Whirlpool Electric and Gas Drye LER5636EW0 User Manual

							CvtJE DESCRIHlONS mm,~ 
Damp Dry feature 
(on some models) 
Use the Damp Dry feature in the Timed cycle to dry 
items to damp level or 
to dry items that do not 
require an entire drying 
cycle. Two examples 
are heavy cottons, such 
as jeans, which you do 
not want to become 
stiff, or cotton clothes 
which are easier to 
press when damp. 
Set the Temperature 
selector to High heat. 
Towels feature 
(on some models) 
When you have large loads of towels to dry, you 
may want to use the 
Towels feature in the 
Automatic cycle. The 
Towels setting allows 
for more drying time 
and automatically shuts 
off the dryer when the 
selected dryness is 
reached. The Towels 
feature also can be 
used for extra heaw 
items such as mattress pads and quilts. Set the 
Temperature selector to High heat. 
TUMBLE PRESS@ feature 
(on some models) 
The TUMBLE PRESS feature in the Timed cycle 
removes wrinkles from 
clothes that have been 
packed in a suitcase or 
closet, or from items 
not removed from the 
dryer at the end of a 
cycle. As soon as the 
dryer stops, fold or put 
the items on hangers. 
Set the Temperature 
selector to Medium 
or Low heat. FINISH GUARD@ feature 
(on some models) 
When you are unable to remove a load from the dryer 
as soon as it stops, 
wrinkles can form. The 
FINISH GUARD feature 
periodically tumbles, 
rearranges, and fluffs the 
load to avoid wrinkles. 
l On some models, this 
feature is part of the 
Cycle Control Knob. 
If you do not open the 
drver door within a few 
minutes after the cycle stops, the FINISH GUARD 
feature automatically takes over to protect the load. 
0 On some models, you can turn the FINISH GUARD 
feature On or Off with a selector. (See Step 4 in 
“Starting Your Dryer.“) 
0 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. 
Rack Dry feature 
(on some models) 
Use the Rack Dry feature to dry items without tum- 
bling them. See “Using 
the drying rack” on 
page 13. 
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							h.UFF AIR CWII - ____ ----- -- -- 
The chart below includes examples of items that 
require drying without heat. Use the Fluff Air cycle, 
or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. 
0 Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics. 
l Always follow care label directions when they are 
available. 
Fire Hazard 
Use Fluff Air cycle or line dry items listed 
below. 
Do not use heat to dry these items. 
Failure to follow these instructions can 
result in death or fire. 
TYPE OF LOAD FLUFF AIR CYCLE* 
(minutes) 
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS 
Foam Rubber - Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys 
l Make sure coverings are securely stitched. 
l Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the 
Fluff Air cycle. 
20-30 
l 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 
l Reset cycle as needed to complete drying. 
20-30 
40-50 
1 O-20 
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							USING ME DRYING wQ( (AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION ON SOME MODELS) 
To order a drying rack, call l-800-253-1301, from 
anywhere in the U.S.A. You will hear a recording. 
Follow the instructions to place an order. 3. Close the door. 
The drying rack lets you dry items without 
tumbling them. The rack does not move, but the 
drum turns. 
1. Fit rear pegs of the rack into spaces in the back 
Ei ~;f~~:;j$zj&wer 
opening. 
2. Put wet items on top of the rack. Leave space 
between the items 
so air can reach all 
surfaces. 
0 See chart below for 
suggested cycles and 
settings for items that 
might best be rack 
dried. Drying time will 
depend on amount of 
moisture items hold. 
NOTE: Make sure nothing hangs over the edge of 
the rack. 4. Select the Timed drying cycle and temperature, 
or the Fluff Air cycle. 
5. Push the Start Button. 
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NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal 
tumbling. Automatic cycles do not work with the 
drying rack. 
RACK 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. 
TIME’ 
(minutes) 
60 
60 
90 
30-40 
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*Reset cycle as needed to complete drying.  
						

							CARING HIRYOURDWER 
Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help your dryer operate efficiently. 
LEANING ME UHT SCREEN 
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Every load cleaning As needed cleaning 
The lint screen is located under a lid on top of the 
dryer. 
Clean it before each load. A screen blocked 
by lint can increase drying time. 
To clean: 
1. Open the lid and pull the lint screen towards you. 
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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: 
l Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, 
damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can 
cause overheating and damage to both the dryer 
and fabrics. 
l Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural 
fibers (polyester and cotton blends) may shed 
more lint than other towels, causing your dryer’s 
lint screen to fill up faster. Be sure to remove 
lint from the lint screen before and after drying 
new towels. Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause 
a residue buildup on the lint screen. This buildup 
can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or 
cause the dryer to stop before your load is com- 
pletely dry. You may be able to see this buildup, 
or the lint may be falling off the screen because it 
is clogged. 
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every six 
months or more frequently if it becomes clogged 
due 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. 
3. Rinse screen with hot water. 
4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel; 
replace in dryer. 
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							IEANIN~ ME DRYER INCEMOR 
Garments which contain unstable dyes, such as 
denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, 
may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are 
not 
harmful to your dryer and will not stain future loads 
of clothes. It is helpful to dry unstable dye items 
inside out to prevent dye transfer. 
To clean dryer drum: 
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent 
and very warm water. 
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth. 
OR 
Apply a liquid, non-flammable household cleaner to 
the stained 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. 
Explosion Hazard 
Use nonflammable cleaner. 
Failure to do so can result in death, 
explosion, or fire. 
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							IANCINC ME DRUM UCHT 
ie dryer light automatically turns on inside the 
yer drum when you open the door. Your dryer’s 
urn light may be one of two types, as shown. 
Fire Hazard 
Replace light bulb cover before 
operating dryer. 
Failure to do so can result in death 
or fire. 
B change drum light type I: 
. Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity 
leading to the dryer at the main power supply. 
. Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb 
cover from the back 
wall of the dryer by 
turning the cover 
clockwise. 
I. Remove the light bulb by turning it 
counterclockwise. 
. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance 
bulb only. 
. Replace the light bulb cover and lock in 
i. Reconnect power supply. place by turning 
counterclockwise. To chanpe drum light type 2: 
1. 
Unplug the dryer or disconnect the electricity 
leading to the dryer at the main power supply. 
2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb cover 
from the back wall of the 
dryer by removing the 
screw located in the 
lower right corner of 
the cover. 
3. Remove the light bulb by turning it 
counterclockwise. 
4. Replace the bulb with a lo-watt appliance 
bulb only. 
5. Replace the light bulb cover. 
6. Reconnect power supply. 
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							REMOVING ACCUMUlAlID UNT FROM INSIDE THE DRYER CABINET ___- - ------ ------ - ---- ------- v------w 
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel 
for fire. Lint should be removed every two to 
three years, or more often, depending on dryer 
usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified 
person. If you have any questions or comments, 
please call our Consumer Assistance Center at 
l-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the U.S.A. 
Electrical Shock Hazard 
Disconnect power before cleaning. 
Replace all panels before operating. 
Failure to do so can result in death or 
electrical shock. 
1. 
Unplug dryer or turn off power supply. 
2. Remove rear panel. 
3. Remove any lint using a vacuum cleaner or soft 
brush. Avoid damaging wires and thermostats. 
4. Replace rear panel. Heater box 
Dryer with rear panel removed 
5. Open lint screen lid. Remove 2 screws from 
lint screen area. 
6. Open top by pulling forward and up at each 
front corner (see illustration). Rest raised top 
against wall behind dryer (top is hinged at rear). 
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							REMOVING ACCUMUlAlED UNT FROM INSIDE ME DRYER CABINET~UNK, 
7. Remove 2 internal screws from front panel 
flanges (near top front corners). Lift front panel 
slightly, lifting off lower clips (see lower clip 
inset of illustration below). Slowly pull front 
panel forward, disengaging panel from drum. 
(Drum will drop slightly.) 
8. Move front panel aside and rest edge against 
side of dryer. Avoid disconnecting wire clips 
(see wire clips inset of illustration below) or 
damaging wires. 
9. Remove any lint using a vacuum cleaner or 
soft brush. 
Burner 
(gas models only) 
Motor 
Dryer with front panel removed 
10. Reassemble in reverse order. Before closing 
the top, check the following: 
- 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 wires 
must not touch drum when dryer is 
operating. 
11. Replace top panel and lint screen screws. Top 
and front panels must be securely in place 
before operating dryer. 
12. Level the dryer if necessary. 
13. Plug in dryer or turn on power supply. 
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							Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list 
for 
common laundry problems and the next page for common dryer problems. If you need 
further assistance, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 21. 
NOTE: In the following list, the most common laundry problems are listed first. 
:OMMON LAUNDRY PROBLEMS 
Problem . . . Cause . . . 
Slow drying or clothes still wet l Incorrect cycle or temperature setting selected. 
0 Full or clogged lint screen. (See page 14.) 
0 Exhaust vent clogged, restricted, or too long. (See pages 6-7 and 
Installation Instructions.) 
l Dryer located in room with temperature below 45” (7°C). 
l Load too large and bulky to dry quickly. 
0 Drying heavy fabrics (denim, towels) with light fabrics (synthetics, 
permanent press). 
l Fabric softener sheet blocking exhaust grill inside dryer drum. 
Lint 
l Full lint screen. (See page 14.) 
l Load not properly sorted. 
l Overdrying, especially synthetic fabrics that cause lint-attracting 
static electricity. 
l Load size too big or heavy. 
l Tissue or paper left in pockets. 
l Pilling (surface fuzz caused by normal wear and laundering) 
attracts lint. 
Static electricity 
Wrinkling 
l Overdrying. 
l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. See package directions. 
l Load includes synthetics, synthetic blends, permanent press, and 
knit fabrics that build up static electricity. 
l Overloading. 
l Overdrying, especially permanent press and synthetic fabrics. 
l Large items balling or rolling up. 
l Clothes left in dryer at end of cycle. 
Shrinking 
l Overdrying. 
l Fabric or garment is not designed for tumble drying. 
l Dryer settings incorrect for fabric type. 
l Care label instructions not followed. 
Greasy spots/stains 
Color change 
Garment damage 
l Dryer fabric softener improperly used. Do not add to a warm load. 
0 Drying soiled items. 
l Drying dark colors with light colors. 
l Drying colorfast colors with non-colorfast colors. 
l Zippers, snaps, and hooks left open. 
l Strings and sashes not tied to prevent tangling. 
l Care label instructions not followed.  
						

							COMMON DRYER PROBLEMS 
I. Dryer will not start. 
Is the dryer door firmly closed? 
Are the controls set in an ON position? 
ii!! 
Did you firmly push the Start Button? 
Have you blown a fuse or tripped a 
circuit breaker? Electric dryers use 
2 household fuses or breakers. 
2. Lint accumulation in hood or exhaust 
vent, or extended dryinp times. 
Is lint screen full? 3. No heat 
For gas dryers, is the valve open on 
the supply line? Also, some dryers may 
have an internal gas valve. See 
Installation Instructions. 
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 forawhile, 
there may be a thumping sound during 
the first few minutes of operation. 
If noises continue, call the Consumer 
Assistance Center. 
5. 
odor 
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When operating a new dryer, the new 
electric heating element may have 
an odor. 
Are household chemical odors being 
drawn into dryer? Proper ventilation 
must be used if painting or staining near the dryer. 
NOTE: Store and use paints, varnishes, etc. away 
from your dryer whenever possible. 
If you still have problems, see “Requesting Assist- 
ance or Service” on page 21. 
q 
Is exhaust vent or outside exhaust 
hood clogged with lint? Refer to 
venting section on pages 6-7. 
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