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For direct-wired dryers: 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 person. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Replace inlet hoses and hose screen after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement. "_ "+_]I, ' ...... I '

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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
person.
From
the Exhaust
Vent
Lint should
be removed
every 2 years, or more often, depending
on dryer
usage.
Replace inlet hoses and hose screen
after 5 years of use to
reduce the risk of hose failure.
Periodically
inspect
and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement.
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Install and store your dryer where it will not freeze, Because
some
water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage
your dryer. If
storing
or moving your dryer during freezing
weather, winterize
it.
Non-Use
or Vacation
Care
Operate
your dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on
vacation
or not using your dryer for an extended
period of time,
you should:
1.
Unplug dryer
or disconnect
power.
2.
Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning
the Lint Screen."
3.
Turn off the water supply
to the dryer. This helps to avoid
unintended
flooding
(due to a water pressure
surge) while you
are away.
To winterize
dryer
1.
Unplug dryer
or disconnect
power.
2.
Shut off water faucet.
3.
Disconnect
water
inlet hose from faucet
and drain.
To use dryer
again
1.
Flush water pipes. Reconnect
water inlet hose to faucet.
Turn
on water faucet.
2.
Plug in dryer or reconnect
power.
Moving
care
For power
supply
cord-connected
dryers:
1.
Unplug the power supply
cord.
2.
Shut off water faucet.
3.
Disconnect
the water inlet hose from faucet,
then drain the
hose. Transport
hose separately.
4.
Make sure leveling
legs are secure
in dryer base.
5.
Use masking
tape to secure dryer door.
For
direct-wired dryers:
Electrical
Shock
Hazard
Disconnect
power
before
servicing.
Replace
all parts
and
panels
before
operating.
Failure
to do
so
can
result
in
death
or electrical
shock.
1.
Disconnect
power.
2.
Disconnect
wiring.
3.
Shut off water faucet.
4.
Disconnect
the water inlet hose from faucet,
then drain the
hose. Transport
hose separately.
5.
Make sure leveling
legs are secure in dryer base.
6.
Use masking
tape to secure
dryer door.
Reinstalling
the dryer
Follow the "Installation
Instructions"
to locate,
level and connect
the dryer.
The dryer
light automatically
turns
on inside
the
dryer
drum
when
you open the door.
To
change
the drum
light
1.
Unplug dryer or disconnect
power.
2.
Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw
located
in the lower right
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
3.
Turn bulb counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance
bulb only. Replace the cover and secure
with the
screw.
4.
Plug in dryer or reconnect
power.
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