Can your dryer cause a Fire?

11/8/2021 (Permalink)

Dryers can cause fires in any location. It is important to understand the different fire preventative tips.

Dryers can cause fires in any location. It is important to understand the different fire preventative tips. Here are some fire prevention tips from The National Fire Prevention Association

• Has your dryer been installed and serviced by a professional? 
• Do not use the dryer without a lint filter. 
• Make sure you clean the lint filter before or after each load of laundry. 
• Remove lint that has collected around the drum.
• Rigid or flexible metal venting material should be used to sustain proper airflow and drying time.
• Make sure the air exhaust vent pipe is not restricted and the outdoor vent flap will open when the dryer is operating. 
• Keep dryers in good working order. 
• Make sure the right plug and outlet are used and that the machine is connected properly. 

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