The drying function is not so rare and new-fangled option, today it can be found in every modern and expensive car. Everything would be fine, but these are additional parts, sensors and wires, which means additional breakdowns.
Drying in washing and drying machines can break, and this usually manifests itself as follows:
- The washing machine does not dry the laundry, the process does not start.
- The regime ends, drying stops.
- The program works, the countdown is running, and the laundry at the exit is wet or even damp.
If drying does not work in the machine, this often may not be related to the breakdown of the equipment itself. Therefore, it is worthwhile to understand how drying works in order to determine the cause of breakdowns.
How a washing machine dries clothes
In order for things to remain dry after washing, a heater is provided in such AGRs. No, this is not the heater that heats the water for high temperature washing. In the design of the machine there is a second heater that heats the air, due to which moisture evaporates from the laundry.
This is a little overhead in terms of energy consumption, but it is extremely convenient for those who save their time, not money.
Why drying does not work in the washing machine
Consider the main reasons that do not dry clothes. Also from the table below you will learn how to troubleshoot.
Drying does not start
You may have chosen a washing mode that does not involve drying. Start drying separately from washing.
Another reason is too much laundry in the drum. For example, with the maximum allowable laundry weight of 6 kg, the MCA can dry half as much.
Full drum loading is always dried in 2-3 sets. If you turn on the drying mode separately, it will not start, especially if your laundry model has a laundry weighing function.
To solve the problem, dry the laundry by dividing it into batches.
Another option: a clog in the "garbage" filter. If the pump cannot pump out water for this reason, the program will not start. Disconnect the machine, disconnect it from the communications. Put a rag or place a container under the basement panel, remove it and unscrew the filter. Clean and rinse, screw back.
The drying program does not start separately
Reason: sunroof is not tightly closed. Check door closure for tightness. If the UBL is broken or something prevents the door from closing, this should be accompanied by an appropriate error code on the electronic scoreboard.
Replace UBL yourself or contact service.
The laundry does not dry well, after drying there is a lot of moisture
Reason: things were not wrung out well enough. In order for the drying mode to work "in good faith", the machine should be wrung out at the highest speeds. For this:
- At standard for the selected washing cycle 600-800 revolutions, set the re-spin to maximum (1000-1200); turn on the drying mode.
- After hand washing, wring things at high speeds before drying.
- For wet absorbent laundry such as bath towels or bathrobes, start another spin cycle.
Other options:
- The drum had multilayer underwear (duvet covers, jackets, things with lining, and so on). Choose the longest drying mode, if necessary, run it several times.
- You have chosen the “iron on” or “easy ironing” mode - in this case, the clever technique does not dry out things themselves to make them iron better. If your plans did not have ironing, restart the normal mode by disabling the option that facilitates ironing.
- The program does not match the type of laundry. Choose the optimal mode.
- The increased indicators of humidity and air temperature in that room where your SM stands. Ensure proper operating conditions.
- There is not enough mains voltage. In this case, the heater will not turn on or will operate at low power, so the laundry will remain wet. Provide the washing machine with an individual wiring line with a good outlet. In no case do not use extension cords - through them the device loses its power.
Linen dries for a long time, does not dry completely
There is a blockage in the air filter. Look at the instructions and find the location of the filter. Remove it and clean it of threads, lint and other blockages.
The program does not start or stops prematurely
Even if the program ends, the drying quality is poor.
The faucet supplying water to the machine is closed. Some models need it to cool the condensate, in others - the drum is cleaned with water. If you have a good habit of shutting off the water supply valve, do not dispose of it. Just learn to close the tap after using the SM, not earlier.
If none of the above helps, then only you can talk about a breakdown. Most often, the program does not work, because the following nodes are out of order:
- TEN. You can’t repair it, only replacing the part will help here.
- Thermostat (temperature sensor). Also needs to be replaced.
- Fan. In this case, cleaning or lubricating the bearing may help. But in the event of a burnout of the motor, the rotating fan blades, you will have to change the part.
- Blown or broken wiring. Maintenance is required: replace damaged areas, check contacts.
- Clogged drying duct.
- Clogged water drain hose from condensate tank.
- Controller failure. Requires firmware or replacement.
- Blockage or integrity of the drain circuit.
- Failure in the filler system (clogging of the filler filter, breakdown of the solenoid valve, filler pipe, and so on). Inspection and restoration of the filling system is required.
Now you know why your machine does not dry laundry well. As you can see, often the fault is not a breakdown, but external factors and non-compliance with operating rules.
Be careful when using the washer, and it will thank you for the smooth operation and linen without a drop of excess moisture.