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John Smith
 
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HI

I have a hoptpoint dryer VTD20P. It has two heat settings (high and
low) and there does not seem any differance between them.

Set on either I measure (using an infra-red thermometer) around 65
Degree C at the drum.

I think its only working on the low setting.

Anyone help?

Thanks
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Hi,

Model# won't work for me....and appears to be too short?!?

It has two heat settings (high and
low) and there does not seem any differance
between them.


Most have little difference, low/delicate might be 130-135=BAF and ref
may be 140-145=BAF.

Set on either I measure (using an infra-red
thermometer) around 65 Degree C at the drum


Where? Usually use a thermometer on the air exit on the dryer.

I think its only working on the low setting.


How long does it take to dry an average load?

jeff.
Appliance Repair Aid
http://www.applianceaid.com/

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cowboy
 
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part of the dryer element is burned out

the dryer energizes more heat strips for higher heat settings

some of yours are burned out (at least one)

this is why the temperature seems the same

easy to fix



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HI

I have a hoptpoint dryer VTD20P. It has two heat settings (high and
low) and there does not seem any differance between them.

Set on either I measure (using an infra-red thermometer) around 65
Degree C at the drum.

I think its only working on the low setting.

Anyone help?

Thanks



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