spinning in control (General Comments / Advice)

Member Name: anwar7

Product:	General Comments / Advice
Date:	20/01/05 (585 review reads)
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Advantages: might save you dosh!

Disadvantages: none

Whilst I am waiting for Dooyoo to add my new washing machine to the database, I thought I would share with you my tips of things to consider before committing yourself to a new machine. I hope the review will be useful!

1. So you are in the market for a new washing machine! This is a major purchase so you will want to make sure you get the model that is right for you. Before buying spend time looking at what others have to say on sites like this one and ciao.
2. Make a list of the features you will really need. It is too easy to be persuaded by an enthusiastic salesperson to buy a machine with lots of great features and programmes you will never use. I decided I wanted a machine that included a hand wash and wool programme. These were the 2 programmes I was not prepared to compromise on.
3. Check how much the machine will cost to run. Washing machines are given a grade from A-E with A being the best for both energy and water efficiency and wash performance. I can’t imagine who buys those grade E models!
4. Decide what spin speed you need. I think it is really useful to have a machine with both fast and slower spin speeds. Slow spin speeds are essential for delicate fabrics whilst faster spin speeds get rid of more water and allow your clothes to dry more quickly.
5. Wash times can vary enormously between different models and this is worth checking. There are machines available with quick wash and economy programmes.
6. Most complaints I hear about are concerning customer service and most importantly after care. If your machine goes wrong you will want the manufacturer to sort it out quickly and efficiently. The quality of customer service is for me really important. The only way you can have any idea of what this will be like is to read reviews .I also phoned the manufactures help line prior to purchase. This may give you some idea of what to expect!
7. Check the dimensions of your planned purchase! This is pretty obvious really but worth mentioning. Although most washing machines are a standard size we have slightly lower worktops than standard and so getting a washing machine to fit under the worktop can be a bit tricky!
8. Noise levels are also given a rating. My old machine sounded like a jet whenever it went into a spin, this time I checked that my chosen model would spin quietly!
9. Finally when you have found the machine you want to buy spend time price checking. I not only use sites like pricerunner and kelkoo but also look on the high street. Many retailers will price match now so if you like a particular retailers after sales record but they are more expensive-negotiate! It often works, as many are desperate for business.

I am really pleased with my new machine and will review it in full as soon as Dooyoo adds it to the database !.

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