VIDEO: How to properly clean the moisture sensor in the tumble dryer
What was done by sun and wind in the past is now done by a tumble dryer. Usually due to a lack of space in modern smaller apartments or to save time, is more and more common A tumble dryer in households, eliminating the chore of hanging up and waiting unnecessary. A very special advantage of this devices is also the fact that the laundry looks so fluffy and soft dryer it turns out that you don't even need to iron many parts. In order to always have a perfect drying result, the maintenance of the tumble dryer is particularly important. And if the moisture sensor is cleaned regularly, you save yourself additional electricity costs.
How to service clothes dryers and moisture sensors
If you are negligent in maintaining your tumble dryer and the moisture sensor, the running time of each drying cycle will be considerably longer. This puts a strain on your wallet, as energy costs are a significant part of any household budget.
- In the case of a condenser dryer, the heat exchanger must be cleaned. This is best done with a damp sponge, then you have to dry it well. You should clean the heat exchanger approximately every three months.
- In the case of an exhaust air dryer, the exhaust air hose must be examined for deposits and cleaned. Condensation often forms here, which can run back into the machine if the hose is not positioned correctly. It should be inclined slightly downwards so that any condensation can drain away.
- The lint filter should be cleaned and dusted after every drying cycle. This is best done with a small brush, but it must be soft enough not to damage the mesh. If the sieve is no longer in working order, it must be replaced, as otherwise fluff could get into the fan or heating duct.
- Apart from regularly cleaning the tumble dryer, the most important tip is to spin the laundry well out of the Washing machine put in the dryer. This saves you a lot of time and power consumption.
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Cleaning the moisture sensors is very easy
Moisture sensors are scanning sensors that replace the existing ones humidity of the laundry. After a long period of use, these residual moisture sensors are covered with a thin (or even thicker) layer of lime. As a result, measurement errors occur in the moisture sensors, so that the device switches off because it no longer reports moisture. Usually a drying cycle is then done again because the real cause of the problem is not known.
- In most cases, the moisture sensors are located in the drum ribs of the tumble dryer. Depending on the model, however, this is specified specifically in the instructions for use or the specialist dealer from whom you bought the device will tell you where they are.
- The easiest cleaning is with vinegar. If it is carried out regularly, a thick layer of limescale cannot build up, which would significantly impair its function.
- Rub the drum ribs or the scanning sensors with a sponge soaked in vinegar or with a soft brush. Then rub it dry with a cloth.
- If the moisture sensors are difficult to access, you can also put a cloth soaked in vinegar in the tumble dryer and start a drying cycle.
- Special descaling agents are also available from specialist retailers.
