washing machine?

[little patrick]

Hi, I’m new user to Front load and just bought Bosch 7kg. The salesman told us that Front load 7kg = Top load 10kg & Front load 7kg=cloth only and Top load 7kg=water + cloth, which means the Front load can have more cloth to be washed, is that trure?


Last night I have my 1st wash with eco-Prefect function, it took 3h++ to complet the cycle. For sure it save alot of water, but for electricity I don’t know . . . 3h++ used. The saleman keep on promo the speedPrefect function which only needs 1h but he does not tell us that only can load 5kg (indicated in the manual), so now have the feeling of cheated. They also didn’t mention of any demo of machine

After using, I then realised that I don’t know how to check whether the machine is full loaded or overloaded. Is it as much as I can put into the drum until reach the "top" ? If using Top load I don’t have this problems, I can easily remove any extra clothing . I also don’t know much of det’g powder should I use. Currently I’m using TupperClean Laundry Concentrate, the box indicated 1/2 spoon to be used and add more if needed. How to check , can’t see the water , not like Top load.

Hope someone advise. tks

[KSmom8]

Hi Patrick


I think you need to check with Bosch service line, on the correct program to use. Different machine, different program and function. Update us here ok?

I’m also checking on the appropriate program to use. However, quite happy with LG service so far, they are sending demo person down to check and advise again.

I’m no expert, but this is how I decide how much detergent to use. I don’t use tupperclean, never heard of it. Front load machines need to use low suds type, liquid or detergent powder, formulated for front load.

Usually I use the directions on detergent pack as a guide. Eg, since my machine is for 8 kg, then 1/2 load is approximately 4 kg. If detergent pack says 4 kg use 1.5 spoonful of detergent, then I use that amount for my 1/2 load of clothes and put in compartment of washer. If too much detergent, the suds will come out of the water outlet pipe (so monitor that pipe) or clothes will feel soapy after wash, then reduce accordingly. If not enough detergent, then clothes might not feel or smell clean. For my LG washer, i can see a little bit of soap suds at the door whilst washing so I also use that gauge. This is what I did for my LG washer. Demo guy said amount varies with different people and detergent type so hard to comment on how much exactly to use.

Don’t know whether this method is correct, but hopefully you find it helpful… Good luck.

[osim]

Hi Patrick,


With regards to loading your machine, you fill the tub 2/3 full of dry clothes to consider as full load. That will be very comfortable for machine to handle.

Buy Persil or Spin detergent for front loaders. I also like to add a capful of laundry sanitiser to kill germs and use warm water wash option to clear the oil from sweat in the clothes.

Give your machine a wash once in a while with baking soda and vinegar to clear off soap scum inside.

[st2]

osim:

Hi Patrick,


With regards to loading your machine, you fill the tub 2/3 full of dry clothes to consider as full load. That will be very comfortable for machine to handle.

Buy Persil or Spin detergent for front loaders. I also like to add a capful of laundry sanitiser to kill germs and use warm water wash option to clear the oil from sweat in the clothes.

Give your machine a wash once in a while with baking soda and vinegar to clear off soap scum inside.

How do you use the baking soda and vinegar to clear off soap scum?

[osim]

Hi st2,


you can try the method from this link.

http://greenliving.nationalgeographic.com/clean-frontloading-washing-machine-vinegar-bicarbonate-soda-2543.html

[st2]

Hi osim


thanks.

[KSmom8]

st2:

My LG washer just couldn't power on 2 weeks ago.


I bought the extended warranty from Best Denki. So they have a contractor to take the washer and it would take 1 or 2 weeks to fix.

Hi

Has your LG washer been repaired and back home? How was the LG service?
Any problems with your extended warranty from Best Denki?

When we were shopping for a washer, we understand from the salespersons that the extended warranty from Best Denki is not as comprehensive as others.

[st2]

My washer came back, working fine now. Best Denki extended warranty covers my washer’s mother board, so I did not have to pay for anything. I don’t know how much the mother board would cost.


Best Denki extended warranty is a contractor that is enagaged by Best Denki. They are not LG company staff or LG appointed contractors.

I don’t know if it’s a LG thing, I can’t seem to get the gunk completely out from behind the gasket. There is a slight smell.

[Corona]

I need to replace my 7kg, 8yr old, Panasonic top load washing machine. Am considering a 8kg Panasonic front load. Am concerned about the long wash cycles. Any inputs or comments on whether I should switch to a front load (I like the hot water wash) and has anyone tried a front load Panasonic? I need to buy a machine urgently or have to resort to self service laundromats

[teaberry]

KSmom8:

:thankyou: sundaymorning, Osim, Imami, st2, for sharing.


We went shopping for a washer and liked the feel of the Electrolux. Perhaps, because we had an Electrolux before so it felt comfortable. However, the 8 kg made Italy model which we liked was discontinued and unavailable. Left the \"made in Thailand\" models. Heard the new models will be launched end of April or May, so the remaining ones are sold at discounted price - actually good time to buy ELectrolux if happy with available models.

In the end, we settled on a LG 8kg front load made in Thailand washer. Total cost of LG washer (including 3 yrs extended warranty ) still less than cost of the 8 kg \"made in Thailand\" Electrolux ( without extended warranty ), Plus LG has 10 year warranty on motor. A friend said her washer repairman recommended LG. Hope we made the right decision.

Looking forward to delivery of washer - my Phil helper showing black face after only 1 day of hand washing. Hope this washer will be reliable. :xedfingers:

Hi, how's your new LG 8kg washer doing? Is it working well for you so far? The 10 year warranty on the motor sounds good to me. Can I know the model to your washer?

My 5 year plus 7kg Electrolux frontload washer just call it quits after 2 times of repair with extended warranty. Intend to get another Electrolux 8kg washer selling at good price until I read about your LG. Appreciate your feedback. Thanks.