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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning Inside of Dryer
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
A clothes dryer produces combustible
lint. The dryer must be connected to an
outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove
any accumulation of lint around the
opening and in the surrounding area.
IMPORTANT
Clean the lint filter after every load.
WARNING
To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to
persons or property, comply with the
basic warnings listed in the Important
Safety Information and in this
Care and
Cleaning section.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD /
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
Before cleaning the laundry center
interior, unplug the electrical power
cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD /
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
DO NOT use any type spray cleanser when
cleaning the dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.
•
Clean the lint filter after every load.
Lint build-up on the filter restricts
air flow, which causes longer drying
times. The filter is located in the
dryer door. Remove by pulling
straight up. Remove the lint and
replace the filter.
•
Occasionally a waxy build-up may
form on the lint filter from using
dryer-added fabric softener sheets.
To remove this build-up, wash the
filter with warm, soapy water. Dry
the filter thoroughly and replace. DO
NOT operate the dryer without the
lint filter in place.
•
If the dryer drum becomes stained from
non colorfast fabrics, clean the drum
with a damp cloth and a mild liquid
household cleanser. Remove cleanser
residue before drying the next load.
•
Every 18 months a qualified service
personnel should clean the dryer
cabinet interior and exhaust duct.
These areas can collect lint and dust
over time. An excessive amount of
lint build-up could result in inefficient
drying and possible fire hazard.
Cleaning Inside of Washer
•
Remove items from the washer as soon
as the cycle ends. Excess wrinkling,
color transfer, and odors may develop
in items left in the washer.
•
Dry the washer top, the area around
the lid opening, and the underside of
the lid. These areas should always be
dry before the lid is closed.
•
Before cleaning the washer interior,
unplug the electrical power cord to
avoid electrical shock hazards.
•
When extremely soiled items have been
washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub
with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinse thoroughly with water.