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I don't need to clean the filter unless there is a problem. It's not a lint filter.
I replaced an old top loader with the front loader to save water and while it might be "modern", it's far from junky.
You should tell Bosch that https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-647920-00647920-Drain-Filter/dp/B01HRDQLDMI don't need to clean the filter unless there is a problem. It's not a lint filter.
Yes, because that is exactly what OP is referring to. You freaking genius.
Lol selective quoting? I wasn't quoting the OP anyway.
Nevermind the fact a front loader is much gentler on clothes so you won't have much lint if any at all. OP bought a secondhand appliance. OP should buy a new Bosch and then reassess. Right now he is looking for a problem he most probably inherited.
Yes, anytime I need to buy a new appliance, I make sure to pop into my nearest 'yester year's appliances' to buy those old ones that were built to last....
Those old flat irons that you had to heat up on the fire were also way superior and lasted forever.Yes, anytime I need to buy a new appliance, I make sure to pop into my nearest 'yester year's appliances' to buy those old ones that were built to last....
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I’ll admit I’m no washing machine enigneer, but last time I opened mine up I’m pretty sure the only direction water was going from the pump was out. I have never heard the pump turn on besides for when it’s draining water and it certainly does not pump the water back to the top of the maching where fresh water enters. Why does the water need to be be circulated anyways when the drum circulates the clothes through the water?
you are right, I had rented a fully furnished flat and when I was moving out the owner offered to sell the stuff in the flat so that he can rent it out unfurnished, I literally didn't have anything at that time so I was happy to buy.
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My Samsung front loader from Makro is now 12 years old...I dont give a toss about the machine..just gets a wipe down and thats it......open the door...throw the clothes in add the powder and off it goes....Same with all the dog blankets and my winter blankets...the only toss thing is when the power goes on and off you have to reset it...no memory...
My samsung top loader only now an issue. But also about 10 years old at least. So no issues.
Here's the thing: literally every single "modern" front loader is designed in a very similar manner to the ones of olde. They may come in a range of silver colours today, and it's fashionable to have oversize doors, a few more blinking lights, and a really cheap silly tune that plays when its finished
but basically they are all designed in exactly the same way as the ones from 35 years ago. Oh yes, and instead of an 800 RPM spin cycle, it's now 1200 RPM. Whoopee doo. The detergent, softener and bleach dispensers are also in exactly the same place. Who today uses bleach in their washing? That's a thing from waaay back when. And the fliters are all on the bottom RHS. Some very minor improvements, like LG's direct drive motor, but other than that, they are all the same.
No doubt supplied by big pharma after being subjected to a full RCT trial? What are those tablets "supposed" to do other than make the supplier rich?
It's important. A cupful of Finish / Supabrite dishwasher granules at 90 degrees every 2-3 months does it for me. Along with scraping and cleaning the crud from the dispenser drawer, especially the "softener".
In areas where the water has a high lime content, the only thing we have ever done is to add some tartaric acid to the above suggestion and run the machine for a water-only wash and rinse. the dispenser draw is simple to remove and clean regularly. and the door of the machine is never closed when the machine is not in use.
