Washing machines and dryers : how to choose the best and what to consider , prices and reviews

Compact models, narrow, superuzkie, vertical, front ... The choice of washing machines today is enormous, and an inexperienced person is quite difficult to make the right buying decision - after all there are so many worthy options that are about the same, but differ inany parameters.

The first thing to decide, going for purchases - the machine what type of download you want to purchase. There are two options: Front loading and vertical.The first option is considered more traditional - type refers to the front the vast majority of modern automatic machines.Vertical models are much less demand, which is associated with some of the design features.On the advantages and disadvantages of the washing machines and dryers, as well as their capabilities and the best models we discuss in detail in today's article.

• Compact - the most important advantage of the vertical model, which, as a rule, is a determining factor for consumers.With a standard height, such machines have a width and a depth considerably smaller than that of the front model.
• good maximum load - despite the small size, vertical stiralki feature roomy drum, so they can download as much kilogram of laundry, how much and in machines with frontal load.
• Ability to add things - hatch, located at the top of the device can be opened during the wash cycle, not afraid to break the seal.But it can be done only at the initial stage of washing.
• No need for expensive repair / replacement of the glass hatch or a rubber lip seal - repair of washing machines front access door is very time-consuming, in addition, some parts can be expensive.From this standpoint, plastic stiralok vertical door is more reliable.

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• high price - in spite of its compact size and some inconvenience to use washing machines and dryers are more expensive type.If we take two similar functions for models from the same manufacturer, the model with vertical load will cost considerably more expensive than its front counterpart.
• difficulties in servicing the dispenser of washing powder - feeders laundry detergent in vertical stiralok impossible to remove completely, so they are difficult to wash and clean the blockage.
• small charging port - a window through which the laundry is loaded, in the vertical models are usually quite narrow, so through it is difficult to load bulky items, such as garments.

Washing machines and dryers can be divided into several types, depending on the control method:

• devices with electronically controlled - work controls the programmer, the user need only select themode or a program, and all the washing machine determines the parameters of their own;
• devices with mechanical control - the user must specify the operating parameters, to switch modes, to start and stop the next stages of the wash;
• devices with electronic-mechanical control (mixed type) - such stiralki equipped and programmer, and mechanical controls.

Control Panel - an important part of an automatic washing machine.It is a unit with all the elements with which the user can "communicate" with the device: set the washing parameters, submit and cancel commands, etc.

Usually stiralki control panel consists of a number of mechanical buttons and two or three..rotating discs (selectors) that are necessary in order to select the desired item from the menu. Newer models are also equipped with a liquid crystal display.

We already wrote about the fact that, despite the significantly smaller size, vertical model, on average have the same capacity as the front. Standard loading automatic stiralki is from 4 to 7 kg.

The most popular machines, designed for maximum loading of 5-6 kg. For the larger family unit is more appropriate, which may be time to wash up to 8 kg of laundry - such devices are found on sale, but they are usually more expensive.

on capacity washing machine is heavily influenced by its size, but not always.Thus, manufacturers produce models of the narrow (shallow) with a maximum load of the drum up to 7-8 kg.

One of the most important parameters that should be paid attention to when choosing a vertical stiralki - a spin classes and energy efficiency. These indicators should be considered, because they largely determine how much electricity the unit will consume.

Class spin - this is the criterion by which to assess the degree of humidity of the laundry after washing. higher class squeeze, the land will be underwear. This rate depends on the speed of rotation of the drum during the spin cycle.In total there are seven classes from A to G, which correspond to a velocity of from 400 to 1600 rpm.Read more about this you can read in the article "What is the best class of spin in washing machines?".

class power - a measure of efficiency of the washing machine in terms of power consumption. most economical model is assigned a class A ++, meaning that the device consumes less than 0.15 kW / h. lowest class - G;such stiralki consume more 125 kW / h.

Modern washing machines are equipped with a vertical-type loading a whole set of functions, providing a safety device from various external factors.The technical specification of the device you need to pay attention to the following functions:

• Flud - to protect the appliance from the depressurization, the manufacturer can provide its full or partial protection against leaks.Full protection requires a water leakage sensors to the hoses and in the bottom of the hull, and incomplete - only one thing.
• protection children - the presence of the control panel buttons, with which you can lock the entire panel, thereby preventing the machine from accidentally starting a program.
• protection surges - residual current device, which stops the supply of electricity to the device when it detects power failure.After the power supply is restored, the machine will continue washing from the same place.

most "advanced" models of vertical washing machines are equipped with self-diagnostic function. This is a very good thing, which will help the owner stiralki determine the cause of malfunction, without the help of the wizard.After analyzing the system, the instrument displays on the LCD message with an error code, the value of which can be found in the user guide, together with the recommendations to address the problem.

Unfortunately, not all major appliance manufacturers engaged in production of washing machines with vertical loading type.There are many large companies that are fully focused on the production of front-end models.So, now for sale can not be found from the vertical stiralki companies: LG, Samsung, Siemens, BEKO, ATLANT.

However, other popular brands produce devices with vertical load quite actively.

Especially forwe have prepared an overview of some models of washing machines and dryers from reliable manufacturers.

We already wrote about it above, and you are able to understand it from the review - the price of the vertical model can not be considered very low.

On the cost of the device is influenced not only brand awareness, but also the volume of the drum washing classes, spin and power, as well as the presence of additional functions. On average, a good model will cost from 20 to 30 thousand rubles.The most expensive device that we found among online stores offers worth about 140,000 rubles.

In such a delicate matter as the choice of washing machines and dryers should be guided not only by the promise of home appliances manufacturers, but also the views of the real owners stiralok.They will give you a more objective information on the advantages and disadvantages of the model you liked.

large number of reviews on almost all commercially available washing machines can be found on the websites of the major online stores or specialized portals. There you can choose the appropriate device, taking into account not only the technical characteristics of some, but also a user rating.

• Experts advise not to spend money on the washing machine, offering a wide range of washing temperatures.Most items can not be washed in hot water, moreover, at a temperature above 60 degrees enzymes cease to function contained in many laundry detergent.
• spin speed - another criterion on which you can save.More than 1200 drum rpm experts say overkill, which has almost no effect on the quality of pressed, but greatly increases energy consumption.

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