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A clogged, torn, or warped lint filter restricts airflow through the drum, dramatically increasing drying times. Replacing the filter restores proper air circulation.
Blocked airflow from a damaged lint screen causes heat to build up and trip the thermal limiter or thermal fuse, resulting in little or no heat output.
Restricted airflow from a clogged filter causes the dryer to overheat and activate its automatic safety shutoff before the cycle completes.
A torn mesh screen or detached felt seal allows fine lint to pass into the blower housing and exhaust duct, creating a fire hazard and reducing dryer efficiency.
A damaged or improperly seated lint filter can allow debris to re-circulate inside the drum and deposit on fabrics during the drying cycle.
💡 Pro Tip: Is Your Lint Filter the Problem?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Clothes take longer than normal to dry — a clogged or damaged screen blocks critical airflow
⚠️ Dryer produces no heat or insufficient heat — restricted airflow trips the thermal limiter
⚠️ Dryer shuts off too soon mid-cycle — overheating caused by lint buildup activates safety cutouts
⚠️ Visible tears, broken frame, or detached felt seal on the existing filter screen
🔍 Diagnostic Tip: Hold the filter up to a light source — if you can't see light through the mesh even after cleaning, the screen is clogged beyond recovery and must be replaced. Also check that the felt seal sits flush in the slot; any gap allows fine lint to enter the blower housing and accumulate on the heating element, creating a fire hazard.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× W10120998 Dryer Lint Filter with integrated felt seal (12.5" W × 10.5" D)
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