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How to Prevent a Dryer Fire

7/6/2017 (Permalink)

According to the U.S Fire Administration 2,900 home clothes dryer fires are reported a year and caused $35 million in property loss. 

34% of these fires occurred because they were not cleaned.  Dryer fires are more likely to happen during the fall and winter months.  

Dryer do's

  • Make sure to clean your dryer's lint trap.  Make sure to get all the lint, even the lint that is in the back of your dryer.  
  • Every three months be sure to clean out the vent pipe.
  • Make sure the outside vent is opening when the dryer is on.  Also make sure the went is not getting rained or snowed on.  
  • Keep dryer area free of any items that are flammable.
  • Get your dryer cleaned by a professional regularly. 
  • Check the vent system behind the dryer to make sure it is not damaged.

    Dryer Don't's

  • Don't use the dryer without a lint filter or use a lint filter that is broken.
  • Don't dry anything that is foam, rubber, or plastic.
  • Don't leave the dryer running while you aren't home or while you are sleeping.

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