Washing machine spin speeds
We pay a fair bit extra for a washing machine with a slightly faster spin. Is there an optimum spin speed, and anything faster is unnecessary? – Or is it a case of the faster the better? If it’s the […]
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Cold Fill Washing Machines
If you are wanting to know whether you should buy a cold fill or a hot and cold fill washing machine the short answer is – you don’t have much choice these days. The overwhelming majority of modern washing machines
Free 5 Year Parts Guarantees
Some appliances still come with free 5 year parts guarantees. They’ve been around since the 80s and can occasionally prove useful. But unless you need an expensive part, it could cost you more than using an independent engineer, even though
Washing machine stops mid cycle
A common fault on washing machines is when one fails to complete the cycle. There are many different possible causes for this. When certain faults develop, an older washing machine might just get stuck in various places on the cycle.
Washing Machine Overfilling
If a washing machine is overfilling with water you should be able to see that the water line inside the drum has gone much higher than normal or has gone completely up to the top of the door glass. Eventually
Washing machines not delivering right temperature
Which? have just investigated wash temperatures on washing machines. They found that many washing machines do not reach anywhere near 60 degrees on a 60 degree wash. After a little thought I think there’s an obvious explanation, and it’s not
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How to get faulty washing machine exchanged
What are our consumer rights related to washing machines and white goods appliances that break down? Especially soon after purchase. Trying to get an appliance exchanged can be stressful and difficult. So before we jump in and angrily demand a
Miele Washing Machines
This review describes the ethos of the washing machine manufacturer Miele. Why are they are a lot more expensive than most other washing machines? As an engineer with over 40 years experience I think Miele make the best quality washing
Extension leads and cables with washing machines
You need to be careful when using extension leads and cables with washing machines. This advice also goes for dishwashers and tumble dryers. The reason that it is not ideal to plug a washing machine into an extension cable is
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Who Really Makes Your Appliance?
Many of our white goods appliances are no longer made by the companies shown on the logo. They have been taken over by bigger companies. Often these companies have a different ethos, and different quality standards. The result is that