Condenser dryer isn't collecting water
I have a condenser clothesdryer, meaning the kind that collects water instead of letting out steam.
The last few loads I've run, there was no water in the container afterward.
Any idea what's wrong and what I should do about it?
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I found this info for you but you could also contact the mfg of your dryer online or by calling and ask them what to do
https://247homerescue.co.uk/blog/my-condenser-dryer-is-not-collecting-water/
By any chance have you updated your washer to a high efficiency machine that chooses the water level. My clothes come out almost dry so I thought that might be a possibility.
If yours has a lint trap make sure it's cleaned. Also the condenser should be cleaned about every three months. Some people clean them monthly. If your clothes don't come out as dry as they should the condenser needs to be cleaned. You can check online for your model or call the manufacturer.
I would use the troubleshooting aides your dryer manufacturer no doubt has online. It might be time for servicing if that doesn't help.
Vacuumed any vents there is and clean any that come out try cleaning vents make shure to unplug
Could be as simple as a clogged filter. Depending on make, you will need a repair tech to diagnose
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Here is more info to help you out
https://247homerescue.co.uk/blog/my-condenser-dryer-is-not-collecting-water/#:~:text=Why%20tumble%20dryers%20stop%20collecting%20water&text=The%20pipe%20that%20feeds%20to,could%20cause%20a%20blocked%20condenser.&text=Try%20and%20gather%20as%20much,clean%20with%20a%20dry%20cloth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs0FN3eL4r8
Sometimes you need to take them out side and hose out the coils but wait till itās completely dry to plug in
Contact the hot line of the manufacturer of your dryer, they have people standing by to help you, have the make and model numbers ready. There are things you can do as a customer to help determine what the problem is or is not.
I'd get in touch with the manufacturer first although it'll be hard for anyone to say for sure without taking a look at the machine. You may need to call for a repair person.
Hello, The pipe that feeds to the condenser tray can become clogged up with debris and could cause a blocked condenser. Try and gather as much fluff and debris as possible, and if you can, give the inside of the r dryer a clean with a dry cloth. Take a peek inside the washer and dryer tray and see if there is any debris blocking it up; if there is, give it a rinse in the sink.
Clean out the condenser, too; this is the small metal, easily-accessible tumble dryer box that looks like an accordion. Condensers can be quite hard to clean, but give it a good rinse and you should be able to dislodge any debris from it. Some people recommend using a garden hose.
Here is a post that might help https://247homerescue.co.uk/blog/my-condenser-dryer-is-not-collecting-water/#:~:text=Why%20tumble%20dryers%20stop%20collecting%20water&text=The%20pipe%20that%20feeds%20to,could%20cause%20a%20blocked%20condenser.&text=Try%20and%20gather%20as%20much,clean%20with%20a%20dry%20cloth.
I strongly suggest to contact the manufacturer, they may really help you in this matter.