So the dryer will work
Similar to the incandescent bulbs most of the energy is dissipated also in the case of the conventional condenser tumble dryers unused in the room. In the case of the new technology with a heat pump, however, a large proportion of the exhaust air is used for the drying process. The humidity of the exhaust air condenses on the cold part of the heat pump, while the hot part of the supply air is heated.
Energy efficiency table
The advantages of the heat pump
The great advantage of the Laundry dryer with a heat pump, your low power consumption is unique. He is about 50 percent less than in the case of the simple condenser tumble dryers.
- So also, the power costs for the heat pump dryer by up to 50 percent.
- The linen is stretched during the drying process is significantly less - which increases the duration of use.
The disadvantages of the new generation of Dryers
- The time required for Drying will take a little longer, depending on the model, and the drum fill can be dry-gear two to three hours.
- Dryer with a heat pump are still more expensive.
The cost of the heat pump tumble dryer
- According to Stiftung Warentest cost you a load of dry clothes in a dryer with a heat pump of about 40 cents, whereas in the case of a simple condenser dryer with approximately one Euro must be expected.
- Depending on the price, of course, the energy efficiency class of the respective household appliance.
- In July 2013, the Foundation has Warentest tested again twelve tumble dryer with heat pump. To the Test, you will be directed here.
- In addition, for example, offers Amazon for a small price comparison to.
How to get your old dryer properly dispose of, we can tell you here.
