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  1. Marky_Mark

    For you GE dishwasher fans

    The listing says: This GE classic 2800 dish washer came with the house we purchaesed and was in the basement for many years in its original box. Its beautiful never used clean - but it is 30 yrs old? So i hooked it up on the proche with water line going outside etc (a real pain) and seems to...
  2. Marky_Mark

    For you GE dishwasher fans

    A brand new 2800 for just $50.  Amazing.  
  3. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    It sounds like the electronic Catalyst machines have good programming that should avoid the fabric damage that could perhaps occur with fast agitation with low water levels, especially if someone inadvertently ended up washing a full load with the machine set to fast agitation on the lowest...
  4. Marky_Mark

    General Electric GSD1200

    Wow.  Guys!   I will try doing the peanut butter test in my GE 2800 with the bottom rack spray completely blocked from reaching the top rack.  As well as taking "before" and "after" photos, I'll also try to record the washing action with my GoPro.     It'll be a couple of weeks till I can do...
  5. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    The machine in this video looked fully loaded to me but not really overloaded. Rollover was fine for the first 4 minutes during high-speed agitation. But once it changed to medium agitation, rollover appeared to stop completely. I’ve noticed in a few videos that DDs seem to be very...
  6. Marky_Mark

    1974 Kenmore “Green Beast” Rebuild

    Great news!  I remember when you first posted about this machine a year ago.  Good to see the result.     Looking forward to seeing videos.
  7. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    Glenn, your table that you've posted in other threads over the years has been extremely useful.  Thank you!
  8. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    Yes it was wise of Whirlpool to prevent fast agitation on lower water levels.     What do you guys think about washing clothes on the Normal cycle on the higher water levels?  Are you ok with the machine starting out on fast agitation before stepping down to medium?   Matt, do you normally...
  9. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    Hi Matt.  Thanks for your reply.  It was actually your thread and videos about your new WP Catalyst that inspired me to want one myself!   I like the flexibility of the knob-controlled version but it's a shame it doesn't have the Catalyst.     What do you think about the fast agitation?  Do...
  10. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    Next up, we have this example, this time without the electronics but also without the Catalyst.   I like how this machine allows you to do fast agitation with low water levels (I can give my kitchen cloths a good thrashing) and also allows clothes to be washed on a long cycle (if desired) but...
  11. Marky_Mark

    WP/KM Direct Drive Catalyst

    Hi guys   I'd like to add a DD washer to my small collection.  Could I please ask for your thoughts, opinions and advice on the following:   First, this set is available.  I really like the idea of the Catalyst but I know the electronic control is trouble prone.  Electromechanical timer...
  12. Marky_Mark

    The new EU energy label for dryers - coming mid 2025

    Around 85% of American homes have a washer and 80% have a dryer.  The rest are using shared/public laundry facilities. Around 97% of British homes have a washer and 65% have a dryer.   So anytime you see a washer in the US, there will almost certainly be a dryer there too.  It's an "all or...
  13. Marky_Mark

    The new EU energy label for dryers - coming mid 2025

    Here is the Which? test of heat pump, condenser, electric-vented and gas-vented dryers 10 years ago.     Note that the British-made White Knight gas dryer gets the highest score and also the lowest running costs over 5 years (including purchase price and gas installation costs).     The...
  14. Marky_Mark

    Have Increasing Energy Prices Caused Change in Your Laundry Routine

    Meanwhile, in Southern California... In Palm Springs, our gas and electric rates are tiered.  But we do have the option of switching the electricity to time-of-use.   Gas starts out at $0.05/kWh and then increases by 2 cents to $0.07/kWh. Electricity starts out at $0.35/kWh and then goes up...
  15. Marky_Mark

    Recycling Scam

    I have noticed that I’m being charged the deposit when I buy bottled drinks in Dublin. I have zero intention of taking my used bottles/cans to a location that gives me the deposit back. I don’t use enough to make it worthwhile. Mark
  16. Marky_Mark

    Whirlpool DD Oil Leak

    Hi John Thanks so much for that. I’ll pass this info on to him. He might want to take this opportunity to replace the machine but it’s always good to have options and to know what you’re dealing with! Thanks again Mark
  17. Marky_Mark

    Whirlpool DD Oil Leak

    Hi guys I have a friend whose Whirlpool direct drive laundry center appears to have leaked oil onto the floor. I think the machine has been working fine and the oil was only noticed when the machine happened to be moved out of its normal position. Is it normal for DDs to leak some oil over...
  18. Marky_Mark

    Radon

    Interesting.  I'd never really given much thought to radon, being that I'm from an area that doesn't have a problem with it.   So I've just watched this video from the UK government:  
  19. Marky_Mark

    Point Voyager versus Clean Water Wash

    Hi guys.  Thanks for all the replies.   John, thanks for explaining that.  I will buy an early Point Voyager model and put it through its paces.  It's fun to try different models and see what they're like.   It wouldn't surprise me if the YouTube guy in reply #24 is having those problems due...
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