How does the drying system work in an LG washing machine?

Today, washer-dryers are nothing new. More and more often, buyers are opting for machines with a drying function. Users throw their laundry into the drum, start the desired program, and have no idea what's going on inside the machine.

Understanding how the drying system works in an LG washing machine is crucial if you encounter any problems. Let's explore how excess moisture evaporates from fabrics and describe the process in detail.

How does the LG CM dryer work and how does it work?

LG automatic machines dry clothes using condensation. Washing machines are equipped with a condenser, a heating chamber, a fan, an additional heating element and a pump.We'll explain how moisture evaporates from fabric.

Water vapor condensation occurs in a separate tank (the condenser), the interior of which is constantly cooled. The air is heated in a special chamber containing a powerful heating element. The drying process occurs cyclically until all excess moisture is removed from the clothes.

The heating chamber is located in the tank, at the top. The condenser is screwed to the back of the plastic reservoir. A fan is also located here, which is necessary for circulating air through the system.

At the bottom, the capacitor is screwed to the tank through a gasket, and at the top – to the heating chamber.

Description of the drying process

The drying principle in automatic washing machines is fairly straightforward once you understand what each component does. After the user starts a program, power is supplied to the washing machine. The heating element, drain pump, fan, and valve responsible for supplying water to cool the condenser are activated. The drum begins to rotate.

The fan begins to circulate the air. Water vapor from the tank passes through the condenser. Here, the flow cools, and water droplets drip down. Next, the drain pump takes over, pumping the accumulated liquid into a special reservoir.

The dry, cold air is then directed into the heating chamber. From there, it flows back into the drum to the wet laundry, gradually becoming moist and entering the condenser. As it cools, the water droplets flow downwards again and are removed from the system by a pump.

To ensure even drying, the drum rotates equally in both directions. The machine is equipped with temperature sensors that monitor the temperature inside the drum. Typically, the air in the chamber heats up to 100-120°C when drying cotton fabrics.

LG Washer Dryer Maintenance

Washing machines require regular maintenance, especially if they have a drying option. Due to the air circulation mechanism, threads, pellets, and lint are constantly flying around the system. This debris settles not only in the filters but also in the air ducts.

When the air duct becomes clogged, drying efficiency is lost and the machine starts to emit an unpleasant odor.

Many users struggle to understand why their washing machine smells bad. They try to combat the odor with various descaling agents, antibacterial drum treatments, and so on. However, these efforts prove ineffective, as the cause is a rotting knitted "plug" clogging the air duct through which the fan draws air.

You can clear the clog yourself without calling a professional. To do this, turn off the power to the washing machine, disconnect it from the utilities, and move it away from the wall. The job should take no more than 20-30 minutes. Experts recommend cleaning the washer-dryer duct at least once a year.

Otherwise, caring for a washing machine with a dryer is the same as for a regular washing machine. Every 2-3 months, you should clean the dust filter and descale the inside of the machine (using a special descaling product). It's also essential to air out the drum and powder compartment after each use.

   

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