Dryer Maintenance And Care; Removing Accumulated Lint - Whirlpool YWED5050LW Owner's Manual

CARE
Explosion Hazard
away from dryer.
flammable o nit (even after washing).
for a garage installation.
laundry
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front of the dryer.
Cleaning the Dryer Interior
To clean dryer drum:
with a soft cloth.
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OR
to avoid transfer of dye.
From inside the dryer cabinet:
on dryer usage.
To clean:
hard to remove.
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2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See "Venting
Requirements" in the Installation Instructions.
Mm Clean space where lint screen is located, as needed. Using a
of the lint screen.
As-needed cleaning:
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the
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
6 months, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a
residue buildup.
To wash:
1 . Rolllint off the screen with your fingers.
lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall screen
in dryer.