Tumble Dryers

Installation

A tumble dryer does not have to be installed. You can just put one in place and run it. This is especially true for condenser dryers. However, it is recommended that a vented dryer is connected to an exterior wall venting kit so that the hot and lint-laden air is vented outside.

See the following articles for advice on using a dryer without venting kit and other installation related questions.

• Can you use a tumble dryer without a vent hose?
• Can you extend a vent hose?
• Stacking kits

Dryer Spare Parts

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• Appliance Spare Parts resources & Help Articles

Common Problems & Faults

Here are a few common problems that people may come across whilst using a tumble dryer. Some of the articles have DIY repair help, but because dryers are normally difficult to work on my advice is relatively general.

For example, whereas fitting a drive belt on a washing machine is extremely simple, conversely it’s often a major job on a tumble dryer. It usually requires the whole thing to be stripped down. You also usually even need a special tool to fit the belt. Most people would find it impossible or extremely difficult to do.

• Condenser dryer causes condensation
• Not drying as well as it used to
• Dryer is Noisy
• Dryer Won’t start
• Drum not turning round
• Not heating
• Condenser door water container cracked or leaking

Buying Advice

One of the biggest decisions to make when buying a new dryer is whether to go for a vented one or a condenser. Another major decision involves making sure you get one that is not going to cost a fortune to run. Both these questions have been answered below.

• Condenser or vented tumble dryer?
• Don’t Ignore Running costs of tumble dryers

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Safety

This important section covers being safe when using a dryer. Tumble dryers can be very dangerous, and a lot of them catch fire each year. It’s very important to use one properly and safely, and to maintain it properly. They create a lot of heat and to be honest they get a lot of misuse by people who don’t fully understand the risks involved in not looking after one properly.

• Don’t stop a dryer mid-cycle
• How can a tumble dryer catch fire when unplugged?
• Tumble drying a duvet fire risk
• Keep a fire extinguisher next to your tumble dryer

Manufacturer’s Safety Notices Issued

The following items are official manufacturers safety notices on tumble dryers that I have become aware of. Please note it is not a comprehensive list. In other words I can’t guarantee that these are the only safety notices that have been issued.

• Beko condenser dryer safety notice
• Hotpoint Creda & Indesit Dryer Fire Risk
• Siemens Tumble Dryer Fire Risk
• White Knight Dryer Fire Risk
• Beko & Blomberg tumble dryers safety notice
• Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryers fire risk