Service manual

Care and Cleaning

To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to

persons or property, comply with the basic warnings

listedin ImportantSafety Instructions andthose listed

below.

• Before cleaning the dryer interior, unplug the

electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock

hazards.

• Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning

dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock

could occur.

Inside

• Clean the lint screen after every load. Lint buildup in

the screen restricts air flow, which causes longer

drying times. The screen is located at the bottom of

the door opening. Remove by pulling straight up.

Remove the lint and replace the screen.

• Occasionally a waxy buildup may form on the lint

screen from using dryer-added fabric softener

sheets. To remove this buildup, wash the lint screen

in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace.

Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen in

place.

• If the dryer drum becomes stainedfrom noncolorfast

fabrics, clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild

liquid householdcleanser.Remove cleanserresidue

before drying the next load.

• Every18monthsanauthorizedservicershouldclean

the dryer cabinet interior and exhaust duct. These

areascancollectlint and dustover time.Anexcessive

amountof lint buildup couldresultin inefficient drying

and possible fire hazard.

Outside

• Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never

use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers.

• If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted

chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 liter)

water]. Rinse several times with clear water.

• Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a

mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or,

touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or

label.

• Before moving the dryer, placea strip of cardboard

or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to

prevent damage to floor.

Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at

any time. They can damage the finish or controls.