How to choose the right washing machine?

In the modern world of household appliances, a washing machine takes one of the prize places. Ideally, the technique for washing should be high-quality, trouble-free and perform its functions without additional hassle. In the household appliances market, washing machines are presented in different classes - they differ in the type of loading, energy consumption class, maximum capacity, and dimensions. How to choose the right washing machine, then not to regret about wasted money, and not to search feverishly for a repairman, we'll talk in more detail.

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Basic criteria for choosing the technique for washing

First of all, decide on the purchase budget and decide for yourself what options the washing machine should have. Basically, it's enough to give yourself answers to such questions.

What dimensions of the stylalky suit you?

Choose the location of home appliances, as well as measure the width of the doorways through which you will bring equipment. This must be done in order to choose the right washing machine.

Which side of the boot will work?

There are 2 main types of loading:

1. Frontal. This is the most popular option. The whole process of washing is visible through the window. The advantages of front loading: the ability to build in furniture, a large selection of models with loading up to 10 kg, the top of the stylalk can be used as a shelf, high quality washing, easy to observe the process. In order to choose the right washing machine, it is necessary to take into account the shortcomings of these models: the large size and the need for additional space for opening the door, besides there is no possibility to add or pull things out during the washing process.
2. Vertical. Loading of the laundry in this case is carried out through the top cover, which, if necessary, can be opened even during operation. Since the lid is located on top, it makes no difference which side to install the model, so you can put it in the most difficult and narrow place without problems. The height of the model with vertical loading is 85-90 cm, width - 40 cm, depth - 60 cm.

Important! As a rule, models with vertical loading have a few modern functions. This explains the small choice of models, with almost the same design. The advantages of such units include: the ability to add things during washing, ease of use, as there is no need to tilt in the process. The control panel is located at the top, which provides a kind of protection from small children who can not reach the buttons.

What capacity and maximum loading of the machine will suit you?

The amount of loading should be carefully thought out in order to choose the right washing machine:

1. If your family consists of 2 people, then enough machines with a loading of 3-4 kg.
2. For a family of 4 people the maximum load increases to 5-6 kg.
3. For a large family it will be right to choose a washing machine with a load of up to 8-10 kg.

The depth of the tank depends on the maximum load in kilograms. For example, the technique with a maximum load of 3.5 kg is produced with a tank depth of 32 cm, 4.5 kg - 40 cm, 5-7 kg - 60 cm.

Important! Manufacturers, usually, specify the sizes of depth, without respecting protruding elements of management and a loading hatch.

The maximum loading of laundry into the drum is indicated for cotton underwear, since different types of fabrics absorb moisture differently. If 6 kg is indicated in the technical specifications, then you can load no more than 2 kg of woolen products into the drum, and no more than 4 kg of mixed fabrics.

Which material is better for the tank?

The drum of the washing machine is the place where the drum is placed. On how correctly you choose a washing machine by this criterion, its service life and cost will depend.

The manufactured tank can be made of the following materials:

1. Stainless steel. The choice of a washing machine with a stainless tank is not approved by many consumers, since it is worse in terms of noise level during operation and vibration, and also has a high price. But if you set out to choose the right washing machine, consider that it is more resistant to wear and durable( up to 80 years of service).
2. Enamelled steel. In modern models it is not used, and also has negative reviews not only from buyers, but also from specialists.
3. Plastic. Modern composite materials smooth out internal noise and vibration, and thanks to their thermal conductivity they allow you to save a little electricity. In addition, such systems are much cheaper than an alternative model of stainless steel. The only drawback - machines less wear-resistant. Their service life is not more than 25 years, although in practice it turns out even less.

Important! To correctly choose a washing machine, you need to pay attention to the design features of the drum. The hilly rear wall effectively enhances the interaction of laundry with a detergent, which makes washing more quality.

What type of connection will be convenient?

To connect the washing machine, you can either:

1. To cold water. This option allows you to save hot water, but the cost of electricity will be higher. Due to the fact that the heating occurs more evenly inside the machine, this leads to a better washing.
2. To cold and hot water at the same time. This way of connecting, as practice shows, is not very convenient. There may be a problem with insufficient temperature of hot water, especially in rural areas. In the end, this will affect the quality of washing.

Important! Given such features, to choose the right washing machine, give preference to more reliable equipment - with connection only to cold water.

Which control method is easier for you to master?

The control panel can be: mechanical or electronic.

Mechanical buttons and switches are more reliable in use, and do not affect the cost of equipment.

Modern electronic equipment is a touch screen. Of course, this is a step into the future, but many models do not have a decent display quality, and the sensor quickly fails. In addition, this electronic option greatly affects the cost of the washing machine - it will cost an order of magnitude more expensive than the mechanics.

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Classification of the basic parameters of the

Once you have decided on your requirements for functionality, convenience, design and price, it's time to select a specific washing machine. Here it is necessary to understand what parameters will be different models presented in stores.

There are three main parameters:

1. Power consumption.
2. Washing.
3. Spin.

All of them have their own class, which is denoted by English letters from A( high) to G( low).The higher the class, the better the characteristics of the machine.

Energy consumption class

This parameter is determined by experiment. Take 1 kg of laundry made from cotton, and it is washed at a temperature of 95 C, and at the end of washing the meter reading is read.

Modern models belong to class A, to which "+" is often added. The more "+" more, the higher the economy. The highest level is A +++.

Washing class

To date, almost all washing machines are, if not class A, then to class B. This indicates the effectiveness of washing and careful attitude to processed things. Class C, D, E washing is less effective, and class F, G is the lowest level of the process.

Extraction class

The spin efficiency is characterized by the number of revolutions of the drum of the machine in one minute and is also denoted from A to G. The more the number of revolutions, the more dry the linen we get at the output.

It should be taken into account that the final humidity degree of the laundry is affected by the drum diameter of the machine, as well as the spin-off time. For example, if 2 spin dryers have the same spin class, then the machine with a larger diameter drum will better press it.

Another nuance is the cycle time. In some washing machines, the quality process lasts only 30 seconds( inexpensive models), others last 2 minutes or 4 minutes.

Important! To correctly choose a washing machine, be interested not in the number of revolutions at the spinning, but in the residual moisture of the product after the process. For class A - 40-45%, C - 60%.

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Additional requirements of

The above parameters are far from all that must be considered in order to choose the right washing machine. There are other criteria that are important for your convenience and comfort during the working cycle of equipment.

Noise level

The noise level is of great importance in the choice of this or that model - both during the washing process and during the spin-off. But often this characteristic is not indicated by the manufacturer, therefore it is necessary to specify it directly directly from the sellers.

To date, the best indicator of the noise level when washing is 43 dB.The indicator of a specific model depends on the type of engine. For example:

• Direct drive. The reliability of engines of this type is the highest of the presented options, but the main advantage is the absence of any parts subject to friction. The noise level during washing is 54-55 dB, and when it is wrung out more than 70 dB.The service life of the direct drive motor is more than 30 years. They have high wear resistance and durability.
• Non-contact asynchronous three-phase motor( inverter).Advantages: ultra-reliable, noiseless operation( 50 dB).

This engine is used in higher-end models.

• Collector motor. This is the most common type of "motor", which is of low cost, but has a number of drawbacks:
  • High noise level.
  • Low reliability class.
  • Service life - up to 7 years.
  • Engine does not like voltage drops.

Software for washing machines

Each model is initially programmed for certain washing modes. The norm for a modern machine is 15-20 programs with minor differences.

The following are mandatory and most popular:

• Fast wash( 30 minutes for slightly soiled items).
• Washing of children's underwear( with boiling).
• Washing of light cotton with a choice of water temperature up to 90 ° C.
• Prewash( soak).
• Washing of silk, synthetics, delicate things.
• Hand wash( for easy, gentle washing).
• Mode of stain removal, calculated for a certain type of contamination.
• Mixed wash or "mix".
• Processing of laundry with silver or steam( for disinfection).
• Economical wash or half load function.
• Rinse( indicating the number of rinses for more reliable rinsing of the powder).

Important! There are other washing programs. Therefore, in order to choose the right washing machine, pay attention to the set of proposed functions, as well as on the availability of additional options for correcting the installed programs.

It is always possible to change the temperature and spin speed, by intensifying the "intensive" option or vice versa, the spin time is set to "accelerated".In some models, you can turn off the spin, for example, when handling delicate items. Almost obligatory was the option of light ironing - it increases the amount of water during spinning, thereby reducing the number of folds. All this adds convenience to you personally and allows you less time to spend on household chores.

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How to choose the washing machine?

Washing machine is the same washing machine, but it has additional functionality and washing methods. The machine can automatically select modes, wash time and other characteristics.

Automatic washing machines can be divided into the following groups according to the washing system:

• Traditional machine. In the course of washing, such a machine is simply filled with water, and detergents contact it at the bottom of the drum.
• Aqua Spar. The design of the machine of this type contains asymmetric grips on the drum, thanks to which water is captured and directed to the upper part of the drum. The linen is in contact with water in such a machine at the bottom and at the top.
• Direct Spray. The system makes a constant intake of the washing solution from the drum and performs the injection directly on the laundry. Under pressure, water creates a kind of shower for the laundry.
• Jet System. In the course of washing, a washing solution is supplied to the drum under pressure.
• 3D AquaTron. Lingerie during washing is moistened from above, from behind due to asymmetric grippers, so this process contributes to the rapid washing of contaminants.
• AquaTron. Asymmetric grips on the drum guide the water upward. During washing, the laundry not only contacts the water on the bottom of the drum, but also is irrigated from above.
• 3D Aqua Spar. In an automatic machine, water is fed through special holes in the drum from three sides at once: from above, from the rear wall of the drum, and also pours from above through the grippers.
• Asset. The system supplies the drum with all the required volume of water with a powerful jet in a short time. For one minute, the laundry is processed first.
• Shower system. The linen is in contact with the detergent solution not only at the bottom of the drum, but also is irrigated by the system from above.
• Combine. This is a combined washing system. The laundry is completely in the water, and if necessary( for delicate washing) under a falling jet.
• Air bubble. Water with air bubbles is fed through the holes on the drum. Bubbles, passing between the fibers of tissues, clean it of dirt( linen, as it were, "bombarded" with water and air).

When planning the purchase of a washing machine or automatic machine, make a choice of a class of equipment, based on the optimal price-reliability-quality ratio. Which brand to choose is a personal issue, because there are practically no cars with a bad reputation on the market. Automatic washing machines are divided only by segments: the lowest, the average, the higher, depending on the price group. Weigh all your desires, needs and opportunities and choose those household appliances that will completely satisfy you. Good luck!