Whirlpool LG6401XK Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. 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 5 Cycle 3 Temp Permanent Press COOL DOWN Care PUSH TO START SELECTING CYCLES AND TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Choose the correc ettitiys according tc ne chart below TEMPERATURE TYPEOFLOAD l CYCLE SELECTOR COTTONS LINENS EXT A HEAVY very arge oas Bedspreads PERM 7 PRESS mattress pads 2uilts EX HEAVY HEAVY HIGH HEA Y FABRICS swen ens corduroys work PERM T PRESS cthes HEAVY HEAVY HIGF rIMWEIGHT OFILLARS Sheets pillowcases PERM T PRESS cotton underwear diapers MEDIUM HEAVY HIGh LIGHTWEIGHT CO ONS or damp dry Batistes PERM T PRESS organdies ingerne at LIGHT HEAVY HIGH PERMANENT PRESS SYNTHETIC FIBERS AND BLENDS PERMANENT HEAVYWEIGHT FAEPICS Work clothes jackets PRESS PERM T PRESS raincoats etc 40 50 MIN HEAVY HiGH MEDIuUMWEICHT ABRIC gt Shirts play c othes PERM T PRESS sneets slacks 30 40 MIN HEAVY HIGH LIGHTWEIGHT FAB OS ingere blouses dresses PERM T PRESS etc 20 30 MIN HEAVY HIGH KNITS PERMANE HEAVYWEIGHT OTTONS RAYONS BLENDS PRESS PERM PRESS shirts slacks shirts etc 40 50 M HEAVY HIGH LIGHTWEIGHT SYNTHETIC FABRICS polyester acryli2. loads or for neavy bulky items quilts spreads blan xets sic SUGGESTION You can set the Cycie Control Knob any where past between or beiow tne EX HEAVY and LIGHT settings For the first few ioads e Set the pointer in the middle of the load setting e if the load is drier than you wart se it to the right for iess time the rex time e f the oad is nol us dry Us you want set it to the left for more time the next time For example E BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERDRY Overdrying can cause shrinkage static cling and damage to some fabrics e Use PERMANENT PRESS for a longer perod of cool down time Set the poner forthe n mber of minutes of ee N PERMANENT PRESS ary ng time you want See Setting Drying Times on page 6 e f 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 tne 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 the door is opened during the cycle the dryer will stop To restart the dryer close the aoor 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 Contro Knob
3. 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 tire 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 wnen 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 the extra wrinkle protection they need This Use amp Ca
4. will be longer 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 items Drying plastic or rubber items with heat may damage the items or be qa fire hazard FLUFF AIR should be used for such items as plastic shower curtains or tablecloths rubber backed rugs some pillows stuffed toys etc e Turn the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR to FLUFF Alle e Turnthe 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 will help put them back into their pre set shape e Set Cycle Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS 10 fis TUMBLE PRESS 9 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 ata time put them on hangers or fold them as soon as the dryer stops A If You Need Service or Help We Suggest You Follow These Three Steps 4 Before calling for service Probl
5. Models LE6400XK gt LG6401XK Whirlpool prver Use amp Care LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER CYCLE CONTROL KNOB TEMPERATURE SELECTOR START BUTTON LINT SCREEN 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 e paoe bers Your dryer has these numbers on a plate Mode No behind the door Copy the numbers in these soaces Keep this book in the Laundry Information Center with your Dryer Guide sales slip and warranty Purcrase Installation Date Sena No 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 lfe your dryer was designed to give You are personally responsi ble for making sure that your dryer e s installed by a qualified installer FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use e is properly installed and leveled in a gasoline or other well ventilated room on a floor that flammable vapors and can support the weight pie e is connected to the right kind of outlet liquids in the vicinity of electric supply and grounding this or any other e Is properly connected to fuel and appliance exhaust systems e is used only for jobs normally expected of home clothes dryers e s proper
6. c etc and Blends Lingerie biouses dresses etc 30 40 MIN KNITS GENTLE CW DELICATELY CONS IRUCTED FABRICS Curtains 2 or 3 panels Sheers 20 36 MIN KNITS GENTLE CW FOAM RUBBER ARTICLES P llows bras etc PERMANENT FLUFF A le PRESS 20 30 MIN To Damp Dry c othes for soning set control ir LIGHT setting or PERMANENT PRESS cycle for 20 m nutes MIXED LOADS If you Gry a mixed oad of various weights of fabrics select the cycle for the lighter weight fabric When dryer stops remove the dry articles and reset the control SdW3L ANY SIIDAD ONILOITIS AJAXA ANOA ONISN Setting Drying Times Modern c yers are designed with arying temperatures needed to safely nandle m odern faorics Cool down times hav beer added to heat settings You Miah notice slightly longer dry ng tir es The time takes gt dry a load depends or e he kna of fot ots weight and the size of the load A large ioad of jeans will take a lot longer to dry than a sma i load of liant synthetics e fhe amount of moisture in the load Towels hold a Ict of moisture synthetics dont Synthetics ary faster e Jemperature ct 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 Amount of lint on the screen A full lint screen slows the air flow and can make drying time longer e Temperature cround the dryer The dryer heats room air If that air is cold drying time
7. ems are sometimes caused py little things you can correct without tools Check this list before you call for service DRYER DOES NOT FUN e Is electric power ora plugged in e Is the dryer door ciosed tightly Your dryer has a switch by the door that shuts off the dryer if the door is opened e Check circuit breakers or fuses in the fuse box DRYER RUNS BJT DOES NOT HEAT e Is the Cycle Control Knob poirting to at least 10 minutes or LIGHT The last minutes are cool dowr time e Is it a gas dryer See if the gas Is turned on If nol turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF Turn on the gas and wait five minutes for the automatic switch to reset Ther try starting it again e is it an electric dryer Check the cir cuit breakers or fuses in the fuse box An electric dryer will nave two fuses If one is blown the dryer may run but not heat DRYING TIME IS LONGER THAN USUAL e Check the lint screen Remove lint Keep the screen clean e Modern dryers are designed with drying temperatures needed to safely handle modern fabrics Cool down times have been added to heat set tings You might notice slightly longer drying times 2 If you need service gt Whirlpool TECH CARE yt the If your WHIRLPOOL appliance ever needs service anywhere in the United States help is just a phone call away to your nearest Whirlpool franchised TECH CARE service representative Whirlpool maintains a nationwide ne
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9. ly maintained SAFETY e Is out of the weather Never operate your dryer Is not run where there may be explo without replacing all panels sive fumes lower front access or service e Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate t properly Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using your dryer It will be easier to remove Please read this manual Follow the instructions to help Wipe out the drum with a damp you get the best drying results cioth to remove any dust Save the manual for future use SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS See the Dryer Guide for drying tips informa tion about permanent press and knits instructions for drying special items and for things not to be dried in Contents your dryer Before Using Your Dryer 2 See the installation Instructions for Loading Your Dryer 3 complete information Lint Screen 0 0 0 3 Understanding Your Dryer 3 Selecting Cycles and Temperature Settings 5 FOR YOUR SAFETY Selecting Drying limes POTEN 6 If you smell gas TUMBLE PRESS Control 6 i FLUFF AIR Cite cet body 6 i oe If You Need Service or Help 7 l f 1 Before Calling for Service 7 electrical switches 2 If You Need Service 7 3 Extinguish any open 3 If You Have A Problem 8 flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier Loading your Dryer ane For best drying resulis and energy savings sort dryer loads carefully Separate loads according to
10. re 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 Clean the lint screen before each load A screen that s blocked by lint can cause longer drying times CAUTION Do not operate the dryer with the lint screen removed or not securely in place as it may cause overheating possi ble damage to fabrics and dryer parts or create a fire hazard 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 ao m pal 0 na m c zZz Q ce z _ m z _ nn as fe gt g zZz Cc zZz Oo m a aN gt z g zZ z n 9 wa m m z 4 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 weignt fabrics The LIGHT Cycle runs for tne east time Use LIGHT also to damp dry oads for ironing e Use MED for normal size joads of light or medium weight fabrics sheets pil owcases shirts etc e Lse HEAVY for normal size loads of heavy fabrics towels jeans Corduroys e Use EX HEAVY for large
11. representative is specially trained in the expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances He can help you maintain the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now to look up his telephone number and jot it down in the space provided on the cover 3 If you have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or write Mr Stephen E Upton Vice President Whirlboo Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 Sf you must call or write please provide yourname address 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 sered trader ork i Corporation or cok forths Soe Rk for Our WA rpool app lerce F repiacermert parts agrtard work nght Gecause they are vage ts the same exact ng specfications seyts Curt ever lt gt Whirlpool ORPORATION Part No 60254 Re A new Pilmooo appliarce Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Room Aw Conditioners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dis
12. twork of franchised TECH CARE ser vice companies to fulfill your warranty and provide after warranty service and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appliance in peak condition nn m i m zZ 9 g a lt z m i771 Mi nn i nn inal gt re N I Cc wo m vu x m o v w m pal Oo 7 m O gt c Z 9 n Oo re an m Lod lt 2 m You find your nearest T CH CARE service company listed in your local telephone book Yellow Pages under Washers Dryers Repairing or Servic ing Should you not find a listing dial free the Whirlpool COOL LINE ser vice assistance telephone number 800 253 1301 When calling from Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 If you move To make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for installation or to get the name of a qualified installer Installation cost will of course be paid by you Helpful hints ou can help your TECH CARE service representative give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appiiance wher requesting service Also retain your sales slip and warranty to verify your warranty status rye IS of Whuirips quality par sy boi cf quait whenever yOu need aA replacement oar Remember Your TECH CARE service
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