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Post# 424850   3/25/2010 at 17:56 (5,143 days old) by chrisbsuk (Bristol, uk)   |   | |
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Hello Guys,
so, I am currently still using the "Diplomat" (AKA Servis) intergrated washing machine that came with my flat.. I am going to replace it in the next couple of weeks, mainly because the 1000 RPM max spin isnt good enough for what I need; I have to tumble dry pretty much everything (top floor flat etc) so need a machine with a decent RPM and I guess at least a "B" rating, if not "A" rating for spin. I have looked at three machines, and will get one of them: Miele W1714, 1400 Spin LG Steam F1402FDS6, 1400 Spin Hotpoint Aqualtis AQLF9D 69U, 1600 Spin (with auto detergent and softner dispense) So what do you think...I know we all have mixed views on Hotpoint BUT i have used the Aqualtis machines before and they are excellent and see to get good reviews. In terms of money, there is very little between these machines. Appreciate your input as and when you have the time! Chris |
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Post# 424851 , Reply# 1   3/25/2010 at 18:01 (5,143 days old) by chrisbsuk (Bristol, uk)   |   | |
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Post# 424860 , Reply# 2   3/25/2010 at 18:44 (5,143 days old) by ariston4life ((Dublin) Ireland)   |   | |
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Post# 424908 , Reply# 3   3/26/2010 at 00:53 (5,143 days old) by paulinroyton (B)   |   | |
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Hi I had a Hotpoint Aqualtis and found the machine to be a good washer. Very quiet on wash and spin. Washed the clothes very clean. Sadly I reversed into the door, and broke the machine, LOL. |
Post# 424910 , Reply# 4   3/26/2010 at 01:19 (5,143 days old) by hoovermatic (UK)   |   | |
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Isn't the cost of a new washer going to be far more than the energy used by slightly longer dryer use due to a 1000rpm spin speed? |
Post# 424912 , Reply# 5   3/26/2010 at 02:18 (5,143 days old) by ronhic (Canberra, Australia)   |   | |
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Post# 424917 , Reply# 6   3/26/2010 at 03:06 (5,143 days old) by chrisbsuk (Bristol, uk)   |   | |
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ariston4life: Hey, I agree with you, they really are not bad machines at all; and to top it off, they are actually near silent when spinning too (think they have induction motors)
Paul: I had one too, couldnt not fault it. hoovermatic: yea, clearly I am not going to save the purchase cost of the machine in reduced drying times, but I will be saving precious time, and I guess the machine being on for half an hr less a load over the course of a few years will have an impact. Ronhic - my heart too says Miele for obvious reasons, but I just like the additional functionality of a steam option, or auto dosing etc! Beko; yea I have read a lot about them, yet to see one in action though |
Post# 424938 , Reply# 10   3/26/2010 at 07:45 (5,143 days old) by ariston4life ((Dublin) Ireland)   |   | |
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Post# 425225 , Reply# 14   3/27/2010 at 17:09 (5,142 days old) by dyson2drums (United Kingdom)   |   | |
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Post# 425328 , Reply# 16   3/28/2010 at 14:51 (5,141 days old) by mieleforme ()   |   | |
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I would get the Miele. They're simply the best. |
Post# 425763 , Reply# 18   3/30/2010 at 13:02 (5,139 days old) by Joe_in_philly (Philadelphia, PA, USA)   |   | |
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I don't think increased spin speed has anything to do with increased drum size, but rather as a way to improve performace.
A larger diameter washer drum rotating at the same speed (same RPMs) as a smaller diameter drum will exert more g-force on the load, and will extract more water than the smaller diameter drum(assuming all other variables are equal). As a result, a larger (diameter) drum could spin slower than a smaller drum, and extract the same or more water from the load - depending on the size and speed differences of course. Below is a G-force/RPM calculator. You need to enter the RPM and radius of the drum (half the diameter). Ignore step 4. CLICK HERE TO GO TO Joe_in_philly's LINK |