How is my HE drier more efficient if I have to run a load multiple times to actually dry clothes?

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I used to have a drier from the late 90s which dried my clothing in one go. The one I have now takes 3 or 4 goes. Apparently the new one is more efficient but I don’t understand how that can be.

Wouldn’t it take up more energy due to the extra cycles?

edit- I would really appreciate it if someone explained how the drier is more efficient than my old one instead of questioning my laundering habits. I clear the lint trap and load small loads. I even switch the settings to “most dry”. I’m not the issue here. This “high efficiency” drier is.

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I’ve had similar issues with LG Washer/dryer combined units. The problem is usually that it needs maintenance. Once every year or two, I have problems like you described. When they get bad enough, I call somebody to come out, take the top off the unit, and diagnose the problem. Usually, they clean a bunch of lint out of the inside. After that, it usually dries clothes well for another year or so.

I’ve also had problems with sensors going bad, or other things, but those issues are more rare.

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