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USING THE DR
YER
Venting the Dryer
For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is
not vented to the specifications below. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.
This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust.
DO NOT
use a plastic vent.
DO NOT
exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or
concealed space of a building.
DO NOT
install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
DO NOT
install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
DO NOT
use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
The Exterior:
Wipe or dust any spills or washing
compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and
finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment
soil and stain remover products. Apply these products
away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and
dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these
products is not covered by your warranty.
The Lint Filter:
Clean the lint filter before each use.
Slide out the grid that covers the filter. Run your fingers
across the filter. A waxy buildup may form on the lint filter
from using dryer-added fabric softener sheets. To remove
this buildup, wash the lint screen in warm, soapy water. Dry
thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without
the lint filter and grid in place. Have a qualified technician
vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year.
Dryer Interior and Duct:
The interior of the
appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once a year
by qualified service personnel.
The Exhaust Duct:
Inspect and clean the exhaust
ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A partially
clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time.
Follow these steps:
1. Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from
the wall socket.
2. Disconnect the duct from the dryer.
3. Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and
reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hood:
Check with a mirror
that the
inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make
sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting
inside the duct or hood.
Model:
GUD27 & GUV27
Clean lint
from mesh
Model:
GUD24
Clean lint
from mesh
WARNING
- Fire Hazard
Care and Cleaning - Dryer
Correct
Venting
Incorrect
Venting
Venting - Dryer
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or that is near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce condensation and
lint build-up.
