DRYER EXHAUST TIPS
WARNING: Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
DO | DON’T |
Read the installation instructions and the user guide.
Let a poor exhaust system
cause slow drying.
DO
Let your dryer exhaust the air easily.
DO
Use 4 inch diam- eter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints,
including at the dryer. Never use
DON’T
Restrict your dryer with a poor exhaust system.
DON’T
Use plastic, thin foil, or
DO
Keep duct runs as straight as possible.
DON’T
Use longer than necessary duct runs with many elbows.
DO |
Clean all old ducts |
before installing your new dryer. Be sure |
vent flap opens and closes freely. Inspect |
and clean the exhaust system annually. |
DON’T
Allow crushed or clogged ducts and vent.
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