Sauter d18

Sauter error code D18 indicates: Sauter SDF / STE Condensation & Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Maximum drying cycle timeout exceeded d18; machine aborts after running for over 180 minutes without reaching target dry state..

The primary root cause for Sauter code D18 is: On Sauter tumble dryers utilizing Saveurs thermodynamic sensor drying, dual-filter air recirculation, and delicate fiber temperature throttling: Wet overloaded laundry from an unspun washer cycle (<800 RPM), severely blocked condenser, or weak heat pump performance..

To resolve error code D18: Spin clothes in washing machine at 1200+ RPM prior to drying. Wash condenser core thoroughly. Reduce total laundry weight in drum. Set knob to 0, hold Start/Pause and Dryness Level together for 5 seconds until the confirmation tone sounds, then turn off.

Resetting power (unplugging for 5–10 minutes) clears temporary memory errors. However, if Sauter code D18 persists, the physical component causing On Sauter tumble dryers utilizing Saveurs thermodynamic sensor drying, dual-filter air recirculation, and delicate fiber temperature throttling: Wet overloaded laundry from an unspun washer cycle (<800 RPM), severely blocked condenser, or weak heat pump performance. must be inspected or replaced.

Set a digital multimeter to ohms (Ω). Disconnect power and test Protective Earth Bonding & Incoming Mains Voltage across Between unpainted chassis metal and mains plug earth pin; incoming terminal block L-N. Expected nominal reading is Earth Ground Continuity: <0.1Ω (Chassis metal to mains plug earth pin). Mains: 230V AC ±10%.. Tolerance: Protective conductor impedance must remain <0.1Ω. Line voltage 207V–253V AC under load..

Standard electrical safety protocol: 1. Disconnect 230V mains power before opening panels. 2. Verify zero voltage at test points. 3. Allow hot water or heating elements to cool below 30°C before handling.