Whirlpool Electric and Gas Drye LER5636EW0 User Manual

							PART NO. 3406071A 
Use&Care 
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
14 
Troubleshooting . . . . . . 19 
Requesting 
Assistance 
or Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
21 
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
23 
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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Thank you for buy@ a WHIRlPOOL” appliance. 
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL dryers are easy to use, save time, and 
help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this 
Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly 
and safely. Please read it carefully. 
Also, complete and mail the 
Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us 
notify you about any new information on your appliance. 
Please record your model’s information. 
Whenever you call to request service for your appli- 
Model Number 
ante, you need to know your complete model number 
and serial number. You can find this information on the Serial Number 
model and serial number label (see the diagram on Purchase Date 
page 5 for the location of the label). Also, record the Dealer Name 
other information shown in the next column. Dealer Address 
Dealer Phone 
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. 
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Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll-free. 1-800-253-1301 
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							DKVERSAFETY 
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This guide contains safety statements under 
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This symbol alerts you to hazards 
warning symbols. Please pay special attention to ! such as fire, electrical shock, or 
other injuries. 
these symbols and follow any instructions given. 
Here is a brief explanation of the symbol. 0 
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to 
minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal 
injury, or loss of life. 
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity 
of this or any other appliance. 
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 
l Do not try to light any appliance. 
l Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. 
l Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants. 
l Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. 
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. 
l If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. 
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, 
or the gas supplier. 
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							IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the 
dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: 
l Read all instructions before using 
the dryer. 
a Do not dry articles that have been previ- 
ously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, 
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning 
solvents, other flammable, or explosive 
substances as they give off vapors that 
could ignite or explode. 
l Do not allow children to play on or in 
the dryer. Close supervision of children 
is necessary when the dryer is used 
near children. 
l Before the dryer is removed from service 
or discarded, remove the door to the 
drying compartment. 
l Do not reach into the dryer if the drum 
is moving. 
l Do not install or store the dryer where 
it will be exposed to the weather. 
l Do not tamper with controls. 
l 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. 
l Do not use fabric softeners or products to 
eliminate static unless recommended by 
the manufacturer of the fabric softener 
or product. 
l Do not use heat to dry articles containing 
foam rubber or similarly textured rubber- 
Ii ke materials. 
l Clean lint screen before or after each load. 
l Keep area around the exhaust opening 
and adjacent surrounding areas free from 
the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. 
l The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent 
should be cleaned periodically by qualified 
service personnel. 
l See Installation Instructions for grounding 
requirements. 
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							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 pages for more information about the features. 
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your dryer model. They are designed to show the 
different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features. 
CLEAN TOUCHTM panel 
or rotary knobs* 
(P. 6) 
 
Cycle control 
knob 
(PP. 6-l 1) 
Model and 
serial number 
Dryer drum - 
b 15) 
Other doors: 
Small side-swing dooP 
Large side-swing door’ 
(Reversible door - see Installation 
Instructions) 
Super wide-opening door* 
(Reversible door - see Installation 
Instructions) (Pm 14) 
Exhaust grill 
Wide-opening 
hamper door* 
Additional features your dryer may have: 
End of cycle signal selector (p. 8) 
FINISH GUARD@ feature selector (p. 8) 
Dwing rack (p. 
13) 
Drum light (p. 16) 
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On some models 
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							CHECKINCYOURVEHC 
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and 
shorten drying times. 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 your Installation Instructions 
for more information. 
2. Use a 4” exhaust hood. Smaller hoods increase 
Fire Hazard 
Use a heavy metal vent. 
Do not use a plastic vent. 
Do not use a metal foil vent. 
Failure to follow these instructions can 
result in death or fire. 
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If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it 
will not be covered under the warranty. 
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting 
will be paid for by the customer, whether it was 
a 
paid installation or self-installed. For paid installa- 
tion, call the company that installed the vent for 
adjustment. 
1. Four-inch heavy metal or flexible metal vent must 
- be used. 
Do not use 
plastic vent or flexible 
metal foil vent. Do not 
kink or crush flexible 
metal vent. It must be 
completely extended to 
allow adequate exhaust 
air to flow. Check vent 
after installation. Refer 
to your Installation 
A Instructions for proper 
length requirements of vent. drying times. 
3. The exhaust vent can be routed 
up, down, left, 
right, or straight out the 
back of the dryer. Space 
requirements are listed 
in your Installation 
Instructions. 
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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 gradually to 
avoid kinking. 
5. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use 
screws to secure vent. 
Lint may catch on 
screws. odically, depending on use, 
but at least every 2 years, 
or when installing your 
dryer in a new location. 
l Disconnect vent from 
the dryer and clean one 
section at a time until 
you reach the exhaust 
hood. 
0 Use the hose attach- 
ment on your vacuum, 
or a pole or wire with a 
iched, to clean out lint. 
0 Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent 
moves freely. 
l When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the 
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer 
for final product check.  
						

							OPERMNCYOURDKVER 
To get the best dryer results possible, you must use your dryer correctly. This section tells you how 
to use your dryer properly and efficiently. 
iTARING YOUR DRYER 
Explosion Hazard 
Never place items in the dryer that are 
dampened with gasoline or other 
flammable fluids. 
No washer can completely remove oil. 
Do not dry anything that has ever had any 
type of oil on it (including cooking oils). 
Doing so can result in death, explosion, 
or fire. 
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the recommended 
74 2j~;;p;~n~g~::: 3. If your dryer has a Temperature selector, set it to 
the recommended setting for the type of fabric 
being dried. The cycle descriptions on the 
following pages include temperature setting 
suggestions. 
4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some dryers have an On/Off 
FINISH GUARD@ selector. The FINISH GUARD 
feature protects your clothes from wrinkling when 
you do not remove them from the dryer as soon 
as it stops. 
l Set the FINISH GUARD selector to On to 
tumble the load without heat every few minutes 
up to 45 minutes after the drying cycle ends. 
l A signal will sound every few minutes while 
FINISH GUARD is running if the Cycle Signal 
(End of Cycle Signal) feature is set to On. On 
some models, this signal is fixed and cannot be 
turned off. The signal and cycle end when you 
open the dryer door. 
l Set the FINISH GUARD selector to Off if you do 
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a not want to run this feature. 
damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping. 
If your dryer has a Features Guide, remove it and 
NOTE: Some dryers have a FINISH GUARD feature 
place it with this Use and Care Guide. that cannot be turned On or Off. See page 11. 
5. (OPTIONAL STEP) If your dryer has a Cycle 
1. Load clothes looselv into the dryer and close the Signal (End of Cycle Signal) selector, set the 
r door. Do not pack the 
dryer; allow space for 
clothes to tumble freely. selector to On if you want the dryer to sound 
a signal when a cycle is finished. 
l 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. 
l On some models, the End of Cycle Signal is 
part of the Start Button. 
6. Push the Start Button. 
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l Use the Energy 
Preferred Automatic 
Setting (w) to dry 
most loads. 
NOTE: On some 
models, the Tempera- 
ture selector is part of 
NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a 
the Cycle Control Knob. cycle ends.  
						

							STARIINC YOUR DRYER (CONT.) 
stopping and restarting your dryer 
You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. 
To stop your dryer: 
Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control Knob 
to off. 
NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to an 
Off area when the dryer is not in use. 
To restart your dryer: 
Close the door, select a new cycle and temperature 
(if desired), and push the Start Button. 
iElKllNG ME RIGHT CYQE AND lIMPERATuRE SETllNC 
The following pages describe the drying cycles 
on your dryer. The descriptions include suggested 
temperature settings and drying times for various 
loads. 
Cycle and temperature tips 
0 Make sure you have selected the correct cycle 
and temperature for your load. 
0 Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred 
Automatic Setting (*). 
0 Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic, 
delicate, and heat-sensitive fabrics. 
0 If some types of loads in the cycle descriptions 
on the following pages have more than one 
suggested temperature setting, choose the 
lowest setting available on your dryer. 
0 The last few minutes of all cycles are without 
heat to make the load cooler to handle. Drying tips 
0 Always follow care label directions when they are 
available. 
l If you use fabric softener sheets, always use 
softener sheets that are labeled as dryer safe and 
follow package instructions carefully. 
0 Remove the load from the dryer as soon as 
tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is 
especially important for permanent press, knits, 
and synthetic fabrics. 
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							:YClI DESCRlPllONS 
Automatic cycle(s) 
Use an Automatic cvcle to dry most loads. 
Depending on your 
model, the Automatic 
cycle uses either an 
electronic or automatic 
DRY-MISER@ control 
that senses the mois- 
ture in the load and 
shuts off the dryer 
when the selected 
dryness is reached. 
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The Cycle Control Knob 
does not move until the load is almost dry. After the 
cool-down, the Knob automatically turns to an Off 
area and tumbling stops. 
0 If the load is drier than you like, select a setting 
closer to Less Dry the next time you dry a 
similar load. 
0 If the load is not as dry as you like, complete 
drying using a Timed cycle. Select a setting closer 
to 
Very Dry the next time you dry a similar load. 
Drying time with an Automatic cycle varies accord- 
ing to the type of fabric, size of load, and dryness 
setting. Your model may not have all heat settings 
listed. Some general guidelines are: 
0 Use a high heat setting for drying heavyweight 
items, such as towels and work clothes. 
0 Use a medium heat setting for drying medium- 
weight items, such as sheets, underwear, 
permanent press clothes, and some knits. 
0 Use a low heat setting for drying lightweight 
items such as lingerie, blouses, dresses, and 
some knits. 
NOTE: If you have any questions about drying 
temperatures for various loads, refer to care label 
directions. Timed cycle(s) 
Use a Timed drying cycle to complete drying if some 
items are damp after the 
Automatic cycle. A Timed 
drying cycle is also 
useful for: 
0 Heavyweight and bulky 
items, such as bed 
spreads and work 
clothes, and large loads 
that require a long drying 
time. Set your dryer for 
High heat. 
0 Lightweight items, such as lingerie, blouses, and 
knits that require a short drying time. Set your dryer 
for Low heat. 
0 Drying time and temperature will depend on your 
dryer model. 
Fluff Air cycle (on some motlels) 
Use the unheated Fluff Air cycle for items that require 
drying without heat. 
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includes examples of 
items that require air 
drying. 
NOTE: If your model 
does not have the Fluff 
Air cycle, line dry heat- 
sensitive items. 
Heavy Dry cycle 
(on some models) 
Use the Heavv Drv cycle to drv large items or items 
that are thicker or 
heavier than a regular 
load (such as heavy 
cotton bath towels 
or robes.) Set your 
Cycle Control Knob to 
Heavy Dry and your 
Temperature selector to 
High heat. 
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