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Thread Number: 18091
Help me purchase my first washer/dryer set! |
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Post# 294456 , Reply# 1 8/3/2008 at 23:04 (5,737 days old) by frigilux  (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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I think you'd be fine with either set. The Maytag should be reliable, as it is basically a re-badged Whirlpool. GE's reliability has also improved recently. Personally, I like the slower agitation stroke of the new GE's. But that pair is also almost $100 more than the Maytag set. Let us know what you decide! | ||
| Post# 294475 , Reply# 2 8/4/2008 at 00:46 (5,737 days old) by tuthill () | ||
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Get a front loader... all modern traditional top-loaders suck. But if I had to pick between the two I'd go with the Whirltags (just don't overload it or your clothes will never forgive you). | ||
| Post# 294483 , Reply# 3 8/4/2008 at 03:50 (5,737 days old) by jeffg () | ||
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> all modern traditional top-loaders suck That's not true. Our new Speed Queen TL is faster, quieter and outcleans any that I or my parents ever had. But a set of them may run slightly more than what cb526 is looking to pay. | ||
| Post# 294506 , Reply# 4 8/4/2008 at 08:14 (5,737 days old) by mulls () | ||
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SQ TL JeffG,does your SQ "dumb down"the water temps?Does it fill to the top?Are there spray rinses? | ||
| Post# 294514 , Reply# 5 8/4/2008 at 09:06 (5,736 days old) by cb526 () | ||
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I still haven't made my decision. What's the general consensus on the Hydrowave? Has the reliability of GEs improved over the horrors that I've read about with the old transmission? | ||
| Post# 294521 , Reply# 6 8/4/2008 at 09:24 (5,736 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey) | ||
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Hello Go with a Front Loader. The top loaders are not the same as they were years ago. I have an LG which I really like. Take a look at consumer reports and use this as a guide line. The new top loaders washing ability has gone down hill. | ||
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Post# 294557 , Reply# 9 8/4/2008 at 12:50 (5,736 days old) by frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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Here's something very near your price range. I have this pair (mine are Frigidaire rather than Kenmore, and they have the rear control panel like a standard washer; otherwise they are the same machines.) Note: The machines are shown on pedestals, here. That would cost more, of course. While not as cavernous as the newest designs, they will hold a load at least as large as either of the top-loader sets you're looking at. I've seen the washer on sale (as a Frigidaire) for $549. Just a thought---something more to confuse your choice, LOL! 
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Post# 294558 , Reply# 10 8/4/2008 at 12:51 (5,736 days old) by frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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Post# 294601 , Reply# 12 8/4/2008 at 14:58 (5,736 days old) by volvoguy87 (Cincinnati, OH) |
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Save money and get a better washer.
The best balance of cost to quality and performance may be a used Maytag top loader. Go to a thrift store (I especially like Habitat for Humanity Re-Stores) and find a late-model Maytag Dependable Care. They all have porcelain wash tubs, not stainless steel. They are more gentile on clothes than Whirlpool direct drives, they are extremely reliable, and they are all used now so they are also relatively cheap. A used Maytag Dependable Care would likely outlast many new washers, and it will do it for a fraction of the cost. Think outside the Big-Box, and good luck, Dave | ||
| Post# 294720 , Reply# 15 8/4/2008 at 22:27 (5,736 days old) by qsd-dan (West) | ||
Moister sensing feature on dryers have been around for over 40 years, so there's no reason to purchase a brand new dryer solely for that option. My 1964 Maytag DE-750 is still very accurate about shutting down at the right time. Occasionally I will pull a shirt or 2 out where the collar is ever-so slightly damp, but it's completely dry in less than 10 minutes after being on a hanger.
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Post# 294893 , Reply# 18 8/5/2008 at 19:19 (5,735 days old) by gyrafoam (Wytheville, VA) |
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IMO Get the SQ's! Steel parts vs plastic. 3 year warranty. American made. Good cleaning and drying. (Washer has 710 rpm spin). | ||
| Post# 294907 , Reply# 19 8/5/2008 at 20:09 (5,735 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA) | ||
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| Post# 294909 , Reply# 20 8/5/2008 at 20:10 (5,735 days old) by mihi () | ||
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if it were my bucks..... I'd definitely get the Speed Queen or F-P over the two originally mentioned. Just my preference I guess. | ||
| Post# 295040 , Reply# 22 8/6/2008 at 09:51 (5,734 days old) by pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada) | ||
Model that i would recomend that you buy
hello here are the specp for the maytag washer and matching dryer hope this helps you Good luck Maytag Laveuse 3,2 pi3 à chargement sur le dessus 263 637 822 Information sur la marque Voyez d'autres produits Maytag Tableau de commande: Blanc Coffrage: Blanc Numéro de Sears 263 637 822 Numéro du fabricant MTW5807TQ Veuillez préciser une quantité entre 1 et 99. Sears Prix Ordinaire: 749,99 $ Caractéristiques Important : Les grandeurs indiquées sont approximatives. Toujours mesurer la marchandise réelle avant de faire des plans définitifs et du découpage. Caractéristiques Générales Capacité Super Capacité (pieds cubes) 3.20 Largeur de l'appareil (pouces) 27.0 Hauteur de l'appareil (pouces) 44.0 Profondeur de l'appareil (pouces) 27.0 Verrouillage de sûreté (porte, couvercle) Non Consommation min. d'eau (gallons impér. ) 11 Consommation max. d'eau (gallons impér.) 42 Fini coffrage/dessus Acier émaillé Matériau cuve extérieure Polypropylène Matériau cuve de lavage Acier inoxydable Insonorisation Qualité supérieure Cote Energuide (kWh/an) 419 Certifié Energy Star Non Système de lavage Système d'entraînement de la laveuse Entraînement par courroie Sorte d'agitateur Dual-Action Commutateur vitesse 4 choix Cycle énergique/durée accrue Oui Cycle(s) courant(s) Courant, sans repassage Autre(s) cycle(s) d'entretien des tissus Délicat, à laver main Cycles spéciaux Trempage Option rinçage supplémentaire Manuel Réglage automatique de température Oui Réglages température lavage-rinçage 4 1 réglage auto Réglages du niveau d'eau 5 Filtre Autonettoyant Distributeur de javellisant Distribution minuté auto Distributeur de détergent Non Distributeur d'assouplissant Oui Avertisseur fin de cycle Interrupteur marche-arrêt Nombre de vitesses du moteur 1/2 hp (2 vitesses) Tableau de commandes Sorte de commandes Rotatives Mise en marche différée max. (heures) 0 Matériau Plastique Minuteur mise en marche différée Non Voyants de marche Oui Informations sur la garantie Pièces main-d'oeuvre Garantie générale 1 an 1 an Corrosion du coffrage 1 an 1 an Moteur 1 an 1 an Système d'entraînement, transmission 1 an 1 an Panier de lavage 1 an 1 an Cuve extérieure 1 an 1 an dryer spec Maytag Sécheuse électrique 7 pi3 de super capacité 263 677 822 Information sur la marque Voyez d'autres produits Maytag Tableau de commande: Blanc Coffrage: Blanc Numéro de Sears 263 677 822 Numéro du fabricant YMED5707TQ Veuillez préciser une quantité entre 1 et 99. Sears Prix Ordinaire: 549,99 $ Caractéristiques Important : Les grandeurs indiquées sont approximatives. Toujours mesurer la marchandise réelle avant de faire des plans définitifs et du découpage. Caractéristiques Générales Capacité Super Capacité (pieds cubes) 7.00 Largeur de l'appareil (pouces) 29.0 Hauteur de l'appareil (pouces) 44.0 Profondeur de l'appareil (pouces) 28.5 Sorte de porte Non réversible à ouverture latérale Puissance (W) 4750 Puissance nécessaire (V) 240 Éclairage du tambour Oui Grille de séchage Non Fini coffrage/dessus Acier émaillé Matériau du tambour Acier enduit de peinture Type d'évacuation 4 façons Filtre En façade Insonorisation Haute qualité Cote Energuide (kWh/an) 950 Certifié Energy Star Non Système de séchage Nombre de cycles 6 Système de séchage automatique Capteur d'humidité Option séchage réglable Non Capteur d'humidité Oui Séchage minuté avec chaleur Oui Séchage minuté sans chaleur Non Cycle normal pour tissus courants Oui Cycle sans repassage Oui Cycle délicat Oui Cycle séchage humide Oui Cycle anti-froissage Non Cycle défroissage Non Nombre de réglages de température 4 2 réglages de température Non Avertisseur fin de cycle Interrupteur marche-arrêt Averisseur filtre à charpie Non Nombre de vitesses du moteur 1/3 hp Grille de séchage Aucune Tableau de commandes Matériau Plastique Commandes Boutons manuels Informations sur la garantie Pièces main-d'oeuvre Garantie générale 1 an 1 an Tambour de sécheuse 1 an 1 an Corrosion du coffrage 1 an 1 an Translation Maytag 3.2 cu. ft. Top Load Washer 263 637 822 See brand information See more products by Maytag Control Panel: White Cabinet: White Sears number 263 637 822 Mfg. number MTW5807TQ Please specify the quantity between 1 and 99 Sears Regular Price: $749.99 Features Important: Sizes quoted are approximate. Always measure the actual merchandise before making final plans and cutouts. General Features Capacity Super Capacity (cu. ft.) 3.20 Product Width (In.) 27.0 Product Height (In.) 44.0 Product Depth (In.) 27.0 Safety Door/Lid Lock No Minimum Water Usage (Imp. gal.) 11 Maximum Water Usage (Imp. gal.) 42 Cabinet/Top Finish Porcelain on Steel Outer Tub Material Polypropylene Wash Basket Material Stainless Steel Sound Reduction Package Best Energuide Rating (kWh/Year) 419 Energy Star Qualified No Wash System Washer Drive System Belt Gear Drive Agitator Type Dual/Double Action Speed Switch 4 Selections Heavy Duty/Extended Time Cycle Yes Standard Cycle(s) Normal and Permanent Press Other Fabric Care Cycle(s) Delicate and Hand Wash Specialty Cycles Soak Extra Rinse Option Manual Auto Temperature Control Yes Wash Rinse Temperature Options 4 Automatic Temperature Control Water Level Options 5 Filter Self Clean Bleach Dispenser Auto Timed Release Detergent Dispenser No Fabric Softener Dispenser Yes End of Cycle Signal On/Off Switch Motor Speed (hp) 1/2 HP (2 Speed) Control Panel Type of Controls Manual-Rotary Maximum Delay Time (hr.) 0 Material Plastic Delay Start Timer No Operating Indicator Lights Yes Warranty Information Parts Labour General Warranty 1 Year 1 Year Cabinet Rust Through 1 Year 1 Year Motor 1 Year 1 Year Drive System/Transmission 1 Year 1 Year Wash Basket 1 Year 1 Year Outertub 1 Year 1 Year Maytag 7.0 cu. ft. Super Capacity Electric Dryer 263 677 822 See brand information See more products by Maytag Control Panel: White Cabinet: White Sears number 263 677 822 Mfg. number YMED5707TQ Please specify the quantity between 1 and 99 Sears Regular Price: $549.99 Features Important: Sizes quoted are approximate. Always measure the actual merchandise before making final plans and cutouts. General Features Capacity Super Capacity (cu. ft.) 7.00 Product Width (In.) 29.0 Product Height (In.) 44.0 Product Depth (In.) 28.5 Door Type Non Reversible Side Swing Wattage (W) 4750 Power Requirements (V) 240 Drum Light Yes Clothes Rack/Bar No Cabinet/Top Finish Porcelain on Steel Drum Material Painted Steel Venting Options 4 Way Filter Front Mounted Sound Reduction Package Better Energuide Rating (kWh/Year) 950 Energy Star Qualified No Drying System Number of Options (Cycles) 6 Auto Drying System Moisture Sensor (Better) Adjustable Dryer Option No Moisture Monitor Yes Timed Heat Yes Timed Air No Regular/Normal Cycle Yes Permanent Press Cycle Yes Delicate Cycle Yes Damp Dry Cycle Yes Wrinkle Prevention Cycle No Wrinkle Release Cycle No Number of Temperature Options 4 2 Temperature Staged Drying No End of Cycle Signal On/Off Switch Lint Signal No Motor Speed (hp) 1/3 HP Dry Rack None Control Panel Material Plastic Controls Manual Knobs Warranty Information Parts Labour General Warranty 1 Year 1 Year Dryer Drum 1 Year 1 Year Cabinet Rust Through 1 Year 1 Year Good luck | ||
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Post# 295041 , Reply# 23 8/6/2008 at 09:54 (5,734 days old) by frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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I think you'll be fine with the Hydrowaves. GE's dryers have a nice, big drum, too. One of our members, Jamie (Pulsator), bought a Hydrowave recently, and his reviews of it have been good. It's heresy to say this around here, but unless you are willing to deal with locating parts and---depending on how old a machine you get---servicing it yourself, a new machine is probably the way to go. I agree that vintage machines were built for the long haul compared to new, plastic model; but for many people, getting a new washer is the more practical choice. While I think modern front-loaders are better than modern top-loaders, if you are on the third floor of a building with wood floors, a front-loader may cause too much vibration and shaking, anyway. Getting a top-loader may be your only option. Let us know how things work out with your Hydrowave washer. We love to read reviews! | ||
| Post# 295108 , Reply# 24 8/6/2008 at 14:33 (5,734 days old) by cb526 () | ||
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Dang it. Now I'm really torn between the F&P and the Hydrowave. LOL HEEEEEEEEEELP! | ||
| Post# 295344 , Reply# 25 8/7/2008 at 18:04 (5,733 days old) by cb526 () | ||
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Well, I'm going to go with and take delivery on the Hydrowave set. I'll be adding a repairmaster five year extended warranty to hedge my bet. | ||
| Post# 295345 , Reply# 26 8/7/2008 at 18:06 (5,733 days old) by cb526 () | ||
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I really want to go with the fisher paykels but I've read too many just out of warranty horror stories to feel confident in purchasing them. | ||
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Post# 295378 , Reply# 27 8/7/2008 at 20:46 (5,733 days old) by frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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Consumer Reports reliability ratings show that Fisher/Paykel are more repair-prone than Whirlpool/GE/Frigidaire top-loaders. Glenn (Dadoes), however, has had two F/P washers and never experienced a problem with them. It's really the luck of the draw. Hope you like your Hydrowaves---especially since I've been the one nudging you in that direction, LOL. Let us know what you think of them once they're installed. | ||
| Post# 295495 , Reply# 28 8/8/2008 at 12:38 (5,732 days old) by cb526 () | ||
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Thanks, Frigilux! I'm just happy that we'll have a washer and dryer in the apartment. I never realized what a relatively stressful situation simply buying appliances could be. Hopefully I grow to love these machines. | ||
| Post# 295513 , Reply# 29 8/8/2008 at 15:59 (5,732 days old) by ptcruiser51 (Boynton Beach, FL) | ||
A little late to the gate
The customers I've sold HydroWaves to are happy with them. Very quiet machines - usually you just hear the water sloshing around. Yours should come with a DVD, watch it. It 'splains (as R. Ricardo would say) that after the machine fills, it pauses and you'll hear clicking. If you lift the lid it re-sets and starts clicking again. This is just the cycle advancing, if you keep lifting the lid it will keep resetting. Be patient and machine will start. GE may have modified this by now, my factory rep said they got a number of repair calls for this. The sensor dryers sometimes have trouble with "mixed" loads, like if you wash tees with towels. Tees will be dry but towels wet, or towels will be dry and tees fried. Try to wash similar stuff and you'll be fine. Happy laundry days ahead! | ||
| Post# 301196 , Reply# 35 9/3/2008 at 17:10 (5,706 days old) by xyz () | ||
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CB, if you aren't confused enough by now, may I suggest just washing your clothes in the bathtub or better yet showering with them on and walking them air dry.lol. No, just go Kenmore basic. | ||
| Post# 301290 , Reply# 37 9/3/2008 at 22:08 (5,706 days old) by fredfred9633 () | ||
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i hace a kenmore washer and dryer and ther work great dont let its size fool you it can fit ALOT it uses very little water and gets the clothes clean it would make a great first washer and dryer it will last a long time | ||
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Post# 301388 , Reply# 38 9/4/2008 at 12:23 (5,705 days old) by mistereric (New Jersey (Taylor Ham)) |
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fwiw...
My parents just replaced a direct drive kenmore, 8 years old and not worth fixing, with a nice MOL Speed Queen unit. We have a damp basement where the machine is to live and wanted something mechanical and overbuilt, not electronic. The new machine doesn't have a ton of features, is as dull as dirt to watch but its rock solid and does a great job. I wouldn't be surprised it if it lives for 20 years. Closest thing on the market to the center-dial maytags, from what I've seen. Cost a little more than the kenmore it replaced, but not much. In your place, I would buy a new Speed Queen washer and grab a basic dryer off craigslist. Kenmore dryers are usually easy to find and dirt cheap. | ||
| Post# 301397 , Reply# 39 9/4/2008 at 12:57 (5,705 days old) by irishwashguy (Salem,Oregon.............A Capital City) | ||
i am with ric
Speed queen. You will never regret it. When I was looking for a machine, i soon found that there are things that weigh into my choice. How much did I spend on all of the clothes that I am going to wash in it. I ran my finger over the holes in the GE ten years ago. I would stay away from them. The rebadged Whiltag in lou of a S.Q. I think that you would be happier with it truthfully, Call them and see what they can do for you........800-345-5649
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| Post# 301461 , Reply# 40 9/4/2008 at 17:17 (5,705 days old) by volsboy1 (East Tenn Smoky mountains ) | ||
I have the G.E. Harmony Washer and I love it.You can do anything with that machine.I like how it saves water most of the time but you can hit the Throw-rug setting and it fills up all the way and really cool to watch it has a see-through window perfect for us folks.We first had a Front load G.E. and hated it there is not enough water to wash and you cant do nothing about it.To give a example when in wash mode when it would stop and reverse there would be no water dripping.The clothes were wet but thats about it.The longest wash was 3+ hours and still I couldnt get out the smell out of my gym clothes.The Harmony has no agitator it has a plate on the bottom and the steel basket has bumps and they go back and forth then it will do a slight spin to pull water through the clothes.It outwashes the Frontloader on the shortwash 40Mins and there clean at that than the other at 3.5 hours.I lost my leg and Im back in college and live back home so this is my Moms washer I would much rather have a Jet-cone but that Harmony is a Great washer so far and it is used twice a day and never had one thing go wrong with it but it is $$$$..
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