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Kee l) dryer area clear and free from items that would
obstruct
the flow of combustion
and
ventilation
air.
Explosion
Hazard
Keep flammable
materials
and vapors,
such
as
gasoline,
away
from
dryer.
Place dryer
at least 18 inches
(46 cm) above
the floor
for a garage
installation.
Failure
to do so can result
in death,
explosion,
or fire.
IMPORTANT:
Do not run the dryer with
the lint screen loose, darnaged,
blocked,
or missing.
Doing
so
can cause overheating
and damage
to both the dryer and fabrics.
If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during
removal,
check the exhaust
hood
and
remove the lint. See "Venting
Requirements."
As needed
cleaning
I.aundry
detergent
and fabric softener
residue can build
up on the lint screen. [his buildup
can cause longer drying
times for your clothes,
or cause the dryer to stop before your load is
completely
dry. The screen is probably
clogged
if lint falls off while
the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with
a nylon [)rush every 6 months,
or more frequently,
if it becomes
clogged
due to a residue buildup.
To wash
1.
Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
2.
Wet both sides of lint screen with
hot water.
3.
Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid
detergent.
Scrub lint screen with
the brush to
remove
residue
buildup.
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Every load cleaning
lhe
lint screen is located
in the door opening
of the dryer. A screen blocked
by lint can
increase
drying
time.
To clean
1.
Pull the lint screen straight
up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
Do not rinse or
wash screen to remove
lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
2.
Push the lint screen firmly
back into place.
4.
Rinse screen with hot water.
5.
Thoroughly
dry lint screen with
a clean towel.
Replace screen in dryer.
To clean dryer
drum
1.
Make a paste with
powdered
laundry detergent
and very warm water.
2.
Apply
paste to a soft cloth,
OR
Apply
a liquid,
nonflammable
household
cleaner
to the stained
area and rub with a soft
cloth
until all excess dye and stains are removed.
3.
Wipe
drum thoroughly
with
a damp cloth.
4.
Tumble
a load of clean cloths or towels
to dry drum.
NOTE: Garments
that contain
unstable
dyes, such as denim
blue jeans or brightly
colored
cotton
items, may discolor
the dryer interior.
These stains are not harmful
to your dryer and
will
not stain future loads of clothes.
Dry unstable
dye items inside out to avoid transfer of
dye.
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