45MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
Regular Cleaning
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock,
injury to persons, or death when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including
the following:
• Unplug the dryer before cleaning.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners,
or solvents to clean the washer. They will
damae the finish.
Cleaning the Exterior
Proper care of your dryer can extend its life. The
outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm
water and a mild, nonabrasive household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp
cloth.
NOTE
• Do not use methylated spirits, solvents, or similar
products.
• Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers; they
can damage the surface.
Cleaning the Interior
Wipe around the door opening and seal with a soft,
damp cloth to prevent lint and dust buildup that could
damage the door seal.
Clean the window with a soft cloth dampened with
warm water and a mild, nonabrasive household
detergent, then wipe dry.
The stainless steel drum can be cleaned with a
conventional stainless steel cleaner, used according
to the manfactrers specifications. ever se steel
wool or abrasive cleansers; they may scratch or
damage the surface.
Cleaning Around and Under the
Dryer
Vacuum lint and dust from around the dryer and
underneath it regularly. Vent ductwork should be
checked for lint buildup and cleaned at least once per
ear. f an noticeale redction in airo or drin
performance occurs, immediately check ductwork for
obstructions and blockages.
Maintaining Ductwork
Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup
once per month and cleaned at least once per
ear. f an noticeale redction in airo or drin
performance occurs, immediately check ductwork
for ostrctions and locaes. ontact a alified
technician or service provider.
Cleaning the Lint Filter
las clean the lint from the filter after ever ccle.
Lint Filter
o clean the lint filter open the drer door and pll
the lint filter straiht p. hen
1
For everda cleanin roll an lint off the filter
ith or finers or
2
acm the lint filter.
3
f the lint filter has ecome ver dirt or cloed
ith faric softener ash the lint filter in arm
soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before
reinstalling.
NOTE
• operate the drer ithot the lint filter in
place.