Tumble dryers are incredibly convenient, especially if you live somewhere where the weather is often cold and rainy. Beko dryers often work very well, but as with most appliances, there may be a time when your machine isn’t working as it should.
Usually, this can be fixed by resetting your Beko dryer, so that’s a good place to start. If you are wondering how to use the reset button for your Beko, you’ve come to the right place.
Why do you need to reset your Beko tumble dryer?
First, you need to figure out why you are resetting your dryer and what happened to cause the problem. The two most common reasons are that Beko appliances are either beeping or flashing their lights, or that they aren’t working properly.
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It isn’t working properly
You might wonder why your dryer takes longer than usual to dry your clothes or isn’t drying clothes properly. Your Beko may also stop heating up properly or have stopped working entirely. These issues can be a sign that your dryer needs a restart.
Of course, other issues could also cause your dryer to malfunction. One of the most common problems is that your dryer hasn’t been cleaner recently. If your vents or filters are clogged, your Beko dryer won’t have enough heat to properly dry your clothes, so while you are resetting it, it can be a good idea to give it a good clean. Your dryer could also be acting up if it is overheating, so be sure to keep an eye on its temperature.
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The tumble dryer is beeping or flashing lights
Usually, a Beko tumble dryer will beep or flash its lights to warn you that there is a malfunction in the appliance. However, this isn’t always the case.
For example, if your Beko’s anti-crease light is flashing, it doesn’t necessarily mean that there is anything wrong with the appliance. It simply indicates that your appliance’s anti-creasing is on during its cycle. Similarly, if the interior light (located in condenser dryers) is flashing or not working, it may simply mean you need to replace it.
However, if your Beko is flashing its lights or making constant beeping sounds, resetting it is a good idea.
How to reset a Beko tumble dryer
Once you know why you need to reset your Beko dryer, it’s time to actually do it. Luckily, this shouldn’t be too hard.
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Look at your user manual
Your user manual is there to guide you and will likely tell you where everything on your Beko dryer is located. If there is a reset button, your user manual will thus tell you where to find it. If your appliance is flashing a light, the manual may also explain what is causing the malfunction.
It may also give you some answers to common problems with your dryer model. If restarting the Beko doesn’t work, your user manual may have other suggestions to resolve the issue.
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Locate the start/pause/cancel button
If your Beko dryer doesn’t have a dedicated reset button, there’s no need to panic. Most Bekos don’t have specific reset buttons.
Instead, you will need to use the start/pause/cancel button, which will act as a reset button. This will usually be a big and visible button at the top or front of your tumble dryer. You can use this button to reset your dryer by pressing it for three seconds. If it doesn’t reset after three seconds, you can try holding the start button in for five seconds to see if that solves the issue. This should work for most models of Beko dryers.
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Resetting a Beko DRCS68W dryer
The DRCS69W model is quite a popular one when it comes to Beko dryers. You can try the steps above to reset this model as well, but if that doesn’t work, there are a few extra things that you can try.
Firstly, you can go into service mode and then reset the appliance. Before you attempt this, you must ensure there is no obstruction in the vent, then check your user manual for steps to enter service mode on Beko dryers.
Usually, you will need to select ‘delicate cycle’ on your dryer and then keep the cancel button pressed down until all the lights flash. After that, press cancels again to put the appliance through test mode. Finally, switch the machine off to complete the reset.
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Reset the thermostat button
You can also look for the Beko DRCS68W thermostat reset button, which should be located near the control panel of your tumble dryer. This button will reset your thermal fuse and heater element, so this might be the answer if there’s a problem with your heating element or fuse.
To access this button, you may need to remove parts of your dryer, such as the lower panel or back panel, so be sure to have a screwdriver handy. Once you’ve found the thermostat reset button, simply press it to see if it resolves your problem.
What if the reset doesn’t work?
As mentioned, completing the reset process may easily resolve most problems with Beko dryers. Unfortunately, however, this isn’t always the case. So, what can you do if you’ve reset your device and it’s still causing you problems?
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Unplug it and leave it
You can try unplugging your Beko from the wall or switching off the plug, so it doesn’t receive a power supply. Then you simply need to leave it for a few hours or even overnight.
Sometimes, you will get lucky, and your Beko will start functioning normally when you plug it in and use it the next morning. Of course, you must check that everything is properly connected when you plug it back in.
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Contact Beko’s support team
You can always contact Beko if you’ve tried everything and you are still experiencing the same problem, as they will be able to answer questions about your Beko.
They may be able to offer you more in-depth answers to your questions, and they will be able to walk you through every step.
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Get a professional out
Finally, some issues may simply be too advanced for you to fix, in which case you should get a professional to come and inspect your Beko dryer.
If nothing else thus far has helped, it could be that there is a more serious problem with your Beko, so only a technician will be able to diagnose and fix it. It could also be a connection or heating problem. In severe cases, they may need to find a replacement for any broken dryer parts.
Final word
It can be incredibly frustrating when your Beko tumble dryer needs a reset, but the good news is that it’s usually not hard to perform a reset on your Beko. It’s always a good idea to start by figuring out why you want to reset your dryer.
You may panic when they don’t find a reset button, but since most Bekos don’t have rest buttons, you can use the start button to reset the machine. If that doesn’t work, there are a few other steps that you can try, especially when it comes to the DRCS68W model.
You can consult your user manual, enter service mode, reset the thermostat, or unplug the appliance for a few hours. Hopefully, this will have your machine working fine in no time. If not, don’t hesitate to contact the Beko service team or a technician for assistance.
