Laundry equipment drive problem-solving method for recognizing a problem in a drive chain on washing equipment like a washing machine or a linen drier monitors a drive motor's power consumption

摘要

Any problem is identified in a drive chain for laundry handling equipment (1), in which an electric drive motor (5) uses a drive belt (3) on a drive belt drive (4) to drive a washer drum (2) rotating on bearings. The electric drive motor's power consumption is monitored. An Independent claim is also included for a linen treatment device like a linen drier, a washing machine or a combined appliance with a washing machine and a drier.