Removing accumulated lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for fire. It is recommended that lint be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. If you have any questions, please call our
For all electric dryers, or gas dryers which have a lower front access panel
NOTE: See page 11 if your dryer is gas and has a full front panel.
1.Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power.
2.Remove back panel (electric) or lower front access panel (gas). See the Installation Instructions.
3.Remove lint from shaded area in illustration with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats (electric), funnel (gas) or ignitor (gas).
4.Replace panel; reconnect and level dryer again, if necessary.
Electrical Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power before removing dryer panels.
e Make sure the dryer is cool.
B Dryer parts can have sharp edges. Use care when handling.
mWhen replacing front panel after lint removal, the wire clips holding the door switch wires must be anchored to top of front and side panels. Wires MUST NOT touch rotating drum. (See page 11, Step 7.)
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
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Electric dryer with back panel removed
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Gas dryer with lower front access panel removed
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