Whirlpool LE4440XW Manuel utilisateur

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LARGECAPACITY

AUTOMATICDRYERS

LE4440XWLG4441XW

Contents

Important

Safety

lnstrudlons .......3

Additional safety instructions

and your responsibilities ................3

Operatlng Instructions

Starting your dryer _..._..................... 4

The regular cycles ......._........-...... 6

The permanent press cycle ............7

Using air .........................................7

Using TUMBLE PRESS@ ............... 8

Caring For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen ..................9

Lint screen maintenance ................9

Cleaning the dryer ........................ 10

Lint removal ................................. 11

If You Need Servlce Or

Assistance .............................-..... 13

Whlrlpool Automatic Dryer

Warranty ........................................16

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

it 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.

Model Number

Sdal Number

01992 Whirlpool Corporation

Purchase DaIe

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

ball, then remove.

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 can damage the finish.

See ‘Important Safety Instructions” on

paw 3.

NOTE: Do not

remove any permanent

instrudion labels inside the dryer.

You should wipe out the dryer drum

with a damp doth before using to

remove dust from storing or shipping.

Sawka Company Pbne Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open wlndows.

2. Don’t touch electrlcal

switches.

3. l$ttegulsh any open

4. lmmedlately call your gas

suppller.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasollne

or other flammable vapors

and llqulds In the vlclnlty of

thls or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a flre

hazard or exploslon.

ImportantSafetyInstructions

To reduce the rlsk of fire, electrical shock, or

Injury to persons when uslng your dryer, follow

bask precautions, lncludlng the followlng:

l Read all lnstructlons before uslng l You are responsible for maklng

the dryer. sure that your dryer

is installed,

NEVER dry items cleaned, washed, repaired and has parts replaced by a

soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, qualified person.

gasoline or flammable fluids in the

Use only fabrii softeners specifically

dryer. The fumes can create a

FIRE

labeled as not being harmful to the

HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS dryer.

hand launder and air dry fabrics

l FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to

containing these materials. materials can result from:

l NEVER

allow children to operate,

play with or crawl inside the dryer. -drying rubber, rubber-like and heat

sensitiie materials with heat.

Close supervision of children is

necessary when the dryer is used -allowing lint build-up inside the

near

children. dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning

NOT reach into a dryer if the

should be done periodically by a

drum is moving. qualified person.

Clean lint Screen before or after

When discarding an ok4 dryer, each bad.

ALWAYS remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment.

DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,

DO NOT install or store dryer where chemicals, etc. pile up around or

it will be exposed to the weather. under the dryer.

l DO NOT

tamper with the controls.

Dryer must be electrically grounded.

See the Installation Instructions.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

l NEVER operate the bryer if:

-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,

too hot).

-ii is damaged.

-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).

-all panels are not in place.

-the lint screen is loose, damaged

or missing.

-is properly installed and leveled on a

floor that can support the weight in a

well ventilated room.*

-is located in an area where the

temperature is above 4!YF (7°C).

-is connected to the proper outlet and

electrical supply.’

-is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems.’

-is not installed against drapes or

curtains.*

l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve

before leaving on vacation if you

have a gas dryer.

l 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.

l You are responsible for maklng

sure that your dryer:

-is properly maintained.

-is used only for jobs normally

expected of home dothes dryers.

- is not used by anyone unable to

operate it properly.

‘See the Installation Instructions for

complete information.

OperatingInstructions

Startingyourdryer

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 ding, and damage

some fabrics.

TYPE OF LOAD

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

Cottons and Ilnens

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattress

pads, quilts

HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels. jeans, axduroys,

work dothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT-Sheek. pillowcases,

maon underwear. diapers

LIGHlWEIGHT-Batistes. organdies,

lingerie

EXTRA HEAVY HIGH

HEAVY HIGH

MEDIUM HIGH

LlGHT LOW

Permanentpress, synlhetko

and blends

HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes. jackets,

taincoak

MEDIUMWEIGHTShirk, play dothes.

sheets. dacks

LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses

PERM PRESS

40-50 min

30-40 min

20-30 min

HIGH

LOW

Knits

HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends.

T-shirts, slacks, shirk

MEDIUMWEIGHT-Synthetics (pdyester,

acrylic. etc.), dress slacks. skirts, sweaters

LIGHTWEIGHTSynthetics (polyester,

aaylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses,

dresses

PERM PRESS

4050 min

30-40 min

20-30 min

HIGH

LOW

De4lkatafribrka

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),

gauze, lace. etc.

PERM PRESS

1520 min

Rubber,plastk,

heat-sensltlve fabrka

FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys

PLASTI- curtains. tablecloths

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,

SHEER NYLON

PERM PRESS

20-30 min. AIR’

40-50 min. AIR’

15-20 min. AIR’

4 ‘see page 7.

Select a cycle by turning the Cycle

Control Knob either way. Stop

when the indicator on the knob’s

outer ring points to the cycfe and

time you want. See pages 6-6 for

further cycle information.

2. Set the Temperature Selector

the desired temperature setting.

3. Push the Stat-t Button to start

the

dryer.

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 Cyde Control Knob should point

to an OFF area when the dryer is not

in use. K the dryer is stopped before

the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle

Control Knob to an OFF area c;

Theregularcycles

The names of the regular cycles

describe the types of bads they are

designed to dry. Each cycle is folbwed

by a 5 minute cookbwn period. During

the cool down, the bad tumbles

without heat. This helps meke the bad

easier to handle.

Use EX HEAVY to dry items such as

bedspreads, mattress pads and quilts.

Use HEAVY to dry kerns such as

towels, jeans, corduroys and work

cbthes.

Use MED to dry items such as sheets,

pillowcases, cotton underwear and

diapers.

Use LIGHT to dry batistes, organdies

and lingerie.

Kthe items are drier than you like, set

the Cycle Control Knob more to the

right the next time you dry a similar

bad.

lf items are not as dry as you like, set

the Cycle Control Knob more to the

left the next time you dry a similar

bad.

NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrink-

age, static cling and damage to some

fabrics.

l$;ERMANENT PRESS

The PERMANENT PRESS cycle

helps provide the special care that I

permanent press and synthetic fabrics

need. The cycle consists of a timed ,

period of heated drying and a 10 ti

minute cool-down period. During the

cool down, the load tumbles without I

heat. This helps keep wrinkles from ,

._. . . . _s . . . .

settmg n ano makes tne rosa easier to

handle.

NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling,

remove the bad from the dryer as

soon as tumbling stops. This is

important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrics.

UsingAIR

Flre Hazard

Do not dry plastic or rubber

items with heat. Use AIR setting,

or line dry. Fallure to do so could

result In flre or damaged Items.

The dryer does not heat when the

Temperature Selector is set to AIR.

This setting can be used to fluff or air

dry bedding, plastic tablecbths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers,

etc.

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

AIR.

2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the

desired number of minutes you

want in the PERMANENT PRESS

cycle.

3. Push the Start Button.

NOTE: Repeat steps above if more

time is needed to dry items.

Operating lnstructlons

Contlnud

UsingTUMBLEPRESS”

The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes

wrinkles from clothing that has been

packed in a suitcase or cbset, 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 PERMA-

NENT PRESS cyde.

2. ;;t;he Temperature Selector to

3. Push the Start Button.

The bad will tumble in heated air for

minutes. Then the dryer will tumble

the dothes for 10 more minutes

without heat.

For best resufts, 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.

CaringForYourDryer

Cleaningthelint screen

The lint screen is located under

lid

on top of the dryer.

Clean tt before

each load.

A screen blocked by lint

can increase drying time.

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.

Product and Fabric Damage Hazard

Do not run the dryer wlth the lint screen kose,

damaged, blocked or missing. Doing so can

cause overheatlng and damage to both the

dryer and fabrics.

Lintscreenmaintenance

Laundry detergents and fabric

softeners can cause

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:

Wet both sides of lint screen with

hot water.

2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water

and liquid detergent.

3. Scrub lint screen with the brush

until all residue build-up is re-

moved.

Rinse with hot water.

5. Thoroughly

dry lint screen with a

clean towel and .replace in dryer.

Caring

For Your Dryer

Contlnued

Cleaningthedryer

ElectrIcal Shock and

Personal Injury Hazard

l Turn off the elect&A power

before cleaning the Interkr.

l Meke sure the dryer Is cool.

Failure to do so could result In

electrkal ahock or Injury.

Fire Hazard

l Use non-flammable cleaner.

Failure to do so could result In an

expbsbn.

Garments which contain unstable dyes,

such as denim blue jeans or brightly

colored cotton items, may discolor the

dryer interior.

tf you want to remove stalns from

dMw;;zrn use one of the folbwlng

Powdered laundry detergent

Make

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 cbth.

4. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.

Llquld non-flammable household

cleaner

Apply to stained area

2. Rub with a doth until all excess dye

is removed.

3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

4. Tumble

bad of rags to dry.

To clean dryer exterior:

wipe with

soft, damp doth.

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