When Did You Check Your Dryer For “Lint?”

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I was drying a couple of microfiber fabric for my eye glasses.

My new glasses were dirty and so was my microfiber cloths that I had gotten with other glasses.  I had the spray and proceeded to clean my new glasses.  I looked toward the light and there was a film.  I had no other choice than to hand wash them.

They aren’t very big so I didn’t think they would take long to dry.  While I waited I decided to shine my utility sink.  I hadn’t gotten all the mud scum out of it from earlier so thought was a great time.

I am scrubbing away and I noticed the dryer was really smelling hot.  I felt it and could not believe how hot it was for the short time I was drying.

So the SHE that I am, I stopped the dryer, took out the lint catcher and shined a flashlight down there.  Oh my!  So I used the brush I use to clean under the refrigerator.  It was challenging to say the least because the brush kept bending.  With some patience the amount in the picture is what I got out.  I was a bit surprised as I try to clean it out monthly.  Somehow I must have skipped a month.  My sensitive nose came through and smelled danger.  I don’t know how much more is in there but I am now thinking seriously of getting yet another Flylady product from Hey Tom the lint dryer cleaner.

We already have to be aware of Christmas tree fires, let’s all check with a flashlight how much lint is sitting on the bottom of your dryer and get what you can out.  It could save your home and your life!
Dance Till You FLY!
Marilyn

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