Whirlpool 3LE5700XK Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. Lingerie blouses dresses etc 30 40 MIN KNITS GENTLE LOW DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS Curtains 2 or 3 panels Sheers N KNITS GENTLE LOW FOAM RUBBER ARTICLES Pillows bras etc NT FLUFF AIR SS N To Damp Dry ciothes for ironing set control in LIGHT setting or PERMANENT PRESS cycle for 20 minctes MIXED LOADS If you dry a mixed load of various weights of fabrics select the cycle for the lighter weight fabric When dryer stops remove the dry articles and reset the control SIYNLVAIdMWAL 8 SITDAD AIAN ANOA ONISN Setting Drying Times Modern dryers are designed with drying temperatures needed to safely handle modern fabrics Cool down times have been added to heat settings You might notice slightly longer drying times The time it takes to dry a load depends on e The kind of fabric its weight and the size of the load A large load of jeans will take a lot longer to dry than a small load of light synthetics e The amount of moisture in the load Towels hold a lot of moisture synthetics dont Synthetics dry faster Jemperature of the rinse water Cold rinses help save on energy and wrin kles but a cold load will take slightly longer to dry than a warm one e Amount of lint on the screen A full lint screen slows the air flow and can make drying time longer e Jemperature around the dryer The dryer heats room air If that air is cold drying time will be longer and fabric wrin2. sort dryer loads carefully Separate loads according to the type of fabric and weight For example e Dry heavy fabrics denims towels cottons separately from light fabrics permanent press synthetics e Separate lint givers towels sweat shirts etc from lint takers synthetics blends permanent press e Keep dark colors and light colors separate e Keep colorfast items away from non colorfast fabrics Allow room for items to tumble freely The load will dry faster with fewer wrinkles When drying permanent press dry smaller than normal loads for the best wrinkle removal Use a mesh bag to hold small items such as baby socks Read the Dryer Guide for more hints on sorting and loading Understanding your Dryer Your dryer has five cycles The EXTRA HEAVY HEAVY MEDIUM and LIGHT Cycles are designed to tumble laundry for a certain length of time depending on the load You select the drying temperature you want In all these cycles the heat shuts off 5 minutes before the dryer stops tumbling This helps cool down the load The cool down time is built in so the laundry will not be too hot when the dryer stops tumbling 1 When a load of hot laundry is not tumbling wrinkles can set in 2 Aload of hot laundry can be too hot to handle comfortably The other cycle is PERMANENT PRESS This cycle has a longer cool down time at the end This extra time is designed to give permanent press fab rics th
3. Models 3LE5700XK 3LG5701XK lt gt Whirlpool prver Use amp Care Guide T ma LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER START BUTTON TEMPERATURE SELECTOR CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LINT SCREEN LOADING DOOR Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here If you ever need to call for service you will need to give the Model and Serial Num pers Your dryer has these numbers or a plate behind the door Model No Copy the numbers in these spaces Keep this book in the Laundry Information Center with your Dryer Guide sales slip Sena No and werranty Purchase Irstaiation Date Before using SAFETY FIRST your Dryer To prevent serious injury DO NOT allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the dryer Please read this booklet to be sure your dryer is installed and used properly It will help you get the best results and longest life your dryer was designed to give You are personally responsi FOR YOUR SAFETY bie for making sure that your dryer e s installed by a qualified installer Do not store or use e Is properly installed and leveled in a gasoline or other well ventilated room on a floor that flammable va pors and can support the weight z A SKERI Is connected to the right kind of outlet liquids in the vicinity of electric supply and grounding this or any other e ls properly Connected to fuel and appliance exhaust systems is used only for jobs normally expected of home c
4. ans corduroys e Use EX HEAVY for large loads or for heavy bulky items quilts soreads blan kets etc SUGGESTION You can set the Cycle Control Knob anywhere past between or below the EX HEAVY and LIGHT settings For the first few loads Set the pointer in the middle of the load setting ifthe load is drier than you want set it to the right for less time the next time e f tne toad is not as dry as you want set it to the left for more time the next time For example BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERDRY Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage to some fabrics 4 e Use PERMANENT PRESS for a longer period of cool down time Set the pointer for the number of minutes of drying time you want See Setting Drying Times on page 6 e If laundry is left in the dryer after it has stopped tumbling use the Tumble Press Control setting page 6 to help remove the wrinkles 3 Set TEMPERATURE SELECTOR e Turn the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR to the drying temperature needed for the load See page 5 for suggested settings 4 Push the Start Button e Make sure the door is closed and Cycle Control is set If fhe door is opened during the cycle the dryer will stop To restart the dryer close the door and push the Start Button 5 To stop the dryer e Open the door e Or turn the Cycle Control Knob to one of the OFF positions e To change the setting while the dryer is running turn the Cycle Cont
5. e extra wrinkle protection they need This Use amp Care Guide contains suggestions on the way to use your dryer to get the best results and longest useful life from your dryer Please read it carefully Lint Screen The lint screen is under the lid on top of the dryer Cleon the lint screen before each ioad A screen that s blocked by lint can cause longer drying times CAUTION Do not operate the dryer with the lint screen removed or n t securely in place as it may cause over heating possible damage to fabrics and dryer parts or roi To MeoBii malopiolcop To remove the screen open the lid and pull the screen straight out Roll the lint off the screen with your fingers DO NOT rinse the screen or wash it Wet lint is hard to remove When replacing the screen push it firmly into place Close the lid o m pad e ba m c 2 z o 0 z faa z n m fe gt 9 zZz 9 c zZ O m N amd gt z D zZz N a Zi Using your Dryer 4 Put the sorted load in the dryer and close the door tightly 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the cycle you want e Use LIGHT for small loads of light weight fabrics The LIGHT Cycle runs for the east time Use LIGHT also to damp dry loads for ironing e Use MED for normal size loads of light or medium weight fabrics sheets pil lowcases shirts etc e Use HEAVY for normal size loads of heavy fabrics towels je
6. kles may not be removed e Proper installation and exhaust sys tems For the fastest possible drying time installing and exhausting your dryer properly is important See instal lation instructions Be careful not to overdry Over drying can cause shrinkage damage to some fabrics and static cling FLUFF AIR This temperature setting is useful for fluffing bedding pillows and cloth ing or dusting drapes It is also best to use when damp drying heat sensitive tems Drying plastic or rubber items with heat may damage the items or be a fire hazard FLUFF AIR should be used for such items as plastic shower curtains or tablecloths rubber backed rugs some pillows stuffed toys etc 6 e Turn the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR to FLUFF AIR e Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number of minutes you want in the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle e Push the Start Button TUMBLE PRESS Control This setting is useful for removing wrinkles from packing in suitcases or closets TUMBLE PRESS wil help put them back into their pre set shape e Set Cycle Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS 10 1 Tumble Press Sar damp dry e Set TEMPERATURE SELECTOR to PERM T PRESS HEAVY HIGH e Push the Start Button For best results TUMBLE PRESS only a few items at a time put them on hangers or fold them as soon as the dryer stops If You Need Service or Help We suggest You Follow These Three Steps Before calling for
7. lothes dryers Is properly maintained SAFETY e Is installed in an area protected from Never operate your dryer the weather without replacing all paneis Is notrun where there may be explo lower front access or service sive fumes e Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly Remove the Consumer Buy Please read this manual Guide label before using your dryer It Follow the instructions to help will be easier to remove you get the best drying results Wipe out the drum with a damp Save the manual for future use cloth to remove any dust SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS See the Dryer Guide for drying tips informa tion about permanent press and Contents knits instructions for drying special items and for things not to be driedin Before Using Your Dryer 2 your dryer Loading Your Dryer sa 3 Understanding Your Dryer 3 See the Installation Instructions for 3 7 Lint Screen ie T complete information Using Your Dryer 4 Selecting Cycles and Temperature Settings 5 Y Setting Drying Times 6 FOR YOUR SAFET Ui tious If you smell gas TUMBLE PRESS Control sss 6 1 Open windows If You Need service orHelp Before Calling for Service 7 2 Don t touch If You Have a Problem 7 electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier Loading your Dryer For best drying results and energy savings
8. rol Knob either way so it points to the set ting you want NOTE The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not being used IMPORTANT To help reduce wrin kling take the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops This is very important for permanent press knits and other synthetic fabrics SCYCLE 3 TEMP Heavy Duty Permanent Pross COOL DOWN Care push to start SELECTING CYCLES AND TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Choose the correct settings according to the chart below TEMPERATURE TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE SELECTOR COTTONS LINENS EXTRA HEAVY very large loads Bedspreads PERM T PRESS mattress pads quilts EX HEAVY HEAVY HEAVY FABRICS Towels jeans corduroys work PERM T P clcthes HEAVY HEAVY MEDI JMWEIGHT COTTONS Sheets pillowcases PERM T P cotton underwear diapers MEDIUM HEAVY LIGHTWEIGHT COTIONS or damp dry Batistes PERM T P organdies lingerie x LIGHT HEAVY PERMANENT PRESS SYNTHETIC FIBERS AND BLENDS PERMANENT HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS Work clothes jackets PRESS PERMT P raincoats etc 40 50 MIN HEAVY MEDI JMWEIGHT FABRICS Shirts play clothes PERMT P sheets slacks iy 30 40 MIN LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS Lingerie blouses dresses PERM T PRESS etc 20 30 MIN HEAVY HIGH KNITS PERMANENT HEAVWWEIGHT COTTONS RAYONS BLENDS PRESS PERM T PRESS T shirts slacks shirts etc 40 50 MIN HEAVY HIGH LIGHTWE GHT SYNTHETIC FABRICS polyester acrylic etc ard Blends
9. service Problems are sometimes caused by little things you can correct without tools Check this list before you call for service DRYER DOES NOT RUN s electric power cord plugged in 1 s the dryer door closed tightly Your dryer has a switch by the door that shuts off the dryer if the goor is opened 3 e Did you push the Start Button e Check circuit breakers or fuses in the fuse Dox DRYER RUNS BUT DOES NOT HEAT Is the Cycle Control Knob pointing to at least 10 minutes or LIGHT The last minutes are cool down time e Is ita gas dryer See if the gas s turned on If not turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF Turn on the gas and wait five minutes for the automatic switch to reset Then try starting it again s if an electric dryer Check the cir cuit breakers or fuses in the fuse box An electric dryer will have two fuses If one is blown the dryer may run but not heat DRYING TIME IS LONGER THAN USUAL Check the lint screen Remove lint Keep the screen clean for best drying results and times e Modern dryers are designed to dry at the cooler temperatures needed by modern fabrics They may need more time than you are used to If you move To make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation call your dealer Installa tion cost will of course be paid by you Helpful hints You can help your service representati
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11. ve give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appliance when requesting service Also retain your sales slip and warranty fo verify your warranty status Remember Your service representa tive is trained in the repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appli ances He can help you maintain the quality originally built info your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now to look up his tele phone number and jot it down in the space provided onthe cover If you have a problem Call your dealer or write Service Manager International Division Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must write please provide your name adaress telephone number type of appliance brand model serial number date of purchase the dealer s name and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance yn m _ zZz oO xs z 2 m wn nm c 7 n 2 a N i i J m v a m wm wn x jal m a fe a mm O gt am z nn m a lt O m FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever Fse you need a replacement pari for your Whirlpoo appliance FSP replacement parts will fit ight and work right because they are made to Ihe same exac
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