Whirlpool LE3000XS User's Manual
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1. the Installation Instructions e SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities NEVER operate the dryer if e it is not working right i e noisy too hot 9 it is damaged e parts are missing i e door latch e all panels are not in place 9 the lint screen is loose damaged or missing 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 gas oline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav ing on vacation ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power before attempting to service the dryer Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer You are personally responsible for making sure that your dryer 9 is properly maintained 9 is properly installed and leveled in a well ventilated room on a floor that can sup port the weight e is located in an area where the tempera ture is above 45 F 7 2 C e is connected to the proper outlet and electrical supply eis properly connected to fuel and ex haust systems eis not installed against drapes or curtains e is used only for jobs normally expected of home clothes dryers e isnot used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly Se2. 3 Remove lint from shaded area see art with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner 4 Replace panel reconnect and re level dryer 7 Remove loose and sharp objects from pockets and cuffs before drying pins buckles etc Close metal zippers Wipe off all I spilis with a damp soft cloth Spills allowed to remain may dull or damage the finish aul 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 etc 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 tu
3. can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory oper ation from your appliance or if serv ice is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv ice Companies TECH CARE serv ice technicians are trained fo fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SEAVICE amp REPAIR WHIRL O04 APPL ANCES WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES Pe FRANCHISES TELH I ARE SERILE FRANCH SED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES SERVICE COMPANTES XYZ SERVICE CO xY SERVICE 12 MAPLE 999 9999 23 MAPLE 444 4944 OR WASHING MACHINES ORYEAS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES aY SERVICE CU 23 MAPLE 999 9994 problem Call our COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number see Step 2 and falk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer 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 tradema
4. e Installation Instructions for com plete information gt 7J gt PA O TI m gt Cc m e 9 O a gt Z QN gt lt Z O O Z Operating instructions Starting Your Dryer Before starting your dryer be sure laundry is sorted and loaded properly see your Dryer Guide Be sure the door is tightly closed PUSH TO START Select CYCLE and TIME 2 Push the START Button Turn the Control Knob either way to The dryer will start tumbling when point to the time setting you wantin you push the START Bufton the cycle you want To stop and 3 restart the dryer 4 To change the setting To stop open the door or turn the The setting can be changed at any Control Knob to OFF time by turning the Control Knob to a To restart close the door and push new setting START 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 4 Selecting a Cycle Each dryer cycle is designed to dry certain kinds of fabrics Use the chart below to help you decide which cycle fo use TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE COTTONS HEAVY Bedspreads mattress pads quilts MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT Shirts dresses sheets diapers towels work clothes PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY Wo
5. r dryer follow basic precautions including the following Read these laundry instructions caretully for important use and safety intormation before using your dryer NEVER dry items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gas oline or flammable fluids in the dryer The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EX PLOSION ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics containing these moterials NEVER allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the dryer Close su pervision of children is 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 mak ing sure that your dryer is installed repaired and parts replaced by a qualified person Use only fabric softeners specifically la beled as not being harmful to the dryer FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to materials can result from e drying rubber rubber like and heat sensitive materials with heat e allowing lint build up inside the dryeror exhaust system cleaning should be done periodically by a qualified person Cleon lint screen before or after each load DO NOT iet dust lint paper rags chemi cals etc pile up around or under the dryer Dryer must be electrically grounded See
6. reduce wrinkling take the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops This is very important for permanent press knits and other synthetic fabrics DO NOT OVERDRY Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and can damage some fabrics Lint screen Clean the lint screen before each load A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out WARNING DO NOT run the dryer with fhe lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating damage fabrics and be a FIRE HAZARD Lint removal Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD This lint shouid be removed at least every 2 to 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage Heater Box 7 Ke Terminals comme aes ELECTRIC DRYERS Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person WARNING e Avoid electrical shock hazard unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power e Avoid injury or damage do not put hands inside cabinet e Make sure dryer is cool ROLL the lint off the screen with your fingers DO NOT rinse or wash the screen Push the screen firmly back into place Heat Element TWAOW32 LNIT e N3JAOS LNI e Sdii ONIAIA GAS DRYERS 4 Remove back panel electric or lower access panel gas 2 Avoid damaging wires thermostats funnel or igniter
7. rk clothes jackets raincoats etc HEAT MEDIUMWEIGHT Shirts uniforms dresses slacks etc HEAT SNOILONALSNI ONILV IdO KNITS HEAVY WEIGHT COTTONS RAYONS BLENDS T Shirts slacks polo shirts efc HEAT LIGHTWEIGHT SYNTHETIC FIBERS polyester acrylic etc AND BLENDS Lingerie blouses 955 5 8 HEAT DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS Sheer Curtains 2 or 3 panels RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS Foam pillows bras etc Plastic shower curtains tablecloths Rubber backed rugs Olefin polypropylene sheernylon WARNING Drying these and other heat sensitive materials with heat can damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD The last 5 minutes of the HEAT Cycle are without heat This helps cool down the load for easier handling and to reduce wrinkling Drying tips Drying times Mixed loads Drying times will vary depending on l When drying a load with different e amount of moisture in the clothes kinds and weights of fabrics use the e type and weight of the fabric cycle suggested for the lightest fab rics When the dryer stops remove dry e size of fhe load items and reset the control 9 room temperature around the dryer e temperature of the wash rinse water e amount of lint in the lint screen See your Dryer Guide for more information To help
8. rk 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 right 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 pro vide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE N O A WHIRLPOOL DRYER WARRANTY 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 a franchised TECH CARE 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 in 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 CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some
9. rn 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 yourself without tools of any kind IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT RUN e 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 9 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 Is the gas turned on If not turn the Control Knob to OFF Turn on gas Wait 5 minutes Reset controls and start 9 An electric dryer uses circuit breaker or 2 fuses If one fuse is blown the dryer may run but not heat DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG e Is the lint screen clean See page 7 of this book for cleaning instructions e See page 6 of this book and your Dryer Guide O gt e a lt lt Q C 7 7 mi 7J lt O e mi O N mi A lt O O 7J gt gt Z O m 2 If you need assistance 4 If you have a Call Whirlpool COOL LINE serv ice assistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained Con sultants The Consultant
10. 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 lt gt Whirlpool Part No 3388781 Rev A 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A utomatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges
11. use amp care guide AUTOMATIC DRYERS Electric Model LE3000XS and Gas Model U LG3001XS Parts and features CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER DOOR DRYER DRUM DA move T A AND SERIAL AA NUMBER PLATE Remove the Con sumer Buy Guide label before using your dryer It will be easier fo remove Wipe out the dryer drum with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing or ship ping Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Compiete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces 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 product Contents PARTS AND FEATURES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting Your Dryer selecting a Cycle DRYING TIPS Drying Times Mixed Loads Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date service Company Telephone Number CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Cleaning Dryer Interior Vacation Care IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE WHIRLPOOL DRYER WARRANTY 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Important safety instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using you
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