Question about Zanussi ZWD1270 Front Load Washer / Dryer

Washer dryer is no longer drying

The items get nice and warm, hot even, but do not dry. I have checked the pump and drain and all seems clear. Spin and drain work fine. When drying there is a noise like a straining motor but nothing I can see to access. Any advice gratefully received.

Mister Woody Jun 03, 2007

thanks Tresilla,
Not able to get to it right now but sounds like could be the dryer duct. I'll let you know as soon as I get into it.
Mister Woody Jun 06, 2007

cheers, I'll only be able to get to it on Saturday and will return with the results!!!
Thanks so much for the speedy response

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Two things to check take rear half of cabinet off and check the dryer duct (lhs from front) is not blocked. this is very common check water is being taken in during dry - the water is used to condense steam from the drying clothes. easiest way to check this is to see that some water is being drained during the drying cycle. i assume that drain is operating ok

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