Prevent Dryer Fires
- Clothes dryers are a leading cause of fires in homes, hotels and motels, and hospitals.
- Clean the filter screen after every use. Accumulated lint in the screen will clog the vent and cause the dryer to overheat and catch fire.
- Don’t leave the dryer on unattended. Stay home while the dryer is in use, and turn it off before leaving the house.
- Every six months, clean the pipe that vents to the outside. Use a vacuum to remove lint and dust.
- Vacuum the motor area if you can access it; you may need to remove a panel to do this. This will clear the area of dust and lint that could ignite if heated.
