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Clean your dryer lint filter every load—and check the vent

The U.S. Fire Administration advises cleaning dryer lint filters before and after each cycle and checking the vent system. Heat-pump and vented dryers have different maintenance instructions.

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Lint buildup restricts airflow and can increase overheating and fire risks. Even ductless heat-pump dryers need model-specific filter or heat-exchanger care. Clean only user-accessible parts; leave electrical and vent disassembly to qualified service.

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Locate the lint filter and its maintenance instructions in the dryer manual. Let the appliance stop before safely removing the filter.
Remove the accumulated lint by hand. Never run the dryer with its lint filter missing.
Wash the filter only if the model permits it and let it dry completely. Replace torn or damaged screens with an approved part.
Clean only user-accessible filter slots using the specified method. Do not dismantle the dryer cabinet.
For vented models, check that the external duct is not crushed and the outside outlet can open. Arrange periodic professional vent-duct cleaning.
If cycles become longer or you notice burning odors or overheating, stop using the dryer and request service. Aim to clear the lint filter before and after every load.

U.S. Fire AdministrationBasement and Garage Fire Safety ↗U.S. fire authority: clean dryer lint filters every use and clean exhaust ductwork annually; plug washer/dryer into wall outlets.U.S. Fire AdministrationAppliance and Electrical Fire Safety Pictographs ↗Official pictograph advises clearing the lint filter before using the dryer; not every appliance has the same filter position.U.S. Fire AdministrationAppliance and Electrical Fire Safety ↗Official fire prevention context: failure to clean is a major contributing factor for dryer fires; emphasize service when conditions are abnormal.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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