Cleaning a clogged lint screen
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can
cause a residue buikfup on the lint screen. A
clogged lint screen can extend drying times.
Clean the lint screen every six months, or
more frequently, if it becomes clogged due
to a residue buildup.
Use
the following
method:
1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water
and
liquid detergent.
3. Scrub lint screen with the brush until all
residue buildup is removed.
4. Rinse with hot water.
5. Thoroughly
dry lint screen with
a
clean
towel and replace in dryer.
Cleaning the washer/dryer
interior
Washer:
l If the washer interior needs cleaning, put
1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and
2’cups (500 mL) of detergent in the
washer. Run through a complete cycle
using hot water.
Dryer:
Electrical Shock,
Personal Injury, and Fire and
Exploslon Hazard
l Turn off the electrical power before
cleaning the interior.
l Make sure the dryer is cool.
l Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or injury, fire, or explosion.
Garments which contain unstable dyes,
such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored
cotton items, may discolor the dryer interior.
To remove stains from the dryer drum:
1. Make a paste with laundry detergent and
very warm water.
2. Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area
until all excess dye is removed.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.
4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.
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