Maytag INTELLIDRY MD-16 - Manual (Page 4)

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D
RYER EXHAUST TIPS
WARNING — Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
Do
Read the installation
instructions and the
user’s guide.
Don’t
Allow crushed or clogged ducts
and vent.
Don’t
Use plastic, thin foil, or
non-metal flexible duct.
Don’t
Let a poor
exhaust system
cause slow drying.
Do
Let your dryer
exhaust the air easily.
Do
Use 4 inch diameter
rigid metal duct. Tape all joints,
including at the dryer. 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.
Inspect and clean the exhaust
system annually.
Don’t
Restrict your dryer with a poor exhaust
system.
Don’t
Use longer than necessary duct runs
with many elbows.