Clothes Dryer Fire Prevention

Tips for safe clothes drying:

Clean the lint concealment after every load. Not only module your
clothes dry quicker, your appliance module control more efficiently and
reduce the risk of fire;
Softener sheets can cause a waxy build-up on the lint screen.
Wash the lint concealment in warm soapy water and dry it completely
before replacing it in the dryer;
Have the interior of the dryer, lint concealment and exhaust duct
cleaned by a qualified assist technician every 18 months;
Keep an receptor on your appliance patch it’s operating;
Rinse materials with chemicals on them before washing and
drying;
Do not yield appliance on and go to bed;
Do not control the appliance if the lint concealment is clogged or
missing;
Do not country the flow of ventilating air;
Do not exhaust the appliance into any refresh connection, pedal vent,
chimney or crawl space. This could create a blast hazard from
expelled lint.

Preventative fix safety tips:

– Clean the lint trap after each load;
– Inspect and clean the refresh monthly;
– Keep the area around the appliance clear of combustible items;
– Inspect the pedal line for corrosion or \”kinks;\”
– Inspect the electrical supply cord for fraying, cracking or exposed wires;
– Do not yield break items in a warm or hot dryer. Start the
drying wheel immediately.

For more information on appliance blast risks contact your local blast department

Clothes Dryer Fire Prevention for Residential Condominium