Response to comments
Hey all,
Responding to the comments in this post
PeteK,
I'm undecided as to what to do with the AEG yet. I'd like to keep it... but it might be going downstairs when the laundry room is built in August (we're having the downstairs of the house gutted and renovated). AEG's are considerably cheaper nowadays; but my feeling is because it's now a part of Electrolux it's perhaps made shipping a lot easier/cheaper; and the customer doesn't have to pay extra for this either. Also most AEG's also use similar or the same parts as other Elux-machines, with only the higher tech AEGs sporting features and parts unique to AEG washers. The high price of teh Miele certainly is worth it... you can tell on the build quality even between the Miele and the AEG; and my AEG is built better than most plastic machines out there on the market today.
Austin,
I used the Minimum Iron cycle today (as you can see in the pic), and the spin sequence was pretty interesting. Instead of a continuous spin; the interim spins were basically a short slow burst, than a slightly longer faster burst. I guess this is to stop creasing setting in; and seemed to get the bulk of the water out. The rinse water was clear too, so this must be a sign that it is effective. The minimum iron spin cycle also did these two bursts, but then also did a 2 min "slow" spin at 900rpm after the bursts. However; instead of taking about 2-3 minutes to do the bursts; the 2 bursts are done within 1.5 minutes, draining the rinse water included...! So it still doesn't waste time as such like many other modern washers. When washing towels today; I noticed that the drum slowed as the spin started (to release the bulk of the water down the drain and to stop suds lock), but it didnt stop and re-tumble; it jsut slowed down; stopped; tumbled again and was spinning within 10 seconds. But, with the load of darks lastnight (less aborbent fabrics), it just cut to the spin straight away. It also doesn't spend a lot of time in the distributing phase, it just does a progressively faster tumble then bursts into the spin.
Arrrooohhh,
I live in a family of 5; I have a wardrobe that could dress 10 African villages; and I'm a *bit* obsessive with having clean linens. I'd say about 60% of my laundry is actually towels and linens... does that explain the need for 2 washers? ;-). Another advantage is that I can now get all the linens done in the morning and hung out on the line; rather than having to put the last couple of loads in the dryer because it's gotten too late to hang them out (dew sets in fairly early around here).
Scott,
Nice to see you!!! How's it going? Thanks for the congratulations... told you I'd finally have my dream Miele
Lawrence,
Again, thanks for the congratulations! However only certain continentals are allowed in my room... that's if they sport the AEG, Bosch/Siemens, or Miele badges :-D.
Louis!!!
I needn't say much more to you (I think I've rabbited on way too much to you on Yahoo!), but as I've always said you always were a late experimenter!! ;-) I have a soft spot for my AEG too. It's just not as soft as the spot I have for the Miele
. (OK, OK, this is the point where you start giving me Hyacinth Bucket quotes, LOL! And yes, I am minding your wall and your Grade II Axminster Carpet!!! Hehehe)
Mielepete;
As you've probably figured, I never will buy another brand again
I'd love the matching dryer... but unfortunately my bank account doesn't seem to love the price :-( I might just have to settle for a basic dial model, or at least one with the Scroll-Button controls (same controls as the new Miele washers/dryers in the US)
Jaune,
Unfortunately the AEG is feeling unloved at the moment as it's inoperational (I haven't got around to fittign an extra standpipe yet). However as I mentioned earlier the AEG's might be moving downstairs so mum has all matching AEG appliances; and I'm thinking of donating our Bosch washer/dryer to my nana (who has a Hotpoint, which is nice, but just can't wash!!!). Although, that's just plans yet... my hopes are to be able to have both washers operational in my bedroom
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Venus!!!
How are you?? Your very welcome to perform headstands and flips, can we have a couple cartwheels too? :-D. Maybe if your ever in England you could stop by and have a play with these beauties
No guest bed... but you and Austin could always bunk up on the floor by the Matt, Therma, and my Honey (the Miele)
. Here's an action pic of the fill for you (it cascades water down the window, in fact, relating to your porthole theory, this could very well be mistaken for a porthole on a ship at sea, in stormy conditions!!!)
Take care all!!! And thanks for your comments!!!
Happy washing!!!
Jon :-D
