A:Answer So, this issue is a little deeper than simply not using them. The short answer is yes, you can absolutely use dryer sheets with this model but clean your lint trap better. The long answer is yes but you need to take extra care. Dryer sheets contain a wax that helps get rid of static. However, the heat from the dryer can melt some of this off and the dryer will vent it. However, some particles will get caught on the lint trap and over time this can build up. Because the wet air cannot escape with this build up, the clothes may take longer to dry at a higher heat.
So, to clean your lint trap, take a soft bristle tooth brush and warm water and simply work the wax out. If the trap is clean water will be able to flow through it. If there is a build up, you will see water get trapped on the top.
I believe it is also worth mentioning that you should clean your vent. Not all lint is captured by the trap and over time this lint can build up in the vent. This model is equipped with a vent sensor that will indicate a build up. If you see it on, it is time to clean the vent. Lint build up is the number one cause of house fires in the United States.
