[Upgraded] DC97-16742A Dryer Lint Filter Replacement for Samsung Dryer DV45H7000EW/A2 - Replaces AP5306681 PS4221839 DC61-03048A with Flap & Cleaning Brushes

DC97-16742A Dryer Lint Filter

Key Features

• Includes replacement lint screen assembly with integrated flap mechanism.
• Supplied with two cleaning brushes to assist in debris removal.
• Constructed from heat-resistant, durable plastic and fine mesh screen.
• Direct replacement for damaged or clogged original lint traps.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• DC97-16742A
• DC61-03048A
• AP5306681
• PS4221839
• AP5582036
• 3319952
• 2813244

Compatibility & Fitment

• Compatible with various Samsung dryer models, including:
• DV45H7000EW/A2
• DV45H7000GW/A2
• DV45H7000EP/A3
• DV40J3000EW/A2
• DV40J3000GW/A2
• DV48H7400EW/A2
• DV50F9A7E

When to Replace

• Screen mesh is torn, punctured, or frayed.
• Plastic housing is cracked or warped, preventing a proper seal.
• The flap hinge is broken or fails to stay closed.
• Excess lint bypasses the filter, indicating a compromised seal.

Installation Tips

• Ensure the dryer is powered off and disconnected from the power source before starting.
• Remove the existing lint trap by pulling it straight up and out of the housing located at the base of the dryer door.
• Clean the lint trap housing cavity of any stray debris before inserting the new filter.
• Verify the new assembly slides smoothly into the guide rails and sits flush with the dryer floor.
• Perform a test cycle with a small load to confirm the filter is properly seated and the flap opens correctly.