Whirlpool LT5009XM - Manual (Page 15)

Lint screen
Clean the lint screen betöre each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD,
The lint screen is
inside the dryer p^n
drum, on the straight
back wall
out,
1. Use the finger
holes to pull
t'le lih’ screen
srraign- out
O
WARNING: DO NOT run the
dryer with the llht screen
loose, damaged or missing
Doing so can cause over­
heating, can damage fabrics and
can be a FIRE HAZARD.
Lightly ^
squeeze the
bod y, G3
shown while
puliina the
C-Ov0r o!'
Roil iirn oft the
screen with
you' finge.’-;,
DO NOT rinse
or wash the
screen. Wet lint is hard to remove.
4. Replace the cover on the body of
the lint screen,
5. Push the lint screen straight back
in until it clicks into place
Squeeze body;
pull cover off.
Lint removal
Lintcangatherinsidethedryerandcreateafirehazard
This lint should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified service person.
1. Remove back panel from dryer
2. Avoid touching thermostats
wires, terminals and heater box,
3. Remove lint from shaded area
- see art - with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner,
4. Replace back panel Recon­
nect , exhaust duct, etc
Level the washer/dryer
• Avoid electricai shock
hazard-unplug power
A ^ suppiy cord or turn off
^ A electrical power.
• Avoid injury or damage-do not
put hands inside cabinet.
• Metal edges may be sharp.
• Make sure dryer is cool.
15