Amana Clothes Dryer - Manual (Page 9)

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Do
Read the installation instructions
and the use and care guide.
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
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.
Don’t
Let a poor exhaust system cause
slow drying.
Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential
fire hazard.
WARNING
Dryer Exhaust Tips