May 21, 2012

How to Stop The Heat Build Up From Your Clothes Dryer.

Cloths Dryer

Clothes dryers by their nature generate a lot of heat and lint as they dry clothes. If the dryer is in a small or closed room this often results in moisture build up in the room. If you close the door this can result in a build up of heat and the dryer cutting which is not ideal as it could be a potential fire risk. A great way to over come this is by installing a clothes dryer vent … [Read more...]

Clothes Dryer Ventilation

Cloths Dryer

When using your clothes dryer it is always good practice to allow the room to air if you do not have a vent kit installed. This can be done by leaving a window or door open when the dryer is running. … [Read more...]

Cleaning Your Clothes Dryer Lint Filter

One of the most important dryer parts is the dryer lint filter. This removes the lint form the clothes during the drying process. It located in different parts of the machine depending on the model and brand. The video attached shows how to change and clean the filter on a Electrolux product which is a Simpson clothes dryer. The same filter is used on the, Simpson Sirocco, Simpson Ezi … [Read more...]

The Dangers of Dryer Filters

Blocked Lint Filter As part of regular maintenance and care of your clothes dryer, cleaning the lint filter after you have used it is an important habit to get into. Not only will it ensure the dryer works to its optimum at all times it will reduce the risk of a fire in your home due to an overloaded lint filter. When your dryer’s lint filter becomes plugged or blocked, it limits the ability … [Read more...]

How To select the right dryer bracket

So you are looking to gain more space in the laundry and you have decided to hang your clothes dryer on the wall. To do this you need the correct wall bracket for your dryer. Depending on your dryer there are two types of parts available, one is for machines that have a horizontal slot at the rear and the other is for dryers that have vertical slots. The best way to determine what bracket your … [Read more...]

How to Change a Simpson Clothes Dryer Blower Belt

Is your Dryers Blower Belt Broken or Stretched? One of the most common problems on the Simpson clothes dryers is that the rear blower belt either stretches or breaks. This can happen over time and will reduce the manner in which the dryer operates. The belt is easy to change and does not require a great deal of knowledge, so any one can carry out their own clothes dryer repairs. Below is a … [Read more...]