Posted on 10/24/2010 12:31:21 PM PDT by Frantzie
We used to have Bosch washer and dryer, but my wife took the washer, so I had to buy a new washer.
I decided on a Fisher & Paykel top loader that acts very much like a front loader, only less pricey. I love it.
For nearly every load I need to do, it’s a simple matter of putting the laundry in, adding the detergent, then pushing two buttons, and off it goes. If I need to do a bleach load, then it’s only one more button plus adding the bleach & water mixture.
It only adds enough water for the size of the load, and it has a high speed spin that leaves the laundry damp so the drying doesn’t have to run as long, saving money like a front loader.
Recommend.
<Computers and water seems like a bad combo
You know, that’s my thought as well. Right now, the house I’m renting has older models with a few bells and whistles such as load size and several choices for drying. That seems fine to me.
When I buy a new washer/dryer, I’m going to opt for a standard top loader. I love the look of the new appliances, but from what I hear, they need a lot of repair. I expect appliances to last like my mother’s old Kenmores - bought for her wedding in 1952 and lasted until I went to college in the ‘70’s. Actually, they were still good, she just wanted something new. I can’t imagine turning on new machine and find it doesn’t work because the complicated machinery/computers are temperamental. To heck with that, just paint my standard model a nice red or blue and I’m there.
LG -Tromm.
Sophisticated technology, beltless motor, barely audible, uses very little water.. and does a bang up job. Oh.. and also made with union free labor.
My car has 10x the quality of a car 50 years ago. My TV's have been perfect! Unlike the old tube TV's fo 50 years ago. Fifty years ago, you hardly ever saw a used car with a workable radio or clock.
My friend got one of those too...Loves it.
Hey, i could NEVER get a frontloader! i am always throwing in another pair of socks I just found...or a dishtowel...Ha.
the loss of control with a frontloader would drive me NUTS!
If you are referring to the combo washer/dryer unit then you will be happy if you only need to wash a half-load at a time and don't mind waiting four hours for it to finish with clothes so wrinkled it takes twice as long to iron them.
The first one had the main bearing cease up. After a week, the second one was delivered. This one has a habit of swallowing socs and small garments, which plug up the drain pump. That's happened twice. The first time I spent the $125.00 to have the pump cleared. The second time I decided to do it myself. Took me about three hours (would have been less time consuming if I had known what I was doing).
Bottom line, I cannot recommend a front loader.
My Bosch washer broke and it was $400 to fix the control panel. I should have gotten a new one.
and stay away from Kenmore. My daughter’s washer had to be replaced after only two and a half years.
Please so not buy anything made by GE. They support your enemies.
Whatever one you get, make sure it stays still during the spin cycle.
I like my Maytag Neptune. I owned one set for 7 years before I left them with the house as an added “goodie.” It was in great shape and cleaned clothes better than anything I’d ever used before. I was especially pleased at how well it cleaned baby clothes with all the associated stains. My current set is even better, with a wider range of features and the same great washing ability. I purchased my latest set when they had a special of free Tide HE detergent for 1 year. We used all the coupons in the booklet and stored up the extra. I’m now on year 5 of the detergent and I have maybe 6 months supply left — and I have little boys.
Front loaders smell!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ua6OJPn0-fU
If I may make a suggestion, the stinky problem may be related to using too much detergent. I’ve experienced the same thing when I had an especially dirty load and increased the detergent. I found that when I use less detergetn, I get much better results.
I’ve got a ‘65 Kenmore. It does alright.
Examples please?
Bought a GE Profile washer from Sears about 2 years ago. Spent its first few months getting repaired under warranty ($1500). Has worked fine since but would never buy GE or Sears again. What ever brand you buy make sure they have a repair shop in town, where you can drop off the busted piece of crap instead of waiting hours and days for the repair guy.
My folks have an old (as in late 1950s or early 1960s old) stand-up freezer that has never needed repair - I think it's a Frigidaire, but I can't remember with any certainty. They bought it used when they got married in the late 60s.
Defrost once or twice a year and that's it. Not efficient by any means, but certainly worth every penny paid for it.
Another issue is closing the door. The doors seal so tight, they keep moisture in. Leaving the door open after each washing session, to allow the machine and seals to dry, will do wonders with respect to keeping odors away.
I’m defending the Chevy Volt on one thread and advocating 20 yr old Maytags on another.
JimRob will probably have me sent out for full analysis, LOL.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.