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Energy Saving Hi Folks, A cold water detergent that really works has the potential to save huge amounts of energy worldwide. Heating the wash water consumes the majority of the energy required to do laundry. All the best. Hugh

Dirt can’t hide from Intensified Tide Hi Scott, I am not surprised that Tide performs best, in the UK P&G's premier detergent is Ariel and it is number one at cleaning according to our consumer magazine Which Magazine, and I totally agree. P&G used to market Tide in the UK but sadly it has not...

Hi Corey, I hope you enjoy your new school, I am sure you will settle in quickly. All the best. Hugh

Spinning with the lid open Hi Darren, I removed the brake assembly on the spin clutch and operated the rocker switch inside the rear cover that is normally engaged by closing the lid; I would not recommend this as there is a serious risk of electrocution operating any machine with the rear...

Hi Jon, According to Hotpoint UK production ceased in 1998; I know this because I placed an order for an electronic 1050 De Luxe Top Loader in June of that year, the retailer Hanna & Brown was unable to supply the machine as it had to be ordered directly from Hotpoint. I received a letter from...

Hi Darren, The 3100 RPM Spin is very quiet as it is powered by an Induction Motor instead of the more common and much noisier carbon brush motor. I have had my one spinning with the lid open; the drum is turning so fast all you can see is a blur. The automatic deep rinsing uses a circle of water...

Hotpoint Supermatic Twin Tub Hi Darren, Congratulations on your Hotpoint Twin Tub, they are great washers and interestingly they were the fastest spinning washers ever sold in the UK at 3100 RPM spin speed, they will extract water from loads spun in the fastest of front loaders. The Spiraclean...

Hi Jeff, Wow that looks like a fun machine; it even works in the same way as a conventional waste disposal. I had no idea anything like that existed, thanks for sharing. All the best. Hugh

Hi Robert, Fargo sure looks like a lovely place to live. As always thanks for sharing those great pictures. Take care and happy hunting in Canada. All the best. Hugh

Hi Folks, The Associated Press has released an online tool for viewing satellite images of the situation in New Orleans. Users can zoom in on specific neighborhoods and streets, and view the destruction caused by hurricane Katrina and the subsequent flooding throughout the city. The...

Liquid Chlorine Bleach Hi Michael, The sour smell you refer to is caused by bacteria on the laundry. Have you tried adding liquid Chlorine Bleach to the wash? Do you use Fabric Softeners? These can cause a greasy slime like build up to form inside the washer this provides a perfect environment...

Hi Robert, Take care and have a good trip. Happy Appliance hunting. All the best. Hugh

Hi Folks, I have just read this article on BetaNews. In the wake of hurricane Katrina, several online scams have begun to circulate the Internet, according to several security firms. Sophos warned users on Thursday not to open a malware-Infected e-mail posing as news on the disaster. Possible...

Hi Bob, That’s fantastic news; it’s great to know that fellow members are alive and safe. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this natural disaster. Take care. All the best. Hugh

Hi Folks, Some good news for the Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief Efforts: SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 1, 2005 - Intel Corporation's philanthropic arm, the Intel Foundation, announced today that it will make a $1 million donation to the American Red Cross in support of Hurricane Katrina disaster...

Hi Robert, Thanks for the great shots of the GE Transmission internals, #3 looks to be in great condition. Does the snubber ring use a friction material? I hope you have a safe and enjoyable trip, happy appliance hunting. Take care. All the best. Hugh

Congratulations Hi Shannon, Congratulations on finding your first job, it will be a valuable experience for you. Your first job is very special and you will remember it in years to come. I hope everything goes well for you. All the best. Hugh

Hi Robert, I am glad the Snubber Pawl is fine it’s looking good for a successful rebuild. Great pictures thank you; I am looking forward to seeing the transmission internals and learning about the Drive Spring. Good luck. All the best. Hugh

Adobe Photoshop CS2 Hi Corey, I have Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 which includes Photoshop CS2 V9.0, Adobe Go Live CS2 V8.0, Adobe Illustrator CS2 V12, Adobe Acrobat 7.0 Professional, Adobe Version Cue CS2 file manager and Adobe Bridge. I love Adobe Software and Photoshop in particular is my...

Hi Folks, To all our dear friends in the USA facing the dangers of Hurricane Katrina or any extreme weather; please take great care, homes and possessions can and will be replaced human life cannot. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. All the best. Hugh