Whirlpool LG8861XW Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be
a fuel for fire. ft 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 parson. ff you have any
questions, please call our Consumer
Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301.
Electrical Shock and
Personal tnJury Hazard
l Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrlcal power
before removing dryer panels.
l Make sure the dryer k cool
l Dryer parts can have sharp
edges. Use care when han-
dllng.
l When replacing front panel
after lint removal, the wlre clips
holdlng the door switch wires
must be anchored to top of
front and side panels. Wlrss
MUST NOT touch rotatlng
drum. (See page 12, step 7.)
Failure to do so could result ln
elect&al shock or personal
Injury.
fyourdryerlselectrk,orisgas
and has a lower front access panel:
1. Unplug the power supply cord or
turn off the electrical power.
2. Remove bade panel (electric) or
bwer front access panel (gas). See
Installation Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in
illustration with a soft brush or
vacuum deaner. Avoid damaging
wires, thermostats (elactrk), funnel
(gas) or igniter (gas).
4. Replace panel; reaxtnect and
level dryer again, if necessary.
NOTE: See page 12 if your dryer is
gas and has a lull front panel.
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