A clothes dryer is a convenient household appliance, indispensable during the humid season in the North. The function of a clothes dryer is to help clothes dry quickly, fragrantly and cleanly.
However, housewives should also note that if they do not clean or maintain regularly, dirt and fabric fiber will accumulate in the filter and ventilation system. This is also the reason why the machine operates inefficiently, consumes a lot of electricity and causes a risk of fire and explosion.
Therefore, proper and regular cleaning is very necessary. Accordingly, housewives can refer to simple and quick cleaning methods for clothes dryers at home.
Power outage before cleaning
Before cleaning the machine, make sure to turn off the power source carefully to avoid the risk of electrical short circuit or damage to the internal components.
Weaving a fabric strainer
fabric grille is an important part that needs to be cleaned regularly, ideally after each drying. To carry out the cleaning work, housewives need to remove the filter from the machine.
Use a damp cloth or soft brush to remove fabric fibers that have accumulated for a long time inside. If the fabric fiber filter is too dirty, it can be washed with clean water and naturally dried before reinstalling it in the machine.
Clean the humidity sensor
The humidity sensitive set will help the dryer automatically adjust the drying time accordingly. If the sensory surface is covered with dust, the machine can measure the moisture of the clothes incorrectly, leading to inaccurate drying time.
Therefore, housewives need to clean the humidity sensitive device by using an alcohol-absorbed soft towel or diluted vinegar to gently clean it. Then dry it with a towel to ensure the feel is no longer slightly moist.
Ensure a clean ventilation system
The ventilation system has the function of removing moisture from the air. If the dust accumulates for a long time, the machine will take longer to dry and easily overheat.
To clean this ventilation system, housewives should unlock the ventilation system and remove the air pipes. Use a vacuum cleaner or towel to clean the inside.
If possible, use a water pipe to wash away dirt in the pipes and dry them completely before reinstalling them in the machine.
Cleaning the water container
The dryer stalls when there is a water storage compartment to recover moisture from clothes. If you do not pour water or wash it regularly, the container may overflow or give off an unpleasant smell.
The implementation is also quite simple, housewives just need to pour all the water inside the container after each drying. Wash the container with warm water and dry before reinstalling.
Dried cage soil and shells outside the machine
Drying cages have a direct contact with clothes, so they should be cleaned with a soft towel to remove dirt. The outer surface of the machine should also be cleaned regularly to avoid sticking to the dust.
Housewives can also use a coating to keep the dryer clean during use.
