HELKAMA - Tumble Dryers

As a rule of thumb, the capacity of the tumble dryer should match the load capacity of your washing machine. If your washing machine is 8 kg, choose at least an 8 kg tumble dryer. Wet laundry is heavy and needs space in the drum to "fly" so that it dries evenly and wrinkles less.

Yes, you can, and this solution is called a washing tower. It saves floor space in the bathroom. The installation always requires a brand-specific or universal stacking kit to securely attach the tumble dryer on top of the washing machine. Ensure that the washing machine is deep enough for the tumble dryer.

Most tumble dryers collect water in a built-in water tank that is emptied manually. However, almost all models have the option to connect the appliance directly to a drain using an included or separately purchased drain hose. This is the most effortless method, as you won't need to empty the tank.

Older tumble dryers could shrink clothes due to high temperatures. Modern heat pump tumble dryers dry at lower temperatures and use moisture sensors that end the program as soon as the laundry is dry. This protects clothes from overheating and shrinking. Always check the garment's washing instructions, however.

Heat pump technology (Heat Pump) is an energy-efficient way to dry laundry. It recovers the heat energy from the exhaust air and reuses it to heat the drying air. Thanks to this, the appliances often belong to the best energy classes (A++ or A+++) and save considerably on electricity bills over the appliance's lifespan.

The most important maintenance task is cleaning the lint filter after every drying cycle. A clean filter ensures good air circulation and fast drying. In addition, the condenser (or heat exchanger) must be cleaned regularly, unless the appliance has an automatically cleaning condenser (SelfCleaning Condenser).

Yes, if the machine has special programs for them. Many modern dryers are Woolmark certified, which means that even hand-washable wool can be safely dried in them. A tumble dryer is excellent for drying down products, as it keeps the down fluffy – remember to use dryer balls to enhance the fluffing.

To operate, a tumble dryer needs a standard grounded power outlet (schuko). Unlike a washing machine, it does not need a water connection from a tap. Adequate ventilation in the room is recommended, even though heat pump models do not release moisture into the room air in the same way as older appliances.