Tumble Dryer Installation/Operation Maintenance Manual

M414545

Section VI

Preventive Maintenance Instructions

DAILY

LINT REMOVAL

Refer to Figure 32.

1. Open the lint panel.

2. Remove all accumulated lint in the lint compartment

area. Lightly brush any lint that may be left on the lint

screen. Lint left in the lint compartment is drawn

back onto the lint screen and will restrict proper air

circulation.

3. Be sure the lint screen is not torn. If it is, replace

immediately. A torn lint screen allows lint to pass

from the tumbler to the ductwork system, thus

creating a restriction to air circulation.

4. The lint screen is designed to completely cover the

entire opening in the lint screen hood. Be sure that it

does so. Excessive gaps between the lint screen and

the lint screen hood allows lint to pass into the

ductwork system.

5. Wipe any accumulated lint off of the thermostat

sensing probe, cabinet hi-limit thermostat (if

applicable) or thermistor (micro models). Failure to

do so will allow a buildup of lint in this area to act as

an insulator and cause overheating in the tumbler.

6. Replace the lint panel on the tumbler, ensuring a tight

fit and lock.

7. Keep tumbler area clear and free from combustible

materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and

liquids.

Figure 32

To reduce the risk of serious injury, do not

open the lint panel while the tumbler is in

operation. Open tumbler door and allow

cylinder to completely stop before

cleaning lint screen.

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WARNING

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THERMOSTAT

SENSING PROBE

LINT

SCREEN