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Removing accumulated lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. Lint should 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
or comments, please call our Consumer
Assistance Center at l-800-253-1 301 from
anywhere in the U.S.A.
For ail electric dryers, or gas dryers
which have a lower front access panel
NOTE: See page 20 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 using a hex-head
screwdriver (l/4 inch).
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustra-
tion 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 Hazard
Unplug dryer before removing dryer
panels.
Wear gloves when handling dryer
parts.
Make sure door switch wires are not
touching the dryer drum before
closing the top. See page 20, Step 7.
Failure to do so can result in death,
electrical shock, or serious cuts.
Thermostats Heater Heat element
box terminals
Electric dryer with back panel removed
ignitor
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Fuynel
Gas dryer with lower front
access panel removed
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