Maytag MED6230 Owners Manual 1 - Page 27

CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT (ON SOME MODELS) 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the dryer. Using a 1/4" (6 mm) nut driver or socket wrench, remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner of the cover. Remove the cover. 3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10 W appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the screw. 4. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power. CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW GOOD AIR FLOW (CONTD.) Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless of who installed the dryer. To clean or repair venting, contact a venting specialist. MAINTAIN GOOD AIR FLOW BY: ■ Cleaning your lint screen before each load. ■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. ■ Use the shortest length of vent possible. ■ Use no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system; each bend and curve reduces air flow. Good Better ■ Remove lint and debris from the exhaust hood. ■ Remove lint from the entire length of the vent system at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final product check. ■ Clear away items from the front of the dryer. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. GOOD AIR FLOW Along with heat, dryers require good air flow to efficiently dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times and improve your energy savings. See Installation Instructions. The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow. Blocked or crushed vents as well as improper venting installation will reduce air flow and dryer performance. 27