Cleaning the lint screen
Every load cleanlng
The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1.Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint off: the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint.
2.Push the lint screen firmly back into place. iMPORTANT:
[] Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, biocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
[] if lint falls off: the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
"Venting Requirements" in your "installation instructions".
As needed cleanlng
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off: while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months_ or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
To wash:
1.Roll lint off: the screen with your fingers.
2.Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3.Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
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4.Rinse screen with hot water.
5.Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall screen in dryer.
Vacation, storage, and moving care
install and store your dryer where it will not freeze, if storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.
Non=Use or Storage Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. if you wili be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should:
1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2.(For gas dryers only): Close shutoff: valve to gas supply line.
3.Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."
Moving Care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1.Unplug the power supply cord.
2.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3.Use tape to secure dryer door.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
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1.Turn off: power at fuse or breaker box.
2.Disconnect wiring.
3.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4.Use tape to secure dryer door.
For gas dryers:
1.Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.
2.Close shutoff: valve to gas supply line.
3.Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4.Use tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalllng the Dryer
Follow the "installation Instructions" to Iocate_ level_ and connect the dryer,
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