Whirlpool LE4900XM Manuel utilisateur

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Compact

Electric Models

LE4900XM (portable)

LE4930XM

Gas Model

LG4931XM

Wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Au Conditioners. Dehumidifiers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Refrigerator-Freeze

Parts and features

START BUTTON

- / LINT SCREEN

-.---

CONTROL KNOB

DRYER DRUM

LOADING DOOR

MODEL

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready:

Complete Model Number

1. Complete 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, your warranty, sales slip Purchase Date

and “Dryer Guide”.

Service Company and

Telephone Number

There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase IS all

that

required for in-warranty service.

Contents

PARTSANDFEATURES ...............

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES ............

SAFETY FIRST ......................

STARTING YOUR DRYER .............

SELECTING A CYCLE ................

End of Cycle Signal .............

LINTSCREEN .......................

LINTREMOVAL .....................

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER ..........

Vacation Care ..................

Voltage Requirements ...........

Optional Installation Accessories

If YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE

2 01985 Whirlpool Corporation

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.

See your “Dryer

Guide” for inlorma-

tion on fabrics, dry-

ing special-care

items, drying tips

and other details.

Complete Serial Number

Page

;

Your

Responsibilities

Read this “Use and Care Guide”

and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for

important use and safety information.

You are personally responsible for

making sure that your dryer...

is installed by a qualified installer.

is properly maintained.

is installed in an area protected

from the weather.

is properly installed and leveled in

a well ventilated room* on a floor

that can support the weight.

is located in an area where the tem-

perature is above 45°F (7.2”C).

is connected to the right kind of out-

let, electric supply and grounding.*

is properly connected to exhaust

systems.*

is used only for jobs normally ex-

pected of home clothes dryers.

is not run where there may be explo-

sive fumes.

is not used by children or anyone

unable to operate it properly

*See the “Installation Instructions” for

complete information.

FOR YOUR SAFETY.

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

3. ;~T$dl’dUISH ANY OPEN

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

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.

F%%E and TIME

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and time setting

you want.

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.

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button.

To change

4. the setting

The setting can be changed at any

time by turning the Control Knob to a

new setting.

4 The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

Selecting a cycle

Dryer cycles are designed for the proper drying of different kinds of

fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:

REGULAR HEAVY-The heat is off AIR - No heat. This cycle is useful

during the last 5 minutes of tumbling. when drying heat-sensitive items or

The load is cooled down for more when fluffing pillows and bedding

comfortable handling. or dusting sheers and curtains.

PERMANENT PRESS-The heat is off

during the last 10minutes of tumbling

to help keep wrinkles from setting

in. Clothing wrinkled from packing

in suitcases or closets can be

smoothed out by tumbling them in

this cycle for about 20 minutes.

TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE

COTTONS

HEAVY - Bedspreads. mattress pads, quilts

MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts, dresses,

sheets, diapers, towels, work clothes

PERMANENT PRESS

REGULAR HEAVY

HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets. raincoats, etc.

MEDIUMWEIGHT - PERMANENT PRESS

Shirts. uniforms. dresses. slacks. etc. PERMANENT PRESS

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS, RAYONS, BLENDS -

T-Shirts, slacks, polo shirts, etc. PERMANENT PRESS

LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS(polyester,

acrylic. etc.) AND BLENDS -

Lingerie, blouses, dresses, etc. PERMANENT PRESS

DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -

Sheer Curtains 12 or 3 oanelsl PERMANENT PRESS

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS

Pillows, bras, etc AIR

Plastic shower curtains, tablecloths AIR

Rubber backed rugs. : : 1 : : AIR

Olefin. polypropylene, sheer nylon AIR

Drying times See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”

Drying times will vary depending on: for more information.

amount of moisture in the clothes.

type and weight of the fabric.

size of the load.

room temperature around the dryer

voltage used. See page 9 of this

book for voltage information.

Mixed loads

When drying a load with different To help reduce wrinkling, take

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the the load from the dryer as soon

cycle suggested for the lightest fab- as tumbling stops. This is very

rics. When the dryer stops, remove important for permanent press,

dry items and reset the control. knits and other svnthetic

fabrics. I

Suggested load sizes

Use these load size recommendations for your compact dryer. Do not

use the load sizes for larger capacity dryers that are listed in the”Dryer

Guide:’

FABRIC TYPE

Permanent press

or knits

MIXED LOAD

1 dress

2 pairs slacks

2 blouses

UNMIXED LOAD

6 shins OR

2 pantsults OR

3-4 dresses

Medium weight 1 pair pajamas

2 pillowcases

3 shirts

2 setsof underwear

1 king or queen-size sheet OR

1 double sheet and 2

pillowcases OR

2 single sheets and

2 pillowcases

HeavyweIght 3 work shirts

2 work pants 6 bath towels OR

6 bath towels,

3 hand towels and

6 washcloths OR

3 pairs ofjeans

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 screen

The lint screen 3. Roll lint off the

is inside the dryer screen with

drum, on the your fingers.

back wall. Clean DO NOT rinse

il before each or wash the

load. A screen scree’n. Wet

blocked bv lint lint is hard to

PIN straight can increase

out. drying time.

1. Use the finger holes to pull the lint

screen straight out.

2. Lightly squeeze the body, as

shown, while pulling the cover off.

remove. Squeeze body;

pull cover off.

4. Replace the cover on the body of

the lint screen.

5. Push the lint screen straight back

in until it clicks into place.

CAUTlON: RUNNING THE DRYER WITH THE LINT SCREEN LOOSE,

PAM~D OR MISSING CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING, DAMAGE TO

FABRfCS AND DRYER PARTS, OR CREATE A CM& HAZARD.

Lint removal

Lint can 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:

Avold electrical shock

hazard - unplug power

supply cord or turn off

1. Remove back panel (electric]

or lower access door (gas).

2. Avoid damaging wires,

thermostats, funnel or igniter.

- - ._ .

electrical power.

Avoid inJury or damage-do not

put hands Inside cabinet.

Make sure dryer is cool.

3. Remove lent from snaaea area -

see art-with a soft brush or

vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Caring for your dryer

Remove sharp objects from clothing

before drying - pins, buckles, etc.

Close metal zippers.

Never leave wet or damp laundry in

your dryer.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft

cloth. Spills allowed to remain may

dull or damage the finish.

Non-colorfast items can stain the

drum. Wipe carefully after drying to

make sure there is no dye to be

transferred to items in the next load.

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, console and finish. Do

not use these products on or near

your dryer.

Unolua power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen

turn 0Ti klectrical power gas-valve.

Voltage Requirements

Dryer Model LE4930XM operates on

household current of 240 or 208 volts.

Dryer times will be longer if 208 volt

current is used.

Dryer Models LE4900XM and

LG4931XM operate on household cur-

rent of120 volts.

Drying times will be longer than for

dryers that operate on 240 volts.

Vacation care

Power supply for

Dryer Model LE4930XM Power supply for

Dryer Models LE4900XM

LG4931XM

Optional Installation accessories

The WINDOW EXHAUST KIT (Part No. The dryer can be mounted on a

LCK 3000) is a convenient way to stand at eye level with the STACK

exhaust your dryer through a RACK KIT [Part No. LCK 1100). A com-

window. pact washer can be permanently

An EXHAUST DEFLECTOR (Part No. LCK installed and operated under the

4000) moves dryer exhaust to the dryer.

side or up or down Another STACK RACK KIT [Part No. LCK

The dryer can be mounted on a wall 1000) is available for washers that

with the DRYER WALL MOUNT KIT (Part will only be stored underthe dryer.

No. LCK 2001 -FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

m). The wall must be strong

enough to support the weight. Not to

be used in mobile homes. This allows

you to have an eye level dryer with

floor space beneath for a washer.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest

you follow these four steps:

Performance problems often result

from little things you can find and fix

yourself without tools of any kind.

DRYER DOES NOT RUN:

1. Before calling for assistance.. .

Isthe power supply cord plugged

into a live circuit with the proper

voltage? (See page 9.)

Is the door closed tightly?

Did you push the STARTButton?

Is gas turned on? If not, turn Control

Knob to OFF.Turn on gas; wait 5

minutes; reset controls and start.

An electric dryer uses a circuit

breaker or 2 fuses. If one fuse is

blown, the dryer may run, but not

heat.

DRYER TIME SEEMS LONG:

Squeeze body;

pull cover off.

Have you checked your home’s

main fuses or circuit breaker box?

Have you checked the electric

company for a power failure?

DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:

The AIR setting is without heat.

The last minutes of heat settings are

without heat.

Isthe lint screen clean?

See page 7 of this book and page 6

of your “Dryer Guide!’

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