Removing Accumulated Lint; Vacation And Moving Care - Maytag 3RMED4905TW0 Use & Care Manual Installation Instructions

Cleaning the Dryer Interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth.
OR
Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area and rub with a soft
cloth until all excess dye is removed.
3. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored
cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and
will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry unstable dye items inside out to avoid transfer of
dye.

Removing Accumulated Lint

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning
should be done by a qualified person.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacation care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your
dryer for an extended period of time, you should:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen."
Moving care
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
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