Whirlpool WET4024EW0 Use And Care Manual page 15

CLEANING THE WASHER/DRYER LOCATION
Keep washer/dryer area clear and free from items that
would block the airflow for proper washer/dryer operation.
This includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the washer/
dryer.
CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR
To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until
stain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain loose 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 these items inside
out to avoid drum staining.
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 servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN
Every load cleaning
A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
On 27" models, the lint screen is located in the door opening
of the dryer.
On 24" models, it is located inside the dryer on the back wall.
To clean:
1. On 27" models, pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint
off the screen with your fingers.
On 24" models, pull out the lint screen and its cover,
and separate the cover and the screen by squeezing the
screen and pulling on the cover at the same time. Roll
lint off the screen with your fingers.
27" models
On all models, do not rinse or wash the screen
to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.
2. On 27" models, push the lint screen firmly back into
place.
On 24" models, put the lint screen and its cover back
together and push firmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose,
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damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause
overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal,
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check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
"Venting Requirements" in the Installation Instructions.
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build
up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying
times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before
your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged
if lint falls off while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,
or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue
buildup.
To wash:
1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.
Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue
buildup.
27" models
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel.
Reinstall screen in dryer.
24" models
24" models
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