Removing Accumulated Lint From The Dryer - Whirlpool Thin Twin User And Care Manual

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Removing accumulated lint
from the dryer
Lint can gather inside the dryer and be fuel
for
a
fire. it is recommended that 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
1-800-253-l 301.
Electrical Shock, Personal injury,
and Product Damage Hazard
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Unplug the Rower 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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More than one person is required to
lift, tilt, or move machine because of
its weight and size.
aTruck only from
rear.
Failure to follow the above instructions
could result in electrical shock, per-
sonal injury, or product damage.
1.
Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
the electrical power.
2. Remove back panel. See Installation
Instructions.
3. Remove lint from shaded area in illustra-
tion with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,
funnel (gas), or ignitor (gas).
4. Replace panel; reconnect and level dryer
again, if necessary.
Heat inlet
Thermostats Motor
Electric dryer with back panel removed
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