Please suggest washing machine.

[dr. d]

.. i'm a sharp fan...
kahit hindi inverter.
it runs only when we do the laundry, which is just a couple of times a week for about an hour per.

[BratPAQ]

Considering this Samsung model ... 8. kg Topload Inverter Washing Machine | Samsung Philippines ... SM Appliance has an exclusive 8.5 kg model at 18995 ... just a few hundred pesos more than the 8.0 kg model ...

Also looking at this LG model ... LG 7.5 Kg Top Load Washing Machine, Smart Inverter | LG Philippines ... but prefer the Samsung for now ...

That LG is our current washing machine, ₱15k sa ansons. Mas tahimik sya kaysa sa pinalitan na Samsung. Also more compact than our Samsung given na 8 kgs lang yung Samsung. Although sabi nung sales man eh mas compact na daw talaga washing machines ngayon.

[oj88]

I eventually pulled the trigger on the TCL 7kg front-load inverter washer for around P16k. Interested in finding out how much electricity it uses, I installed a power meter.

On average, it only uses around P3.00 worth of electricity per wash cycle (using P12.00/kWh rate). It also uses significantly less water than a top-load unit.

It's been exactly a week ago since I installed the meter. Since that time, the washer has clocked in a total of 14 hours of use. (That clock only runs when there's significant power draw). So exactly after a week of use, it only used up around 1.62kWh or less than P20.00 worth of electricity.

[_Cathy_]

I eventually pulled the trigger on the TCL 7kg front-load inverter washer for around P16k. Interested in finding out how much electricity it uses, I installed a power meter.

On average, it only uses around P3.00 worth of electricity per wash cycle (using P12.00/kWh rate). It also uses significantly less water than a top-load unit.

It's been exactly a week ago since I installed the meter. Since that time, the washer has clocked in a total of 14 hours of use. (That clock only runs when there's significant power draw). So exactly after a week of use, it only used up around 1.62kWh or less than P20.00 worth of electricity.

Where can I buy that power meter?

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[oj88]

Where can I buy that power meter?

You can get them from the usual suspects....

https://shopee.ph/Digital-Watt-Power...5-a2b2871a84df

Digital Power Meter Wattmeter Socket US Plug Energy Meter Current Metering Socket Monitor Energy Power Meter Watt Volt Amp Frequency Electricity Analyzer Monitor Universal Watt KWh Measuring Socket Voltage Frequency | Lazada PH

[_Cathy_]

You can get them from the usual suspects....

https://shopee.ph/Digital-Watt-Power...5-a2b2871a84df

Digital Power Meter Wattmeter Socket US Plug Energy Meter Current Metering Socket Monitor Energy Power Meter Watt Volt Amp Frequency Electricity Analyzer Monitor Universal Watt KWh Measuring Socket Voltage Frequency | Lazada PH

Thanks! I'm glad it's not expensive! I'm so excited to find out how each appliance costs to run.

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[Walter]

That LG is our current washing machine, ₱15k sa ansons. Mas tahimik sya kaysa sa pinalitan na Samsung. Also more compact than our Samsung given na 8 kgs lang yung Samsung. Although sabi nung sales man eh mas compact na daw talaga washing machines ngayon.

New models will have better features than the old ones they replace ... with LG, direct drive motors are more compact than belt driven models ...

[dr. d]

I eventually pulled the trigger on the TCL 7kg front-load inverter washer for around P16k.

i still avoid front-loaders.
from my readings, "they leak, eventually."

[oj88]

i still avoid front-loaders.
from my readings, "they leak, eventually."

From my reading, this is more true with older front-load washers. Modern units have better-designed door gaskets and so, are less prone to such.

Anyway, everything is susceptible to wear and tear.. top OR front-loaders. Our LG top-loader has had two major repairs.... First time, the clutch/gearbox was replaced while the 2nd time involves replacing the motor.

[yubby24]

Natuloy din ang pagpurchase ng FAWM. Panasonic 7kg non-inverter. Di pala sya kasing-ingay ng semi-automatic. Napapunta pa ako sa ace para bumili ng mas mahabang hose para sa tubig.

Question lang. Pano nyo nililinis yung washing machine after gamitin? Kasi yung semi namin, binabanlawan ko pa ng tubig para mawala yung sabon sa gilid-gilid ng tub. Ito ba pwede ko rin banlawan? Tsaka yung lagayan ng liquid detergent, may naiiwan kaunti na hindi na tumulo pababa sa drum. Pwede ko rin ba banlawan ng tubig yu? Nagcheck na ko sa manual pero wala kasing nabanggit na ganun eh. More on weekly/monthly tub hygiene lang ang nakalagay. Tsaka any other tips sa paggamit nito? So far, Normal mode pa lang nagamit ko.

[dr. d]

Natuloy din ang pagpurchase ng FAWM. Panasonic 7kg non-inverter. Di pala sya kasing-ingay ng semi-automatic. Napapunta pa ako sa ace para bumili ng mas mahabang hose para sa tubig.

Question lang. Pano nyo nililinis yung washing machine after gamitin? Kasi yung semi namin, binabanlawan ko pa ng tubig para mawala yung sabon sa gilid-gilid ng tub. Ito ba pwede ko rin banlawan? Tsaka yung lagayan ng liquid detergent, may naiiwan kaunti na hindi na tumulo pababa sa drum. Pwede ko rin ba banlawan ng tubig yu? Nagcheck na ko sa manual pero wala kasing nabanggit na ganun eh. More on weekly/monthly tub hygiene lang ang nakalagay. Tsaka any other tips sa paggamit nito? So far, Normal mode pa lang nagamit ko.

our sharp washing machine has a "tub clean" button.
baka meron yang inyo. consult the manual, po.
or google your specific model for info.

[shadow]

Natuloy din ang pagpurchase ng FAWM. Panasonic 7kg non-inverter. Di pala sya kasing-ingay ng semi-automatic. Napapunta pa ako sa ace para bumili ng mas mahabang hose para sa tubig.

Question lang. Pano nyo nililinis yung washing machine after gamitin? Kasi yung semi namin, binabanlawan ko pa ng tubig para mawala yung sabon sa gilid-gilid ng tub. Ito ba pwede ko rin banlawan? Tsaka yung lagayan ng liquid detergent, may naiiwan kaunti na hindi na tumulo pababa sa drum. Pwede ko rin ba banlawan ng tubig yu? Nagcheck na ko sa manual pero wala kasing nabanggit na ganun eh. More on weekly/monthly tub hygiene lang ang nakalagay. Tsaka any other tips sa paggamit nito? So far, Normal mode pa lang nagamit ko.

Need talaga linisin ng professional kakalasin lahat yan to clean inside. Parang A/C


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[oj88]

Natuloy din ang pagpurchase ng FAWM. Panasonic 7kg non-inverter. Di pala sya kasing-ingay ng semi-automatic. Napapunta pa ako sa ace para bumili ng mas mahabang hose para sa tubig.

Question lang. Pano nyo nililinis yung washing machine after gamitin? Kasi yung semi namin, binabanlawan ko pa ng tubig para mawala yung sabon sa gilid-gilid ng tub. Ito ba pwede ko rin banlawan? Tsaka yung lagayan ng liquid detergent, may naiiwan kaunti na hindi na tumulo pababa sa drum. Pwede ko rin ba banlawan ng tubig yu? Nagcheck na ko sa manual pero wala kasing nabanggit na ganun eh. More on weekly/monthly tub hygiene lang ang nakalagay. Tsaka any other tips sa paggamit nito? So far, Normal mode pa lang nagamit ko.

Kung may soap residue naiiwan after your wash, two possible reasons:
1. You're using too much soap for the load
2. The soap produces too much suds

Eto natutunan ko when we switched to a new front-load (might also apply to newer top-loaders)...

Look for laundry detergents with the High Efficiency (HE) logo. These are designed for washers that uses less water. They don't produce as much suds as traditional laundry soap so they rinse better and leaves little to no residue on clothes or the tub. Works well even if your washer does not call for HE detergents.

[Walter]

Use less detergent ... 1-2 tablespoons per 4 kg ... adjust accordingly ... most washing machines have tub clean mode ... you can also buy washing machine cleaning tablet ... or make your own using vinegar and baking soda ... also avoid using fabric conditioners ...

Another method of avoiding residues is to just put / pour the detergent directly onto the laundry ... and if using the delay mode (timer), you must not use liquid detergent as it will just drip into the machine ...

Where do you buy HE detergent ... kind of hard to find decent ones ...

[shadow]

Use less detergent ... 1-2 tablespoons per 4 kg ... adjust accordingly ... most washing machines have tub clean mode ... you can also buy washing machine cleaning tablet ... or make your own using vinegar and baking soda ... also avoid using fabric conditioners ...

Another method of avoiding residues is to just put / pour the detergent directly onto the laundry ... and if using the delay mode (timer), you must not use liquid detergent as it will just drip into the machine ...

Where do you buy HE detergent ... kind of hard to find decent ones ...

S&R madami HE detergent


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[oj88]

For regular cleaning, vinegar will do. As per instructions on my unit, it calls for the mode to be set to tub cleaning and the water temp to the highest (95°C).

I do this once a month. But since switching to a liquid HE detergent, I might be able to extend that to every 60 days or longer as it doesn't leave any soap scum.

But this being a front-loader, we leave the door open when not in use so any standing water can evaporate.

[gearhead000]

Use less detergent ... 1-2 tablespoons per 4 kg ... adjust accordingly ... most washing machines have tub clean mode ... you can also buy washing machine cleaning tablet ... or make your own using vinegar and baking soda ... also avoid using fabric conditioners ...

Another method of avoiding residues is to just put / pour the detergent directly onto the laundry ... and if using the delay mode (timer), you must not use liquid detergent as it will just drip into the machine ...

Where do you buy HE detergent ... kind of hard to find decent ones ...

Wouldn't those liquid detergent and fabcon inlets actually intended for that use?
I always use those inlets in every wash (except when using powder detergents).
What the manual cautions is about using bleach. Have to wash daw after every use.
For powder, tinutunaw ko muna sa tubig sa tabo or sa palanggana, then pour directly.
Instruction says use warm water (around 30deg. daw) pero tap water na lang ginagamit ko.

Ang di ko pa rin matantiya is yung tamang amount ng powder or liquid detergent usage.
Not sure if I'm using too much or too little. Medyo ambiguous din kasi mga instructions na nababasa ko.
They use 'scoop' or tablespoon as measure pero gaano ba kalaki yung scoop or kapuno yung tablespoon.

[papi smith]

What I do is to thoroughly mix the liquid detergent by pouring it directly on the tub and setting it to wash for 1/4 water level. After about a minute of churning, that's when I start the washload.

[bugsmobile]

Need talaga linisin ng professional kakalasin lahat yan to clean inside. Parang A/C


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Ahhh how often should one get these professional cleaners? Is there like an idea time like every x months parang sa aircon?

[Walter]

Every year or two ...