Dryer Maintenance

Why dryer maintenance?

• A build up of lint in the dryer, dryer duct, or vent pipe can spark a fire.
• Lint buildup can make a dryer become less efficient and/or ultimately stop heating.
• Clean the lint trap every time the dryer is used.
• Clean the dryer duct & vent pipe at least once a year or more if machine starts to dry less efficiently.

Materials/tools:

• Vacuum with hand held tools
• Various dusting materials such as microfiber cloths
• Screwdriver
• Aluminum foil duct tape
• Dryer brushes
• Dust mask if especially sensitive to dust

Tips:

• Unplug dryer before starting to work.
• Remove the dryer duct to access the vent pipe. When reattaching, use aluminum foil duct tape to seal the duct to the vent pipe & back of machine before reattaching the clamps.
• Check the dryer duct for crimping as this can trap lint. In the video we shortened the duct as it was crimped at one end & was not sealed properly allowing dust into the room. The duct cuts easily with tin snips.
• Gently remove outside vent cover as it could break.