Lint Removal - Whirlpool LE5770XW Use And Care Manual

Thermostats Heat element
Electric dryer with back panel removed
Igniter I
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Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be
a fuel for fire. It is recommended the
lint be removed every 2 to 3 years, or
more often, depending on dryer
usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. If you have any
questions, please call our Consumer
Assistance Center at
1-800-253-l 301.
Electrical Shock and
Personal Injury Hazard
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Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power
before removing dryer panels.
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Make sure the dryer is cool.
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Dryer parts can have sharp
edges. Use care when han-
dling.
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or personal
injury.
1. Unplug the power supply cord or
turn off the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or
lower front access panel (gas). See
Installation Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in
illustration with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner. Avoid damaging
wires, thermostats (electric), funnel
(gas) or igniter (gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
level dryer again, if necessary.
Gas dryer with lower front
access
panel removed
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