Dryer Care - Maytag MDE17CS Service Manual

ClEaNiNG THE DrYEr lOCaTiON
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that
would obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
such as petrol, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 46 cm (18 inches)
above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
ClEaNiNG THE liNT SCrEEN
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the door opening
of the dryer. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time.
To clean
1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off
the screen with fingers. Do not rinse or
wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard
to remove.
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

DrYEr CarE

iMPOrTaNT:
• Do not run the dryer with the lint screen
loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing
so can cause overheating and damage to
both the dryer and fabrics.
• If lint falls off the screen into the dryer
during removal, check the exhaust
hood and remove the lint. See "Venting
Requirements."
as needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue
can build up on the lint screen. This buildup
can cause longer drying times for clothes,
or cause the dryer to stop before the load
is completely dry. The screen is probably
clogged if lint falls off while the screen is in
the dryer. Clean the lint screen with a nylon
brush every 6 months, or more frequently, if it
becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
To wash
1. Roll lint off the screen with fingers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid
detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush
to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean
towel. Replace screen in dryer.
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