Lint Removal - Whirlpool LE7700XW Use And Care Manual

Caring For Your Dryer
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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
qualitied 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.
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When replacing front panel
after lint removal, the wire clips
holding the door switch wires
must be anchored to top of
front and side panels. Wires
MUST NOT touch rotating
drum. (See page 13, step 7.)
Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or personal
injury.
tf your dryer is electric, or is gas
and has a lower front access panel:
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.
NOTE: See page 13 if your dryer is
gas and has a full front panel.