A heat pump dryer does not heat the air with a heating element but circulates it in a closed loop: warm air takes moisture from the laundry, is cooled so the moisture separates, and is then warmed again. Drying happens at a lower temperature than in a conventional condenser dryer, which is gentler on fabrics and helps prevent clothes from shrinking. Because the heat is reused, less electricity is needed.
The dryer takes up to 8 kg of laundry per load, which usually matches a fully loaded washing machine. The drum holds 102 litres: in a large drum the laundry has room to tumble, the air reaches everywhere and clothes crease less. The drum is stainless steel, which is durable and easy to clean. The drum light helps you see that no sock is left inside.
The dryer is operated from an electronic touch panel, and the chosen settings are shown on the LED display. The door with a viewing window lets you check on the drying without interrupting the cycle. The child lock locks the panel so that small children cannot change or stop a programme by accident. This model has no Wi-Fi, so everything is done directly on the machine.
The manufacturer lists the dryer as energy class E. The annual consumption in kilowatt-hours is not given in the data, so check the energy label for the exact figure. The maximum noise level is 68 dB. A drying cycle often runs for several hours, so it makes sense to place the dryer in a bathroom, utility room or another spot where the noise does not disturb the living room or bedroom.
The dryer is 60 cm wide, 59.3 cm deep and 85.3 cm tall, and weighs 45 kg. These are the usual dimensions of front-loading laundry appliances, so it typically fits next to a washing machine in the same row. Before installation, also measure the space needed for the door, since a front loader opens forwards and is loaded from the front.
The TCL DP0844WE0 suits a household that washes large amounts regularly and wants dry laundry even when there is nowhere to dry it outdoors or indoors. The heat pump is gentler on fabrics than drying with a heating element, 8 kg takes a full washing machine load, and the child lock and lit drum make everyday use simple.
| Brand | TCL |
|---|---|
| Device type | Front loading |
| Colour of product | White |
| Child lock | Yes |
| Drum material | Stainless Steel |
| Drum volume | 102 L |
| Self-cleaning | No |
| Steam function | No |
| Viewing window | Yes |
| EAN | 8720568113425 |
| Display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Display type | LED |
| Drying capacity | 8 kg |
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| Wi-Fi | No |
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| Control type | Electronic, touch sensitive |
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| Energy efficiency class | E |
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| Noise level (max) | 68 dB |
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| Drum interior light | Yes |
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| Drying system | Heat pump |
| Width | 60 cm |
|---|---|
| Height | 85.3 cm |
| Depth | 59.3 cm |
| Net weight | 45.00 kg |
The dimensions are 60 × 59.3 × 85.3 cm (width × depth × height). Also allow space for opening the door and loading, as it is a front loader.
The maximum noise level is 68 dB according to the manufacturer. As drying takes several hours, a separate utility room or bathroom is the best place for it.
No. According to the manufacturer there is no Wi-Fi; the dryer is operated from the touch panel and the settings are shown on the LED display.
The energy class is E, but the manufacturer does not specify the annual consumption in kWh. The exact figure is on the energy label.
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