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    newSAHM Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 23, 2007, 10:22 AM
    Object fell in dryer lint screen slot.
    My dryer's lint screen comes out of the top of the dryer. I pulled it out to clean it, and a little rubber ball fell into the slot. I can't see it, can't get to it. I pulled the dryer out and tried to feel for it through the venting but we can only get so far. Laundry is backing up, any ideas?
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    May 23, 2007, 12:07 PM
    Try to pop open the flat panel below the door. Many dryers have a removeable panel held in by spring clips.
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    May 23, 2007, 01:58 PM
    You have two options. Try to remove vent from rear of machine, the ball should be there or call a service to come in and clean your vents out. I like the second optiion sice very rarely does anyone actually get these vents cleaned. They can be a co and fire hazzard if they are stuffed or blocked in anyway
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    May 23, 2007, 02:10 PM
    I usually use my vaccumm and it's flat attachement to clean mine out. If it is within reach, the ball should stick due to the suction.

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