15 Things You Dont Know About Heat Pump Washer Dryer

Energy Efficient Heat Pump Washer Dryer

Heat pump dryers are poised to become household staples due to new federal incentives and impressive laboratory test results. These units are faster to wash and dry and do not bring conditioned indoor air outside to vent.

The clothes are also treated at less heat. Read on to find out more about this fascinating laundry technology.

1. Energy Savings

Heat pumps aren't just for cooling and heating your home and are now being utilized in clothes dryers too. A dryer made of heat that is ENERGY START-certified consumes 28% less electricity than a conventional dryer, which will save you money on your electric bill. They operate at the lower temperature to lessen wear and tear and damage to your clothes.

Heat pump washer-dryers recycle air that is used in the washing cycle. However, it is cooled and warmed by a condenser coil that is located within the evaporator. The warm air is then transferred to the drum to continue drying clothes. A heat pump dryer doesn't require exhausting the air that is laden with moisture, like vented dryers do.

It's worth making your appliances as energy efficient as possible, as laundry processes consume an enormous amount of energy. This can be achieved by pairing a washer with a heat-pump dryer. This will allow you to maximize efficiency, and begin saving energy costs immediately.

Explore our selection of ENERGY STAR certified dryers and washers to start. You can sort results by model and energy consumption, wash cycles or spin speed. Be sure to examine the yellow Energy Guide Label to see how much each appliance costs to run for the year.

Combination washer-dryers can be an ideal option for households who are unable to afford two separate machines, or do not have the space. They are plugged directly into an outlet that is 120 volts and don't require a 240-volt venting or hookup. These units are perfect for condominiums and apartments as they can be placed in a cupboard or under a counter.

2. Reduces Noise

Most traditional clothes dryers use the hot gas or electric coil to heat the air that evaporates the moisture from your laundry. That air is then vented outside your home, taking with it your conditioned air that you pay to cool in the summer and warm in winter. Your house will have to work overtime to replace the conditioned heat by pulling replacement air through gaps and cracks around doors and walls.

Heat pump washer dryers move humidity from one place to another, rather than venting and heating it, which is fantastic news for those who live in homes that aren't able to handle the extra airflow. It is also possible to put in washer/dryer combinations in places where a vented dryer would not be suitable, such as under stairs. This will not impact the energy efficiency or performance.

While this is a major benefit of all-in-one washing and drying machines, they do have their disadvantages. It's important to allow enough time for each load because all-in-one machines take longer to finish their cycles than traditional dryers and washers. In addition, combining two appliances in one can reduce the amount of laundry you can do at one time, since it takes around an hour longer for colors and whites to dry than they would in separate machines.

Many manufacturers have begun to address these problems with simple solutions. LG's top-rated washer-dryer combo includes a feature where you can prop the door slightly open while it's running to prevent water from pooling and drying the drum. A number of LG models, such as our top pick, come with a small drainage hole in the bottom laundry tub, which allows water to drain instead of pooling. You can also buy sound blankets that fit snugly around the heat pump in order to block out the noise.

3. Reduces wear and tear

They don't heat the air unlike traditional dryers. They simply remove the moisture from clothes. This is much gentler on fabrics. This helps conserve energy since it doesn't have to use energy to heat the air for the drying process.

They require more maintenance than standalone machines due to the fact that the condensate drain tube has to be cleaned regularly to avoid blockages. This isn't much different than cleaning a standard machine.

The most notable difference is that heat pump washer and dryer combos do not vent, which means they can be used in a house without cutting into the wall outside to run ductwork. This is a huge benefit for people who live in apartments, students, and others who don't want to alter their living spaces or spend extra money on a new appliance.

The drying time of clothes dried by heat-pump dryers is slower than traditional dryers because they don't get nearly as hot. Many people were hesitant use them due to the fact that they didn't get as hot. However, manufacturers have improved their technology and the LG Signature LUWM101HWA, a heat pump dryer which is among our top dryers, has an average drying time of 37 to 70 minutes.

It is important to not overdo the detergent. This can lead to excessive suds that can prolong the process and leaves a slimy layer on the clothing. (Readers constantly write to us about this problem). Use the recommended amount of high-efficiency detergents, and clean the dispenser drawer regularly. This will ensure that the machine operates as efficiently as possible, saving you money and energy.

4. Reduces Lint

When drying your clothes, a heat pump dryer uses less air than vented electric or vented gas dryers. This is because it doesn't blast hot, humid air into your laundry but instead, it extracts vapor at a room temperature from the air around your clothes. The vapor is heated by your washer, and then used to evaporate moisture from your laundry.

A heat pump washer dryer weighs 88lbs. It's not as heavy as a vented gas dryer or an electric dryer. That can make a difference if you intend to mount it on the wall or put it in a closet that may not be large enough to accommodate a vent.

Lint build-up is a problem for all dryers, but the lower temperatures of a heat pump dryer limit how much it can clog the exhaust and stop your clothes from reaching their maximum drying capacity. This reduces the possibility of a fire in the dryer or in its exhaust, which can occur when solvents and oils that are flammable from your laundry get into the vent or the dryer's evaporator.

To prevent the build-up of lint, be sure to clean your dryer drain at least once per year (more often if you have children or pets). You can make use of a leaf blower or wire brush to remove any lint between the ridges of the hose of accordion. It's safer to clean it outside than inside.





To avoid drying out, make sure to use a low-suds detergent and follow the manufacturer's directions on how to set your water's level. Also, separate laundry by fabric types and wash delicates such as silk with heavy cottons or linens. So you don't overdye your delicates or shrink them too much. Likewise, the moisture sensors will have better chances of notifying you when your laundry is fully dry to stop the cycle.

5. Space Savings

Because heat pump dryers recycle and reuse hot air, they use less energy than vented dryers. This means they can save you money in a variety of ways--not just on energy bills, but also on the amount of energy used to heat or cool your home.

This method is also more gentle on fabrics, so it reduces wear and shrinkage--a major benefit when you're dealing with expensive clothes. It also eliminates the need for vents blocked by lint and reduces the energy consumed by conventional dryers to heat the air before it enters the machine. This helps keep your heating costs down.

Combinations of heat pump washers and dryers are designed to fit into small spaces, like closets and kitchens. These machines are all-in-one and require only a few inches more space than the best front-load washers that are vented. They're also ventless, so you can place them anywhere that has water and an outlet with 120-volts.

They are also simple to use. All you have to do is select the dry and wash cycle that's best for your load and let them do the work. Then, simply pull your clothes out when they're ready.

With heat-pump tumble dryer -efficient, versatile machines, it's easier than ever to do your laundry without spending a dime. You can shop online or visit an Aztec Appliance showroom to find a washer-dryer combination that will fit seamlessly into your home. We offer the best prices and promotions, rebates and financing specials for enhancing your laundry space. We're here to assist you in choosing the right heat pump dryer for you!