CHECKING YOUR VENTDRYER USE
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve
maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the
minimum recommended installation clearances found in the Starting Your Dryer
Installation Instructions. Refer to the Installation Instructions for
more information.WARNING
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
Fire Hazardgasoline, away from dryer.
Use a heavy metal vent.Do not dry anything that has ever had anything
Do not use a plastic vent.flammable on it (even after washing).
Do not use a metal foil vent.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be WARNING
covered under the warranty.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for
by the customer, whether it was a paid installation or self-
installed.
1. Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 10.2 cm (4")
metal or flexible metal vent. Do not kink or crush flexible
metal vent. It must be completely extended to allow adequate Fire Hazard
exhaust air to flow. Check vent after installation. Refer to the
Installation Instructions for proper length requirements of No washer can completely remove oil.
vent.Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
2. Use a 10.2 cm (4") exhaust hood.it (including cooking oils).
Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried
on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
10.2 cmor fire.
(4")
This booklet covers several different models. Your dryer may not
3. Use the straightest path possible when routing the vent.have all of the cycles and features described.
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to
remove dust from storing and shipping.
1. Clean lint screen before each load. See ?Cleaning the Lint
Screen.?
2. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not
pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
Maximum clothing load (cotton fabrics) is 9.1 kg (20 lbs).
Good Better
4. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the
vent to secure vent.
5. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at
least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new
location. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final
product check.
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