Black & Decker BCED26 Instruction Manual page 17

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Unplug the power cord before cleaning any part of the dryer.
UNIT
The dryer should be cleaned regularly, including the control panel, with a soft
cloth and non-abrasive household detergents. The use of harsh detergent or
abrasives is not recommended. Do not pour water on the dryer or control panel.
Use a soft cloth to dry the surfaces. Failure to maintain the dryer in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of the surface which could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
LINT FILTER ASSEMBLY
The lint filter assembly should be cleaned before or after each use. Refer to the
chart below to clean each part of the lint filter assembly.
1 Remove the lint filter by using the four (4) grip holes in the filter assembly to
rotate the filter (in either direction) until you feel a bump, then pull it outward.
NOTE: The lint filter assembly must be installed when operating the dryer.
2 The lint filter assembly consists of three
(3) parts: exhaust vent shroud, lint
filter, and exhaust filter.
3 Separate the three (3) parts of the as-
sembly and clean the individual pieces
using a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
Do not damage the filter assembly.
4 Reassemble the filter assembly in the
following order: exhaust filter - lint
filter - exhaust vent shroud. Align the
entire assembly with the recessed posi-
tion in the back of the drum and press
firmly until the entire filter assembly is
secured.
Lint Filter Assembly
WARNING
Regularly clean the lint trap. Hot Surface.
Do not touch the intake during the drying
cycle due to high temperatures.
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