[Dan Pearl]

The lint filter has gotten very difficult to insert. If I hold the filter by the handle, then it will likely flex in half before it slides, reluctantly, into the slot.
This is a common filter that fits into the dryer through a small hatch on the right top of the dryer.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

[kooler]

It seems to me your machine is due for disassembly and complete cleaning of lint buildup... Get a pro to do it for you if you're not comfortable taking your dryer apart for thorough vacuuming... You may have to replace the filter if it's warped from bending... Lint can buildup in the slots the filter slides down into causing the restriction.... Good luck!