Whirlpool REC3622D Use And Care Manual page 12

Removing accumulated
lint
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel
for fire. Lint should be removed every two to
three years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person. If you have any questions
or comments, please call our toll-free number
at l-800-447-6737.
For all electric dryers, or gas dryers
1.
Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel (electric) or lower
front access panel (gas).
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustra-
tion with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
Avoid damaging wires, thermostats
(electric), funnel (gas), or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel.
5. Reconnect and level dryer again, if
necessary.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug dryer before removing dryer
panels.
Wear gloves when handling dryer
parts.
Failure to do so can result in death,
electrical shock, or serious cuts.
Thermostats
Heater Heat element
A box
terminals
Electric dryer with back panel removed
lgnitor Funnel
Gas dryer wlth lower front
access panel removed
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