Maytag Stacked Laundry - Manual (Page 11)

9
Dryer Exhaust Tips
DO DON’T
WARNING — Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
D o
Read the installation instructions and
the user’s guide.
Do
Let your
dryer exhaust
the air easily.
Do
Use 4 inch diameter
rigid metal duct. Tape all joints.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
Do
Keep duct runs
as straight as
possible.
Do
Clean all old ducts
before installing your new
dryer. Be sure vent flap
opens and closes freely.
Don’t
Allow crushed
or clogged
ducts and vent.
Don’t
Use longer than
necessary duct
runs with many
elbows.
Don’t
Use plastic, thin
foil, or non-
metal flexible
duct.
Don’t
Restrict your dryer
with a poor
exhaust system.
D o n ’t
Let a poor exhaust system cause
slow drying.