Drying shoes in a Haier tumble dryer

It might seem like only clothes and bedding can be loaded into a dryer, but that's not true. In addition to everyday clothes, you can also dry shoes in a Haier dryer, a fact frequently used by owners of this smart appliance. While leather items aren't suitable for drying, there are no restrictions on drying sneakers or similar athletic footwear. Let's explore how to properly dry shoes in this "home helper."

How to dry correctly?

The Haier dryer does not have a separate mode for processing shoes, but it does come with a special shelf. It needs to be placed directly into the drum, and then a pair of shoes to be dried should be placed on it.

Unfortunately, each cycle can only dry one pair of shoes, which is very wasteful in terms of energy consumption. Users often complain about this, noting that it's much better to buy electric shoe dryers that can dry multiple pairs at once. However, not everyone has such an electric dryer, while tumble dryers are becoming more and more common in households. Therefore, let's explore the intricacies of drying shoes in an automatic dryer.

• Don't rush to load your shoes into the dryer; first, make sure they're made of tumble-dryable materials. For example, leather and suede should either not be tumble-dried at all, or should be tumble-dried on the most delicate setting at the lowest temperature.
• Additionally, you need to examine the shoes for any sewn-on or glued-on elements, as they may come off during the process, and the glue could be even worse – it could melt and even cause a fire.
• It is better not to use the express mode for shoes, as it heats the machine up to 60 degrees Celsius, and at this temperature the adhesive layer of the product can be destroyed.

The best programs for drying shoes in Haier appliances are wool, delicate, and “Drying by time”.

• Always manually adjust the machine temperature to 40 degrees or less.
• Be sure to clean your shoes before each use, as dirt and dust can damage the machine and prevent freshly washed clothes from drying properly. It's also worth inspecting the soles for small stones, which don't belong in a home appliance.

The list seems long only for new dryer users. Over time, you'll memorize all the experts' recommendations, ensuring that neither your shoes nor the dryer itself will be in danger.

Why do shoes get damaged in the dryer?

Most materials need to dry evenly after being in the dryer for a long time. Since machines significantly accelerate the evaporation of moisture, this can negatively affect the shoes. For example, it's best not to dry high-heeled shoes in automatic dryers, as they can be damaged, as well as the drum. The wrong temperature setting can crack the polish on sandals, and your favorite pair of sneakers can shrink several sizes.

Users should handle sneakers with extreme care, as most of the materials they are made from are not designed to withstand high temperatures. The glue in the sneakers may melt, the rubber sole may crack, and the cushioning components may simply lose their effectiveness. To prevent this, use a shoe rack and set the drying temperature correctly.

Finally, even after just one cycle, leather shoes often suffer from significant shrinkage due to high temperatures. To ensure leather shoes retain their properties, they should be treated with special sprays, creams, and other leather care products after each machine drying cycle.

   

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