Maytag Bravos W10260037A - Manuel (Page 11)

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Cleaning the Dryer Interior
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 unstable 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 unstable dye items inside out to avoid
transfer of dye.
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 person.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on
dryer usage.
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care
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.
Vacation or Storage 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. Gas Models: Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
4. Steam Models Only: Turn off the water supply to the dryer. This
helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to a water pressure
surge) while you are away.
Moving care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
3. Steam models only: 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:
WARNING
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. Steam models only: Shut off water faucet.
4. Steam models only: 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.
Special Instructions for Steam Models
Water Inlet Hoses
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.
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.