Electrolux Heat Pump Dryer 8kg Edhi618wd

Core Specifications

• Type: Freestanding heat pump tumble dryer
• Capacity: 8 kg (ideal for medium households)
• Energy rating: Typically E (new EU scale) / often marketed as A++ equivalent
• Annual energy use: ~235 kWh
• Noise level: ~66 dB
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 850 × 596 × 638–662 mm
• Colour: White

Key Technologies

• GentleCare heat pump
  • Dries at lower temperatures to protect fabrics
• SensiCare (sensor drying)
  • Adjusts time and energy based on moisture → avoids over drying
• MixCare
  • Dry cotton + synthetics together (no sorting needed)
• Reverse tumble
  • Reduces tangling and creasing

Programmes & Features

• Programs include:
  Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, Sportswear, Bedlinen XL, Eco
• Anti-crease function
  • Drum rotates after cycle to reduce wrinkles
• Delay start timer
• LED display + rotary control
• EasyClean filter (simple maintenance)
• Water tank (condenser type)

Performance & Efficiency

• Heat pump system reuses hot air, making it much cheaper to run than vented dryers
• Lower heat = better for clothes longevity
• Slightly longer drying times vs standard dryers (typical of heat pump models)

Things to Know

• Needs room temp ≥ ~10°C (not ideal for cold garages/sheds)
• Energy rating “E” looks low, but that’s due to new EU labelling (it’s still efficient)
• Takes longer cycles than vented/condenser dryers

Summary

The EDHI618WD is a solid mid-range heat pump dryer:

• Energy-efficient running costs
• Very gentle on clothes
• Good everyday capacity (8kg)