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Post# 137760   6/24/2006 at 20:14 (6,487 days old) by jeff_adelphi (Adelphi, Maryland, USA)   |   | |
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Post# 137766 , Reply# 1   6/24/2006 at 21:10 (6,487 days old) by veg-o-matic (Baltimore, Hon!)   |   | |
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Post# 137775 , Reply# 2   6/24/2006 at 21:52 (6,487 days old) by newwave1 (Lincoln, United Kingdom)   |   | |
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Post# 137780 , Reply# 3   6/24/2006 at 22:09 (6,487 days old) by peteski50 (New York)   |   | |
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Post# 137787 , Reply# 4   6/24/2006 at 23:48 (6,487 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Post# 137802 , Reply# 5   6/25/2006 at 04:08 (6,486 days old) by jaki80 ()   |   | |
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Very nice, more video please !!!! Thank you very much Jeff |
Post# 137838 , Reply# 7   6/25/2006 at 10:42 (6,486 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)   |   | |
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Post# 137850 , Reply# 10   6/25/2006 at 11:32 (6,486 days old) by jeff_adelphi (Adelphi, Maryland, USA)   |   | |
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The Duet in the video is the one I have had since 2002. The rinse water level is the same as wash level. I always use the "Whitest whites" cycle as it gives 4 rinses and an 800 RPM spin after the wash and between the rinses. This model does have the "Direct Inject" wash system, at the start of wash it dumps the detergent directly onto the clothes, then the fill pauses for a short time while the concentrated detergent mixes with the chothes. I think the water level controll could be adjusted to a higher level, but I have not tried. The controll has 3 level settings and as I remember it has 6 unlabeled adjustment screws! The Delicate cycle does give a higher water level, so you can fill on delicate and switch cycle, but you will only get the higher wash level.
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Post# 138026 , Reply# 12   6/26/2006 at 09:26 (6,485 days old) by re563 (Fort Worth, Texas)   |   | |
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Post# 138192 , Reply# 14   6/27/2006 at 00:20 (6,485 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Cool video, Jeff. Much better views without that pesky plastic cover on the door. What are your opinions on this machine after a few years using it? Improvements, additions, etc. you would make? My 5/04 WP Duet set has an extra rinse button that will increase rinses from 2 (default) to 3 on all washing programs, Whitest Whites program defaults an extra rinse automatically. I didn't know there were other configurations on previous or later models... |
Post# 138355 , Reply# 15   6/27/2006 at 20:53 (6,484 days old) by jeff_adelphi (Adelphi, Maryland, USA)   |   | |
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After checking my Duet, I must make a correction, it does only have 3 rinses. Somehow I had in my mind that it had one more rinse then my Gibson (Frigimore) washer. I think it was because the Gibson has 1 spray rinse and 2 deep rinses, and the Duet has 3 deep rinses (or should I say shallow rinses). What I really like about the Duet is the 800 RPM spin right after the wash, this can be done due to the design of the water level controll that can sense suds between the tubs during spin. As far as I know only Whirlpool has this feature. I realy like the way my Duet washes and rinses and have had no trouble with it yet. At this time I have only repaired 2 Duet/HE3t's for my customers, both had things in the drain pump, a common problem with front loaders. The only change I can think of would be to add "Roto-Spray" like the Whirlpool combos had. It would help get rid of "dry wash look" I have thought of a way of adding an extra circulating pump to mine, but have not done it yet. Jeff |
Post# 138385 , Reply# 16   6/27/2006 at 23:41 (6,484 days old) by peteski50 (New York)   |   | |
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Hi Jeff, How do you compare the performance of the Whirlpool to the LG even with the spray in the LG. Im surprised Whirlpool doesn't have the spray as of yet. Also I was wondering if you repair the LG's? In your area is it difficult to get service for the LG like it is here in NY? I had also heard LG does not let anyone stock parts is that true that you know of? I recently had a door leak last month on my combo and it took 9 days to get service. So I'm not a happy camper even though I like my machine. I am hoping the service issues are going to change for the better. Thanks, Peter |
Post# 138421 , Reply# 17   6/28/2006 at 08:24 (6,483 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Jeff, the Roto-Spray would be a good feature to have, I like the thought of even a tad bit more filtered water spraying onto the clothes as they are tumbling. I prefer to see the load "carrying" some water up and around as it's tumbling and you're right, the dry-washing look isn't very reassuring but, I've never had any problem with taking things out that weren't clean. I'm amazed at the abilities of this washer but have found that a good HE detergent is essential for good results. I don't do any special maitenance to keep the machine clean, a cycle with bleach now and then keeps it clean and sweet-smelling. |
Post# 138432 , Reply# 18   6/28/2006 at 09:02 (6,483 days old) by jeff_adelphi (Adelphi, Maryland, USA)   |   | |
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Peter, Sorry to hear about your problems getting good service on the LG combo. I have not had any calls to repair LG's yet, so can't give much information about service or parts problems. I like my LG combo a lot and think it cleans very well. So far no problems at all. I can't belive how many people have mildew and odor problems with FL washers. After 4 years my Duet looks and smells like new. Too many people wash in cold water, never use bleach, and refuse to leave the door open after use. |
Post# 138435 , Reply# 19   6/28/2006 at 09:11 (6,483 days old) by unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 138453 , Reply# 20   6/28/2006 at 10:44 (6,483 days old) by peterh770 (Marietta, GA)   |   | |
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Post# 138488 , Reply# 21   6/28/2006 at 12:11 (6,483 days old) by peteski50 (New York)   |   | |
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Jeff thanks for replying. I am glad I have had nothing major go wrong with the machine. This is just the second time the door develoved a slow leak. I just hope it is fixed. And yes on all of these units it is necessary to keep the door open for awhile after use. I can't believe so many people do not do that. Peter |
Post# 138493 , Reply# 22   6/28/2006 at 13:05 (6,483 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill *Home of the RailwayTrials* Merseyside,UK)   |   | |
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