Care And Cleaning - Kenmore 417-6171 Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The
dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust.
Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening
and remove any accumulation of lint around the
opening and in the surrounding area.
IMPORTANT
Clean the lint fi lter after every load.
NOTE
Fabric softener may build up in the dispenser
well. Residue should be removed once or twice a
month.
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WARNING
To reduce risk of fi re or serious injury to persons or property,
comply with the basic warnings listed in the Important Safety
Instructions and those listed below.
• Before cleaning the laundry center interior, unplug the electrical
power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
• Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning the dryer inte-
rior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
INSIDE DRYER
• Clean the lint fi lter after every load. Lint build-up on the fi lter
restricts air fl ow, which causes longer drying times. The fi lter is
located at the bottom of the door opening. Remove by pulling
straight up. Remove the lint and replace the fi lter.
• Occasionally a waxy build-up may form on the lint fi lter and/
or moisture sensing bars from using dryer-added fabric softener
sheets. To remove this build-up, wash them with warm, soapy wa-
ter. Dry the fi lter thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer
without the lint fi lter in place.
• If the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics,
clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household
cleanser. Remove cleanser residue before drying the next load.
• Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer
cabinet interior and exhaust duct. These areas can collect lint and
dust over time. An excessive amount of lint build-up could result in
ineffi cient drying and possible fi re hazard.
INSIDE WASHER
• Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excess
wrinkling, color transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the
washer.
• Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the
underside of the lid. These areas should always be dry before the
lid is closed.
• Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power
cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
• When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue
may remain on the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub with a non-
abrasive household cleanser. Rinse thoroughly with water.
• The base plate or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean
these parts with a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents
dye transfer to future loads.
FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER
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• Remove the dual chamber insert (a) from the bleach and fabric
softener dispenser by pinching at the chamber divider and lifting
upward. Also remove the siphon cap (b).
• Rinse the insert and cap with a combination of ¾ cup liquid chlo-
rine bleach and 1 gallon hot tap water to remove any buildup. Large
amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate improper dilution or
more frequent cleaning is required. Rinse well with tap water.
• For the dispenser well, use a small brush to clean the recesses.
Remove all residue.
• Replace the siphon cap and insert by pressing it in place until you
hear a slight click.
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