Maytag BRAVOS MGD6600TQ0 Use & Care Manual page 24

DRYER CARE
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Clean the lint screen be6re each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
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.
Every load cleaning
1. The lint screen is located on the top of the dryer. Pull the lint screen toward you. Roll lint
off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. VVet lint is
hard to remove.
As needed cleaning
1. Roll lint off screen with your 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. Insert lint screen back into dryer.
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub
with a soft cloth until stain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of dean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored
cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and
will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of
dye.
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
lJnt should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. (-_leaning
should be done by a qualified person.
From the Exhaust Vent
kint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.
Replace inlet hoses after .r5years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect
and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
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