Tumble Dryers – How to use them Safely and Effectively
Tumble dryers are a key appliance for many, owned by approximately 53% of UK households. However, they can be very expensive to run, and a lot of people have safety concerns associated with them, particularly the potential fire risks. A notable case is that of Whirpool, which announced in 2015 that it had a safety problem with its tumble dryers, which had caused 750 fires. As a result, 5.2 million tumble dryers were recalled.
If a tumble dryer is used correctly (and isn’t faulty), it is ultimately a safe appliance to have in the home. Which? has compiled a guide of steps to take in order to ensure that people are using their tumble dryers as safely and effectively as possible:
Never overfill a tumble dryer
Avoid stopping your tumble dryer mid-cycle
Clean your tumble dryer's lint filter after every use
Never leave your tumble dryer running when you're out or asleep
Never dry anything with oil on it in a tumble dryer
Clean your dryer's heat exchanger regularly
For the full guide, visit: https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/tumble-dryers/article/tumble-dryer-safety-aSyXl8t2zoLV
The Infoo App – Get Notified About Recalls
On the Infoo app, users simply scan a picture of the product label which automatically cross references against the Company’s extensive database of recalls. If there are any recall notices on the products further down the line, the app will alert the user and provide them with the necessary information and next steps.
