Whirlpool 1W10287573A User Guide

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block the 

air flow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing piles of 

laundry in front of the dryer.

Clean lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can 

increase drying time.

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, 

 

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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 

 

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the exhaust hood and remove the lint. The exhaust hood is 

located where the dryer air exits your home.

Style 1:
1.  The lint screen is located on top of the dryer. Pull the lint 

screen toward you. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. 

Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to 

remove.

2.  Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

Style 2:
1.  The lint screen is located in the door of the dryer. Pull the lint 

screen straight up. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. 

Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to 

remove.

2.  Push the lint screen firmly back into place.

1.   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.

1.  Apply a liquid, 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 loose 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 these items inside out to avoid 

drum staining.

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending 

on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified servicer.

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending 

on dryer usage.