This reuse of energy makes heat pump tumble dryers the most energy efficient on the market.
Tumble dryer heat exchanger.
First of all clean the sensor lint filters and heat exchanger if you have a condenser heat pump dryer as mentioned above to see if that helps.
Cleaning the heat exchanger on a samsung dryer.
Lower the heat exchanger cover.
The heat exchanger takes the steam produced during the drying process and turns it back into water.
2020 when you have finished running a cycle in your samsung dryer and find that the load hasn t dried properly even after cleaning the lint filter and vent lines and also ensuring you have only put in a small load it will probably mean that the heat exchanger will need a clean.
The heat exchanger turns the steam from the drum back into water and among the steam and air passing through it are fibres that over time can become clogged and dirty.
Clean the heat exchanger on your tumble dryer.
Refit the small water filter.
The filter system and the maintenance free heat exchanger keep energy consumption and run time low.
If necessary remove any lint from the heat exchanger and the space around it.
Refit the small water filter.
Opening the inner cover or turning off the power plug will stop the buzzer sounding when the heat exchanger has not been cleaned.
Over time lint and fluff can build up on your tumble dryer s heat exchanger which can have a negative effect on its ability to effectively remove moisture from the air and your laundry.
Heat pump tumble dryers work in the same way as condenser tumble dryers by storing the moisture in a container.
A clogged up heat exchanger will slow the flow of air through your machine making it less efficient so make a point of removing it and cleaning it under the tap every month or so.
Some dryers have an indicator which lights up or flashes during the cycle if the heat exchanger needs to be cleaned.
Savings for the life of your tumble dryer.
However they have heat pump technology to reuse the hot air that is normally lost.
If you have a vented tumble dryer it s worth checking the hose to make sure this isn t obstructed or bent stopping air from circulating out of the machine.
Other machines have a buzzer that sounds after 25 uses until it is cleaned.
Turn the lock to unlock the heat exchanger cover.
Push the release button at the bottom of the door opening and open the heat exchanger.
Lower the heat exchanger cover.
If necessary clean the small water filter at the bottom of the space.
Push the release button at the bottom of the door opening and open the heat exchanger.
If necessary remove any lint from the heat exchanger and the space around it.
