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Hi, I'm looking to buy a freestanding silver coloured washing machine costing around £300. I thought I'd made my decision today in Currys - they have a Bosch WAE2416SG for £329.95 which looks pretty good for my needs. I came home to compare the price online and have found what I thought was the same machine on several different sites for a cheaper price, but on closer inspection I've noticed slight differences in the model numbers. I've now found WAE2416S, WAE2416SG and WAE2416SGB. All seem similar, but are they the same? And if they're not does anyone know what the differences might be?! Many thanks in advance for any help you can provide. Also, if you can reco…
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I've spent a fair amount of time looking around for a new machine. My current Bosch WFG2420 is a bit broken and may need replacing. One of the things which I'm seeing repeated is that the current sub-300 pound Bosch models are potentially lower quality than they used to be when they sold for more. The question is; what about machines which are being sold for less than 300 but have been reduced by 70+ quid? Should these be considered as (for example) £280 or £350 appliances? Or is that perhaps not a big enough price difference to be relevant? Cheers, Peter.
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I was relieved to find this site earlier in the year - even though I've been using washing machines for decades, making a choice is something of a minefield. The site is excellent, really helpful and helped me to decide on the John Lewis JLWM 1202. I'm happy with it though initially was a bit overwhelmed with the programmes. I tend to avoid the synthetics cycle because that gives a lower spin speed, I don't think you can override that. Can anyone explain to me how it is that the 'Economy' cycles take twice as long as the regular wash. How is that economical, I would have thought that would use more electricity? Forgive me if this is obvious, I just don't understand!
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Hello, newbie here, only found this website today. I have in the last month bought a new washing machine hotpoint wt960p and I live in a hard water area Hull I was wondering about buying calgon and wondered if anyone else had any views about it, I am using Ariel biological powder for whites and Ariel colour and style for coloured both in powder form, any suggestions would be great thanks Richard
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I read on the Whitegoodshelp site that you should do a full load but leave a 3 or 4 inch gap at the top. That's what I do. My washing machine has a 6 kg capacity, but each load I do is about 5-5.5 kilograms when leaving a 3 or 4 inch gap at the top. Would you say that i'm doing about the right size load in each wash?
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I am looking to buy a top loading Whirlpool washer as I want the large capicity but I've noticed that the spin speed is only 450-650 - will this be sufficient for cottons- towels, jeans etc or will I end up spending more on drying - I am presuming the spin speed is low because of the larger drum - any help on this gratefully received!
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Since I am investing in a Miele (rather expensive for me) I was thinking of protecting it from the hard water in my area by using Calgon or similar product. Andy has, as most of you are probably aware, has written a quite in-depth piece on hard water / limescale / Calgon How hard water & limescale affects washing machines I did a rough calculation on a £9.99 50 tablet pack of Calgon (which I bought yesterday) and projected annual usage came to £60-£70 even assuming a bottom figure of £60 while not 'excessive' per year, when viewed from a 10 year standpoint it's £600.... which is enough to buy another entry level Miele washing machine! Assuming the hea…
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Our washing machine is about 6 years old now (only a Candy), and I just want to know if it's normal for clothes to come out of the machine ice cold or if it's heater has gone! I can't remember if they were ever warm when I took them out, but noticed today - it was on a 40 deg wash. Many thanks.
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Currently I've got hot and cold water supply plumbed in. Do I simply rotate the taps from the vertical handle position... I assume clockwise, and that will stop the water so I can disconnect the old washing machine? - Or do I have to use the master stop cock thingy? The big fat 'concertina' pipe I take it is the drain hose pipe. Do I simply remove this, or do I need to stop up/cover the aperture in the sink afterwards in case water flows out when I use the sink? I have to disconnect the old washing machine before the retailer will plumb my new one in, but presumably the new one is cold only fill, so the hot water pipe will be unused. Do I need to cap off the unu…
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Hi, I've just recently acquired a Hoover Performa 1100. Can anyboby tell me what this machine should do whilst drying? On both drying cycles the machine heats up but only seems to turn a couple of times each couple of minutes, so the clothes seems to come out full of steam and not fully dry. Should the dry cycle consist of the drum turning all the time whilst drying? Also does anyone know where I can obtain a free Hoover Performa 1100 manual (pdf etc) Thanks in advance. Jim Curtis
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We currently own a washer with both hot and cold water feeds which is running like this in the current position in our kitchen. We are thinking of moving the washer into one of our out buildings where there already is running water and drainage. However, to do this we would need to run it on a cold feed only using a 'y' piece into both inlets. The only concerns I have about doing this is that the water will not get up to temperature in enough time, particularly at this time of year when the cold water is REALLY cold. I would imagine that the problem would be on 60 and 90 degree washes. Has anyone got any experience of running a washer like this and can give…
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Hi everyone, newbie here! I've always wondered, is there really any difference, apart from packaging/scents between Economy; home brand and well known brand detergents? I currently use Morrisons Cyclon Liquid 2 in 1 detergent, simply because I like the traditional smell it leaves on my clothes (think 1980's Ariel Automatic). I have used all sorts over the years though, but always tend to sway more towards the home-brands as they're cheaper and seem to clean well (I never have really dirty laundry, so...) I'd be interested to hear others opinions on this matter. Morgan
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Can anyone recommend a machine that will fit in a normal 600mm space but that can wash a king size duvet? I have a dust allergy and need to wash my duvet regularly - the launderette is costing me a fortune.
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I've just bought my first washer dryer and hope to get years and years of active service from it. The manual says to reduce the load by half when drying, which is fine, but a bit inconvenient….is this really necessary? Or can I simply double the recommended drying time instead? I do wonder how many people actually follow this guidance.
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Hello, can anyone help me? I have recently inherited a washing machine when moving into a new flat and not only is there no user manual but pretty much all the writing is missing from the front of the machine. I have no idea what the various buttons do. I've risked a couple of washes but things are shrinking - obviously on a hot setting. Does anyone have a manual? Can someone send me a picture of the buttons complete with writing? Or am I destined to wear small clothes for the rest of my stay here? Thanks for reading.
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Hi we need to replace a washer drier but have limited clearance regarding depth - I am already having to modify a side panel to gain 5 mm due to the machine being somwhat old and to a previous standard. We were hoping to replace the machine for under £300-00 if at all possible. Any advice gratefully received. Bernard
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Do you have any advice about stacking a washer and dryer? Should one do it at all? What are the issues involved and what sort of stacking kit is best? I can't seem to get a straight answer from salesmen on this subject and would be very grateful for any advice you could offer. Many thanks.
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Can anyone help me find a manual and wiring diagram for a 1999/2001 Electrolux Washing Machine Model EW 441 F, Pr N 914240829? I'm in Sri Lanka and need to sort our repairs myself. Thanks
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Just over a year ago (you guessed it warranty is up ) we had a new kitchen fitted complete with shiny new intergrated washing machine, kitchen and appliances were from Howdens. Machine developed faults 3 times in 12 months ,now has started making terrible noise and refusing to spin ,drain water. I have checked it best I can ie pump,filter etc no blockages.Phoned manufacturer theyare looking for £90 just to visit my house. Phoned a local company they were polite but not interested . Given new kitchen I am stuck with buying another intergrated machine can you please recommend and would you recommend a washer /dryer
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