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Longer & Hotter cycles Steam cycles generally benefit wash performance by increasing water temp with an on-board heater. Time to heat the wash water to target temp also increases cycle time allowing enzyme detergents to break down soils more completely. My LG and Samsung washers use a shorter...

Same experience I've still got half a jug of the stuff because of the suds. I like the scent (almost like citronella/eucalyptus), but suds' too much for the front loader during spin. Cleaning ability seems to be on par with Purex w/ enzymes but not as good as Tide or Persil. Overall a decent...

RevvinKevin, Here is the description of the "Steam Clean" option of the top load Whirlpool Cabrio WTW8500DW. My MIL has the Kenmore version. STEAM CLEAN The Steam Clean option adds additional soak and wash time to many cycles to help remove tough stains, as well as a steam boost for added...

Steam Steam moniker generally refers to a heating element to boost/maintain water temp. Not an actual steam injection system.

Thought you all would get a laugh out of this http://https//youtu.be/pM6wanZOLtk

Surge protector OP says they have had it plugged into a surge protector.

Spin Dryer Thomas Not to hi-jack this thread, but what model is this "big-ass" spin dryer? I checked the Laundry Alternative website and found a 22-lb spin dryer. Is this the one? With all of this talk about spin dryers/centrifuges I am now thinking about getting one. Lol BTW, I have the...

How large? How large would said machine be? Full size or compact? If compact, I think there would be too much competition with compact and ultra compact twin tubs. No spin dryer would be a deal breaker for me. If offered in full capacity then one would also need to consider the purchase price...

I used it on a load of dog bedding in a TL whirlpool cabrio w/ extra rinse, and a load of workout clothes in the samsung front load, sanitize cycle w/ extra rinse. I've got some work shirts to wash tonight and will use the casual cycle with no extra rinse. Feeling like a lab scientist...

Has anyone noticed that Gain laundry detergent now carries the "HE Turbo" logo? In the past the scent of Gain would give me a headache and sometimes make me nauseous, but my mother gave me a bottle of it over the weekend and I decided to give it a try. This new formulation rinses out very well...

DADoES Thanks! I remember seeing someone posting a serial number decoder but could not find it. This machine is as old as me... As much as I love my font loaders, I don't think they will last over 25 years. Things really aren't built like they used to.

I did notice the stepped spin. Very neat! I didn't realize it was a feature reserved for the higher end machines.

spin speed Something I am noticing is clothes are not as wet and heavy after spinning compared to my '08 kemore DD. Is it possible that this machine spins faster than a newer whirlpool DD?

This was a craigslist find. Paid $50 and cleaned it up. Also replaced the agitator dogs. I love the turquoise agitator! I have it temporarily installed in place of my Kenmore FL until I can figure out what to do with it. Takes me back to my childhood. On laundry day my grandmother would let me...

askolover I'd stay clear of any GM cars. EVERY single GM vehicle I have owned has been a nightmare. '99 Sunfire - Electrical issues from day 1. Would burn through headlight bulbs like crazy. Engine replaced at 80k due to bent rod despite religious oil changes. Never low on oil. 04 Grand prix...