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Easy Savings - Run your Dryer on Free Energy

Step 2Remove the back Cover - Optional

Remove the back Cover - Optional
Step 2: * Optional *
Loosen or remove the back of the dryer to inspect your dryer.
I studied it for a while so I felt comfortable making this modest modification.
I confirmed that the one main source of air was through the slotted vents.

Replace the back panel loosely. Tighten it later.

I suppose this modification could work on a gas model, but I'd worry about a mistake that would interfere with the proper combustion and exhaust. I'd worry about a potential fire hazard too.

I was careful with my electric dryer and happy not to mess with a gas model.

The photo shows the air intake on the bottom right, and the exhaust on the left.
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