Cleaning The Lint Screen; Cleaning The Dryer Interior; Removing Accumulated Lint - Whirlpool W11555816A Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

CLEANING THE WASHER/DRYER LOCATION
Keep washer/dryer area clear and free from items that would
block the airflow for proper washer/dryer operation. This
includes clearing piles of laundry in front of the washer/dryer.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the
floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.

CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR

To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain
is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim
blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the
dryer interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and
will not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside
out to avoid drum staining.

REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT

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 service technician.
From the exhaust vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.

CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN

Every load cleaning
A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.
The lint screen is located in the door opening of the dryer.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with
your fingers.
Do not rinse or wash the screen to remove lint. Wet lint is
hard to remove.
2.
Push the lint screen firmly back into place.
IMPORTANT:
Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,
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blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check
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the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
"Venting Requirements" in the Installation Instructions.
As-needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up
on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times
for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is
completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off
while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months, or
more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.
To wash:
1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub
lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall screen
in dryer.
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