Tumble Dryers Heat Pump - Why They're Good For the Environment and Your Clothes

Tumble dryers heat pump are powered appliances that are designed to eliminate the moisture from fabrics like linen, bedding, and clothes. They differ from vented tumble dryers in the sense that they don't require a vent or hose.

Instead they make use of hot air to absorb water and store it in tanks. This air is then reheated to dry your laundry.

Reduced Energy Consumption

When it is about appliances, our tumble dryers are the biggest factor in our household's energy consumption. They are also a great illustration of how making small changes to our usage can help reduce our electric bills and minimize the impact of our appliances.

This Miele tumble dryer's heat pump technology uses an additional cooling circuit to cool the hot air removed from the drum. The air is cooled this manner and is then recirculated into the dryer. It absorbs heat and condenses the moisture. This is similar to how an air conditioner works.

After the heat pump has absorbed warmth and condensed moisture it is then returned to the system, so it can use this energy for future cycles. This is why heat pump dryers use less energy than vented models. In fact, this model consumes around 50 percent less energy than the equivalent vented tumble dryer.

This lower energy consumption is offset by slightly longer drying times. In general the case of heat pump dryers, they take around 50-70% longer to dry clothes than conventional models. This is due to the fact that heat pump tumble dryers operate at lower temperatures, which means it takes longer for your clothes to dry.

Heat pump dryers need some more care than tumble dryers. They must have their condenser coils and lint filters cleaned frequently. This is an important step in ensuring that your appliance functions efficiently and consumes the least amount of energy.

The good news is that if you follow these easy steps, you can make an important difference to your household's electric bills. According to the Energy Saving Trust, a single person could save up PS564 a year by using an energy-efficient tumble dryer for two loads of laundry each week.

Find the ENERGY STAR logo on a new tumble-dryer. This is the best method to ensure you are buying an appliance that can help lower your energy costs. Try running your washer and tumble dryer at times when electricity costs are lower.

Longer Drying Time

Tumble dryers with heat pump technology may take a bit longer to dry because they operate at lower temperatures. This is because of the way the technology works: while traditional tumble dryers eject hot air into the air to evaporate the moisture from your clothes, heat pump dryers extract the water from the drum and store it in tanks (or drain when you've connected an additional hose). That means your clothing isn't left piping hot when it exits the dryer and doesn't have to be heated again to ease wrinkles, which could extend the life of your clothes.

It is also true that heat pump dryers - especially those with an energy efficiency rating that is high can take up to 50 percent longer to dry your laundry than conventional tumble dryers and this is due to the fact that your washing machine must be operating at the same time in order to generate enough heat to work. This is a worthwhile trade-off if you are looking to make your laundry as energy efficient as it can be.

The dryers with heat pumps also contain lint filters that have to be cleaned, along with condenser coils which collect water. It is essential to keep these in good condition to ensure the longevity of the appliance. This can be done by opening the door of the dryer and removing the screen that filters lint. This can then be wiped down with a damp towel. It's also a good idea to give the filter housing a wash down as it will probably have collected lint due to frequent use also.

If you do need your laundry to be a little bit quicker, then we'd recommend looking at one of our range of condenser tumble dryers that will dry your laundry a bit more quickly than a heat pump model. These models don't require vented pipe in order to work, and can be installed within any room in your home. They will still need an ongoing supply of cool air in order to function, though, so you'll need an area that's adequately ventilated.

Lower temperatures

They are more gentle on your clothes as they use lower temperatures. This is particularly important for more delicate items of clothing since higher temperatures can cause them to shrink or create small holes in them. This method of gentleness will also ensure that your clothes last longer and look the best.

The heat pump tumble dryer uses less energy than other tumblers, like vented or condenser models. This can result in significant savings on your energy bills, especially when you choose to use off-peak electricity hours.

In contrast to a vented dryer, which makes use of a hot exhaust to let out the moisture the heat pump tumble dryers recycle and reuse the water, before transferring it back into the drum where it is extracted through the evaporator. This is energy efficient and green. That is why heat pump tumble dryers are an excellent option for your home.

As well as being more efficient They are also more efficient. Heat pump tumble dryers are also very quiet, making them ideal for families who want to cut costs on their energy bills and do their part for the environment. This is a benefit over condenser and vented dryers which can be noisy.

The lower temperatures of a heat pump tumble dryer means that your clothes will not feel as hot when they emerge out of the cycle and this can be a a surprise for some people. The lower temperatures utilized in tumble dryers with heat pumps can also make the cycles take a little longer than usual.

Another thing to keep in mind is that if you open the door of your heat pump tumble dryer during the course of the cycle the appliance will need to heat up the air inside, which will prolong the drying time. It is best to wait until the end of the cycle before opening the door of a heat pump tumble dryer. It is also a good idea to not open the lid of your washing machine when it is still running. This can increase energy consumption and not save you any money.

Reduced Noise

The day of laundry can be a hassle however, with a heat-pump tumble dryer, you will be able do your laundry with less effort and be considerate to the environment and your wallet. They may be more expensive than other models, but they will save you money over time due to their energy efficiency and gentle fabric treatment. They're also very quiet!

There are people who find that when they use their tumble dryer they can hear it rumbling from a different room in the house and this can be annoying. There are several things you can do in order to make your tumbler as quiet as you can. Set it on a raised surface or Tumble Dryers Heat Pump rubber pads. This helps to absorb vibrations and reduce any noise that could be coming from the motor or duct. You can also move it to a different area, like your living space or bedroom in which the noise will be less evident.

You can also put a sound-absorbing mat underneath the dryer. This will help to lessen the sound it produces when it is rubbing against the floorboards. Be cautious when selecting these items, because when they are too thick, they can trap moisture and cause damage to the flooring.

Another thing you can do to lessen the noise that your tumble dryer makes is to purchase a new model that has been made with a quieter motor as well as surface insulation. Certain models are designed to be the quietest models available and you'll be able to enjoy your tumble dryer without having to worry about the noise it creates.

The Samsung Series 9 DV90T8240SX/S1 for example is designed to be quiet and is among the most efficient heat pump dryers on the market. It's the quietest tumble-dryer that you can buy in the UK, with the noise level as low as 62 dB. It's the equivalent of a normal conversation, so it won't bother you when it's in operation.