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Vacuum Dryer Lint Hack
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- Опубліковано 19 сер 2024
- Today, I'm going to show you a little hack that I made so that I will be able to clean my dryer's lint trap..no not the lint trap filter...this you can easily clean..the one I'm talking about is the inside and down the dryer after the lint filter. This is the place that your regular vacuum hose is not able to reach. They sell those lint vent brushes but still is not able to clean it thoroughly. I know everybody or everybody should know that you need to keep up in cleaning the lint trap and occasionally at least once a year, you need to clean out the vents of your dryer to prevent fire...
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An easier method is just to use a paper towel cardboard roll and you can flatten that at one end to fit the deep crevice in the dryer and tape it to your vacuum nozzle.
Maureen u da real MVP
Ty this helped
Maureen, thank you, I’m going to try it! Thanks for sharing! 😉
Bravo on the cardboard tube. I will try that. The hack PVC hack was very smart and well done (but I would risk melting my distracted self.
I have an electric dryer and I unplug it and un-clamp and remove the plastic corrugated hose then use the regular shop vacuum hose inside the dryer under the drum. I wonder if the area under the filter chute is open to where I was vacuuming. Fortunately there is only 6 inches from the corrugated hose to the pipe outside so that is easy to clean. I did get my hand down the filter chute and pulled out a wad of lint, but bruised my hand and it was not a good cleaning. Also the dryer hums but the drum doesn't spin so I can't use it now. Someone said the fan will stop and maybe hum if there is too much lint on thr There are hex head things on some metal plates on the back that I don't know if I can get off. Don't know what they are for. I Relatives had a fire from their dryer. The family got out safely but there was much damage to the home. I actually don't mind hanging my clothes to dry in the house and doing a bit of ironing.
Came here to say this!
Let me try swifter duster first. Few years ago moved into an old house with an 2001 washer/dryer. The electric dryer made this burnt smell, and I stopped it immediately. Watched YT and opened up the whole dryer. Guess what? The lint was clogged all the way from inside the lint filter to the back exhaust exit. Inside the dryer, the heating element/metal was also rusted and partially burnt/disconnected with lint burnt on it. Thus the burnt smell. Bought the heating element from sears parts for less than $100 and replaced. Thanks to people like you posting DIY videos.
Wow! You saved your house by preventing a fire! Thank God for your quick action.
You can do the same thing with a cardboard tube from Christmas wrapping paper and some tape. Great idea if you are looking for a long lasting option. Thanks again
Bravo! Thanks for this excellent tip! I have bought a new dryer and I cleaned my dryer tubing before installing the dryer, and I want to keep things in tip-top efficiency. Another approach would be to 3D print a longer crevice tool so that it is both long enough for the lint trap and fits the hose properly and snugly. Thank you for an amazingly inventive suggestion that will help a lot of people and even prevent fires and keep people safe.
You are welcome. Good idea on the 3D printing. Also and flexible hose should also do the trick.
THAT would be safer- not toxic to make.
Saw another video, where it shows you how to unscrew the cover so you can get all of the lint. The purpose of cleaning the trap is not to burn down the house.
One thing I also do for a step also is the side plastic side vent caps that are removable. I pop these out and with a flashlight I vacuum out all the lint inside under the drum. Depending on the condition and age of the appliance. If really bad I disassemble it by removing the main drum and do a deep clean, and use metal tape and cover all the small leak areas where lint gets into the underneath the drum. Great video.
I'm happy I found this! That's such a great idea about the PVC pipe!!! I'm really short and we have super tall valuated ceilings...this is going to make cleaning that easier.
Alright, there's some lint in the screen filter housing, but is less than 10% of the lint you have inside the dryer. If you have a dryer used for more than 2 or 3 years call a dryer technician to disassemble it and clean it, that's the safest thing to do.
There is a $10 vacuum extension at Walmart called Lint Lizard.
I have to check that out. Thanks.
Yep that's what I use with a link filter cleaning brush for a couple bucks at Harbour Frieght.
I got your lizard!
What if a person doesn't have walmart or live in USA?
And Target too.
Good job. I have the same dryer, I just remove the plastic receiver from the dryer it’s only 2 screws. That way I make sure I get every last bit
Thanks...
And you don't have to melt plastic-toxic.
With some older dryer models, the lint filter's duct assembly/housing can't be removed as easily--you have to lift up the top panel, remove one or more front panels, etc. before you have access to it.
I have this dryer too.. Are the 2 screws you're referencing in the front?
its a good thing that the engineers of the dryer lint system didn't make air filter systems for automobiles.
True. :)
Lmao!
They could probably find work deigning bridges for FIU University in Florida.
good idea to put pcc on stove to made any shape you want ,thank you for sharing
A lot has made a comment that it is not advisable to do this inside the house and without ventilation...the fumes released are toxic..
use a 2 1/2 foot length of clear 1/2 hose , wrap a wash cloth around one end and stick into the vacuum cleaner hose and clean the vent with the other end . A flashlight and a refer coil brush helps do a better job .
It is typically only 2 screws to remove the cover that gives adequate access to inside for cleaning.
this should be the only real answer.
Theirs no screws on my dryer or any dryer I'm confused 🤣🤣🤣
@@jasminejohnstone1803 "or any dryer" ya ok.
The screws will be on the inside of the dryer. They're there, because that's how the screen holder is attached. The screen holder isn't stuck there with magic.
@@Locke99GS Iv never had a dryer before. Thanks for sharing 🤣🤣 I have fluff on the dryer rim it's driving me nuts. Its covering my clothes in hair. No idea. I'll have to ask my bf. 😒😒
@@Locke99GS since having a dryer it's been nothing but hassle 🤣🤣🤣
Rolled and flattened cardboard works well too, for a flat crevice tool.
Sweet...but even faster find a smaller tube that fits down..and duct tape it to ur vacuum line...done
Genius! And you can do one for the inside of a double radiator as well 👍
Amaizing. Thank you very much. TX/PR
Thank you too!
I've blasted through 15 terrible videos just to get to this one. I can tell in the first 5 seconds if I'm going to like a video and I approve of yours only because of the sensible approach and reasonable structure. But I'll tell you like I tell all the other lint trap dreamers: you have to take the dryer apart to get the lint out otherwise your wasting your time. The glory hole of lint is usually in the bottom and its going to blow your mind! Keep researching and get it done right! Great idea though, with the vacuum cleaner, I'm going to build a central vacuum with some sort of PVC pipe like that. Next mission: procure exLAX and then get some sleep and stop dreaming about those little plastic lint trap apparatus. Be a MAN and get that lint monster hiding in the bottom (You MUST remove the drum to do it right!). Best regards, you're a trooper and I'll be waiting for that video.
@OneDayAfterAnother Can you tell me the model number?
i used a bendable black hose meant for water line. it worked better.
That is a good idea...
This is only a small portion, what about the blower . Rest assured if there is enough point to vacuum from the front, the blower is full. This also causes your dryer to make a clunking noise (LOUD). .....I'm sorry, just learned from experience. This was more about how to bend PVC pipe.
just use a wrapping paper tube
Tried it but it will collapse because of the suction/vacuum.
I have been looking for a tool to clean down there! Thank you!
Hahahhaha
Nice tip. Thank you
Great hack, but I have a minor mod to it that may be safer. Instead of PVC pipe, get a golf club tube (used to separate clubs in a golf bag. You cut to a reasonable length and then can press it down and it will hold the creases on either side. The golf club tube should be the perfect size to fit over the vacuum hose.
Can't wait to make mine. Thanks
Why not get a Phillips screw driver, remove the 6 screws holding the filter cage in? Better access to all the nooks and crannies in there and you are able to get far more lint out than using the tube thing. This is "hack" is a fancy solution to a simple issue.
DO NOT HEAT PVC PIPE INSIDE YOUR HOUSE USING A FLAME! wtf dude. This can catch fire and it also releases toxic fumes.
PVC is one of the most Toxic types of plastics in existence
Yes! Use a heat gun outdoors or in a well-ventilated space and wear a mask.
brilliant creativeness !
Thank You.
I took my dryer apart and vacuumed everything. You'd be amazed at how much you're missing.
I know. I occasionally clean the vent tube itself that goes up and out. There are a lot of lint gunk which can be dangerous.
@@LifeHackster It's because the filter design is worthless.
Great idea!
Nice thanks.
My shop vac tool fits it np
Thx for the vid, great fix
Strong work. Thanks!
You are welcome.
Wow amazing
My dyson vac attachment fits perfect.
Which attachment is that? I have a Dyson ball pet vacuum.
Amazing. Thanks!
Thanks.
How many minutes does the pipe to take to cool down some after the pipe is already heated on the stove.
Nice one dude! Well done
Thank You.
this is what I need … good job.
Thanks.
Great idea! Thanks
Funny realized you actually made a video on this….instead of reviewing more cameras…. I just happened to buy a full set of vacuum attachment with a soft flex flat head (25” long) about $20 for 10 pieces combo…. Nice hack, but I’ll spend the $20 instead….. 🎉🎉
Drilling a couple holes on one side will get the side corners too
Check out Lint keeper
My shop vac came with an attachment just like the one you made... Didn't yours?
The one that came with it is too short to reach the bottom.
Great hack! How about a tool to go into the dryer exhaust? Rubber hose and duct tape? :)
Have a shop vac? Put the hose on the exhaust side of it, that blows when you turn it on. Stick it into the exhaust port. Of if you have an air compressor, get a blower
I'm not sure it's safe to heat PVC pipe (I would be afraid of the fumes being toxic). Just buy a Flexible Crevice Tool for your vacuum and it will work, not only for the dryer, but also to clean under appliances. Amazon has one for under $10.00.
tape a small paint rush to the tip, gts the places ya missed.
Good tip. Thanks.
Hola quería preguntar si la lavadora q tienes ahí tiene cajón en la parte de abajo ?
Just buy a longer crevice attachment, DUH
3:56 Should try to switch the position of the washer and dryer so that the doors don't get in the way when moving clothes from washer to dryer.
The dryer door can be switched to the other side to prevent this.
@@claudiafairbanks Interesting.. I suppose that would be good when stacking the dryer over the washer.
When side by side like this video, switching the dryer door doesn't help much unless you can switch the washer door, too. Otherwise it seems washer on left side is the norm.
What about the egg crate part in front of the filter. I have the same set up as you do and when I clean mine I use a small screw driver and it takes some time..any suggestions
Must be great breathing in that burnt pipe fumes! Great idea!!! ...bwahaha.
I know you are used to it..
Kitchen roll tube.
I tried but the vacuum causes it to collapse to itself.
@@LifeHackster listen mate. At least you are making an effort.
A Herculean effort mind you.
I hope its appreciated.
👍
You forgot to turn the stove off! 2:40
Toxic fumes! Yum
PVC fumes are toxic when heated
Wonder why he didn't just bend the PVC pipe to fit over his crevice tool to make that longer instead.
That should work too...
Harder to make it fit.
Great video everything is correct but I can't believe you flatten your PVC pipe on your oven inside your house toxic fumes come out of PVC when heated hot enough to melt. Just be careful when doing this I'm sure that you're just fine but in every situation at everybody's house it may not be a good idea to do inside.
Absolutely, and not only that, it could cause a fire.
With the wife watching too, not going to happen in her house. Now she is made at me.
Use a tool to make a tool to fix a tool.
Lol
A pipe like this comes as an attachment with most quality vacuums.
The taper are not long enough to reach the bottom on most vacuum attachments.
Take the front panel off. You only captured the 15% of lint that you can see through the trap. There is a lot more under the clothes carriage.
I might need to. Thanks.
Nice job, but LG designs absolutely horrible lint traps. The leak a lot lint into the machine and are very difficult to clean. One of the worst dryers on the market.
I know. I'm just waiting for ours to break down and will be replacing them.
Why didn't u just use cardboard paper and make a tunnel pipe and use some good tape to wrap it to the hoes of the vacuum and if u need it to fit narrow just flatten it it's paper lol thanx me l8tr
Actually I did that.. but the suction of the vacuum collapsed the cardboard.
You must be Filipino coz you sound exactly like my buddy. Lol. Good tip tho.
puttin plastic pipe over flame makes poisionous fumes !!! dont dio it inside!
This is a joke! You're not really cleaning anything or at least anything important. Most of the dangerous lint needs to be blowing out of the heating elements and then vacuumed. Next all the lint trapped around the fan and shroud. In other words you need to take the back of the dryer off! Lastly you need to clean out the vent all the way to the outside.
This is better than nothing. I clean my vents too twice a year.
@@LifeHackster All the dryer fires start around the heating elements. What you do and what is correct are two different things. Something for you to investigate further.
For anybody to clean it properly requires removal of the back cover. An analogy, what you did is no different than sticking your thumb in your ear and calling it clean.
D Jaquith - I guess..expert..sorry
Too bad it's only product placement channel now.
Folks they sell vacume attachments on amazon for like $10....thank me later. 😁
Melting plastic is carcinogenic. Do it OUTSIDE ONLY, if you must do it.
Thanks for the advice. It was a one time think when I did it.
You know you're really not supposed to breathe in PVC fumes?
Thanks for the info...
goodcat1982 Not deleted, you blind fuck.
This is too much work, just tape a straw to the crevice tool of your vacuum or wet dry vac.
It will collapse because of the vacuum...
LifeHackster it hasn't on me, so not sure what type of straw you have used in the past.
This guys nuts. Cardboard tube sounds better.
Dude, are you not aware that every vacuum cleaner comes with a part like this?
Not that long...try your vacuum attachment and you will see it will not work.
@@LifeHackster It get down as far as yours did. Anyway, a $14 flexible and extendable lint brush is much more effective. It gets deep inside and loosens up all the lint all the way through. After that, just turn on the dryer and all the shit gets blown right out the back. You can use it on the dryer vent hose too. You wasted your time making that useless thing..
Nick V who says it’s useless, I am still using it...duh!
dont buy LG
Great idea!
Thanks...