\n\n\n\nBlocked lint trap\n\n\n\n
The world of appliance issues is filled with confusing terminology and different parts. The \u201clint trap\u201d of your dryer is the covering that catches lint and keeps it inside the dryer. \u201cCleaning it is an essential part of owning and operating a dryer,\u201d says Tim Koster, founder of\u00a0CleverCreations. \u201cIf your dryer does not dry your clothes as quickly as it once did, it can be a sign that the lint trap\u2026needs to be cleaned.\u201d Koster warns that, in addition to just keeping your clothes from getting fully dry, there\u2019s another, even more, crucial reason to clean your lint trap often. \u201cLint is flammable, and when enough of it builds up, it can become a fire hazard,\u201d he warns. Especially in combination with the reduced airflow, which can cause your dryer to get too hot on the inside.\u201d He suggests taking a peek at the lint trap every time you use the dryer. If there\u2019s buildup, clean it out.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nVibrating strongly\n\n\n\n
Yes, your washing machine is supposed to move and shake a bit while doing a load\u2014but something\u2019s probably up if its intensity is noticeably higher than usual. \u201cLike cars, washers have shock absorbers, to absorb the bumps that naturally come with large laundry loads,\u201d says James Surrey, founder & Chief Editor at Review Home Warranties. If you notice this vibration, \u201cit\u2019s possible the shock absorbers may be damaged or worn.\u201d He says that leaving this untreated could damage other parts of your machine, or even loosen the motor. Bottom line? \u201cIf the washer begins shaking really hard, it\u2019s seldom a one-off,\u201d Surrey says. \u201cIt\u2019s time to call a repair technician.\u201d\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSqueaking noises\n\n\n\n
When it comes to appliances, odd noises are never good. \u201cI\u2019d say the biggest warning sign for washers and dryers is noticing a squeaking sound coming from either of them,\u201d says Rex Freiberger, CEO of Gadget Review. \u201cEven a mild squeaking is indicative of a problem that could lead to costly repairs if it\u2019s left for too long.\u201d He warns that this noise is because of parts rubbing together, potentially because the machines\u2019 oil drying up. \u201cWhen your washer or dryer agitates, mechanical parts have to move and rub together,\u201d Freiberger says. \u201cWithout proper lubrication, they\u2019re just wearing each other down.\u201d He says it\u2019s only a matter of time before they break.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDryer door seal wearing down\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s not just the machinery of the dryer that can get run down\u2014the door can, too. \u201cDryer doors take quite a pummeling over time, as all we have a tendency to slam the door shut,\u201d says John Bedford, founder of Viva Flavor. \u201cKeep a close eye on the quality of the seal.\u201d If the dryer\u2019s seal isn\u2019t holding the door completely shut, heat can leak out, which will force the machine to generate more heat. Needless to say, this isn\u2019t good for it. So what should you do? \u201cIt\u2019s a simple thing to keep an eye on, and seals are very easy to replace as well,\u201d advises Bedford.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDryer not rotating\n\n\n\n
Rotating, of course, is the dryer\u2019s \u201cone job.\u201d If you see the dryer not rotating, or suspect that the belt isn\u2019t moving or is slipping, consider giving a technician a call, Barrett says. \u201cThe dryer rotates with the help of a rubber belt. With time this component needs replacement,\u201d she advises. Keep an eye on the rotation of the dryer to make sure it\u2019s consistent.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nA \u201chot\u201d smell\n\n\n\n
Needless to say, a burning smell around your appliances is never a good thing. \u201cAn easy way to tell that your washer is overheating is if you smell a scent of something getting hot or burning when you use the machine,\u201d Koster says. Both washing machines and dryers can get too hot, and it happens for different reasons. \u201cIt can happen when you overload the device, for example,\u201d he adds. \u201cWashers are rated to handle a certain load, and if you exceed it you can cause the internal components to wear out. At first, this might not be a problem, but over time these worn-out components will cause more and more friction. In turn, this increased friction leads to overheating.\u201d He recommends operating within the washer\u2019s load limit and also making sure to allow for some time between loads so that the machine can cool down.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nMildew and mould around your dryer\n\n\n\n
This is one to look for especially if your dryer is in an enclosed tight space or up against a wall. \u201cCondenser tumble dryers can be installed just everywhere in your home, but if the space is less than ten square meters, or [has] poor ventilation, expect condensation, mould, mildew, and even flaking paint to appear,\u201d Smith says. Even just a smell of mould can be indicative that you have a bigger problem. When you\u2019re installing a new machine, \u201cmake sure to place the machine in a well-ventilated and large enough room,\u201d Smith says. She suggests measuring a minimum of 20 millimeters between the edges of the dryer and all of its surroundings.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClothes not getting clean\n\n\n\n
Is your washing machine failing at its one job? \u201cThere\u2019s nothing more frustrating than waiting all that time for your washing machine to finish its cycle, only to find out that your clothes are no cleaner than when they went in,\u201d says Arvid Linde. Luckily, though, he says that this could be a quick fix: specifically, a clogged detergent tray. \u201cOver time, bits of residue can combine together, making a sticky mess that prevents your detergent and softener from traveling down to your clothes,\u201d Linde specifies. \u201cTo fix this, simply clean out both your detergent and filter drawer before loading up your laundry and starting the next wash cycle.\u201d With any luck, that\u2019ll fix the problem. You should also make sure you\u2019re not overstuffing the machine. That can short-change the clothes-cleaning process too.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHoses deteriorating\n\n\n\n
In addition to the dryer itself, the hoses that feed it can show signs of wear, too, and you should keep an eye on them as well. \u201cAn eroded drain hose can cause a water damage situation, costing you a lot of nerves and money down the drain,\u201d Smith warns. To prevent this, she says to \u201clook for bubbles, discolouration, and blisters along the hose and replace them right away if you notice damage.\u201d She says that once you have new hoses, it\u2019s a pretty straightforward repair, but you should hire a pro if you\u2019d rather be safe than sorry.\n\n\n\n
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