Whirlpool LE681OXP Manual de usuario

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

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LE681OXP

and

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Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY

KNOB INFORMATION CENTER

\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON

NUMBER PLATE

LOADING DOOR

Remove the Con-

sumer Buy Guide la-

bel before using

your dryer. It will be

easier to remove.

Wipe out the

dryer drum with a

damp cloth to re-

move dust from stor-

ing or shipping.

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers

here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this informatlon ready

Complete Model Number

1. Comdete Model and Serial Numbers

(from-the plate located as shown)

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Complete Serla Number

Copy this InformatIon in these spaces

Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip

Purchase Date

and “Dryer Guide” In the Laundry Infor-

mation Center on the back of the dryer

Service Company and

console

Telephone Number

Contents

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY FIRST

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The Automatic Cycles.

Timed Drying

DRYING TIPS.

FLUFFAIR Setting

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting

Gentle Heat

Drying Times

Mixed Loads.

End-of-Cycle Signal.

Lint Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER

Cleaning Dryer Interior..

Vacation Care.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE.

I. Before Calling for

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

3. If You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

2 ~1985 Whirlpool Corporation

Your

Responsibilities

is located in an area where the tem-

Read this “Use and Care Guide” perature is above 45’F (7.2 C).

and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for

is connected to the right kind of out-

important use and safety information. let, electric supply and grounding.’

You are personally responsible for

is properly connected to fuel and

making sure that your dryer... exhaust systems.’

is used only for jobs normally ex-

is installed by a qualified installer. petted of home clothes dryers.

is properly maintained.

is not run where there may be explo-

is installed in an area protected sive fumes.

from the weather.

is not used by children or anyone

is properly installed and leveled in unable to operate it properly.

a well ventilated room’ on a floor *See the “Installation Instructions” for

that can support the weight. complete information.

Selecting a cycle

and 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.

TYPE

OF LOAD

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,

jeanscorduroys, work clothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

underwear,diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.

organdies, lingerie

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

HEAVY

HIGH

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR PERMIT PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats AUToMATlC PERM’T PRESS

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT

PRESS MED

clothes,sheets,slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blousesdresses MED LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blends,T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC MED LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT-Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE

blouses, dresses LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT

Gauze, lace,etc. PRESS Ex LOW

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths . . . .._...............

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON

PERMIT PRESS

20-30 MINS. FLUFF

AIR

20-30 MINS.

40-50 MINS.

15-20 MINS.

Select a

1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and setting you

want. See page 6 for information on

the cycles.

Push the

3. START Button

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button.

The Cy rcle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

The Temperature Selector can be set

on any desired temperature or any-

where between 2 temperatures.

To stop and restart

the dryer

To stop the dryer, open the door (or

turn the Control Knob to OFF).

To restart the dryer, close the door,

select cycle, if necessary, and push

START.

Operating instructions

The automatic cycles

The automatic cycles allow you

to select the degree of dryness you

prefer for the clothes being dried.

The Control Knob moves and stops

several times until the load reaches

the dryness setting You selected. Then

the knob automatically moves to

OFF and tumbling stops.

weight cotton items. The load tum-

bles without heat during the last 5

minutes. This helps make the load

easier to handle.

Use

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS to dry

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press, knits and other synthetic fab-

rics. The load tumbles without heat

during the last 40 minutes.This helps

keep wrinkles from setting in.

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.

If items are drier than you like, use

a setting to the right of the* the next

time you dry a similar load.

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.

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 FLUFFAIR heat setting.

Turn the Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want - from 10 to 70.

The last 10 minutes of this cycle are

without heat - a cool-down time. This

helps make the load easier to

handle.

Drying tips

FLUFF AIR

The dryer does not heat when the

Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This

setting can be used to fluff bedding,

plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pil-

lows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.

Turn the Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.

2. Push the STARTButton.

TUMBLE PRESS”

Setting

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.

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature 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 10 more minutes.

For best results.TUMBLE PRESS only

a few Items at a time. Put them on

hangers or fold them as soon OSthe

dryer stops.

Gentle Heat

The dryer automatically reduces the

heat setting rn HEAVY HIGH and PERM’T

PRESSMED cycles. The last 7 minutes

of each of these cycles gradually

reduces the dryer temperature to a

lower heat setting. Thls helps prevent

over drying.

Drying tips

Drying times Mixed loads

Drying times will vary depending on:

amount of moisture in the clothes.

type and weight of the fabric.

size of the load.

room temperature around the

dryer.

When drying a load with different

ktnds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle suggested for the lightest fab-

rics When the dryer stops, remove

dry items and reset the control.

temperature of the wash rinse

water.

amount of lint in the lint screen.

dryer temperature selection.

See page 6 in your “Dryer Guide”

for more information.

End-of-cycle signal

The dryer sounds a signal to let 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

permanent press, synthetics and other items

that should be taken out as soon as the dryer

stops.

Lint signal

Clean lint screen before each load. If you

neglect to clean your lint screen, the signal will

sound. The (whistle tone) signal lets you know

the air flow is being restricted. Restricted air flow

reduces drying efficiency.

Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen us

shown on page 9.

Lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each 1oad.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. ROLL the lint off the screen

wrth your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back into

place.

Lint removal

Lint cun gather inside the dryer and create a fire hazard.This lint

should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on

dryer usage.

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

WARNING:

Avoid electrical shock

hazard - unplug power

supply cord or turn off

electrical power.

Avoid injury or damage-do not

put hands inside cabinet.

. Make sure dryer is cool.

1. Remove back panel (electric)

or lower access panel (gas].

2. Avoid damaging WireS,

thermostats, funnel or igniter.

3. Remove lint from shaded area -

see art - with a soft brush or

vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Caring for your dryer

Remove loose and sharp objects

from pockets and cuffs before dryina - Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

pins, buckles, etc. Close metal -

zippers. Do not use these products on or

near your dryer.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft

cloth. Spills allowed to remain may

dull or damage the finish.

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.

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 bright-

ly 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 thor-

oughly 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 re-

moved. Tumble a load of rags.

Vacation care

Unplug power cord or turn off elec-

trical power.

For gas dryers, close gas valve.

Clean lint screen.

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