Difficulties in the operation of washing machines are quite common. Many people are concerned about the question: why doesn’t the washing machine dry clothes? The drying option itself exists in almost all modern models of washing machines, and the device itself does not have to be expensive.
Washing machines with drying function
Washer dryers They differ from others in their special heating function, which is carried out by a heating element (tubular electric heater).
The drying process is quite simple: heated air passes through wet laundry, absorbs all the moisture, and the clothes become dried. The evaporated moisture accumulates in a special section. And the drum itself rotates in different directions during the process.
Automatic drying greatly simplifies the process of washing clothes. However, this option implies separate parts and wires in the device, which means breakdowns in equipment are more common. Very often people encounter breakdowns that specifically affect the drying process. What are the main signs of such a malfunction?
- The machine does not dry clothes, the process itself does not start at all
- The drying function starts but does not complete
- The drying process has been started, the tabloid shows that the process is going well, but at the end of the wash the laundry is still wet
How does automatic drying work?
To keep things dry after washing, the machine has a special tubular electric heater. This item heats the water during the washing process. In addition to the main electric heater, there is also an additional one. With its help, the air is heated and moisture evaporates, thanks to which the laundry dries quickly. This option has a significant effect on the user’s electricity, but saves him a lot of time.
What are the main problems of lack of drying?
Some causes can be eliminated on your own, without the help of a specialist. There are plenty of such cases:
- Incorrect program launch. Perhaps the user simply chose washing modethat does not involve drying clothes or designed for ironing. In such cases, the required function can be launched additionally.
- Perhaps in drum An excess amount of laundry was sent. Typically, each technical product provides a certain limit of things, which is considered in kilograms. Therefore, due to severe overload, drying may not take place. In such cases, you need to familiarize yourself with the technical characteristics of the machine and instructions for use.
- The drying process may also fail due to blockages in the equipment. In such cases, you need to disconnect the device from the power supply and wash the filter, which is located under the base panel.
- Perhaps the reason lies in a poorly closed machine door. Because of this, the washing simply will not start. The door may not close completely due to some damage. Usually in modern models the reason is displayed on a special display.In such cases, you will have to contact a specialized specialist.
- If things do not dry completely and remain quite damp, the reason for this may be the insufficient number of revolutions selected at the beginning of the wash. Typically the standard cycle hovers around 800 rpm. In such cases, you will need to dry the laundry additionally by selecting the maximum number of revolutions.
- Sometimes things of different compositions are sent to the washing drum, for example, terry blankets, jackets and blankets. Due to such multiple layers, the laundry may not dry completely. Therefore, in this case it is also worth choosing the maximum number of revolutions for drying.
Sorting things
- Perhaps the quality or type of items are not consistent. Each washing machine has different functions and washing modes designed for different compositions of laundry. Before washing, you must definitely clarify what this or that item consists of, and also choose the washing mode you need. It is better not to wash items of different quality at the same time. For example, silk and wool. It is better to choose the appropriate modes.
- Sometimes the temperature in the room where the equipment is located can reach its maximum. Because of this, malfunctions may occur. The same applies to air humidity. Therefore, it is worth normalizing the terms of use.
- The problem may also be low mains voltage. Then the washing machine will not work at full capacity, resulting in wet clothes. Experts recommend not using extension cords for power supply, but connecting the machine directly to an outlet.
- No water supply. In this case, the washing process itself is unlikely to start at all.
Possible breakdowns
If you can’t correct the situation at home, you should pay attention to the breakdown of technical parts of the device. It is possible that the machine does not dry clothes during drying because the following parts are faulty:
- Tubular electric heater. On some models of washing machines, in the event of a breakdown, the washing process continues, but drying is not carried out. If there are problems with this part, the situation can only be normalized by replacing the electric heater with a new one. It will most likely not be possible to get out of an unpleasant situation at home.
- Operation of a special thermostat. If the electric heater overheats, the safety thermostat trips, which can cause problems with drying things.
- The breakdown may come from the fan. Namely because of its clogging. To correct the situation, you will have to clean it well. This can be done independently or with the help of a specialist. If no improvement is observed, you will have to replace the part completely.
- Perhaps the problem comes from the wiring itself. You will have to conduct a thorough diagnosis and repair the damage.
- The special drain hose may be clogged and will require additional cleaning.
- The problem is in the drain filter of the machine. In such situations, the water itself does not drain well, and after washing, soap residues remain in the tank. Naturally, such conditions will not allow the drying process to start.
By following what was written above, you can identify the main problems with the drying function in a washing machine.
According to experts, machines with a drying option are more likely to break down, although they are convenient to use. The fact is that such devices have additional technical equipment that is not found in conventional machines. Because of this, breakdowns occur.
However, some specialized craftsmen believe that the source of the malfunction is most often improper handling of the equipment. After all, sometimes people specifically neglect the required conditions of use, which leads to not the most pleasant consequences. For example, they do not comply with the rule of the maximum permissible weight of things.
To summarize, we can conclude: in order not to bring the equipment to a critical state, you need to monitor the humidity of the room where the machine is located, do not allow strong overheating of the air. It is also worth protecting the device from abundant moisture . At the first symptoms of the problem, you should try to fix the malfunction yourself.
