replying to AE Todd, Gene wrote:
Do not ignore lint build-up anywhere. Even with a better quality machine.
Search the web for "dryer fire" to see why. I have seen it in person. It's
bad. Very bad.

Lint getting past the filter will accumulate in the dryer plenum and
eventually find its way to the heating coil (electric) or heat box (gas).

Even if your filter is working as designed, clean the lint from the inside of
the dryer and the duct annually.

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