Tumble Dryers

The first thing to decide is whether you want a vented dryer or a condenser dryer.

Vented Dryers

Use a hose placed out of a window or through an outside wall to expel damp air while drying.

Condenser Dryers

Collect the moisture from your clothes in a water reservoir that you can take out and empty, so there is no need for venting, or holes in the wall, or open windows in the middle of winter!

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Choosing a larger load size can help you save time, energy and money. If you have a larger capacity washing machine it is important to choose the same load capacity, or larger, as this allows you to dry a full wash load in one go! Load sizes are currently available in 3kg (compact), 5kg, 6kg, 7kg and 8kg capacities.

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Fullsize Dishwashers

All our tumble dryers are issued with a performance class rating for Energy, and are graded from 'A - G', with 'A' being the best.

Look for the energy saving recommended label if you want the most energy efficient appliances for your home.

Energy Table

All machines will receive an energy and drying performance grading A-G (A being the most economical).

Standardised tests, monitored by Trading Standards, are carried out across the industry and manufacturers are responsible for grading their own appliances.

Energy Saving Tips

Save Energy & Money by following these simple steps:

• Try not to overload your tumble dryer as this will reduce drying efficiency and use more energy.

• Use higher spin speeds or a spin dryer to extract more water before using a tumble dryer.

• Dry washing outdoors whenever possible.

• Use a "set & forget" tumble dryer which automatically senses when clothes are dry and switches to cool tumble to save energy.

• Look out for the energy saving recommended logo on laundry & dishwashers.

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Set & Forget Sensor Drying

If you like the idea of saving energy then a "Set & Forget" sensor dryer could be right up your street! Dryers with this feature automatically switch to cool tumble when your clothes are dry to save energy, and prevent items from becoming "over-dry" leaving them easier to iron. Some sensor models are selectable to give "iron dry", "airing" or "cupboard dry" performance.

Temperature

Some sensor models are selectable to give "iron dry", "airing" or "cupboard dry" performance.

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Other features you might want to look for...

Other Tumble Dryer Features
Reverse Action	Most tumble dryers now come with reverse action which reduces tangling, reduces creasing and helps clothes to dry faster, saving time and energy.
LCD Display	Provides feedback on the current drying programme, what stage it is at, time delay, time to end, heat settings and fabric type.
LED Display	This may feature: Dry programme status indicators, Time remaining, Time delay countdown.
Time Delay	Allows you to delay the start time, so you could take advantage of cheap overnight electricity, or set to tumble dry just before you get home from work.
Water Reservoir - Top/Bottom (Condenser Dryers)	If you plan to place your condenser dryer below worktop height look for a model with a top-mounted water reservoir. If you plan to place your condenser dryer above worktop height, look for a model with a bottom-mounted water reservoir for easy emptying. (If using a tumble dryer above worktop height, please ensure that it is safely secured).

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Supplier	Helpline
AEG Electrolux	08705 350 350
Beko	08707 741 050
Bosch	08702 400 060
Candy	08705 400 600
Electra	08705 168 299
Electrolux	08705 950 950
Hoover	08705 400 600
Hotpoint	08701 506 070
Indesit	08701 506 070
Servis	08705 168 299
Siemens	08705 678 910
Zanussi Electrolux	08705 727 727

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