Whirlpool LE6600XS User's Manual
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1. las night ca aah SAR e ce te a craft E r E use amp care guide Whirlpool Eatate seres AUTOMATIC DRYERS Electric Model LE6600XS and Gas Model LG6601XS PRs atia a EME te 2 Rte tee rg Rta pre a aed he eS ero ARUBI AB TNR ae a T licrowave Ovens Trash Comast tois Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Soi Freezers Refrigerator F Parts and features CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER N TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Remove the Con sumer Buy Guide label before using your dryer It will be easier fo remove DRYER DRUM MODEL Wipe out the dryer drum with a damp pene cloth to remove dust from storing or ship LOADING DOOR ping Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready 4 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown Model Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Serial Number 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 enone Numbet product Contents PARTS AND FEATURES Mixed Loads IMPORTANT SAFETY Drying Times INSTRUCTIONS End of Cycle Signal OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LINT SCREEN selecting a Cycle and LINT REMOVAL Starting Your Dryer CARING FOR YOU2. left of the the next time you dry a similar load OVERDRYING CAN CAUSE SHRINKAGE STATIC CLING AND DAMAGE TO SOME FABRICS Timed drying Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for any load you want to dry by time For example small loads large bulky items items to be fluffed or dusted with the FLUFF AIR heat setting e Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want from 10 to 60 e The last 5 minutes of this cycle are without heat a cool down time This helps make the load easier to handle aulomalc regular BANE SS The dryer does not heat when the Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF AIR This setting can be used to fluff bedding plastic tablecloths foam rubber pillows stuffed toys sneakers etc temperature selector 4 Turn the Temperature Selector to FLUFF AIR 2 Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want in the TIMED DRYING Cycle 3 Push the START Button WARNING Drying plas tic or rubber items with heat may damage the items or be a FIRE HAZARD Automatic DRI MISER Control The thermostat senses the air temperature The dryer automati cally shuts off when the selected dryness is reached The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes wrinkles from dry clothing such as items that may have been packed in a suitcase closet or items not removed from the dryer automatic regular DRYNESS Ny SELECTOR s 4 Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS 2 Set Te
3. FABRICS Lingerie blouses dresses KNITS HEAVYWEIGHT Cottons rayons PERM T PRESS blends T shirts slacks shirts AUTOMATIC MED LIGHTWEIGHT Synthetics polyester PERMANENT acrylic etc and blends lingerie PRESS KNITS GENTLE blouses dresses LOW LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS Sheer Curtains 2 or 3 panels PERMANENT GENTLE Gauze lace efc 6 cece eee PRESS LOW RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS FOAM RUBBER Pillows bras PLASTIC Shower curtains TIMED tablecloths l DRYING RUBBER BACKED RUGS OLEFIN POLYPROPYLENE SHEER NYLON WARNING Drying these and other heat sensitive materials with heat can damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD be sett ee permanent press drying Turn the Control Knob either way to Turn the Temperature Selector to the point to the cycle and setting you needed drying temperature want See page 6 for information on the cycles To stop and restart 3 Push the START Button the dryer The dryer will start tumbling when you To stop the dryer open the door or push the START Buiton turn the Control Knob to OFF If the START Button is pushed when the To restart the dryer close the door Cycle Control Knob is pointing to an select cycle if necessary and push OFF area the End of Cycle Signal will START sound Dryer will not start The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use If the dryer is stopped be
4. OES NOT RUN Is the power supply plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Is the door closed tightly e Did you push the START Button e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT e The AIR setting is without heat e The last minutes of heat settings are with out heat e Is the gas turned on If not turn the Con trol Knob to OFF Turn on gas Wait 5 min utes Reset controls and start e An electric dryer uses a Circuit breaker or 2 fuses If 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 9 of this book for cleaning instructions e See page 7 of this book and your Dryer Guide 2 If you need assistance Cail Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance 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 necessary recommend a qualified service com pany in your area 3 If you need service lt Whirlpool has a Whirlpd ol nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv TECH CARE ice Companies TECH CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the prod FRANCHISED SERVICE uct warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CA
5. R DRYER Purchase Date Automatic Cycles Cleaning Dryer Interior Timed Drying Vacation Care DRYING TIPS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR FLUFF AIR Setting ASSISTANCE TUMBLE PRESS Setting WHIRLPOOL DRYER Automatic DRI MISER WARRANTY Control 2 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Important safety instructions VY following WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your dryer follow basic precautions including the Read these Laundry instructions carefully for important use and safety information before using your dryer NEVER dry items cieaned 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 tloaunder and coir dry fabrics containing these materials NEVER allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the dryer Close su pervision of children s necessary when the dryer is used near children When discarding an old dryer ALWAYS remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment DO NOT reach into a dryer if the drum is moving DO NOT install or store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather DO NOT tamper with the controls You are personally responsible for making sure that your dryer is installed repaired and parts replaced by qa qualified person Use only tabric softeners specifically la beled as not being harmful to the dryer FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE t
6. RE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 999 9999 123 MAPLE 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONEARS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 4 if you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you pre fer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit ight and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed i
7. amage the finish l d 6 mh he N NG Never leave wet or damp laundry in your dryer Sharp or heavy objects should never be put on or in the dryer Check pockets for bolts nuts efc Some pretreatment products can damage dials consoles and finish Do not use these products on or near your dryer Cleaning dryer interior WARNING Before cleaning interior unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power to avoid electrical shock hazard 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 and very warm water 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 OR Liquid spray household cleaner Spray on stained area Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is removed Tumble a load of rags Vacation care e Unplug power cord or turn off electrical power e For gas dryers close gas valve e Clean lint screen If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix your self without tools of any kind IF YOUR DRYER D
8. ed in a well ventilated room on a floor that can support the weight eis located in an area where the tem perature is above 45 F 7 2 C e is connected to the proper outlet and electrical supply e is properly connected to fuel and ex haust systems e is not installed against drapes or curtains eis used only for jobs normally ex pected of home clothes dryers e is not used by children or anyone un able to operate it properly See Installation Instructions for complete information 3 gt 7 aN gt Z J Tl m a a 7J m N o S pz O as gt zZ wn gt TT mm gt Z re pr A m O O Z re Operating instructions Selecting a Cycle and Starting Your Dryer Before starting your dryer be Tumble we ao te sure laundry is sorted and loaded Riess ae sa Fh di properly see your Dryer Guide Be sure the door Is tightly closed SUGGESTED SUGGESTED TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE COTTONS LINENS EXTRA HEAVY Bedspreads mattress pads quilts HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS Towels jeans corduroys work clothes MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS Gee eas 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 ANEN jA clothes sheets slacks PRESS MED LIGHTWEIGHT
9. fore the cycle is finished turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF O 0 mi 70 Z Z Z 7J Cc O O Z an The automatic cycles The automatic cycles allow you to se lect the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes being dried The Control Knob will not move until the clothes load is almost dry or the COOL DOWN portion of the cycle has been reached After COOL DOWN the knob automatically moves to an OFF area and tumbling stops babes rade regular Use i n la AUTOMATIC 4 REGULAR to dry heavy weight cotion items The load tumbles without heat during the last 5 min utes This helps make the load easier to handle ermanent ance AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS to dry permanent press knits and other synthetic fab rics The load tumbles without heat during the last 10 minutes This helps keep wrinkles from setting in and makes the load easier to handle and medium automate ERS regular ott a epee cue automatic RAN permanent N S 4 press s DAN ME Age TALE SS pen ee Stik TOR Ey rhe ae eal 4 ay For the first few loads set the Control Knob to point to an in either auto matic cycle When the dryer stops feel the dried items e If items are drier than you like use a setting to the right of the the next time you dry a similar load Hautomalc n gee regular EAN nesis e if items are not as dry as you like use a setting to the
10. mperature Selector to PERM T PRESS MED 3 Push START Button The load will tumble in heated air for 10 minutes The heat shuts off and the dryer continues to tumble the load for 5 more minutes For best results TUMBLE PRESS only a few items at a time Put them on hang ers or fold them as soon as the dryer stops O me mi 7 gt Z Q Z mo f 7 Cc 2 O Z e UO A lt z o D wm Mixed loads When drying a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics use the cycle suggested for the lightest fab rics When the dryer stops remove dry items and reset the control To reduce wrinkling take the load from dryer as soon as tumbling stops This is important for permanent press knits and synthetic fabrics End of cycle signal a pes Drying times Drying times will vary depending on e amount of moisture in the clothes e type and weight of the fabric e size of the load s room temperature around the dryer e temperature of the wash rinse water e amount of lint in the lint screen e dryer temperature selection See in your Dryer Guide for more information The dryer sounds a signal fo lef you know when the cycle is finished The signal cannot be turned off and is not adjustable The signal is helpful when you are drying per manent press synthetics and other items that should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops Lint screen Clean the lint sc
11. n order to better respond to your request for assistance 11 O gt T1 O 7 lt O c 7J 0 7 lt mi a lt 0 c Z m m UO Sed m 7J lt O m O a gt N 2 4 gt Z O m WHIRLPOOL DRYER WARRANTY 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 a franchised TECH CARE service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 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 in the home Damag 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 CONSE QUENTIAL 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 franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange gt Whirl
12. o materials can result trom e drying rubber rubber like and heat sensitive materials with heat e allowing lint to build up inside the dryer or exhaust system cleaning should be done periodically by a qualified person Ciean lint screen before or after each load DO NOT let dust lint paper rags chem icals etc pite up around or under the dryer Dryer must be electrically grounded See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leaving on vacation NEVER use or store flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents gasoline ker osene in or near your dryer These sub stances give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION NEVER operate the dryer if itis not working right i e noisy too hot e it is damaged e parts are missing i e door latch e all panels are not in place e the lint screen is loose damaged or missing e FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS 4 OPEN WINDOWS 2 DON T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES 3 EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME 4 IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before at tempting to service the dryer Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer You are personally responsible for making sure that your dryer eis properly maintained e is properly installed and level
13. pool Part No 3388791 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A Bee at BO og S VENKE Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges
14. reen before each load A screen blocked by lint can Open the lid and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the screen with straight out your fingers WARNING DO NOT run the DO NOT rinse or wash the screen dryer with the lint screen Push the screen firmly back into place forex mole sale 01 10 me elel lt 10 or missing Doing so can cause overheating damage fabrics oO 7J lt Z 9 D N o Z pr re O AO rr rm Z am Z 7J rm lt and be a FIRE HA ARD gt 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 He 7 Funnel Cla Ea ater Box ANS Hen ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person WARNING 4 Remove back panel electric e Avoid electrical shock or lower access panel gas hazard unplug power 2 Avoid damaging wires supply cord or turn off thermostats funnel or igniter i electrical power 3 Remove lint from shaded area e Avoid injury or damage do not see art with a soft brush or put hands inside cabinet vacuum cleaner e Make sure dryer is cool 4 Replace panel reconnect and re level dryer 9 Remove loose and sharp objects from pockets and cuffs before drying pins buckles etc Close metal zippers cloth Spills allowed to remain may dull or d
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