Follow the exact model's instructions, including any requirement for the filter to be fully dry before refitting. Cleaning permission does not automatically mean immediate wet reuse is appropriate.
Understanding this situation
Some filters may be washable and others have different care limits. A household member's method for another dryer should not replace the instructions for your assembly.
A useful next step
Allow the specified preparation and refit the complete filter securely. If a drying change began after filter cleaning, include that timing in the enquiry. Do not run the appliance with the filter omitted while waiting for it to dry.
Manuals and supporting guidance
Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.