Dryer Exhaust Tips - Maytag Performa PDET910AZW Use & Care Manual

Dryer Exhaust Tips

Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
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Read the Installation Instructions
and the Use and Care Guide.
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Let your dryer exhaust
the air easily.
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Use 4 inch
diameter rigid
metal duct. Tape all
joints, including at the dryer.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
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Keep duct runs as straight
as possible.
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Clean all old ducts before installing
your new dryer. Be sure vent flap
opens and closes freely. Inspect
and clean the exhaust system
annually.
WARNING
4"
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Let a poor exhaust system
cause slow drying.
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Restrict your dryer with a
poor exhaust system.
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Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
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Use longer than necessary
duct runs with many
elbows.
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Allow crushed or clogged
ducts and vent.
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