On Jun 20, 10:27*pm, wrote:
On many occasions, I've read on this group that using "automatic" mode
on a dryer saved energy.

I call BS. When I dry clothes in automatic mode, selecting the "Energy
Preferred" setting, it takes nearly two hours to dry a load, and the
clothes come out smoking HOT!

Using the timed setting, a load of clothes dries in 60 minutes, and
come out COOL because of the 20 minute cooldown.

Those of you who drink the "automatic mode is more efficient" koolaid
should try using the timed setting on your dryers. You may be
pleasantly surprised, and you'll get your laundry done earlier.

Your dryer is broken. There is a humidistat in the outflow air that
speeds up the dial when it senses lower water content. Your's
probably needs replacing.