The clothes dryer is undoubtedly very convenient, especially in winter.
There are two main types of dryers:
Condensation
They remove moisture from clothing and store it in a container that must be emptied after each work cycle. Some models can be connected to a drain, and you will get rid of the need to drain the collected water. Drying clothes is carried out by heating the air to a certain temperature, after which it removes moisture from wet clothes. However, they have a relatively high power consumption.
To install the dryer, it is better to invite a specialist. Only high-quality spare parts for washing machines and dryers, combined with professional installation, will help your appliances work for many years.
Ventilation
The dryer sucks in air from the room, heats it up, warm and dry air, removes moisture from the laundry, and then removes it through a pipe connected to the ventilation system. These dryers are more economical, but they cannot be installed anywhere, as there must be a place for the pipeline to pass.
Combination dryer with washing machine or is it better to buy a separate device?
This is a question many people ask themselves. The idea of buying a combination device seems attractive for many reasons, but let's look at its advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages:
- Save space - sometimes a combined appliance is the only option for smaller homes;
- After washing, the laundry does not need to be transferred to the dryer;
- Combined technique is cheaper;
Flaws:
- Due to the technicalities associated with drying clothes, combined appliances have a higher risk of damage than stand-alone;
- If one function fails, the device becomes unusable or, in other words, if the dryer is damaged, you are left without a washing machine during repairs;
- The capacity of the dryer is smaller than that of the washing machine, so you will either have to dry your laundry twice, or simply not use the full power of the washing machine;
- Spare parts for a combined instrument are more difficult to find than for stand-alone equipment;
What to look for when buying a washer dryer:
- Energy consumption is important when choosing any household appliances, if possible, choose class A or A +.
- Spin speed is related to fast and efficient drying of clothes after washing. The higher they are, the easier it will be to dry the laundry. Of course, the program must match the material of the clothing.
- Capacity - washing machines usually have a volume of 6 to 11 kg. laundry, but this does not mean that the capacity of the dryer is the same. Can dry from 3 to 7 kg. washing at once. You can either put less laundry in the washing machine or dry them in two cycles. The inconvenience is that while the first part of the laundry is drying, the rest of the clothes remain damp.
- Programs and functions - most modern dryers have a sensor for the level of humidity in clothes and stop when the clothes are dry. This is a very useful feature that saves time and energy.Pay attention to programs such as "easy ironing", programs for different fabrics, delayed start, extra rinse, spin speed adjustment.
Can you put a dryer on top of a washing machine?
Yes. For greater convenience in small rooms, two devices can be stacked on top of each other. The washing machine is always downstairs. Special drawers are available for this. With their help, you can easily and safely install the dryer on the washing machine.
