Cleaning the dryer interior, Removing accumulated lint, Vacation, storage, and moving care – Whirlpool Thin Twin User Manual

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Cleaning the Dryer Interior

To clean dryer drum

1.

Make a paste with powdered laundry detergent and very
warm water.

2.

Apply paste to a soft cloth.

OR

Apply a liquid, non-flammable household cleaner to the
stained area and rub with a soft cloth until all excess dye is
removed.

3.

Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

4.

Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry drum.

NOTE:

Garments which 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 prevent dye transfer.

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 washer/dryer where it will not freeze.
Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage
your washer/dryer. If storing or moving your washer/dryer during
freezing weather, winterize it.

Non-use or vacation care

Operate your washer/dryer only when you are at home. If you will
be on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended
period of time, you should:

Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.

Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you
are away.

To winterize washer/dryer

1.

Shut off both water faucets.

2.

Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3.

Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.

4.

Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds
to mix the antifreeze and water.

5.

Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.

To use washer/dryer again

1.

Flush water pipes and hoses.

2.

Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3.

Turn on both water faucets.

4.

Plug in washer/dryer or reconnect power.

5.

Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250
mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

To transport the washer/dryer

1.

Shut off both water faucets.

2.

Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3.

If washer/dryer will be moved during freezing weather, put in
a quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. Run washer
on a spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze
and water.

4.

Disconnect the drain from the drain system.

5.

Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power.

6.

Disconnect the exhaust vent.

7.

If your washer/dryer is a gas model, close shut-off valve in
gas supply line.

8.

If your washer/dryer is a gas model, disconnect gas supply
line pipe and remove fittings attached to the washer/dryer
pipe.

9.

Wash lint screen.

10.

Make sure leveling legs are secure.

11.

Place the inlet hoses into the basket.

12.

Drape the power cord and drain hose over edge and into the
basket.

13.

Use masking tape to secure the washer lid and dryer door.

Re-installing your washer/dryer

1.

Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and
connect the washer/dryer.

2.

Run the washer through the Normal cycle with 1 scoop or
cap full of detergent to clean the washer and remove the
antifreeze, if used.

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.

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