Whirlpool COMPACT DRYERS warranty Caring For, Dryer, Maintenance-every load, Maintenance-as needed

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Dryers require regular maintenance. Follow the suggestions below to maintain your dryer properly.

Maintenance-every load

Cleaning the lint screen

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.

1.Open the Ird and pull the lint screen straight out.

2.Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

3.Push the lint screen firmly back into place and close the lid.

Product and Fabric Damage Hazard

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.

Maintenance-as needed

Use the following suggestions about cleaning and lint removal to help you keep your dryer safe, looking like new, and at peak operating efficiency.

Cleaning a clogged lint screen

Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue build-up on the lint screen. A clogged lint screen can extend drying times. Clean the lint screen every six months or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue build-up. 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.

3.Scrub lint screen with the brush until all residue build-up is removed.

4.Rinse with hot water.

5.Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel and replace in dryer.

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