Lg Washer

[cromodora 0]

But it’s a 8kg washer which consume more water and energy. So many factors to

8kg is the maximum capacity.

The better models these days have load sensing and will not fill or run as if there's 8 kilo load all the time.

To give you a better idea of my wash routine:-

Daily

I separate whites/light coloured/colourfast from non-whites.

So my washload averages about 4kg daily.

These clothes are normally not soiled, just perspired on.

The LG has a short 30mins 30 degree program.

Using shorter program daily saves a lot on electricity and water.

This on top of the machine being a 'Green Label' washer.

For machine care

I use cotton 60 degree program for beddings and towels.

Sensing around 8 kilos, the LG washer will give a time estimate of about 2hrs.

But that's ok. I only use this program once a fortnight or every ten days.

As a matter of fact you must run this program at least once a month even if you have no load for the machine's well being.

How do I know I'm not loading more than 8 kilos?

You can put the laundry bag on the bathroom scale, or use a cheap $2 pullspring scale like a karung guni man.

Why LG?

Getting a high end model for the price of a midrange European brand

Well built and just look at sohck's machine above.

Direct drive is a good thing.

Machine runs very quietly.

Any residual sound you can hear, sounds like its made by an expensive machine.

The negative LG feedback above?

That was for an older, lower-end Asian type LG washer.

Not the one you're considering.

[Lilian 0]

8kg is the maximum capacity.

The better models these days have load sensing and will not fill or run as if there's 8 kilo load all the time.

To give you a better idea of my wash routine:-

Daily

I separate whites/light coloured/colourfast from non-whites.

So my washload averages about 4kg daily.

These clothes are normally not soiled, just perspired on.

The LG has a short 30mins 30 degree program.

Using shorter program daily saves a lot on electricity and water.

This on top of the machine being a 'Green Label' washer.

For machine care

I use cotton 60 degree program for beddings and towels.

Sensing around 8 kilos, the LG washer will give a time estimate of about 2hrs.

But that's ok. I only use this program once a fortnight or every ten days.

As a matter of fact you must run this program at least once a month even if you have no load for the machine's well being.

How do I know I'm not loading more than 8 kilos?

You can put the laundry bag on the bathroom scale, or use a cheap $2 pullspring scale like a karung guni man.

Why LG?

Getting a high end model for the price of a midrange European brand

Well built and just look at sohck's machine above.

Direct drive is a good thing.

Machine runs very quietly.

Any residual sound you can hear, sounds like its made by an expensive machine.

The negative LG feedback above?

That was for an older, lower-end Asian type LG washer.

Not the one you're considering.

Thanks for your advice and comments. Helps alot. What I liked about that LG washer is that they have the auto weigh system. The Bosch (WAE24460AU) one which I am eyeing does not have this feature. Puts me off though. I think my washing routine will be veri similar to yours. But I am considering whether to bring my bedsheet to the laundry instead of washing myself cos I think I wouldn’t have the strength to put the bedsheet out to sun dry.

[shuseido 0]

I have checked out various brands and models of washer in HN last weekend, I can say the door of LG washer is the most firm one. The rest feel like will fall apart just a simple knock. Hahaha...

[Lilian 0]

I have checked out various brands and models of washer in HN last weekend, I can say the door of LG washer is the most firm one. The rest feel like will fall apart just a simple knock. Hahaha...

Same here...I tried to open the LG washer door and Bosch washer door...the feeling veri different. The grip of the LG washer door seems better than the Bosch washer.

[kthc 0]

Any more feedback about the LG WD14331 washer? Does it have a delay start btw? Thinking of getting this instead a separate washer and dryer since we probably won't use the dryer that often since our flat facing the west side.

How's the noise and wash cycle like?

Thanks.

[Lilian 0]

Any more feedback about the LG WD14331 washer? Does it have a delay start btw? Thinking of getting this instead a separate washer and dryer since we probably won't use the dryer that often since our flat facing the west side.

How's the noise and wash cycle like?

Thanks.

Is it a direct drive one? If so, it will be silent, claimed by Lg and lota of users here. U can read all the comments.

[shuseido 0]

Any more feedback about the LG WD14331 washer? Does it have a delay start btw? Thinking of getting this instead a separate washer and dryer since we probably won't use the dryer that often since our flat facing the west side.

How's the noise and wash cycle like?

Thanks.

Salesgirl frmo HN told me, this is very old model. All washing mode die die have to use hot water. Newever model, you can choose cold/hot water to wash for any mode. Cold water can save some electricity.

As for the noise, DD definately more queit than belt.

However, The price of this model really hard to resist. Hahaha...

[cromodora 0]

How's the noise and wash cycle like?

Thanks.

When we first ran the machine, it is so quiet that we have to go near,

look thru the porthole and see the clothes turning and tumbling to confirm the machine is ON.

[cromodora 0]

Salesgirl frmo HN told me, this is very old model. All washing mode die die have to use hot water. Newever model, you can choose cold/hot water to wash for any mode. Cold water can save some electricity.

As for the noise, DD definately more queit than belt.

However, The price of this model really hard to resist. Hahaha...

True. WD14331 is older model.

No cold water option.

Minimum temp is 30 degrees.

I reckon just to raise to that temp the extra juice needed is negligible.

After all what's the temp of raw water from pipe in Singapore?

Anyway, detergents need a minimum temp for the enzymes and agents to work their best.

Machines running cold wash only will also encourage black mould forming.

Yes DD is so quiet you tend to notice the pump noise instead.

Don't resist. Its a great buy!

The controls are not as modern looking as newer models.

There are two separate displays with large readouts (the alpha not the screen).

One for spin speed, the other gives the time to completion.

It doesn't look dated or gimmicky.

More timeless classic looking.

Like a good German machine.

Edited June 12, 2009 by cromodora

[cromodora 0]

Any more feedback about the LG WD14331 washer? Does it have a delay start btw? Thinking of getting this instead a separate washer and dryer since we probably won't use the dryer that often since our flat facing the west side.

Thanks.

Yes there is a delay start. Max 19 hrs Min 3 hrs.

There is also delay rinsing.

Best part is there is also a PLAY/PAUSE button like a DVD player.

You know, for those occasions where you want to add an item

to launder when the machine is already running...

I don't have a need to use the dryer feature either but due to the promotion,

this machine cost less than the LG w/o dryer yet with slower spin speed.

Go figure!

[cromodora 0]

I've given so many PROs but since LG still have not given me a commission...

Here is one CON so far...

The child lock function will disable all buttons except the POWER button.

But this POWER button is the same shape and in the same row as other buttons.

If you langgar or the kids touch the button. The machine will cut off.

When this happens it has no memory of what is was doing before the power got cut.

Another thing...

Only a few will think this is a CON.

The machine will give a cuckoo clock chime when the wash is complete.

But only once.

Then it switches itself completely off (display off, power light off).

There is no constant or periodic reminder and since it is so quiet when running,

no one is the wiser if not told the laundry is ready.

Edited June 14, 2009 by cromodora

[shuseido 0]

Hi cromodora, you really know this item in and out. You using this machine??

[cromodora 0]

Hi cromodora, you really know this item in and out. You using this machine??

Yup. LG WD14331AD Washer Dryer.

Started washer shopping with wifey in March when old Ariston Margherita start making

terrible banging and screeching noise after 7 problem-free years.

Sounds like bearing or fractured drum spider. Bo bay chow liao. Must buy new washer.

Don't make economic sense to repair.

Saw the LG.

Through my eyes..

-Special Offer $899 only, big drop from $1699. Wah! At that price, nothing comes close.

-1400 spin speed. Higher better, need less time to dry.

-DD. Big motor driving drum directly. The techy in me says this is not a gimmick.

-Looks like a well built quality machine overall.

Through wifey's eyes..

-LG? Alamak! Pekak Korean brand. Visitors to kitchen sure see no up.

-Cheapskate Hubby trying to get away spending less

-If good why salesmen keep recommending Electrolux instead?

-Not bad got PAUSE feature. Always forgetting something to throw in last minute.

-Not bad 8kg. Can shove in bedspread or curtain and get hubby to hang dry. And if

machine turns out to be lousy, can shove hubby inside then will personally hang hubby to dry.

So we got the LG.

I told my wife if we got visitors to impress in the kitchen, start vacuuming.

Our vacuum cleaner is a red MIELE.

Edited June 12, 2009 by cromodora

[kthc 0]

Thanks for the comments, shortlisting this one and unless something similar appears at this price range, probably get it in July. Now selling $799-$899 at some places, pretty good deal IMO. Especially since we'll rarely use the dryer but its there just in case we need it.

[shuseido 0]

Yup. LG WD14331AD Washer Dryer.

Started washer shopping with wifey in March when old Ariston Margherita start making

terrible banging and screeching noise after 7 problem-free years.

Sounds like bearing or fractured drum spider. Bo bay chow liao. Must buy new washer.

Don't make economic sense to repair.

Saw the LG.

Through my eyes..

-Special Offer $899 only, big drop from $1699. Wah! At that price, nothing comes close.

-1400 spin speed. Higher better, need less time to dry.

-DD. Big motor driving drum directly. The techy in me says this is not a gimmick.

-Looks like a well built quality machine overall.

Through wifey's eyes..

-LG? Alamak! Pekak Korean brand. Visitors to kitchen sure see no up.

-Cheapskate Hubby trying to get away spending less

-If good why salesmen keep recommending Electrolux instead?

-Not bad got PAUSE feature. Always forgetting something to throw in last minute.

-Not bad 8kg. Can shove in bedspread or curtain and get hubby to hang dry. And if

machine turns out to be lousy, can shove hubby inside then will personally hang hubby to dry.

So we got the LG.

I told my wife if we got visitors to impress in the kitchen, start vacuuming.

Our vacuum cleaner is a red MIELE.

You made a wise decision man. No point to repair an old age electronic product, really not making any economic sense.

The DD motor really sing to me. Really queit even at top spin speed.

LOL LOL!!! cromodora, the way you wrote on the views thru your wifey's eyes really brigthen up my day.

Btw, are you sure your wife manage to hang you dry when she need your help to hang the bedspread/curtain dry? Hahaha... just kidding.