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PART NO. 3406076

Easy-To-Use

Electric and

Gas Dryers

A Note to You ............ 2

Dryer Safety .......... 3-4

Parts and Features ... 5

Checking Your Vent ... 6

Operating Your
Dryer ......................... 8

Caring for Your
Dryer ....................... 13

Troubleshooting ...... 17

Requesting
Assistance
or Service ................ 19

Index ....................... 23

Warranty ................. 24

1-800-253-1301

Call us with questions or comments.

Summary of Contents for LER5848EQ4

Page 1: ...A Note to You 2 Dryer Safety 3 4 Parts and Features 5 Checking Your Vent 6 Operating Your Dryer 8 Caring for Your Dryer 13 Troubleshooting 17 Requesting Assistance or Service 19 Index 23 Warranty 24 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments TM ...

Page 2: ... model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see the diagram in the Parts and Features section for the location of the label Also record the other information shown in the next column Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free Model Number __________________...

Page 3: ...nt Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier continued on next page You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on y...

Page 4: ... where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out Do not use fabric softeners or products...

Page 5: ...h 1 to 2 Items 1 to 2 Items Shirts Blouses Shirts Blouses Cotton Sheets Cotton Sheets Towels Work Clothes Towels Work Clothes Medium Low Fabric Temp Off On Finish Guard Finish Guard PARTSANDFEATURES The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page Become familiar with all parts and features before using your dryer Page references are included next to some features Refer to those p...

Page 6: ...ryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times Use the minimum recommended installation clearances found in your Installation Instructions to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air Install your dryer in a well ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45 F 7 C Also make sure that your dryer is leveled Refer to...

Page 7: ...wire with a feather duster or rag attached to clean out lint Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent moves freely When cleaning is complete be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check 4 Use the straightest path possible when routing the exhaust vent Avoid 90 turns if possible Allow room when using elbows or making turns Bend vent graduall...

Page 8: ...ng The signal and cycle stop when you open the dryer door 5 OPTIONAL STEP The Cycle Signal end of cycle signal selector is part of the Start Button Set the Cycle Signal selector to On if you want the dryer to sound a signal when a cycle is finished The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press synthetics and other items that should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops 3 Turn t...

Page 9: ...n The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load cooler to handle Drying tips Always follow care label directions when they are available Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer safe and follow package instructions carefully Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling This is especially important for permanent press knits and synthe...

Page 10: ...le if selected the Cycle Control Knob automatically turns to an Off area and tumbling stops Timed Drying cycle Use the Timed Drying cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after Automatic drying Timed Drying is also useful for Heavyweight and bulky items such as bed spreads and work clothes and large loads that require a long drying time Set the Fabric Temp selector to High and the Cycle C...

Page 11: ...C HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS Foam Rubber Pillows padded bras stuffed toys Make sure coverings are securely stitched Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the Fluff Air cycle Make sure pillows are completely dry Foam rubber pillows take a long time to dry Plastic Shower curtains tablecloths Rubber backed rugs Olefin Polypropylene Sheer nylon 20 30 20 30 40 50 10 20 FLUFF AIR CYCLE minute...

Page 12: ... DRY Wool sweaters Block to shape and lay flat on the rack Stuffed toys or pillows Cotton or polyester fiber filled Stuffed toys or pillows Foam rubber filled Sneakers or canvas shoes CYCLE Timed Drying Timed Drying Fluff Air Fluff Air TEMPERATURE Low Low None cycle is unheated None cycle is unheated 3 Close the door Reset cycle as needed to complete drying 4 Select the Timed Drying cycle and temp...

Page 13: ...ue to a residue buildup Use the following method 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water 2 Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 2 Roll lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint Wet lint is hard to remove 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the lid IMPORTANT ...

Page 14: ... area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum wWARNING Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire CHANGINGTHEDRUMLIGHT The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door See instructions below to chan...

Page 15: ...re cleaning Replace all panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock 1 Unplug dryer or disconnect power 2 Put on heavy gloves to protect hands from cuts 3 Remove rear panel 4 Remove any lint using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Avoid damaging wires and thermostats 5 Replace rear panel 6 Open lint screen lid Remove 2 screws from lint screen area 7 Open top by pul...

Page 16: ...g Drum seal must be flared out see drum seal insets of illustration and properly positioned against panel at back of drum Rotate drum counterclockwise one full turn to check drum seal Belt should be centered and tight on dryer drum Wire clip retainer which holds the door switch wires must be secured to top of front panel see wire clips inset of illustration and along top edge of side panel Door wi...

Page 17: ...r sheet blocking exhaust grill inside dryer drum Full lint screen See page 13 Load not properly sorted Overdrying especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint attracting static electricity Load size too big or heavy Tissue or paper left in pockets Pilling surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering attracts lint Overdrying Dryer fabric softener improperly used See package directions Load inc...

Page 18: ... have an internal gas valve For electric dryers have you blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or breakers The drum may be turning but you may not have heat 4 Noises If the dryer hasn t been used for a while there may be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation If noises continue call the Consumer Assistance Center 5 Odor When operating a...

Page 19: ...l fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center FORFURTHERASSISTANCE If you need further assistance you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at Whirlpool Brand Ho...

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Page 23: ...CLES Automatic 10 Fluff Air 10 11 Timed Drying 10 DRUM LIGHT 14 DRYER Features 5 Loading 9 Restarting 9 Safety 3 4 Starting 8 9 Stopping 9 DRYING Cycles 10 Rack optional 12 TOPIC PAGE ELECTRONIC SENSOR DRY 10 FABRIC TEMP SELECTOR 8 10 LINE DRYING 11 LINT Removal 15 Screen 13 RACK DRY 12 SELECTING CYCLE SETTING 8 12 SERVICE 19 START BUTTON 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Dryer problems 18 Laundry problems 17 VEN...

Page 24: ...cordance with local electrical or plumbing codes use of products not approved by Whirlpool or acts of God E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 10 96 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limi...

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