I bought a Frigemore

[washabear]

Sears had this Kenmore front loader on sale for $480, so I decided to give it a try. So far, I like it. It has simple controls and only a few cycle choices, but those are about all I would use anyway. Compared with the larger Frigidaire I had previously, this one seems to use more water and doesn’t have the same spin hesitation problem. Plus, I think it’s cute. Longevity might be a question mark, but for the price, I was willing to take a chance.

Here’s a picture; I apologize for the quality, but it was all I could do. This is probably nothing most of you haven’t seen before, but I thought I’d share anyway.

Thanks.

 

[rpm]

Good deal

The more I keep seeing this washer the more I want one.
The ones with the touch controls seem to have tons of cycles that all seem the same.
Is there really a difference between delicate,extra delicate and hand wash?
And what is a sports cycle?
The only thing that keeps me at bay is the size.
Can you wash a queen size comforter or a sleeping bag?

 

[passatdoc]

I have the 2140 and the cycle selector is a mechanical knob (well, electromechanical, but you still turn a knob). The options like Extra Rinse or Spin Speed are button activated. My machine is 26 months old and so far no problems whatsoever. You can wash a king size comforter, but 2140 has a larger capacity, 3.5 cu ft.

I am not at home at the moment and don't have my owner's manual for reference, but Sport is intended for small loads of synthetic workout clothes (e.g. Lycra). I don't know exactly the length of the washes and rinses for Sport cycle, and I think it mainly uses cold water.

Delicate and Handwash vary in terms of number of revolutions (agitations) per minute. Using Handwash, it seems as if the clothes just soak in the water and suds with maybe one revolution per minute. The agitations are more frequent with Delicate. Hot water temps are locked out of both cycles. I believe both Handwash and Delicate will work with Warm or Cold water settings. These cycles obviously have slower final spin speeds than Heavy or Normal cycles.

 

[rpm]

I kinda thought the sports cycle was for big bulky things like hockey pants or knee pads or things with alot of padding.
Something that was really bulky,smelly and needed a high spin speed.

 

[frigilux]

You won't regret your purchase! I owned a '96 Frigidaire front-control, which continues to service two apartments. I bought the rear-control version when I bought my house in 2002 and haven't had a problem with it.

It isn't as water-efficient as the newest LG's and Duet/Hetties, but it also does a load of wash on the longest cycle in under an hour and, as you mentioned, it doesn't take an act of congress to nudge it into the spin cycle. There is also no dumbing down of the hot water temperature.

Many carefree loads to you!

 

[washabear]

Thanks for your replies. I have noticed that many people have had good experiences with these machines. I hope to as well.

I’m not sure about a comforter; I guess it would depend on how bulky it is. I haven’t tried anything like that yet. I did wash a full-size comforter in the larger Frigidaire, and it did OK. This machine is a bit smaller, though.

 

[laundromat]

I had one two years and the main tub berrings went out on it.A $795 repair!!!Sears warranty had expired.

 

[tuthill]

Excellent Washer BUT

We all know what's wrong with them, but I still think they are a great little washer. We used to have one, and it cleans well, and doesn't take too long for a cycle. And in my humble opinion, the BEST LOOKING FRONT LOADER EVER MADE!

 

[tomturbomatic]

Congratulations. Maybe they have improved the bearing seal and you will more than a few years of service. Keep the door open to let her dry out when not in use and her breath should stay sweet. That might let moisture around the bearing seal dry out too. Have fun. Tom

 

[pulsator]

I have always had a weakness for simplicity when it comes to appliances, I have to try very hard to resist the urge to buy the BOL model of these Frigemore washers! Regular or delicate, a temperature knob, end of cycle signal selector and an extra rinse switch, I could do without the buzzer and the delicate cycle, but I think it's pretty simplistic! These machines have become an icon!

 

[golittlesport]

Good luck! I bought one eight years ago that is still going strong with no repairs.

 

[toggleswitch]

I just adore mine too!

Works great!

I like that the bleach dispenser empties into the first rinse. Makes it a good place to put my cheap watery softener as suds-control!

 

[frigilux]

That machine looks very familiar, Togs! And you have it paired with a roomy GE, rather than the cramped Frigidaire dryer.

 

[washabear]

Thanks for the additional words. I’m really liking this machine. It seems to work well with little fuss. Time will tell how it holds up, of course, but I will try to treat it well.

 

[sudsman]

You WILL be VERY pleased with your machine!

They are really fantastic machines.. I have 2 here purchased in 99. Expected them to last for a year or 2 at the most..they are still going strong with very little problems and they get the hell run out of them too.. They do a VERY good job an the nasty work.. They do not dumb down the temperature and give plenty of water to produce a good clean wash.. Happy Washin'

 

[toggleswitch]

Eugene:

I'm a sucker for stainless steel.

Funny how the camera augments the purplish heat discoloration that is not so apparent to the naked eye.

I have learned however that the back of this and the Frigidaire, due to the nature of its design, become quite hot in its entirety. This is not so good when drying one large buly item. Methinks the Maytag and Kenmore/WP style of a small grated vent in the rear is better in this respect.

 

[stainfighter]

got ours in 2001...

and she has begun to make the noisy bearing sound...still no signs of bearing leakage however. Rather than put $$$ into it will continue to use until she gives up! Paid $600 for it so in today's market that price, $480, cannot be beat. Great capacity and good extraction; no heater but in using STPP we're able to produce very good results. Agree the dryer design leaves much to be desired and would not recommend getting a matched set.

 

[tuthill]

Robert

Just curious as to what you don't like about the dryer. I still have one (even though the washer bit the dust awhile ago) and it seems fine to me.

 

[stainfighter]

Jed

the matching dryer tended to run really HOT and did not have great air flow which added to dryer times. In our home we have a long air run so if one can use this with a short air run the results could be much better. Our 'new' WP Imperial with the 'Super' setting air flow is never a problem; the capacity is no bigger than the Frig (perhaps a bit smaller? 5 cu ft would be my guess) but the faster processing makes up for it - mind you, just my experience...