Fisher & Paykel Dryer Installation Instructions Manual page 43

Cleaning
Exhaust Duct
Inspect and clear] the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year
to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust carl lenqthen
the drying time.
To clear] the exhaust duct follow these steps:
1 Turn of[electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the
wall socket.
2 Disconnect exhaust duct from the dryer.
B Vacuum the exhaust duct with hose attachment or attach a rag
to a pole or drain cleaning wire and clear] duct.
Exhaust Hood
a Make sure the inside flaps of the exhaust hood move freely (you
may want to check with a mirror).
a Make sure inside flaps are fully open when dryer is operating.
• Make sure there is not wild life (birds, insects, etc.) nesting
inside the exhaust duct or hood.
Venting
For best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented.
To keep your dryer operating at peak performance, be sure to have a technician vacuum the lint
from the machine every three years.
Carefully follow the details on Exhausting
in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
• Useonly rigid metal or flexible metal lOOmm
(4") diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
or for exhausting to the outside.
• Usethe shortest length possible.
Do not crush or collapse.
Avoid resting the duct or] sharp objects.
Do not use plastic or other combustible
ductwork.
• Venting must conform to local building
codes,
Incorrect Venting
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