Whirlpool LE4440XW Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
Lint removal
Electtic dyer wlth bsck pand removed
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Gas dryer wlth lower front
access panel removed
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be
a fuel for fire. lt is recommended the
lint be removed every 2 to 3 years, or
more often, depending on dryer
usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. lf you have any
questions, please call our Consumer
Assistance Center at l-800-253-1301.
ElectrIcal Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrlcsl power
before removing dryer panels.
l Make sure the dryer ls cool.
l Dryer parts can have sharp
edgea Use care when han-
dllng.
l When replaclng front panel
after lint removal, the wlre clips
holding the door switch wires
must be anchored to top of
front and side panels. Wires
MUST NOT touch rotatlng
drum. (See page 12, step 7.)
Failure to do 80 could result In
electrkal shock or personal
Injury.
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If your dryer Is electrk, or Is gas
and has a lower front access panel:
1.
Unplug the power supply cord or
turn off the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or
bwer front accass panel (gas). See
Installation Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in
illustration with a soft brush or
vacuum deaner. Avoid damaging
wires, thermostats (electric), funnel
(gas) or igniter (gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
level dryer again, if necessary.
NOTE: See page 12 if your dryer is
gas and has a full front panel.
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