Whirlpool LE581OXP Use & Care Manual

Automatic dryers

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  • Page 1 Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AIM Condltloners, Oehumidlfwrs, AUTOMATIC DRYERS Electric Model LE581OXP Gas Model LG5811XP a:.$? Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrlgeralor-Freezers...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Automatic Cycles Timed Drying DRYING TIPS FLUFF AIR Setting TUMBLE PRESS% Setting Gentle Heat Setting Mixed Loads Drying Times. 01986 Whirlpool CENTER Remove the Con- BUTTON sumer Buy Guide before using SCREEN your dryer. It will be...
  • Page 3: Your Responsibilities

    Your Responsibilities Read this “Use and Care Guide” your “Dryer Guide” carefully important use and safety information. You are personally responsible making sure that your dryer.. is installed by a qualified installer. is properly maintained. is installed in an area protected from the weather.
  • Page 4: Selecting A Cycle And

    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 pad&quilts. HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes...
  • Page 5 I I’ Select a 1. CYCLE Turn the Control Knob either way to point to the cycle want. See page the cycles. Push the 3. START Button The dryer will start tumbling push the START Button. If the START Button is pushed when the Cycle Control Knob is pointing OFF area, the End-of-Cycle...
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions The automatic cycles The automatic cycles allow you to se- lect the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes being dried. The Control Knob will not move until the clothes load is almost dry, or the COOL-DOWN portion of the cycle been reached.
  • Page 7: Drying Tips

    Drying tips FLUFF The dryer does not heat when the Control Knob is set on FLUFF AIR. This setting can be used to fluff bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pil- lows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc. 1. Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want in FLUFF AIR.
  • Page 8: Mixed Loads

    Mixed loads When drying a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics, use the cycle suggested for the lightest fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove dry items and reset the control. To reduce wrinkling, take the load from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
  • Page 9: Lintscreen

    Lint screen Clean the lint screen before each increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD. Lint removal Lint can gather inside the dryer and create should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, depending on dryer usage. ELECTRIC DRYERS Cleaning should...
  • Page 10: Caring For Your Dryer

    Caring for your dryer Remove loose and sharp objects from Dockets and cuffs before drvina pins, buckles, etc. Close metals ’ zippers. Wlpe off all spills with a damp, soft cloth. Spills allowed to remain dull or damage the finish. Never leave wet or damp laundry...
  • Page 11: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    See page 9 of this book and pages 5.6 and 17 of vour “Drver auide:’ If you need assistance*. . . Call Whirlpool ice assistance telephone Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (BOO) 253-1301 Michigan .
  • Page 12 Home L Appliances Making your world a little easier. Part No. 696767 Rev. A Printed in U.S.A. 01986 Whirlpool Corporation latlc Washers. Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrlgeralor-Freezers. Ice Makers, Dishwashers. Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Un~ls. Ranges, Mlcrc...

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