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Post# 513175 , Reply# 1   4/23/2011 at 07:12 (4,723 days old) by bajaespuma (Connecticut)   |   | |
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Not as much as SOME PEOPLE on this site would have you believe. About 33% more than the 'Tags, which is no surprise, but actually a little bit less than some of the vintage brands, especially the wacky ones like Kelvinator and Wizard. Significantly less than almost any vintage solid-tub machine than used an overflow rinse. Only about .08% more than Whirlpools and 'Mores.
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Post# 513179 , Reply# 2   4/23/2011 at 07:43 (4,723 days old) by akronman (Akron/Cleveland Ohio)   |   | |
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While not a scientific way to measure, I just plug the drain in the laundry tubs, see how full it gets from Maytag to Whirlpool to GE. Tag and FF use about the same for a fill, but then the GE spray rinse is more plentiful than the Tag. But when you look at the final rinse water, so nice and clean, it's worth it. My dirtiest stuff, and towels/blankets/jeans that retain water and need plenty of rinsing, always go in the FF. And from what I've seen, it has better turnover then the Maytag. Then I watch the final rinse water in comparison to the Maytag, and I know I've got the cleanest, best-rinsed clothes around, worth the excess water.
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Post# 513202 , Reply# 4   4/23/2011 at 10:05 (4,722 days old) by akronman (Akron/Cleveland Ohio)   |   | |
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I learned this from Martin Yogitunes-----turn the rubber flap over on itself. Where the spray hose enters the tub, it's easy to flip that rubber grommet/head/hose end over on itself and then about 95% of the water gets the inner tub instead of outer. Tons of clean rinsing, but shut the lid for sure. Works great, thanks to Yogitunes.
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Post# 513214 , Reply# 5   4/23/2011 at 10:40 (4,722 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 513215 , Reply# 6   4/23/2011 at 10:41 (4,722 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 513216 , Reply# 7   4/23/2011 at 10:43 (4,722 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 513217 , Reply# 8   4/23/2011 at 10:44 (4,722 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 513219 , Reply# 9   4/23/2011 at 10:51 (4,722 days old) by surgilator_68 (Maryland)   |   | |
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Post# 513220 , Reply# 10   4/23/2011 at 10:52 (4,722 days old) by surgilator_68 (Maryland)   |   | |
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Post# 513225 , Reply# 11   4/23/2011 at 11:11 (4,722 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Given the above data, take into consideration the volume of clothing able to be put in at capacity. The 1/18 will hold much more than the GE FF, both designated as "extra large capacity". I've used both and the 1/18 will hold much more than the GE. (and I lived with a ge for 8 years. And remember with a 1/18, you actually have better rol over if you "underfill" the machine slightly--meaning for what you think the water level shouuld be for a load of clothes you've put in there, the wate level should be actually less. For a "full" load in a 1/18 , I will put a load in and have the clothes fill all the way right up just below where they are touching the metal cabinet right above the tub. THAT was how I loaded the 1/18 that I described above the the above stated 1.5 loads worth from my Lady Shredmore load of towels (two 3/4 full size loads from that machine). I don't think my Fridgemore front loader could handle that size load. |
Post# 513227 , Reply# 13   4/23/2011 at 11:22 (4,722 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Post# 513228 , Reply# 14   4/23/2011 at 11:26 (4,722 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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I wonder who built that '60 Wards machine? I always associate Wards with Norge, but that one used much, much less water than the '60 Norge so it's either not the same design or has a much smaller tub. CLICK HERE TO GO TO Unimatic1140's LINK |
Post# 513231 , Reply# 15   4/23/2011 at 11:33 (4,722 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Post# 513235 , Reply# 16   4/23/2011 at 12:07 (4,722 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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You do have to consider capacity versus water-use for most of these machines, the Westinghouse was likely the most wasteful but rinsed well as the spray rinse after the wash was very long - even labeled "1st Rinse" on the cycle.
The 1-18 cleaned well in most cases but results varied and hurt it in the ratings. I find it's outstanding at some tasks but falls flat with others. Also a good rinser because of the two generous spin-sprays. The GE was a good performer all around in most cases, though it did arguably use considerably more water to get the same load done as other machines. While not to diminish the fun-factor, the TOL GE I had for a while with the automatic pre-wash/soak and second rinse options selected could easily shatter the 100 gallon barrier for a "normal" cycle. The yellow Norge is safely tucked away in storage here, I was thinking of that washer again a few weeks ago. It may need to make another trip to the basement this year. She needs a color-makeover though, Ugh! |
Post# 513238 , Reply# 17   4/23/2011 at 12:24 (4,722 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Post# 513245 , Reply# 18   4/23/2011 at 13:32 (4,722 days old) by hydralique (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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Thanks for the link, fun pics! I'm not very familiar with the Norge design and didn't realize they used a Filter-Flo type pan filter, though in their case perhaps it's best called a Burp-A-Flo. |
Post# 513283 , Reply# 19   4/23/2011 at 17:07 (4,722 days old) by klinkerqueen (USA)   |   | |
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These charts are fantastic, are they posted anywhere for reference? They would sure be handy to refer to when necessary. Cheerio! |
Post# 513310 , Reply# 20   4/23/2011 at 20:35 (4,722 days old) by yogitunes (New Jersey)   |   | |
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Post# 513625 , Reply# 21   4/25/2011 at 14:22 (4,720 days old) by washerlover (The Big Island, Hawai’i)   |   | |
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