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- Common uses: Automatically washes clothes
- Price range: $40 to over $3,000
- Washing machine types: Top or front loading
- 95% of U.S. washing machines top loading
- Do not wash dry clean only items in the machine
- Do not use hot water on brightly colored clothing
- Wash like colors together
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A washing machine is a common household appliance that automatically washes laundry. It can be either top loading or front loading.
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History
In ancient times people would wash their clothing by beating them on rocks in the river. Later on the washboard was invented. Over time people found many different techniques of beating the clothing to remove the dirt. The first U.S. washing machine patent was in 1797. The first electric washing machine on market in 1906. -
Buying Guide
Front loading machines are more energy efficient and do a better job of washing and spinning out the moisture from laundry. Their downfall is the cost; they are more expensive than top loading machines.As for noise level, top loading machines make sound throughout the wash cycle but front loading machines have a lot of vibration and during the spin cycle. Some washing machines provide an on or off for the end of the wash cycle alarm, this can be a nice feature to have if you do a load overnight.
Most machines come with a lot of features including automatic dispensers for bleach and fabric softener, automatic temperature control, and a variety of wash cycles.
Always check warranty information and energy efficiency, this will save you money in the long run. Look for the energy star logo.
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Washing Machine on Amazon
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Silent Feet - Vibration Isolating Feet for Home Appliances - $39.95
Silent Feet are the most advanced and effective appliance pad available. Using cutting edge space-age technology they absorb vibrations caused by appliances and limit vibration tra...Amazon
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Haier HLP23E Electronic 1-1/2-Cubic-Foot Touch Pulsator Top-Loading Portable Washing Machine - $259.99
11lb Pulsator Washing Machine Features 1.46 cu ft polypropylene tub, electronic control with LED display, 4 wash cycles, 4 water level settings, delay start, automatic *Power Off* ...Amazon
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All Small & Mighty, Triple Concentrated Liquid Laundry Detergent, Free Clear for High Efficiency/Front-Loading Washing Machines, Case Pack, Nine 32-Load Bottles (288-Loads) - $58.49
Introducing All small & mighty, the breakthrough laundry detergent that is 3x concentrated, so you get a full load clean with just one-third the amount. Plus you get allergen fig...Amazon
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Washing Machine Questions
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Still amused at our 'new' washing machine - how does it know how much water to use? ah life's little mysteries... 1 AnswerWell that is how simply amazing technology is, there are lots of Custom Machines that are very helpful and how they works is because of science and technology read more -
which washingmachine is better front load or top load? 2 AnswersEveryone else pretty much covered it. I can only see a few benefits top loaders may have over front loaders. The main benefit is price top loaders are signifi... read more -
Is it just me or does techno sound like a washing machine in a spin cycle? 9 AnswersI'm not so sure about sounding like a washing machine... I think it's more like a 'clucking' sound. ... read more
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washing machine repair company just called, repair guy is behind on 1st call of the day. Going to be late
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wow, 45+ minute phone interview w/HR woman from a local tech firm. We were BOTH waiting for washing machine repair service
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Murphys law-when you so wanna wash clothes, neither the climate or the washing machine ll come to your help. Damn!
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My card is in the washing machine. My card is IN the washing machine. #fucksake
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