How to Clean the Exhaust Duct for a Kenmore Series 80 Dryer

The exhaust duct is critical for any dryer.

The Kenmore Series 80 dryer is a consumer product used to dry wet clothes that have been cleaned in a washing machine. The dryer works by spinning the wet clothes in the dryer drum to release the moisture on the clothes. When the exhaust duct is clogged, the moisture has nowhere to escape to. This means that the clothes are just going to stay wet. Clearing the duct is a project that can be completed by any homeowner, without the need of a repairman.

Things You'll Need

• Vacuum cleaner

Instructions

1. Unplug your dryer’s power cable from the outlet in your laundry room.

2. Pull the dryer away from the wall so you have a good space to work.

3. Unclamp the dryer clamp from the exhaust duct.

4. Pull the exhaust duct off of the dryer.

5. Use a vacuum to clear the exhaust duct. Reattach the exhaust duct to the dryer and plug the dryer back into the wall.

6. Turn the Kenmore series 80 back on.

Tips & Warnings

• Never work with a dryer that is still plugged into the wall outlet.

References

• Kemore User Instructions