Caring for your dryer
A. Cleaning the lint screen
Open the lid and pull the lint screen straight out. Roll the lint off the screen with your fingers. Do Not rinse or wash the screen. Push the screen firmly back into place.
Fire Hazard
mClean the lint screen before or after each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time and can cause a fire.
n Do Not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or missing. This can cause overheating, damage to fabrics and a fire.
B. CIeaning lint from inside dryer cabinet
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Heater box terminals
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Lint can gather inside the dryer and cause a fire. Remove lint at least every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.
Electrical Shock Hazard
nUnplug power supply cord or shut off electrical power supply before removing lint.
.Do Not put hands inside dryer cabinet.
.Make sure the dryer is cool. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock, injury or damage.
Fire Hazard
. Shut off gas valves on gas dryers. Failure to do so could result in gas leak or explosion.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1.Remove back panel (electric) or lower access panel (gas).
2.Remove lint from
3.Avoid damaging wires, thermostats, funnel or igniter.
4.Replace panel; reconnect and
C. Cleaning the dryer interior
Electrical Shock Hazard
n Unplug power supply cord or shut off electrical power supply before cleaning interior.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury.
Fire Hazard
nShut off gas valves on gas dryers. n Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so could result in gas leak or explosion.
If the interior is discolored from fabrics containing unstable dyes (blue denim jeans or brightly colored cottons) clean with one of the following methods to avoid staining later load items:
1. Powdered laundry detergent
Make a paste with detergent and very warm water. Apply paste to a soft, clean cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed.
Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth. To dry, tumble a load of clean rags.
2.Nonflammable liquid household cleaner
Apply to stained area. Rub with a soft, clean cloth until all excess dye is removed. To dry, tumble a load of clean rags.
D. Cleaning the cabinet exterior
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft cloth. Spills allowed to remain may dull or damage the finish.
. Do Not put sharp or heavy objects on or in the dryer. These objects may damage the dryer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
E. Before you go on vacation
Clean lint screen.
For electric dryer - unplug the power cord or shut off the electrical
power supply.
For gas dryer - close gas valve.
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