'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

[Deepie]

More action is needed to recall Whirlpool's fire-risk tumble dryers before someone dies, according to a leading Trading Standards officer.


Last November Whirlpool - the owner of the Hotpoint, Indesit and Creda brands - said the dryers could be dangerous as they allow lint to build up against the heating element.


More ---> http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-35828471

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

My replacement is already under question as they're catching fire too. I'm just ultra cautious and use common sense - when I'm out / in bed - dryer is switched off st the wall with the door open.

[Deepie]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've got a washing line outside ....cheaper to run ....

[oscar]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

My replacement is already under question as they're catching fire too. I'm just ultra cautious and use common sense - when I'm out / in bed - dryer is switched off st the wall with the door open.

Whats your replacement mate? We had a newer one as our old one was on "the list"

[JLC]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've not had any problem with mine. We had it fixed a while ago and they did whatever they claim they had to do to make it safe. As long as you clean the filter, it should be OK. I'm bit obsessed with keeping mine clean. I was reprimanded in America when I was there as an au pair for not cleaning the fluff out, so I always do it after each wash. Since they 'fixed' it, I have noticed it needs to run for about 10 mins longer.

[PlanB]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've got a dryer on the list.

I've only just got "the letter" advising me that it may potentially burst into flames and destroy not only my expensive underwear but my entire house.

The advice is to not use the dryer when you're asleep which is bonkers.

Are they saying you need to be in the vicinity when the machine (inevitably?) bursts into flames? How will that help me?

I may be able to leg it out of the door with or without my cat which may be asleep somewhere (that's what cats do - they hide) but it won't stop my house from being burnt down while I'm quivering on the pavement watching my entire life be destroyed.

Total recall of these machines needed. Now.

If this was a Toyota they would.

Plan B x

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

Whats your replacement mate? We had a newer one as our old one was on "the list"

ours was 4 years old so we paid the £99 for the new one.

Its this model I got but now changed I believe: -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hotpoint-TDW.../dp/B01ABWX1PM

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've not had any problem with mine. We had it fixed a while ago and they did whatever they claim they had to do to make it safe. As long as you clean the filter, it should be OK. I'm bit obsessed with keeping mine clean. I was reprimanded in America when I was there as an au pair for not cleaning the fluff out, so I always do it after each wash. Since they 'fixed' it, I have noticed it needs to run for about 10 mins longer.

Wont matter. Those fixed are causing fires. It's on itv this morning a LOT.

The element cover on the back has a filter covering the element which causes the fires. There's 3 different issues - cleaning is one but the other two are technical. I'd still register on the Hotpoint site for replacement. Free if under 1yr old (in warranty) or £99 if older (I think)!

-> https://www.aspokesmansaid.com/shopp...er-replacement
-> http://www.itv.com/thismorning/hot-t...-been-recalled
-> http://www.itv.com/thismorning/hot-t...nt-dryers-safe


* AFTER being fixed -> http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...ed-defect.html

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've got a dryer on the list.

I've only just got "the letter" advising me that it may potentially burst into flames and destroy not only my expensive underwear but my entire house.

The advice is to not use the dryer when you're asleep which is bonkers.

Are they saying you need to be in the vicinity when the machine (inevitably?) bursts into flames? How will that help me?

I may be able to leg it out of the door with or without my cat which may be asleep somewhere (that's what cats do - they hide) but it won't stop my house from being burnt down while I'm quivering on the pavement watching my entire life be destroyed.

Total recall of these machines needed. Now.

If this was a Toyota they would.

Plan B x

Letter? You self register on their support site and then pick the replacement! It is common sense never leave a dryer on overnight - I've never done that even before this fiasco. You'll find it voids your insurance. I used to work in insurance and it's sickening when a claim for damage is rejected cos of a water leak - as you put washer on before you went to bed or the likes. All domestic electrical items should be isolated when you're not home (and insurers stand by that)!

Sadly its the way of the world right now. Small print and more small print and clauses

[PlanB]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

It is common sense never leave a dryer on overnight - I've never done that even before this fiasco.

I've never met a man yet who knows what a washing machine or tumble dryer looks like, let alone used one.

Is there no end to your talents

Plan B x

[nightwatch]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

Mine is on the list. contacted them end Nov beginning of Dec, had an email January that it would be April before they could get anyone to "repair" it, didn't want the white replacement as mine is silver to match other kitchen items. no I don't have anywhere else to put it, live in a small semi demolished

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've never met a man yet who knows what a washing machine or tumble dryer looks like, let alone used one.

Is there no end to your talents

Plan B x

haha I even Hoover you know!! Seriously!

[Never-In-Doubt]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

Mine is on the list. contacted them end Nov beginning of Dec, had an email January that it would be April before they could get anyone to "repair" it, didn't want the white replacement as mine is silver to match other kitchen items. no I don't have anywhere else to put it, live in a small semi demolished

Be careful. The repair isn't actually rectifying the fault as its a fault with the design allegedly.....

Safety over colour was my thinking

[nightwatch]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

Be careful. The repair isn't actually rectifying the fault as its a fault with the design allegedly.....

Safety over colour was my thinking

yes agree, but if your replacement is also now on the list it won't matter will it ?

[Deepie]

Re: 'Action needed' on fire-risk dryers, says Trading Standards chief

I've never met a man yet who knows what a washing machine or tumble dryer looks like,

Plan B x

I've seen plenty online .......Only because I'm fitting a kitchen ATM ....so I need to know the size ....

I still can't work out where the soap powder goes .......(women's work)