Need new washer

Old 11-19-2010, 03:57 PM
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Replaced the Maytag washer and dryer with the Whirlpool waher, Duet model. Maytag developed a leak that, cost almost as new washer. I am happy with Whirlpool. Cleans good.
It is better to us the HD detergent in front loaders, it is designed to used less per load.
To keep the mold from getting into washer leave the door open.
I purchase appliances from local appliance store, owner told me that Maytag is not the same product is used to be.
Also, local store service is the best. Local store has trained tech when help is need.
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Old 11-19-2010, 03:59 PM
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When I lived at my other house I had a Maytag top loader that my husband picked out when I was working full time. That thing tied socks, bras, panties in knots. My husband used to hang the stuff on the line knots and all. It ruined my underwear faster than I could buy it. I then told my husband I would do my own laundry, thinking it was something he was doing; still tied it in knots for me too. Now I have a Kenmore that I bought when I moved here 12 years ago. My DIL's brother is a washer repairman and replaced the pump once, and another part; told me not to buy another washer till he told me to. He doesn't recommend the front loaders because they have a lot of electronic problems, and gasket problems. And the Sears repairman that was here 2 weeks ago for my refrigerator said the same thing. He also said to never get a new appliance without getting an extended warranty. He says the new appliances, any kind, just don't hold up anymore.
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Old 11-19-2010, 04:04 PM
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I have the maytag neptune and it is a top loader. love it....front loaders also do not let you open it up after locking so youcan pop in that shirt that the pup just ran down the hall with. lol
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Old 11-19-2010, 04:11 PM
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[quote=great aunt jacqui]I have the maytag neptune and it is a top loader. love it....front loaders also do not let you open it up after locking so youcan pop in that shirt that the pup just ran down the hall with. lol[/quote
Just have to add that my Maytag front loader will let you add items but not too far into the cycle. It will open in just a few seconds, not two minutes as someone else said about her machine. I'm sure they all have different settings, kind of like us! LOL!
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Old 11-19-2010, 04:17 PM
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Been in my new home 3 years now and got a top loader Maytag. Now since I am starting to quilt again I was regreting not buying a front loader. But...now I feel better with my decision after reading all of the negatives about the front loader machines! :-P Just wanted to say...
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Old 11-19-2010, 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by grann of 6
He also said to never get a new appliance without getting an extended warranty. He says the new appliances, any kind, just don't hold up anymore.
I'm finding that to be so true and it's really sad. I remember growing up and we had the same appliances for 20 years easily. Nothing is made like it used to be. Is it by design to keep us buying, poor workmanship, bad parts? Don't know but my mother would have thought I was crazy to replace an appliance that was only 3-5 years old.
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Old 11-20-2010, 05:22 PM
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I have had Three MayTag Top Loader Wouldn't buy Anything else..
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Old 11-20-2010, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by sewbigd2858
I Bought a Whirlpool Cabrio . It will wash 14 pairs of jeans. I loved but did cost about 1000.00 It wash my king size quilt.
We just bought the Cabrio set as well! I love it!! It is a top load which I guess I liked more becaue it is what I am used to. But I have had no problems and it will wash nice big loads!!! I have recommended it numerous times!!!
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Old 11-20-2010, 06:27 PM
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Love my work horse Sears Kenmore about 25 years old but works like a charm.
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Old 11-20-2010, 08:01 PM
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We have an LG front load washer (and matching steam dryer) and love them! My old front-load walked all over the floor, no matter how much we tried to balance it!
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