Simple Appliance Answers Most drying problems are caused by cautious design, sensors, or load conditions. But sometimes, a dryer that isn’t drying is no longer making a decision — it’s failing to perform a basic function. This article draws the line between normal behaviour and a genuine fault. Normal under-drying vs real failure Normal under-drying: Real drying failure: … Read more
Most long pauses in modern washing machines are deliberate. But not all of them. This article draws the boundary line — where normal control behaviour ends and a genuine problem begins. Normal pauses vs abnormal pauses A normal pause: An abnormal pause: The difference is outcome, not duration. Signs a pause is still normal A … Read more
Needing to run a dryer two or three times to get clothes fully dry feels inefficient — and often feels like something must be wrong. In many cases, nothing is broken. Modern dryers are designed to avoid overdrying, even if that means under-drying on the first pass. Why one cycle often isn’t enough anymore Older … Read more
A dryer that feels hot to the touch — especially on the sides or top — often causes immediate concern. Heat on the exterior feels like something is wrong. In most cases, it isn’t. Some external warmth is a normal by-product of how dryers move heat, not a sign of failure. Why dryers feel warm … Read more
A dryer that shuts off before clothes are fully dry often feels like it’s malfunctioning. In many cases, it isn’t failing — it’s ending the cycle deliberately. Modern dryers decide when to stop based on conditions, not just time. Why dryers stop early by design Most modern dryers use: If those systems decide the load … Read more
A dryer that runs normally but leaves clothes damp is one of the most frustrating appliance behaviours. It feels like a clear failure. In many cases, it isn’t. Modern dryers often intentionally reduce drying performance under certain conditions to protect fabrics, manage heat, or save energy. ⸻ Why “running” doesn’t always mean “drying” Older dryers … Read more
New or unfamiliar noises from a washing machine often trigger immediate concern. But most noises that appear mid-cycle are normal — especially on modern machines. What’s changed isn’t reliability. It’s how much you can hear the machine thinking. Why modern machines make more varied sounds Older machines had: Modern machines constantly change: Each change can … Read more
A washing machine door that stays locked long after you expect it to open can feel worrying — especially if the cycle has finished. In most cases, the lock is doing exactly what it’s meant to do. Why doors stay locked after the cycle ends Modern washing machines will not unlock the door until they’re … Read more
A washing machine that keeps stopping and starting can feel unreliable or faulty. In most cases, this behaviour is intentional control, not failure. Modern machines no longer run in a smooth, continuous way. They operate in short decision cycles. Why stopping and starting is normal now Modern washing machines constantly check: Instead of running blindly, … Read more
Many people notice the same thing the first time they use a modern washing machine: “This used to take an hour. Why is it nearly three?” It feels inefficient. It feels worse than older machines. It often feels broken. In most cases, it isn’t. Longer wash cycles are a design choice, not a fault. Older … Read more