Lint Removal - Whirlpool EL4030V Use And Care Manual

Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be a fuel for
fire. lt 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. lf you have any questions. please call our
Consumer Assistance Center at 18OM476737.
Electrlcal 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 handling.
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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 16, step 7.)
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury.
If 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 badt panel (electric) or bwer front
access panel (gas). Sea 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).
Ekblc dryer with bsck pand removed
4. Replace panel; reconned and level dryer
again, if necessary.
NOTE: See page 16 if your dryer is
gas
and has
a full front panel.
Gas dryer
with lower front
acms8 panel removed
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