Operating Your Dryer; Before Starting Your Dryer; Starting Your Dryer - Whirlpool LEC8858EZ0 Use And Care Manual

Operating Your Dryer
The information in this section helps you learn to use your dryer efficiently and safely. Refer
to "Laundry Tips" on page 19 for additional information on sorting, loading, and drying most
types of washables.
NOTES:
• Make sure your dryer is properly vented before using it. See warning below and your
Installation Instructions.
• Make sure your dryer is properly installed in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is
above 45°F (7°C).
• Make sure your dryer is leveled on a floor that can support the weight.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to do so can result in death
or fire.
Explosion Hazard
Never place items in the dryer that are
dampened with gasoline or other
flammable fluids.
Do not wash or dry items soiled with
vegetable or cooking oils because
they may contain some oil after
laundering.
Doing so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Before
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum
with a damp cloth to remove
dust from storing and shipping.
starting your dryer
Your dryer may have a Dryer Features
Guide (usually located on top
of the dryer). Remove it and
place it with your Use and
Care Guide. The Features
Guide provides you with more
information about your dryer.
Starting your dryer
1. Load clothes into the dryer and close
the door.
2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the
.__ desired cycle. Use the Energy
Preferred Automatic Setting (*)
to dry most loads (see page 8).