Thank you Pierre! Can others make up make up their own minds? There are a lot of choices out there!
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powerfin64
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some have not learned it's rude and inconsiderate to add a subject that is NOT part of the current discussion.
mark_wpduet
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Yes we did go way off topic in some replies. Sorry about that
Looks like the pre-wash dispenser is cold, main wash dispenser is hot and cold, fabric softener is warm (couldn't verify, but would make sense) and bleach/spray rinse is cold. hence the 3 cold and 1 hot valves. am not sure how they run the fabric softener dispenser though it might just be hot and one of the colds running at the same time to redirect the water into the fabric softener. I verified this using the test mode on the washer which is accessible by holding the spin and soil buttons down and then turning the washer on.
Question on dryer sensor cycles
When selecting a sensor cycle such as perm press, towels, or delicates. can you change the default temperature: such as changing the temp to high on towels; changing from medium to low on perm press; or on delicates, changing the temp from low to ultra low?
When selecting a sensor cycle such as perm press, towels, or delicates. can you change the default temperature: such as changing the temp to high on towels; changing from medium to low on perm press; or on delicates, changing the temp from low to ultra low?
powerfin64
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Question on dryer sensor cycles
Answer is no, they can not be changed. all are pre-set temperatures for each cycle. Timed dry is the only cycle temperatures can be changed.
Answer is no, they can not be changed. all are pre-set temperatures for each cycle. Timed dry is the only cycle temperatures can be changed.
Rich thanks. Just means, I select the sensor cycle to match what temperature I want and adjust the degree of dryness to what I want.
What does AI do for the Normal cycle then? My 26.66 y/o Maytag dryer is giving up the ghost. I need a dryer with a pedestal and my cabinet clearance is between 53.25 & 53.50 inches. Whirpool is too tall.
What does AI do for the Normal cycle then? My 26.66 y/o Maytag dryer is giving up the ghost. I need a dryer with a pedestal and my cabinet clearance is between 53.25 & 53.50 inches. Whirpool is too tall.
powerfin64
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Your welcome Bob
that is correct. once you get to know what cycle temperatures are.
AI ==Artificial Intelligence is a fabric sensor/smart pairing. AI senses the fabric characteristics being dried and adjusts the cycle accordingly.
AI is with most cycles(washer and dryer)
smart pairing is washer communicating with the dryer and selects the proper corresponding cycle for the dryer.(dial cycles only, does not for the "downloaded" cycles.)
Note: washer and dryer must be connected to internet WIFI in order for the smart pairing to operate
that is correct. once you get to know what cycle temperatures are.
AI ==Artificial Intelligence is a fabric sensor/smart pairing. AI senses the fabric characteristics being dried and adjusts the cycle accordingly.
AI is with most cycles(washer and dryer)
smart pairing is washer communicating with the dryer and selects the proper corresponding cycle for the dryer.(dial cycles only, does not for the "downloaded" cycles.)
Note: washer and dryer must be connected to internet WIFI in order for the smart pairing to operate
Powdered Detergent......
.....It's been quite some time (decades) since we used powdered detergent in our washers.
Over the last couple of years, the various manufacturers have managed to ruin the scent of almost every liquid, in our opinion.
Also, recall several comments that the powders might be better for stain removal.
Over the weekend, I noticed there are still a few powders carried in Central Illinois. Wondering if anyone could help us set a baseline for the proper amount of detergent, in volume. We have soft water.
We kind of know how to dose the liquids. Wondering where a reasonable starting point would be for the powders? Thanks.
.....It's been quite some time (decades) since we used powdered detergent in our washers.
Over the last couple of years, the various manufacturers have managed to ruin the scent of almost every liquid, in our opinion.
Also, recall several comments that the powders might be better for stain removal.
Over the weekend, I noticed there are still a few powders carried in Central Illinois. Wondering if anyone could help us set a baseline for the proper amount of detergent, in volume. We have soft water.
We kind of know how to dose the liquids. Wondering where a reasonable starting point would be for the powders? Thanks.
I''m having problems connecting to LG's server. I've just about had it. Everything else has progressed fine Checking the connection, security check, and still trying to connnect to the server And that's after I activated the WiFi. [this post was last edited: 9/24/2021-13:59]
Our Opinion.........
.....is that router performance degrades, over time.
Another thing to consider is that home appliances often work better on the 2.4 ghz frequency vs 5.0.
Also, home appliances often seem to hiccup when connected to a mesh routing system.
We are partial to Asus computers, motherboards, & routers.
Whenever a new router protocol is introduced, we usually invest in one of the highly-rated entry-level models.
Our current router is the AX3000 (RT-AX58U.) This is a "smart" router that automatically chooses which frequency is best.
.....is that router performance degrades, over time.
Another thing to consider is that home appliances often work better on the 2.4 ghz frequency vs 5.0.
Also, home appliances often seem to hiccup when connected to a mesh routing system.
We are partial to Asus computers, motherboards, & routers.
Whenever a new router protocol is introduced, we usually invest in one of the highly-rated entry-level models.
Our current router is the AX3000 (RT-AX58U.) This is a "smart" router that automatically chooses which frequency is best.
Not sure how this happened, but I got it to work finally!!!
I got to see the downloadable cycles and saw there's one that's for ultra delicates. the only way currently to access ultra low temperature is via timed dry. This downloadable cycle is an auto dry using ultra low temperature, which I have a need for as opposed to the default downloable cycle Super Dry.
I got to see the downloadable cycles and saw there's one that's for ultra delicates. the only way currently to access ultra low temperature is via timed dry. This downloadable cycle is an auto dry using ultra low temperature, which I have a need for as opposed to the default downloable cycle Super Dry.
Join the club. I seldom if ever even use my LG washers connectivity but when we switched from our old cable service to this new broadband based tv and internet service they installed an new all in one modem/router. Since then it was hit or miss and I was spending ages trying to get it to connect and it seldom does so I've pretty much given up on it. It more annoys me that it doesn't work, even though as I said I seldom use it or need it,, it just bugs me when something doesn't work. LOL. Sometimes I can still ask Alexa what the washers status is, but again that's hit and miss. This new modem/router automatically switches from 2 to 5 g and I think that may be my issue.
Router Woes
When the smart thermostats first came out, we were guilty of blaming the software or apps for all the dropped signals. Later, we found it was usually the router's fault.
Our latest router hasn't missed a beat when connecting to our smart devices. So far, ThinQ has done everything it's supposed to.
Also, I ThinQ most of the Smart Connect-type routers will allow the individual clients (devices) to be locked on one of the frequencies, or the other. You would have to log in to the router to change the settings.
When the smart thermostats first came out, we were guilty of blaming the software or apps for all the dropped signals. Later, we found it was usually the router's fault.
Our latest router hasn't missed a beat when connecting to our smart devices. So far, ThinQ has done everything it's supposed to.
Also, I ThinQ most of the Smart Connect-type routers will allow the individual clients (devices) to be locked on one of the frequencies, or the other. You would have to log in to the router to change the settings.
WiFi routers should broadcast on both bands. They should be configured with different network names (SSID) for the two bands so one can knowingly choose which band for connecting a device. The passwords for the two bands can be the same for the convenience of not dealing with two different passwords, or the passwords can be different ... either way won't affect the device connection which is chosen by the network name.
2.4GHz has a larger signal coverage area but slower speed. Some devices such as thermostats and appliances may work only on this band. Check your router settings to be sure this slower band is enabled and properly configured if you have such devices involved.
5GHz provides higher speed but smaller coverage area.
5 GHz Router
The Kenmore’s and LG WashTower would never connect with 5 GHz. Always 2.4 GHz.
I always found the Permanent Press cycle to be great on the WashTower dryer.
The Kenmore’s and LG WashTower would never connect with 5 GHz. Always 2.4 GHz.
I always found the Permanent Press cycle to be great on the WashTower dryer.
pinkpower4
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Netgear Smart Connect
I have been following this discussion with great interest as I would lean toward LG if I were choosing a front load. I would consider the SQ FF7, but the cost difference is more of an issue (than MT mwwp575gw vs TC5000) here plus I really did like my old LG's sani-cycle.
Netgear has a feature called Smart Connect.
Enable Smart Connect - Let the router intelligently select the best 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz WiFi band for your WiFi connections. Smart Connect requires that the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi networks use the same WiFi network name (SSID), security options, and password.
When a device can use either, the feature seems to know whether the longer range or higher speed would work the best for a particular situation.
This feature should be available in other routers although it may go by a different name.
Side Note. I created one network for my devices that uses Smart Connect. I use the Guest Network for the kids. On the 2.4 band, I allow them to see each other and allow access to local network. Some on this board may want to use that for lower priority devices that can quickly be booted off if needed. I use the 5 band for guests only. It has a different pw than the 2.4 and no access to see each other or to the local network. I can just change password if needed without affecting the rest of us.
I have been following this discussion with great interest as I would lean toward LG if I were choosing a front load. I would consider the SQ FF7, but the cost difference is more of an issue (than MT mwwp575gw vs TC5000) here plus I really did like my old LG's sani-cycle.
Netgear has a feature called Smart Connect.
Enable Smart Connect - Let the router intelligently select the best 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz WiFi band for your WiFi connections. Smart Connect requires that the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi networks use the same WiFi network name (SSID), security options, and password.
When a device can use either, the feature seems to know whether the longer range or higher speed would work the best for a particular situation.
This feature should be available in other routers although it may go by a different name.
Side Note. I created one network for my devices that uses Smart Connect. I use the Guest Network for the kids. On the 2.4 band, I allow them to see each other and allow access to local network. Some on this board may want to use that for lower priority devices that can quickly be booted off if needed. I use the 5 band for guests only. It has a different pw than the 2.4 and no access to see each other or to the local network. I can just change password if needed without affecting the rest of us.
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