We all know how frustrating is to deal with dryer machines that take long to dry clothes. That situation is also causing an increase in your utility bills, it is reducing the lifetime of your dryer and mainly it is putting you and your family at risk of a dryer fire. Here are four reasons why a dryer takes so long to dry and how some simple fixes can solve the problem.
1. Dryer is Overloaded
When a dryer is filled to the top, it is considered overloaded. Overloading leaves no room for the dryer’s hot air to properly circulate and limits tumbling. As a general rule, only fill your dryer 2/3 of the way full to allow for hot air to circulate. Refer to your use and care manual for the specific load recommendations for your model dryer.
2 . Washer Leaves Clothes Too Wet
When you find your washer leaving clothes damp, the washer could be responsible. Selecting a wash setting without a spin cycle or an insufficient spin cycle leaves clothes too wet when they enter the dryer. Consequently, a standard drying cycle is not enough to dry these items. It is also possible that a washer malfunction is leaving clothes too wet after a wash. Before you begin a wash cycle check your settings to make sure they include a sufficient spin cycle. If clothes remain too wet after washing, your washer may require professional service.
3. Dryer Lint Screen Needs Cleaning
Our clothes shed tiny pieces of fabric fiber with each drying cycle. The dryer’s hot air blows these fibers around and into the lint screen. When the screen is full of lint, it can prevent the proper circulation of hot air, leading to longer drying times. To maximize airflow, clean your lint screen after each drying cycle. Simply pull out the screen, remove the lint and replace it.
4. Clogged Dryer Vent
Lint buildup inside dryer vents is the most common cause of a dryer taking long to dry. Clogged dryer vents restrict the airflow and can cause dangerous dryer fires. As a general rule, dryer vents need to be cleaned once a year.
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