The modern world is full of various appliances to facilitate the household. One of the most important parts of the house is the washing machine. With its help, the hostess spends a minimum of time on washing – only for laying dirty laundry and entertainment, while the most time-consuming process is performed by this miracle machine. In order for the equipment to sufficiently perform the necessary tasks, it is important to understand how to correctly choose a washing machine according to parameters and functions before buying.
So, how to choose a suitable washing machine. Some will ask, how can this washing machine be inappropriate? Everything is very simple, you may not find a suitable place for it in the house, or it will lack useful functions, as a result of which you will have to touch up some things manually. To avoid this, you should take into account many factors, which we will talk about below.
Place of installation
In most cases, people prefer to just buy a washing machine without thinking about where to place it in the house. However, in practice, it is still better to first choose a suitable place for the new equipment, and only after that to look for a model that fits the selected dimensions. If earlier the washing machine could be installed only in the bathroom, as it was necessary to be close to the water tank, now there are no such restrictions. For these purposes, you can choose any place: bathroom, hallway, pantry, kitchen, etc. At the same time, to connect the machine, it is enough to perform simple work on connecting communications.
So, choose a free space in your apartment for the car and measure its dimensions. It is advisable to choose several installation locations just in case, so that you have a wider choice. When placing the machine, you should know that there are models with vertical and side loading, in other words, the hatch can open either from above or from the front. Take this into account, otherwise the door will hit the furniture nearby or not open at all. Based on the measurements, determine which washing machines are suitable and which one is better to take among them. When taking measurements, do not forget to take into account the parameters of the door opening, so that you can easily bring the washing machine into the right room.
Manufacturers
There is a huge number of various manufacturers of washing machines. Some of them are universal, while others specialize in a narrow profile. Among all these companies, it is difficult to select which brand of washing machine to choose, as they all have pros and cons. All the more, remember that a branded model does not mean high-quality. When deciding which form of washing machine to choose, you should take into account such a point as the availability of a service center in your city or the nearest city. You can, of course, buy a very expensive machine of the most famous model, but if it breaks down and there is no specialist in your city who can carry out repairs and replace consumables, then the money for the purchase will simply be wasted.
Dimensions and loading
There is a certain size range of washing machines, according to which this equipment is divided into narrow, small-sized and full models.
- Narrow cars include models with a height of 80 cm, a width of 60 cm, a depth of up to 45 cm and a load of no more than 4.5 kg.
- The following parameters correspond to the small ones: height 80 cm, width 60 cm, depth up to 35 cm and loading up to 3.5 kg.
- Full-fledged: 80 cm, 60 cm, 50 cm and 5.5 kg, respectively.
According to this parameter, washing machines differ in the depth and possible weight of the loaded laundry. Consider this when making your choice.
Classes
Washing machines, like other appliances, are divided into classes from A to G, which determine the parameters of energy saving and reliability of the main functions (washing, spinning and drying). At the same time, a low class does not mean bad quality, and you can choose a reliable washing machine among them. Basically, such a distribution affects the price more, so class A includes the most expensive models.
Functions
As a rule, modern washing machines are equipped with touch-sensitive or push-button control panels, but there are also mechanical options with rotary handles. All washing machines have functions such as washing and spinning, but there are also some other options, but more on that in more detail. In principle, having compiled a list of necessary functions, you will be able to answer the question of which automatic washing machine to choose.
- Washing. There are several modes of this function: normal, delicate and fast washing. In addition, some models can provide the ability to wash cotton, wool, colored fabrics or synthetics. There are also options when the temperature of one or another mode and the spin speed are adjusted automatically, and when the user needs to do it manually.
- Push-ups The multi-stage spin mode is most often presented in the models. Push-ups are distinguished by low (400-600 rpm), medium (800-1200 rpm) and high (over 1200 rpm) speeds. For washing household items, a medium mode is quite sufficient. High-speed models are already used for more serious needs, so it is not always advisable to spend money on them.
- Drying Some automatic machines are equipped with such a function as drying. However, housewives use it extremely rarely. The fact is that in the spin mode, things are almost completely free of moisture, and wet clothes are much easier to iron than completely dry ones. Also, this option is not always effective and often over- or under-drying the laundry.
In addition to the main ones, there are also additional functions that are mainly aimed at safety or improving the quality of washing. You can find the following options:
- a protective system that, upon detecting a breakdown or leakage, turns off the water supply,
- the start timer according to the schedule, which allows you to start the washing machine at any convenient time,
- pre-soaking of things, keeping clothes in water for some time before washing,
- antibacterial protection,
- multiple rinses,
- preliminary small washing, to remove particularly caustic dirt,
- etc.
These options are somewhat useful, so when choosing between two models, you should pay attention to the one with more additional functions.
Result
Analyzing all of the above, we can say that in choosing the right washing machine, it is better to focus primarily on your own requests. Buyers often go for a popular brand, overpaying huge amounts of money for it, although there are cheaper models on the market, albeit with a less well-known name. In this regard, before buying, you should objectively evaluate the available products and compare them with your needs and financial capabilities. And finally. You need to find household appliances, including washing machines, in specialized stores. At the same time, do not be afraid to demand a quality certificate, a guarantee, and, of course, find out about the nearest service centers. Happy shopping!