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 Consumer Assistance Center at l-800-253-1 301.

For ail electric dryers, or gas dryers whkh have a lower front access panel

NOTE: See page 14 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

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lUnplug the power supply cord or turn off the electric al power before removing dryer pane s.

lMake sure the dryer is cool.

lDryer part:! can have sharp edges. Use care when handling.

l When repkcing front panel after lint removal, tte wire clips holding the door switch wirss must be anchored to top of front and s de panels. Wires MUST NOT touch rotat ng drum. (See page 14, Step 7.)

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or per ional injury.

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Whirlpool 3396311 manual Removing accumulated lint