Maytag MGT3800TW User Instructions - Page 6

WASHER/DRYER CARE Keep washer/dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Q. Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked can increase drying time. IMPORTANT: by lint • Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics. • If lint falls off the screen into the dryer during removal, check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer, Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Cleaning the exterior Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new, Cleaning the interior Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 scoops or caps full of detergent. Pour this into your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat this process if necessary. NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models): 1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs. 2. Rinse dispenser under a warm water faucet, then replace it. NOTE: If your model has a liquid fabric softener dispenser, do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only. Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker. Every Load Cleaning Style 1: 1. The lint screen is located inside the dryer on the back wall. Pull out the lint screen and its cover. 2. Separate the cover and the screen by squeezing the screen and pulling on the cover at the same time. 3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. 4. Put the lint screen and cover back together and push firmly back into place. Style 2: 1. The lint screen is located inside the dryer in the front door well. Pull the lint screen straight up. 2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. 3. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. As Needed Cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls off the screen. Clean the lint screen (as outlined following) every 6 months, or more frequently if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup. f. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. 2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water. 3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup. 4. Rinse screen with hot water. 5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Replace screen in dryer. To clean dryer drum 1. Apply a nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until stain is removed. 2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth. 3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum. NOTE: Garments that 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 avoid dye transfer.