Dryer Care - Kenmore 68102 Use & Care Manual

DRYER CARE
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least !8 inches (460 turn) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum
I. 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 wJJJ
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.
fCieaning the lint screen
Every load cleanlng
The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked by
lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen straight out of its holder. Roll lint off
the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen
to remove lint.
2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
iMPORTANT:
[] Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,
biocked, 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_
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
"Venting Requirements" in the Installation Instructions.
As needed cleanlng
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,
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall
screen in dryer.
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