Electrolux washers

[cleanteamofny]

I still have the Kenmore's, they are hooked up in the garage area.
The washer is used for car rags and soaking if needed.

As for the Electrolux IQ, I had it for a short period and the machine performed very well.
I've upgraded to the Wave Touch for higher water level during the wash like in gemini80204's YouTube video.
My Wave Touch still fills like the IQ and the only way to get that water level as posted is to add it myself through the detergent draw.
(When I re-looked at his video) The water should not stay on that long, it will fill in increments until water level is satified.
I think he added water and the machine did not regulate.

How do I know?

Because the machine fills in two areas from the rear of the tub then to the front depending on which cycle being used.

To tell you the truth, by adding water will help the load but one must be careful that all that splashing causes suds that's too thick with certain detergent(s).
When the normal water level is used with more detergent, suds are kept to a minimum.

 

[georgect]

That Explaines It.

Thanks for the explanation on Gemini80204's water level.

I guess it was too good be true that an HE washer would use that much water...shucks.

Larry, what is with the two fill areas in the rear and one in front? Could you explain that and why would it do that for different cycles? What's the advantage?

 

[cleanteamofny]

George,

The first thing the washer does is drain the sump area, any water lingering will be flushed down the drain.
Then the machine will pause and the filling will start flushing the detergent to the rear of the machine,
then after a couple of reverse tumbles, the front will spray down the door area and then back to the rear until the water level is satisfied.
It will depend on load size for this to happen.

 

[georgect]

Larry...Whites

Thanks for the video of the Whites cycle.

 

[cleanteamofny]

The pursose of this video is how much deterent should be used.
Someone on THS posed a question should she see suds?
And I did used Baking Soda and STTP in that cycle.

http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/laundry/msg0919290511209.html?8

 

[supremewhirlpol]

Thanks Larry (CleanteamofNY) for guiding the lost(Me). Your Wave Touch machine looks big and shiny next to your Kenmore dryer. I hope you get many years out of it repair-free.

 

[askomiele]

Why did you use baking soda?

What does it do in the washing cycle... btw has some EU-members an idea where you can find STTP on this side of the big blue ocean?

 

[launderess]

Many European Laundry Detergents Are Loaded With Phosphates

But other than that cannot think of an off the shelf option, or even a chemical supplier selling bulk.

Have more than surplus to requirements in my larder, and would be more than happy to send some along. However not sure of how US and EU customs feel about white powder! *LOL*

 

[hoaglanddiver]

electrolux - tub clean?

Does anyone know if the new electrolux washers have a "tub clean" feature? this would be a feature that some mfgs have incorporated which fills tub a little higher than normal w/ perhaps hotter water so that it can clean the "scum" off the outer tub and prevent mildew/mold/bad smells.
Thx for any info.. Oh, if anyone has any review info on some of the newer electrolux washers I'd def be interested. thx.
Lee
p.s. currently running an LG WM0642HW and loving it. remodeling home and need to have additional washers (not replacing LG)

 

[cleanteamofny]

Yes, there is a tub clean on both IQ and Wave Touch.
On the IQ it can be manually set but the Wave Touch, the Electronics will tell you when to clean.

 

[mark_wpduet]

Cleanteam

I looked at your videos on youtube but I don't see the final rinse video, I thought you had mentioned you made one. I saw Gemini's final rinse vid where the water was pretty deep.

Thanks

 

[hoaglanddiver]

what's the diff between the IQ and the wave touch?

 

[georgect]

Differences Are...

IQ-Touch has all option selector buttons laid out individually and a separate count down window for time remaining.
Wave-Touch has a multifunction screen that shows all your options, those options have a button directly underneath them and also displays with images what the washer is doing as well as time remaining.

IQ-Touch you can make one "My Favorite" cycle.
With the Wave-Touch you can create three "My Favorite" cycles.


IQ-Touch maximum spin speed is 1200 RPM.
Wave-Touch maximum spin speed is 1350.

 

[hoaglanddiver]

Thx for that info on IQ vs Wave-touch.
Does anyone out there know how these do on non-cement floor regarding vibration during spin? I curr have LG wm0642hw which I love. I've used in basement on cement floor for years.. Recently moved upstairs and it's jumping all around like a cat on a hot tin roof (yes, it's level).

 

[georgect]

Regarding Vibration...

They are supposed to be forgiving on flooring that is not as solid as cement basement slab.

From what I've read (I don't know this as fact), there are gel packs near the weights around the washer drum that counteract vibration by shaking in the opposite direction.

You could always reinforce your flooring with a large piece of plywood securely fastened to floor joists.

 

[maven1975]

Electrolux EWFLW65HIW Vs. Samsung WF419AAW - Wave or IQ?

Hello,

I am trying to decide between the Electrolux EWFLW65HIW and the Samsung WF419AAW. The price would be the same for me, and I realize that the Electrolux does not have steam. I will be purchasing their respective matching dryers as well. (Electrolux EWED65HIW - Samsung DV419AEW)

Larry,

After viewing this post, is it still worth the cash to go with the Wave over the IQ controls?

"As for the Electrolux IQ, I had it for a short period and the machine performed very well.
I've upgraded to the Wave Touch for higher water level during the wash like in gemini80204's YouTube video.
My Wave Touch still fills like the IQ and the only way to get that water level as posted is to add it myself through the detergent draw.
(When I re-looked at his video) The water should not stay on that long, it will fill in increments until water level is satified.
I think he added water and the machine did not regulate. "

I appreciate and comments or suggestions.

Thanks in advance!

 

[cleanteamofny]

Maven,

The Wave touch is the way to go because of cycle flexibility.
Both machine performed well and cleaning is outstanding compairng it to my toploader.
Launderess explained the purpose os steam for the wash as noted above,
but it is a feature that's a bonus and not a must if you're using the right detergents and proper cycles.
Keep in mind that the cycles ranges from 18 minuets (The truth about 25/27minuets because of the balancing act) to 2 hours,
it is how you modify the cycles for your laundry.

Keep us posted on which washer you've purchased on this thread.

A note to the wise.
If you are installing any front loader with pedistals. (It does not matter what brand!)
Do not allow delivery guys take shipping bolts out until the pedistals are completely mounted on the machine and 5 feets from final resting place.
Yell at them not to do it and tip them good!

 

[cleanteamofny]

Mark, when I have a little free time, I will make a rinse video.
I'm coming close to doing 50 loads and the System Clean Announcement is soon to arrive.
Vid's to follow.

 

[cleanteamofny]

It arrived two weeks ago and had to reschedule for another time since I've put detergent in the draw and I had to cancel.
The next bout should be within the next three loads!

 

[cleanteamofny]

Any day now, any day.........