DRYER CARE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTROL PANEL
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Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
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Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel.
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The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pre-
treatment soil and stain remover products. Apply such products away
from your dryer and wipe up any spills or overspray immediately.
STAINLESS STEEL OR ANODIZED DRUM
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To clean the stainless steel or anodized drum, use a damp cloth with
a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel and anodized
surfaces.
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Remove the cleaner residue and dry with a clean cloth.
DRYER EXTERIOR
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Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
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Protect the surface from sharp objects.
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Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the
dryer. Keep them on the purchased pedestal or in a separate storage
box. This may scratch or damage the top cover of the dryer.
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Since the entire dryer has a high-gloss finish, the surface can be
scratched or damaged.
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Avoid scratching or damaging the surface when using the dryer.
DRYER EXHAUST SYSTEM
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Should be inspected and cleaned yearly to maintain optimum
performance.
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Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood
(at the exhaust outlet) outside of the building.
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Check the interior of the duct and remove any lint accumulation.
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Be sure that lint is removed from the exhaust hood. Lint may collect in
the exhaust hood so that the flappers or louvers will not open or close
completely.
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After cleaning the exhaust hood, check that the flapper or louvers
move freely.
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Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, checking that the joints are
secure and sealed.
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Operate the dryer and verify that the exhaust air is not obstructed in
the vent and that there are no leaks in the system.
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The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure
proper operation.
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