Sample of different washing machine sizes Whilst researching for my article washing machines and associated problems with sizes I decided to check the specifications of various washing machines. I chose a healthy mix of common brands and models, and a few more obscure ones. The table shows the different washing machine measurements that I found.
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Appliance Clearance Store
Hotpoint Clearance Store up to 60% OFF It might be called the Hotpoint clearance store to keep it snappy, but here you can find heavily discounted appliances by Hotpoint, Indesit & Whirlpool, Maytag and Cannon. The Hotpoint Clearance Store sells discontinued large appliances, including cookers, washing machines and fridges. Even though the models are discontinued
... continue reading.Signed delivery note but appliance is damaged
What happens if you or someone else has signed a delivery note for delivery of a new appliance, but when it was unpacked it was found to be damaged? When signing a delivery note you are normally only confirming receipt of the appliance so this shouldn’t affect your position when complaining to the retailer. Responsibility
... continue reading.If I sign a delivery note and appliance turns out damaged can I still complain?
Delivery companies like us to sign that we’ve received goods in good condition. It’s often impractical to check them properly, especially a highly protected white goods appliance. No delivery driver is going to wait until we’ve taken off all the packaging and carefully inspected our new appliance yet they expect us to sign to say
... continue reading.Difference between energy ratings A and A+
Since writing this article energy ratings have moved from A+ to A++ and even A+++ but I don’t expect this to affect the principle of the points made here. In fact I would expect the difference between an A++ and A+++ to be even less than the differences described in the article for A and
... continue reading.What are my consumer rights buying second hand washing machine?
Looking at consumer rights related to buying a second hand washing machine or any other appliance from either a private buyer or a local trader. Buying a second hand washing machine privately (from a non trader) carries a risk. There is relatively little consumer protection. The washing machine must match their description of it though.
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