How to choose a top-loading washing machine?

Vertical washing machine Nowadays, the issue of modest bathroom sizes is relevant for many Russian residents. Accordingly, certain problems arise with choosing the optimally suitable modern machine. The problem is based on the fact that companies offer a huge and varied selection of products. One way to save space is to use a top-loading washing machine.

The main advantages and factors of this technique are described below, as well as basic selection tips. Many people in the purchasing process rely on common myths that top-loading washing machines are more durable. This is not the right approach. When choosing new household appliances, you should base your decision on other, more practical things. Such as functions, dimensions, manufacturer and other important parameters.

Important! If the determining feature or factor in the optimal choice is the dimensions, you can buy models with the possibility of vertical loading.

The main advantages of “verticals”

Top loading washing machine Vertical washing machines have some convenient nuances. Often, older users of household appliances experience health or physical problems. Some of them find it difficult to bend over. They love this kind of technology. In addition, machines of this design are more compact in size. Therefore, for rooms with a fairly narrow doorway, this is the best option.

To make the choice of machine as reasonable as possible, you should pay attention to common models of washing machines. Each of them has its own characteristics, advantages, and also has its negative sides. Every buyer should know them.

Brief overview of modern models

Among the large number of household appliances, the following can be highlighted:

Whirlpool recently introduced Zen washing machines in the market. These household appliances, according to a large number of reviews, are among the quietest among a large number of models. A conventional motor equipped with a high-quality belt drive is replaced by a special motor equipped with a direct drive, which connects directly to an element such as a drum. It is due to this device that they wash very quietly;
The bestseller from Media Markt is the Whirlpool model number WTLS 60912 ZEN, it is equipped with a special eco-display. Here you can see information regarding the electrical energy consumption during the washing process. There is another extremely useful function of this washing machine – Clean+. It makes it possible to use a wide variety of powders in the most practical way to get better washing results. And cleaner laundry;
One narrow machine from Bosch is very popular. Namely, model WOT20254OE. Its main feature is the ability to control the foam level. In addition, this product is equipped with an ideal protection system against various leaks. There is a special timer to delay the washing process. The average service life is approximately 10 and even 15 years;
The washing machine, known under the name Bauknecht WAT 610, is in considerable demand, since there is a special high-quality coating, as protection against bacteria, on the present dispenser of used household detergents, Microban type, which completely prevents the process of multiplication of various viruses in the main compartment, intended for different types of detergents. categories. This technology can ensure the elimination of various foreign odors and impurities in laundry. There is a special technology that is characterized as energy saving. It allows you to use less water and electricity when washing. This is very beneficial if meters are installed in the house;
There is another interesting option from Zanussi. Machine ZWY1100. It can wash a relatively small amount of clothes without any problems with fairly modest energy consumption. There is a mode in which you can wash a moderate amount of laundry without any problems and quite quickly. A half-drum load can provide high-quality washing at a relatively low temperature.

All models are in demand, since the consumer receives high-quality equipment in all respects that can last as long as possible without breakdowns.

To make it clear which washing machine to choose, you can take into account the availability of accessories. Many of them protect the washing machine from various damages, and there are also those that significantly increase the overall quality of the wash. There are also special means:

for high-quality washing of a specific material;
for the first start of the machine;
for effective protection against scale;
and so on.

Functional selection criteria

To make the most competent and optimal choice of a top-loading washing machine, you can rely on criteria that relate to certain external factors and functionality. These are moments such as:

The choice between built-in equipment and those that are installed separately. Here you should rely on the features of the room in which the machine will be installed. On the interior and area of the bath.
The amount of laundry that can be washed at one time. This parameter usually refers to the amount of dry items, which is measured in kilograms. And in which the washing process will be carried out as efficiently as possible. The modern market offers models with different maximum volume indicators. There are those designed for 3 kg, and there are those that can wash twice as much laundry at a time, which is optimal for a large family.
Control method and presence of display. The way in which home appliances are controlled and controlled is really important to the user. The simplicity and comfort of washing directly depends on it. Top-loading washing machines can have two types of controls. Namely, electronic and mechanical.

The last type of control is carried out using special switches. They are designed to regulate the heating of water during washing, to set the mode for different materials. You can also select the number of spin revolutions. Electronic control – this implies broader and simplified regulation. Here you can set spin parameters, temperature, and the number of rinses.

Important! Some models may have a display through which you can effectively control the entire operation of the washing machine. A similar machine is a little more expensive, but the advantage is the ability to save water and energy used.

Important points when choosing a washing machine

There are a small number of other factors and characteristics that should be considered and taken into account when choosing a washing machine. They are not as important as savings, but, nevertheless, they are able to increase the functionality of the device and its ease of use.

The following parameters deserve special attention:

It is advisable to have a protective system that will protect you from leaks. Budget models usually have hose protection. They are equipped with special protective devices (valves). As a rule, if the hose is slightly damaged, the water immediately stops flowing. The housing of household appliances is also protected from excessive amounts of water. And if there is too much water, the set program will immediately stop;
Equally important is special control over foam formation. If a lot of foam accumulates during the washing process, the washing machine will also stop working for a while;
Washing machines equipped with delayed start functions are very popular. This is a quite useful option, because the washing process can be postponed for some indefinite time. Users of such machines choose to wash at night, when electricity is much cheaper;
Possibility of noise level regulation.The optimal model would be a machine whose noise parameters during spinning do not exceed 70 dB, and during the washing process does not exceed 55 dB.

Summing up

When choosing a vertical washing machine, you need to pay attention to a large number of parameters. If you pay close attention to the main ones, you can purchase exactly the type of equipment that is optimally suited to the individual preferences of each consumer.