The dryer is ruining my clothes, what should I do?
The dryer is a common appliance in most homes. But sometimes, our clothes may come out faded, shrunk, or worn out instead of fresh and dry. Here’s how to prevent that from happening.
THE POTENTIAL CAUSES FOR THIS FAULT:
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Excessive friction
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Drum failure
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Problems with temperature adjustment
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Use of inappropriate fabric softener
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Insufficient maintenance of the filter and condenser
WARNING
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There is a risk of electric shock.
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There is a risk of getting cut or injured.
Excessive friction
The first factor to consider is excessive friction inside the dryer drum. For example, clothing that is too tight in the drum can cause unwanted friction, leading to tearing, pilling, and premature wear. This friction not only alters the appearance of your clothes, but also weakens their fabric.
Faulty drum unit
A damaged drum shows its destructive side by accelerating the wear and tear of your clothing. Vigilance is the name of the game here, because a simple defect in the drum can wreak havoc on delicate textiles. Remain vigilant by monitoring the condition of your dryer drum to avoid these problems and preserve the quality of your clothes.
Run an old stocking over the inside surface of your tumble dryer drum to check for any rough edges.
Buy a new dryer drum for your tumble dryer
Wrong choice of drying temperature
Tumble dryers offer different temperature options. Too high a temperature leads to tissue deformities and also weakens them. To avoid these problems, choose the right temperature for your garment type, taking care to follow the instructions on their labels.
The key to extending the longevity of your garments, is to a lower temperature when drying delicate garments such as wool or silk. This will preserve their original shape and look.
Inappropriate fabric softener
Using the wrong fabric softener can also cause your clothes to wear and tear faster. Some chemicals in these softeners weaken textile fibers, making them more susceptible to tearing.
Filter & condenser maintenance
A lint filter and a clogged condenser can cause damage to clothing. Accumulated lint can come into contact with textiles and cause unpleasant odors that no one wants to find in their wardrobe! By adopting a simple maintenance routine, such as cleaning the filter after each drying, you avoid these problems. In addition, cleaning the condenser at least once a month ensures more efficient drying cycles. In this way, you ensure the freshness of your clothes while preserving their quality.