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Whirlpool Cabrio 4.8 Cu. Ft. 26-Cycle High-Efficiency Top-Loading Washer: This washer has a large capacity for washing more laundry in a single load and features a ColorLast option to help keep colors vibrant. Intuitive controls make it easier to choose the right level of care and cleaning for your clothes.
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Held back one star only because I cannot speak to its reliability yet.
This washer cleans very well using so little water you will wonder how it does it. But less water means concentrated cleaning, It has more than ample options and a Huge capacity. It is also fairly attractive and made in the US where parts are immediately available. But read the book, because if you are used to an old style washer you have a few things to learn.
1. Load washer with "loose heaps" of clothes and especially no folded items. This is repeated a dozen times in the book, yet I have read reviews that say a "folded item comes out still folded, so how can it get anything clean?"
2. Use HE detergent, NOT half as much regular detergent. HE detergent is similar to dish washing detergent- low sudsing. If you over suds the washer it may rinse twice, extending the cycle and flushing away your fabric softener in the first rinse.
3. Ignore the strange sounds. They are not loud but are certainly different- relays etc.
4. This washer is a computer. I used a surge protector on the plug.
This washer cleans very well using so little water you will wonder how it does it. But less water means concentrated cleaning, It has more than ample options and a Huge capacity. It is also fairly attractive and made in the US where parts are immediately available. But read the book, because if you are used to an old style washer you have a few things to learn.
1. Load washer with "loose heaps" of clothes and especially no folded items. This is repeated a dozen times in the book, yet I have read reviews that say a "folded item comes out still folded, so how can it get anything clean?"
2. Use HE detergent, NOT half as much regular detergent. HE detergent is similar to dish washing detergent- low sudsing. If you over suds the washer it may rinse twice, extending the cycle and flushing away your fabric softener in the first rinse.
3. Ignore the strange sounds. They are not loud but are certainly different- relays etc.
4. This washer is a computer. I used a surge protector on the plug.
There is one item in the installation guide that most people do not read that looks important to me. It says to keep the packing material under the drum in place until the washer is within FOUR FEET of where it is going. So meet the delivery people in the parking lot and insist they follow those instructions. Download and print the installation guide if you want proof. I read one or two reviews stating the washer leaked. Makes me wonder if they removed the packing material then jostled the machine up 3 flights of stairs.
So far, so good.
My Best Buy number: 3476545501
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer: This spacious washer handles large loads to save you time. The Steam Wash cycle releases steam from the bottom of the tub to saturate every item in the load for a deep clean.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
Is it possible to manipulate the settings of the predetermined wash cycles.
for example, is it possible to select a delicate wash and change from cold wash & cold rinse to warm wash & cold rinse. Once a cycle is selected, can I modify the spin speed or length before starting the wash cycle.
Yes. Press the start/stop button on the right which also unlocks the lid. Make your cycle changes then press and hold the same button to resume washing with the new settings. Be aware that some changes may not actually be used if the washer disapproves. For example, if you select cold wash and your water is too cold to dissolve the detergent, the washer will add some warm water.
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