Review of Gorenje washing machine for rural areas

Review of Gorenje washing machine for rural areas A few brands produce washing machines for rural areas, and Gorenje is one of them. Such machines can operate without connection to water supply and sewerage - their design provides for the presence of special filling tanks. If it is not possible to install an electric pumping station and supply the house from a water pump, then autonomous equipment will help make life easier. All that remains is to evaluate its functionality and look at the top models from the manufacturer.

What is special about such machines?

A regular automatic machine will not work for rural areas - you need a washing machine with a tank. Unlike standard equipment, it does not require connection to a water supply. Instead of an inlet hose, there is a reservoir that the user fills as needed. It seems like you can save money. Instead of specially equipped equipment, purchase conventional equipment and simply connect the inlet hose to a water tank. But everything is not so simple: when organizing an automatic water supply yourself, you need to integrate several additional devices into the washing system: These machines have a water tank

pressure blower;
sensors monitoring the water level in the tank.

Washing machines for rural areas are distinguished by the presence of a tank connected to the machine by a hose with a pressure blower.

It is very difficult to install and connect these sensors with your own hands - only experienced craftsmen can do this. It is easier and safer for ordinary users to purchase a machine that is ready for use in rural areas. Washing machines from Gorenje will allow you to wash clothes even in conditions devoid of the benefits of civilization.

Pros and cons of this technique

Thanks to a specially designed tank, Gorenje washing machines “feed” autonomously. Their main advantage is the possibility of trouble-free operation in the absence of a central water supply and pumping station. This allows you to make life easier without any special investments when installing a conventional washing machine is impossible. Washing machines with a tank have several more advantages:

when a central water supply becomes available, the washing machine can easily be “converted” to the standard version;
the volume of the provided tank is designed for at least 2 cycles, so there is no need to constantly add water;
some Gorenje models are equipped with a water level sensor, thanks to which the machine monitors the degree of filling of the tank and warns the user if there is insufficient amount of liquid;
washing machines are characterized by economical consumption of water and electricity;
there is no need to organize a full-fledged sewage system; the waste liquid can be easily drained into a basin or other container.

The main disadvantage of washing machines equipped with a tank is their size. These units are not compact; on the contrary, one machine is often the size of a cabinet. Firstly, the machine itself is slightly larger than the standard one. Secondly, the tank is connected to the right. Thirdly, a container for collecting waste water is installed nearby.

Washing machines with a tank are not always equipped with a pump - more often the container is filled with water only by hand!

The second “minus” is that almost all Gorenje models do not have a pump for pumping water into the tank. More often than not, before washing, you have to fill the tank manually, which causes a lot of trouble. Despite its shortcomings, the equipped machine from Gorenje allows you to wash even in “Spartan” conditions.More often, such machines are installed in dachas so as not to be deprived of city comfort during the summer holidays. Also relevant are these installations in private homes that are not connected to central communications due to remoteness or other problems. The main thing is that the room has access to electricity and sufficient space to accommodate equipment.

Models of washing machines with a tank

The range of washing machines with a tank produced by Gorenje is quite modest - the demand is small, and therefore the supply is limited. But it is almost impossible to find similar machines from other brands on the market. As a rule, there are three models to choose from.

W72ZX1/R. Budget machine with a capacity of up to 7 kg. The volume of the provided tank is enough for 2 cycles, at the rate of 56 liters per wash. There is no screen or child lock, but the functionality is not inferior to most washing machines - it has a standard set of programs, including intelligent. Maximum spin – up to 600 rpm. Due to average characteristics and power, it is cheaper than its “colleagues”.
Introduces an improved version of the W72ZX1/R. Among the differences, we can note a more capacious water tank and a powerful engine. Here, during the spin cycle, the drum accelerates to the “800” mark.
The model is more expensive, but has a stylish design and a larger tank. Among the advantages is cost-effectiveness - the washing machine has low power consumption and consumes about 45 liters of water per standard cycle. The drum is designed for a maximum of 6 kg, but during spinning it accelerates to 1000 rpm. No display provided. The number of programs is 15, including both basic and unique ones from Gorenje.

The cost of washing machines with a tank from Gorenje varies between 30-50 thousand rubles.

Despite the reduced water consumption, washing machines with a tank wash clothes perfectly. This fact is confirmed by many tests and experiments. The main thing is to choose the right cycle and use high-quality detergents.

How to choose such a car?

Currently, only Gorenje supplies autonomous machines with tanks to Russian stores. It is logical that you will have to choose from the assortment offered by the manufacturer, agreeing to some of the brand’s shortcomings. However, here you can “take a walk”: find the most functional and economical model. A few recommendations from experts will help you decide on your purchase:

look at the energy consumption class - some washing machines “eat” several times less electricity;
don’t be afraid to overpay for economical consumption of resources and a larger tank volume (such a container will have to be filled less often);
evaluate the dimensions of the machine (it must fit in the allocated room);
Some models with a tank include a “Child Lock” function (if this is necessary, choose washing machines with a dashboard lock);
give preference to a washing machine with a filter attachment if the quality and purity of the available water leaves much to be desired.

Before buying a machine, evaluate its functionality, efficiency and dimensions.

Before purchasing, it is recommended to analyze the reviews left by consumers for machines from Gorenje. Each model has its own disadvantages, but in general there is one conclusion - the quality of the equipped machines is relatively high. Many users complain about increased noise, but the claim is unfounded: the manufacturer did not claim low noise levels. Washing machines with a tank allow you to organize machine washing anywhere.The main thing is to find enough space and choose a model with suitable functionality.