fabric Damage Hazard Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics Cleaning the lint screen The lint screen is conveniently located on top of the dryer Clean it before each load A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time 1 Pull the lint screen straight out 2 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place Lint screen maintenance Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue build up on the lint screen A clogged lint screen can extend drying times Clean the lint screen every six months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue build up Use the following method 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water 2 Wet a nylon brush with hot water and li
16. tic 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 dryer air temperature The dryer automati cally shuts off when the selected dryness is reached The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the 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 mc m gt 54 2 2 Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry heavy or mediumweight items The load tumbles without heat during the last 5 minutes This helps make the load easier to handle Use AUTOMATIC 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 Control Knob to point to the in either automatic cycle When the dryer stops feel the dried items If items 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 time you dry a similar load NOTE Overdrying can cause shrink age static cling and damage to some fabrics 7 Operating
17. u 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 Consumer Assistance Center 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 consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and 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 provide model number serial number date of purchase a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request 1 39151551 391 935 033 31 WHIRLPOOL Automatic Dryer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correct defects in
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