Hi. I'm curious on what washers you guys use. We use a Kenmore HE3 Quiet Pack 2, constant F11 error. Found the right spot to "Fonzie" it in, temporarily fixing it. Wait, as I'm typing this, it experienced the fault just now during the spin cycle. They just don't make them like they used to.
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jodan3399
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GE Top loader, probably about 10+ years old, no frills version.
I've fixed it twice, $7 switch and a clogged hose, dryer is a basic Whirlpool no frills version a few years older...so far I've put a thermostat on it and a new belt, I take the back/front off and clean out the rear duct and vacuum the bottom out of it every fall when I clean my ductwork.
When they finally give up the fight I will most likely replace them with comparable no-frills similar versions. I like the look of the front loaders and the added features are neat, but I've talked with guys that repair them for a living and the basic models are still the most dependable, easiest to fix, and cheapest on parts.
I've fixed it twice, $7 switch and a clogged hose, dryer is a basic Whirlpool no frills version a few years older...so far I've put a thermostat on it and a new belt, I take the back/front off and clean out the rear duct and vacuum the bottom out of it every fall when I clean my ductwork.
When they finally give up the fight I will most likely replace them with comparable no-frills similar versions. I like the look of the front loaders and the added features are neat, but I've talked with guys that repair them for a living and the basic models are still the most dependable, easiest to fix, and cheapest on parts.
hooverman2121
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I live in an apartment complex so it's some GE washing-machine-shaped-object. Same with the dryer...
When I go home it's a Kenmore HE2 Plus... biggest pile of junk in the world! It replaced the tank of a machine Maytag A712 that lasted over 25 years before it died. The Whirlpool dryer my parents bought when they got the A712 is still going strong though!
When I go home it's a Kenmore HE2 Plus... biggest pile of junk in the world! It replaced the tank of a machine Maytag A712 that lasted over 25 years before it died. The Whirlpool dryer my parents bought when they got the A712 is still going strong though!
human
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Whirlpool washer and Roper (by Whirlpool) dryer
I've got a Whirlpool washer and a Roper (made by Whirlpool) dryer. Both are extra large capacity units. I'm guessing they're both about 10-15 years old, with no fancy electronics to go bad. They work great and except for the style of the knobs, they could almost pass for being a matched pair. The washer came with the house and the dryer came from Goodwill for $60 to replace the aged Kenmore the previous owner left behind. In the end, it was cheaper to upgrade than to repair the old one.
I've got a Whirlpool washer and a Roper (made by Whirlpool) dryer. Both are extra large capacity units. I'm guessing they're both about 10-15 years old, with no fancy electronics to go bad. They work great and except for the style of the knobs, they could almost pass for being a matched pair. The washer came with the house and the dryer came from Goodwill for $60 to replace the aged Kenmore the previous owner left behind. In the end, it was cheaper to upgrade than to repair the old one.
turbo500
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Miele W562 washer and T8812C dryer
I have a Kenmore He4T washer and dryer purchased about 10 years ago. So far the only thing I've had done to it is to have the detergent dispenser water mechanism replaced twice because the fabric softener was not always getting flushed out of the dispenser. Both times it was covered under the extended warranty.
Gary
Gary
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Those Mieles are real lookers! And countryguy and hooverman2121, the Kenmore HE 1-4 series is very much so junk. Its going to cost $300 to fix our F-11 error on our HE3, so were just waiting until it dies to get a new one
Those Mieles are real lookers! And countryguy and hooverman2121, the Kenmore HE 1-4 series is very much so junk. Its going to cost $300 to fix our F-11 error on our HE3, so were just waiting until it dies to get a new one
Vacmaster, maybe it is junk to you but it has not been a problem for me and I have been very pleased with them. To each their own.
dartman
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Bought a Kenmore/Whirlpool 28102 HE toploader at their Outlet store in 2013 and have been quite happy with it. Saves a lot on our water bill, it cleans better, its huge capacity, and its quiet.
Only thing happened so far is a penny got under the impeller and made awful noises. Pulled the impeller off and found it, easy fix.
My old used Whirlpool direct drive washer I replaced the pump 2 times, the coupler, the agitater dogs, and it needed a new lid switch when I bought the new one.
I used it about 20 years though and all the parts were cheap and easy to replace as they broke over time.
Only thing happened so far is a penny got under the impeller and made awful noises. Pulled the impeller off and found it, easy fix.
My old used Whirlpool direct drive washer I replaced the pump 2 times, the coupler, the agitater dogs, and it needed a new lid switch when I bought the new one.
I used it about 20 years though and all the parts were cheap and easy to replace as they broke over time.
poconovacman
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My washing machine is a 1993 Maytag LAT7793 that works absolutely marvelously. The dryer is an early 2000s Whirlpool. It works reasonably well, but has been making some unsavory noises lately.
1985
Belt Drive Kenmore 70 washer and a 1973 Lady Kenmore dryer.Donald asked me if I didn't want to get a new Speed Queen pair and I said not no but hell no, when they start making a solid tub machine again, THEN I will want something new!
Belt Drive Kenmore 70 washer and a 1973 Lady Kenmore dryer.Donald asked me if I didn't want to get a new Speed Queen pair and I said not no but hell no, when they start making a solid tub machine again, THEN I will want something new!
vac-o-matic
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I'm right there with ya Hans..I have a '94 Kenmore, the only thing I've done is replacing the inlet valve/hoses twice. Granted I only do 4-5 loads a week, but I think that's a great record compared to modern day machines. I've noticed that there's always Maytag Centennial machines on Craigslist, wonder what's up with that?
If you check in on the washer site, you will see that Speed Queen is the only top loader with the traditional full tub of water, that is recommended. Their front loaders are as well but they are expensive.
Gary
Gary
jodan3399
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Speed Queen's used to be tanks, you saw them in every laundromat, not sure how they are now.
My mom had one that was going on 30 and still going as strong as ever but the tub started rusting away at the top.
My mom had one that was going on 30 and still going as strong as ever but the tub started rusting away at the top.
New SQ washers-They are set from the factory so the tub does not fill all the way to meet the modern water use regulations--However the water fill switch can be adjusted so the water level would be where you want it.If you want a SQ washer with the traditional mechanical dial controls-get it now while you can.The mechanical controls are being replaced with electronic digital ones.Then that may mean you can no longer adjust the water levels.I had to do that to an older HP washer-want the agitator to truely agitate the load-not paddle it around!
human
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I have a love/hate relationship with digital/electronic controls on most appliances. I love their touch-of-a-button convenience, but I'm thoroughly convinced their real purpose is to shorten the lifespan of the appliance by making it impractical, if not impossible to repair.
