LG washing machine with direct drive

LG direct-drive washing machine is one of the best modern appliances. That's just not everyone understands what is its difference from devices with belt technology, and whether all this is important. Perhaps this is only a marketing move? In this article we will deal with this issue and find out which drive is better - straight or belt in the washing machine.

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LG direct-drive device with direct drive

The drive is the main element of the design of any washing machine. The classical variant of work is carried out by means of a belt. That is, at the bottom of the washing unit there is an engine that drives the drum of the device into motion through the pulley by means of a belt.

Important! A belt drive is used in cars.

In the 90s of last century, LG released the first washing machine with direct drive. The technology was called "Direct Drive".From this event came out an excellent PR-company, which even more approved the brand in the world market of home appliances.

Such a device is a technology that eliminates the use to bring the drum into the movement of the belt. The engine design allows the force to be transferred to the rotor by means of an air gap. The motor is connected directly to the drum, thereby excluding the presence of intermediate links and the probability of wear of moving elements.

Important! The electric motor with a direct drum operating system is considered the most reliable. In confirmation of this, LG gave a guarantee for the engine to its washing machines with such a technology for a period of 10 years.

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Washing machine LG with direct drive. Advantages of

There are many advantages to this technology. Consider the main ones:

• Low noise level during device operation. In comparison with the classical version, the new technology works much quieter. This is due to the lack of belt and pulley, which emit additional sounds during washing.
• Best balancing. The LV washing machine with direct drive is more balanced and causes less vibrations during operation. This is possible due to the fact that the motor is located in the center of the unit and is connected directly to the drum.

Important! With such a stiralk for silent operation it does not need a rubber anti-vibration mat.

• Long working life. This motor does not require additional maintenance, and thanks to the absence of friction parts, the unit is able to last longer than classic models.
• Improving the quality of washing. Asynchronous motor rotates the drum faster and performs movements more clearly. Due to this, the quality of washing is increased.
• Energy saving. Consumption of electric energy by the washing machine LV with direct drive is carried out more economically. The difference is insignificant, but nevertheless, it is, thanks to the absence of rubbing elements.

Important! Also, the inverter determines the weight of the laundry, so that the machine controls the speed of rotation of the drum, engine power and the amount of water used. Thus, the amount of water during washing is consumed more thoughtfully and economically.

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Disadvantages of Direct Drive

technology No matter how perfect the new technologies are, however, LG direct-drive machines have their drawbacks:

• Unit cost. The price of stylalki with such technology is much higher than devices with belt equipment. This is due to the presence of a complex device of the electronic module, which is necessary for the operation of the engine.
• Repair cost. Most of all in such units for washing clothes is susceptible to breakage of electronics. And if it due to voltage fluctuations breaks down, then repair can cost a lot of money.

Important! The LDJI washing machine with direct drive is advisable to use together with the voltage regulator. So you can protect the device from power surges in the network.

• Possibility of water entering the engine. Since the motor is close enough to the drum, in the event of an oil seal leaking, water can enter it, which will lead to its complete burning out. Such a breakdown is not included in the list of warranty cases and the engine can not be repaired.

Important! To avoid such situations, it is necessary to make regular replacement of the stuffing box.

• Wear of bearings. The load on the bearings in the new type of washing devices increases, since they are very close to each other, and the pulley is completely absent. Therefore, they wear out more quickly and need to be replaced periodically, which, incidentally, is not cheap.

Important! If during the washing the device starts to make a creaking, which is amplified with each cycle, then it is possible to say with a high probability that the problem is in the bearings. In such a case, the damaged part and packing must be replaced immediately.

• Some users notice that the unit is too noisy to take and drain water during washing.

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Direct-drive and vertical-loading washing machines

Today, Direct Drive technology in LG washing machines has been successfully used by other washing machine manufacturers. It should be noted that this design is suitable not only for units with front loading.

In the household appliance market there are also washing machines with vertical loading with direct drive. They have all the advantages and disadvantages of front-end washers with such a drum rotation technology.

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Which washing machine is better - with a direct drive or with a belt?

Washing machines with direct drive have both advantages and disadvantages. And to say clearly which unit is better - you can not, because the belt device has appeared for a long time, therefore it has been checked for years. As the new technology will show itself through the same years of operation, no one can say.

Important! The unit for washing clothes with a belt device can serve without breakages up to 15 years.

However, using the feedback from real consumers, we can note the following:

• The duration of the machine depends not on the engine operating system with the drum, but on the quality of the machinery as a whole. If the device is of poor quality, then the technology without a belt will not make it better.
• Units of the new type are quieter in operation. However, if you choose a good model with a belt, then the noise level will be almost the same. Yes, and the closed door in the bathroom, where you do laundry, decides a lot.
• Repair of the stylalki with a belt in case of serious breakages will be much cheaper and easier than new technologies.

In the end, which washing machine is better - with a direct drive or with a belt for use specifically in your case, it's up to you. Yes, and choose the technique should not be due to the presence in it of the technology of the instant activation of the drum Direct Drive, but in terms of functionality and quality-price ratio. If you balance these qualities, the device for washing clothes will last you a long time and will not require you to perform complex maintenance and additional expenses for repairs.