Advice on dryer

farquarpigmix

Seems to be a problem with the dryer not drying properly. Put it on for a hour and clothes still seem wet or damp. Its not over loaded so at a loss.

Any clever people out there?

ivyleaf

You don't mention whether it's a condenser dryer or a vented one? If it's a condenser dryer, it may be that the condenser is clogged up with fluff. If so you'll probably also find a lot of soggy fluff around in the compartment the condenser sits in, so give that a good clean out too. There may also be a build-up of water which you should be able to get rid of with an absorbent cloth. If you do this and it still doesn't dry properly, call an engineer.

If it's a vented dryer, not sure - possibly it's not getting hot enough to dry the clothes, in which case get an engineer to have a look at it - my last one had to have a new thermostat. This can happen with condenser dryers too.

HTH

ivyleaf

comping_cat

If the dryer is working ok, try putting a dry towel in with the load, this helps speed up the drying process slightly.
Catherine x

calmgirl

is in a slightly damp atmosphere Ie garage or shed if so it will take slightly longer.
Also it may sound stupid but if you oveload it the air cant dry it
Plus many like white knight have a heat cut out switch on the back ( big red palstic star type thing press this it may help)

farquarpigmix

Hi,

Its a vented one. I am beginning to think a new thermostat might be required.

Thanks for all your help.

Farquar

Cagey

Small overheat thermostat at back of machine is the favourite . Either faulty orterminals burnt off.
HAVE YOU TAKEN THE BACK OFF YET ?.
Remember to unplug machine.

farquarpigmix

Hi Cagey,

Waiting for in law to come of holiday before attempting to take back off. My wife calls me the new age Frank Spencer.

Doesn't even trust me to change a fuse.

Regards

Farquar