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Removing Accumulated Lint
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage.
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care
Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze. Because some
water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your dryer. If
storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it.
Non-Use or Vacation Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on
vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you
should:
1. Un
plug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Gas models only: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Clean lint scr
een. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
4. T
urn off the water supply to the dryer. This helps to avoid
unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you
are away.
Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Gas models only: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove
fittings attached to dryer pipe.
4. Gas models only: Cap the open f
uel supply line.
5. Steam models only: Shut off w
ater faucet.
6. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet,
then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.
7. Make sure lev
eling legs are secure in dryer base.
8. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Steam models only: Shut off w
ater faucet.
4. Steam models only:
Disconnect the water inlet hose from faucet,
then drain the hose. Transport hose separately.
5. Make sure lev
eling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use masking
tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the dryer
Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect
the dryer.
Special Instructions for Steam Models
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses and hose screen after 5 years of use to reduce
the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if
bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.
To winterize dryer
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Gas models only: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Shut off water faucet.
4. Disconnect water inlet hose from faucet and drain.
To use dryer again
1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hose to faucet. Turn on
water faucet.
2. Pl
ug in dryer or reconnect power.
3. Gas models only: Open shutoff valve in gas supply line.
Changing the Drum Light
The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when
you open the door.
To change the drum light
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the
screw.
4. Pl
ug in dryer or reconnect power.