Plumber Helper

To keep your clothes dryer looking and running well for many years requires a small amount of attention.

•  be careful in using laundry products not to spill them on the exterior of the dryer. Wipe up any spills at once. Most exteriors are painted (synthetic enamel) which can be damaged or removed by chlorine bleach, ammonia, solvents or other chemicals often used in laundering & stain removal. Do not use dryer top as work-top for stain removal unless it is protected by heavy plastic cover, or for rust removal. Use the sink instead & follow remover product label directions exactly including flushing sink w/ cold water.
• do not spray pre-wash stain removers on clothing on top of dryer unless top is protected completely; this may corrode plastic control parts as well as paint.
• clean lint filter after each load for efficient drying. If load is very dirty, clean filter part-way through drying cycle also. Clean out exhaust vent system at least once a year, & be sure it is not clogged at any time. NEVER vent dryer into house; vent outside.
• check labels on garments &amp other textile items &amp never dry w/ heat those items which warn against such drying lest a fire start. Never dry items used w/ solvent or waxes for the same fire hazard reason.