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So, having only had positive experience with front loaders (and being really fed up with the interim top loaders I had to use), naturally, I'd like to go with one of them again.
Now I am reading everywhere, that every brand (LG, Maytag, Bosch, Miele, Kenmore, Electrolux, etc.) have massive mildew and mold problems. Are there any out there that don't have that problem? I mean, in my entire family's households we had a total of 7 front load washers, and each ran flawlessly for 15 - 30 years. I can't believe that this should be so different in the US? Any advice, whch laundry machine I should go for?
My requirements are:
Any advice would be very welcome. The brands we used back home were: Zanussi (which is now Electrolux, at least here in the US), Miele, and Bosch.
Thanks so much.
By Zeanana from TN
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09/15/2011
Hi! Here is some great advice! - If you are in the market for a front loading drying machine, Do not purchase a "Miele." -This was supposed to be a dryer on steroids. Instead, it overdosed and was DOA by the time it got to my house! it's the absolute worst decision I have ever made.
In the first year, it was replaced by a brand new unit because of problems. In years two and three, I've had to make 7 service calls to fix numerous problems. During one stretch, my wife was forced to do wash outside of our home for at least 1.5 months. - That is correct, 1.5 months.
Most recently, we've had three separate issues the past 2 months. We have been waiting two weeks for parts to come in. To further complicate the problem, on a few occasions, I've encountered rude and arrogant reps or whoever at the New Jersey facility. - Unbelievable!
The only bright spot was the technician who came out and the customer service reps in California. They handled themselves professionally. It has been an absolute nightmare! Very shortly, this machine will be sitting by my curb and headed for the dumpster!
By
02/05/2011
I bought a Whirlpool set 6 years ago. Four years later the washer started banging as it spun. It became so bad I had to stop using it. After some research, I concluded the bearings were going out. I removed the back of the machine and was shocked to discover what they use for a counter weight, a concrete block. This set was not the high end one but was in no way cheap. You assume when you make these purchases they will last longer than four years especially considering they are more expensive than top loading. At least the dryer is still going. I tried contacting the company but never received an answer. Always so eager to take your money and then never want to hear from you again. I wonder why the people who have been out of the country and purchased machines have all had better experiences with them.
By
01/04/2011
I read all reviews about how great the front loaders work and in theory it sounds great. I bought a Frigidaire AFT a mistake. Clothes do not get clean. I have to have a repair man to clean out the drain line to the pump at least once a year(for 3 years now). I do not suggest buying one. I bought a top loader (used) and after one wash my clothes are definitely cleaner. I know that certain models work great - the commercial type. It may just be the model I bought yet I will not suggest a front loader.
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