Is it possible-Washing Machine on Timer?

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What about timing a dryer tho ? I do read about these catching fire.They use much more electricity than washing machines.

matelodave

sacsquacco wrote: »

What about timing a dryer tho ? I do read about these catching fire.They use much more electricity than washing machines.

Are you just trying to wind everyone up.

A dryer is ideal to be run over night because they do consume more power. They are no more likely to catch fire than anything else that is left on overnight provided that you ensure that the filters are cleared before use.

If you really are that paranoid then turn the leccy off at the main switch before you go to bed and every time you leave the house:rotfl:

macman

I believe that, as far as white goods are concerned, dishwashers are the most likely to catch fire.

matelodave

Have you evidence or is that just hearsay?


Have a look here http://www.tcforensic.com.au/docs/article8.html


All appliances can have problems and having a trawl around the web there doesn't seem to be any that are more prone than others except that high powered appliances such as those with heaters or motor can cause fires due to faulty connections (plugs, sockets, adapters, extension leads etc or improper use.

[Deleted User]

matelodave wrote: »

Are you just trying to wind everyone up.

A dryer is ideal to be run over night because they do consume more power. They are no more likely to catch fire than anything else that is left on overnight provided that you ensure that the filters are cleared before use.

If you really are that paranoid then turn the leccy off at the main switch before you go to bed and every time you leave the house:rotfl:

I m not paranoid , and not winding anyone up except you.. is Beko ? 29-1-2012 Safety alert 6kg/7kg condenser dryers at risk of fire. Lancashire Fire Service reported 57 fires due to tumble dryers in 2012 and 5 alone in the first week of 2013..

matelodave

https://refsafety.beko.co.uk/

this is for fridge/freezers also made by BEKO so is the problem with BEKO or with a particular type of appliance.

or perhaps a peruse of this

http://www.applianceregister.co.uk/recent-product-safety-recalls/

and here if you want the Guardians take on it

http://www.theguardian.com/money/2014/jan/11/kitchen-flames-domestic-appliances

[Deleted User]

matelodave wrote: »

https://refsafety.beko.co.uk/


this is for fridge/freezers also made by BEKO so is the problem with BEKO or with a particular type of appliance.


or perhaps a peruse of this
http://www.applianceregister.co.uk/recent-product-safety-recalls/

All good info but I m only interested how often these white goods burst into flames and the fire brigade are on the way, that little snippet by Lancashire Fire Brigade leads me to think that tumble dryers are at higher risk..maybe its all the fluff they trap, either way telling people to be sensible and clear it does nt work because a good percentage of folk can t be ars*d

System

sacsquacco wrote: »

I m not paranoid , and not winding anyone up except you.. is Beko ? 29-1-2012 Safety alert 6kg/7kg condenser dryers at risk of fire. Lancashire Fire Service reported 57 fires due to tumble dryers in 2012 and 5 alone in the first week of 2013..

And the article that those numbers are taken from states

Tumble dryers have powerful motors with fast moving parts which get very hot. A common issue is that if users don’t clean and maintain their machines, excess fluff can build up on the filter which could then catch fire.

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service’s Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Justin Johnston, said: “With this cold and wet winter weather, more and more use is likely to be made of tumble dryers to dry clothes over the coming months.

“It is important that filters are regularly checked and cleaned to ensure they do not become blocked. A build up of fluff and lint inside the machine is a major fire risk. Machines should not be overloaded with clothes and the manufacturers’ instructions for use, including the maintenance, should be followed.

In other words, user error/negligence is the probable cause, not an inherent safety problem.

Yes there is/was a safety alert for Beko tumble driers due to a potential electrical problem that in a small number of cases can result in fire. The normal recall procedure that is used for all other consumer items including cars was instigated.

The problem was limited to 2 brands made in specific months only, not a particular model. I.E there appears to have been a failure in QA/component QA in that period - isolated

[Deleted User]

!!!!!! wrote: »

And the article that those numbers are taken from states
In other words, user error/negligence is the probable cause, not an inherent safety problem.

Yes there is/was a safety alert for Beko tumble driers due to a potential electrical problem that in a small number of cases can result in fire. The normal recall procedure that is used for all other consumer items including cars was instigated.

The problem was limited to 2 brands made in specific months only, not a particular model. I.E there appears to have been a failure in QA/component QA in that period - isolated

5 tumble dryer fires in the first week of 2013 in Lancashire alone sounds a bit much. Article said that tumble dryer fires are increasing. I ll still timer my White Knight condenser dryer tho at night and when I go out..and that reminds me to clear all the fluff build up in the filter now.

matelodave

Is that because Lancastrians can't or don't read instructions or all the dodgy dryers have been sent up there;)