Works excellent for removing fine debris from the water. Would recommend buying a second pad to double stack since a single pad requires regular cleaning. Single pad took only 1 day to remove the cloudiness from my 900 gallon pondSave 33% Off
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Filter Pad Replacement Save 33% Off
Works excellent for removing fine debris from the water. Would recommend buying a second pad to double stack since a single pad requires regular cleaning. Single pad took only 1 day to remove the cloudiness from my 900 gallon pond
1000ml Distillation Apparatus Kit
- 1000ml Distillation Kit
- Laboratory Grade 3.3 Borosilicate Glass Boiling Flask and Condenser
- 24" Support Stand
- Burette Clamps and Thermometer Assembly.
- Faucet Adaptor and Tubing
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I have had this kit for about a month and find it all to be high quality. I did not use the enclosed clamps and stand, so I don''t know how they would work. Since I distill a lot, I mounted my kit on a permanent lab work board. The condenser is more than adequate, only a little water needs to flow to keep it cool. I could detect no leaks at the ground glass connection joints, either by sight, smell or soapy water.---garwickeRead Best Reviews of 1000ml Distillation Apparatus Kit Here
Item inexpensive and as described, however it has evidently been used before, residue in flask. I would have thought the used nature of the product to be mentioned in the description. At least there is no claim that it is new.Want 1000ml Distillation Apparatus Kit Discount?
For the price its an excellent apparatus. I didn''t really use the extension on the side arm since the hose did not properly fit my sink which led to my only complaint.. There was slight distillate buildup in the side arm since it is not tilted downwards/there''s a rise in elevation from the sidearm horizontal tube to the 90 degree turn. However this would most likely be solved by actually using the sidearm extension instead of attempting to cool right at the mouth.
iSpring 75GPD 6-Stage Reverse Osmosis Alkaline PH Water Filter System Save 35% Off
- Great for low water pressure place, minimum required pressure is 30PSI
- Produce perfectly PH-balanced alkaline water; Help minimize the fluctuations of your body''s pH
- Perfect for residentail customers when water pressure is below 45PSI
- Free upgrade with Luxury Faucet ($30 retail value), an accent to your kitchen
- All filters and membrane are standard 10" size, very affordable for replacements
I have also called the seller several times during normal business hours to speak with a representative, always an answering machine. Try calling 123 Filter... no one answers the phone, however the Seller did tell me in an email that they try to return "some" phone calls.
Just received the email response to my aforementioned request for the currently advertised Free Upgrade listed on Amazon from 123 Filter, it reads.....Thanks for your email. The free upgrade is not available since last month. Sorry that we did not updatae our listing in time and made you confused.
Their listing didn''t make me confused, it "clearly" stated Free Upgrade. So, 123 Filter admits to advertising the product as I claimed they did in their email to me. I purchased their advertised product in good faith, and they sent me a different product. I just checked the Amazon website and the Free Upgrade has now been quickly removed by 123 Filter. Nice. I will definitely NEVER buy from 123 Filter again as they have demonstrated an unethical business practice. The correct way to handle the situation would be to admit their error, which they did, and fill the order as advertised to the customer at the time of purchase...not tell the customer that they are confused by 123 Filters false advertising and blame the customer for misunderstanding what 123 Filter advertised in clear black and white print at the time of purchase. That''s known as bait and switch.
UPDATE: Now I received an email from Pearl at 123 Filter stating that if I "insist" on the upgrade they will send it to me. Insist? I just want what they advertised, what I purchased in good faith and what I should have received in the first place. Why do I have to insist on receiving that which I purchased from this company? They can keep it I won''t buy any replacement filters from this company and would "much" rather purchase an entire new unit from a company that answers their phones, automatically makes things right for their customers, and has a warranty longer than 1 year on their product. That''s the only thing I insist on doing. I also question whether they write their own product and seller reviews, as I see that many reviewers, have no other reviews on any other products. I will stay far away.
UPDATE: 123 Filter has responded to my seller rating by again stating there was confusion (again, there was no confusion on my part..I purchased what actually had advertised on Amazon at the time of my purchase, and they sent me something different, so there is a lack of ethical business practice demonstrated here, but the only confusion is they don''t want to honor the product they advertised to customers, at least in my situation). They say they offered me a credit but I refused, not accurate as I didn''t refuse, I chose to not respond to their email and take my business elsewhere. The 4 gallon tank they advertised, and which I purchased and paid for in good faith, runs about $60, 123 Filter offered me a measly $15 credit. That''s fair, right? Anyway, I gave away this system away to a neighbor now, and purchased a better highly rated Artesian system made in the US, not China. At least I have the peace of mind knowing that I never have to deal with this ridiculousness again, as I would be fearful of ordering advertised replacement filters and not having a clue what 123 Filter might actually send me.
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Installation is a breeze. Most of the parts are already connected and I had to only connect a few flex lines. Pump is very quiet and the pressure is fine. I owned an RO unit before without a pump and a low line pressure and always had problems with it.The additional 6th stage is perfect when you are enjoying just a glass of water: great taste
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The actual system works well, our water went from 550 PPM to 60 PPM, plus or minus. The number would be lower if the water supply had gone through a water softner system first. The water in Peoria is very hard..My issue is with the directions. I admit this was the 1st install of
a R/O system for myself. The directions, though detailed in some aspects,
were not in a logical order. Maybe it is the difference in culture between
the writer of the directions, and myself. Anyway, in the end, it all came
together.
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WOW!!! What an amazing purchase this has been for my family!!! The value of having pure drinking water right at my own home is priceless. Before purchasing the iSpring Drinking System, I used to buy 4 x 5 gallon water containers from "Glacier dispenser" per week. That''s a monthly total of $24. That does not include the cost of gas and "my back". I used to carry those 5 gallon containers to my 3rd floor condo!!! I can payoff my investment in a year and that includes the filter cost. I cannot even think about the hassle/suffering I have experienced before this purchase. I am so glad I have found this item in here at amazon.Here are the reasons why this is the best deal:
1. High quality, 6 stage drinking system, I was amazed by the taste and purity of this water system.
2. Easy installation, I would consult a plumber for advice, if you are a beginner.
3. Best bang for the buck. (If you don''t believe me do your research)
4. Filters arrive sealed, RO membrane vacuum sealed.
5. Very competitive price on replacement filters.
My Recommendations:
1. Do not hesitate to buy because of the looks of their main website!(Product is Very High Quality)
2. Install it yourself if your confident enough!!! You will get familiar with your system.
3. Get the motor!!! (Its worth it, it will fill the tank faster than regular model)
4. Make sure you have enough room under the sink.
5. Prepare to make couple of trips to home depot. It took me 2 trips.
6. Take a picture of your cold water source under the sink and take to home depot for advice.
7. Hire a plumber if your not confident enough. Make sure you read the manual for maintenance.
8. This system has automatic flush function, manual says find the "flush valve" turn on/off. Skip!!!
9. Check every hose for leaks. I had one leak from tank, Easily fixed it by tightening the hose.
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I purchased this item to replace a lower quality system and am very pleased with the system. It was easy to install and produces plenty of water which tastes terrific because of the mineral replacement feature of the system. I suspect the larger storage tank is helpful in to its ability to keep up with larger water demands. I wish I had not wasted my money and time with the lesser quality and expensive item. the old saying really is true that you get what you pay for and I wish I had bought this one first.
Vornado HU1-0021-28 Whole Room Evaporative Humidifier
Vornado HU1-0021-28 Whole-Room Evaporative HumidifierAfter owning this for some 2+ years, I have updated this review and raised the rating. The following text is updated:
We have owned a number of humidifiers in the past. The last one we owned (& liked) was the now discontinued Vornado model (the ugly gray box w/ 2 water tanks and a fan that sat in the lid). This new version, solves some of the problems of the old design and creates new problems of its own. As another reviewer has noted, the beauty of the old system was its simplicity (read: fewer parts to clean). That simplicity, is somewhat gone.
The biggest improvement is the noise level. The old design made a loud gargling sound periodically as the air bubbled into the tanks. Further, the lid with the fan, sometimes did not sit right and made a buzzing vibration sound.
The other major improvement, that it has taken me sometime to appreciate, is that there is less water sitting around in a basin that can collect junk and grow nasty stuff. This ended up needing less cleaning than the orignal model. On the other hand, the black color also makes it harder to appreciate mold inside the unit.
The new tank now has a filling cap that locks into the tank. There is a separate fancier spring loaded drain for water to move into the basin. I had some concern abou the top of the tank not being flat and making the filling more difficult. However, it seems sturdy enough as long as you are careful and don''t use as much high pressure to fill it. There is no longer an option for two tanks, so more refill runs.
As for the rest of the design, there is now a physical separation between the evaporation chamber, and where the water tank is placed. This is mostly nice, since you don''t have to worry about bugs and other junk falling into the evaporation chamber. You have to be a little more vigilant about mold buildup inside the chamber since it is closed off and not visible on every refill.
On the plus side, the fan is more securely attached to the rest of the humidifier, thus reducing noise.
As far as humidification, it still works great. The fan is quieter and just as efficient (if not more). The fancy electronic humidification settings seem to work well and allow for less over-humidification (fewer refills). So in summary:
quiet
efficient
not as simple a design as the older model
more parts but seems to need less cleaning.
This Vornado brand humidifier has been doing a great job of adding humidity into the air since my home has forced air heat. Ultrasonics did not raise the humidity that much, but this Vornado does and it maintains the humidity level throughout the day for my entire upstairs floor (about 900 sq feet). I checked it with a hydrometer to see if it was working. It works great and has a built in humidistat so when I come home I do not have to worry about getting shocked or my windows being fogged like when I had a warm steam. It seems fairly easy to clean, after about three-five weeks I just lift the fan hood up and pull out the wicks, dump em and replace them with new ones. I''d probably clean the base too, wipe clean or maybe run through dishwasher. In addition I use a protec antibacterial ball that you throw in the water tank to limit the possibility of bacteria growing. I would advise not buy any type of humidifier unless you can maintain it. Its like a car, you gotta change the oil and filter.
Bottom Line: Reliable, reasonably priced (shop around) Easy to use, very quiet, circulates/freshens air, fairly easy to clean/maintain, looks unobtrusive to the room, durable quality, 5 year warranty. The only other one I''d recommend if you don''t want an evaporator type is the Honeywell HWM 450 warm mist.
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First of all, there is no perfect humidifier. Some of us who rely on adding humidity to our houses/rooms for health reasons have been searching for at least a good humidifier for years. Ultrasonics are quiet but even the pricey ones still cause white dust. Steam is quiet but not suitable for bigger spaces. And evaporative, fan driven ones (such as this vornado) tend to be a bit noisey...regardless of what their manufacturers say. AND all types require regular cleaning. All that said this is a good choice for a medium sized room. I''m using it in a large living area well beyond it''s rated capacity and it still adds a good comfort level.The three speed fan is very quiet on low. The medium and high settings, which are needed to really be effective, will probably bother light sleepers if used in a bedroom.
Maintenance is easy.
Jan 2010 update:
Based on my experience with this humidifier and other reviewers comments I have removed my last comment in this review which stated "recommended". Mine is in it''s second year of seasonal operation but has a noisey motor. Too bad Vornado skimped on this appliance.
March 2011 update: My Vornado humidifier is still working and a little squirt of WD 40 into the motor shaft quiets it down except for the normal fan noise. My adult son, also a allergy sufferer, bought a identical Vornado humidifier and is very happy with it. Recommended again...just be aware you may have to lubricate the motor/fan shaft occasionally.
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I spent a good amount of time researching my options before I purchase this over 1 year ago, and came to the conclusion that this was my best option.
Last week the motor suddenly stopped working last week when I put it into service for the first time this year (a short of some kind as it started smoking). However, it has a 5 year warrantee, so I am about to investigate getting it replaced.
While it worked, I liked enough that I bought a 2nd one for the kids'' room. That 2nd one made an awful racket when I first turned it on, however it was easy enough to get a quick exchange at BBB.
It is quiet enough for me to sleep to and loud enough to provide decent background noise for my wife and puts out plenty of moisture without creating wet spots or dust or difficult to clean residue. Replacement wicks are easy to obtain and all the minerals left behind are in the discarded wick and not cemented to the humidifyer (I hated cleaning our old hot mister evaporater).
I would recommend it, but be prepared to return it for another one.
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Brita Soft Squeeze Water Filter Bottle Replacement Filters (2 Count) Save 19% Off
For living in an area that is known to not have the greatest of water in the first place, the taste with the filtered water bottle and without are from two completely different worlds! To include the nasty water from the drinking fountain in my work''s building, it is like a clean fresh bottle of spring water. Great investment, especially for being pregnant and trying to be as healthy as possible.
The water taste much better than tap water and is safer than bottled water, not to mention the recycling issue with plastic bottles.
Good purchase.
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I like the concept and am able to use the bottle with normal tap water. You do need to make sure that the top is on correctly or it may leak.Save 19% Off
Water Filter - Multipure CBVOCSC Countertop Water Filter
- Certified performance ensures high quality drinking water
- Tests Performed under NSF Standards 42 and 53, certified by the California Dept. of Health
- Built to last a lifetime - Stainless Steel Housing with Lifetime housing warranty
- Ships complete with installation hardware, filter cartridge, and instructions
- Certified reduction of many contaminants
Pluses: It was fairly easy to install, and the installation seems robust no leakages, which was our main issue with a faucet-mount filter we had tried earlier. Looks good, I like the stainless steel better than some of the plastic casings I saw before I bought this one. The water tastes really good. I can only assume that the filter is removing the nasty stuff it claims to remove, if it is there in my tap water in the first place. The main reason I filter my tap water is to get rid of the Chlorine taste, I''m not as paranoid about tap water as some people are. I am glad to get rid of my "Pur" pitcher which I now fear has been a source of BPA all these years :-). It''s nice to have on-demand filtered water instead of having to fill the pitcher and wait for the water to trickle down (since it''s of course inevitable that you''ll find the pitcher empty just when you have a desperate need for water, and the filter would have just started slowing down too!).
Minuses I wish the flexible pipe was a little longer, so I could position the filter further away from the sink. As it is, it sits about a foot away from the edge of my sink so it could still get splashed. This won''t affect the water of course, it just means I''ll have to wipe the shiny stainless steel casing down more frequently.
It would have been nice if the attachment to the faucet was designed to be easily removed and re-attached. That way I could remove it and put it away when the cleaning lady is at work, or if I''m concerned that some visitor is going to make a mistake with the switch and run hot water through the filter. Because that''s what I live in fear of someone running hot water and destroying the filter before its time is up.
In spite of the above (minor) quibbles, I would recommend this filter to anyone who does not have the ability to install an under-sink filter. A HUGE improvement over the Brita/Pur type faucet-mount or pitcher-type filters.
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You can''t go wrong with this one. I''ve owned it for almost a year, works perfectly. You only need to change the filter once a year. Is small enough to fit anywhere on the countertop you want to place it near the sink(s). Never drips, never a problem.Looks attractive too in stainless steel. Easy to keep clean.
Can''t recommend it highly enough.
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I''ve had this filter for 6 months and I am very pleased. Installation took just minutes without any tools. Filtered tap water tastes exactly like the Arrowhead bottled water that I used to buy, and it might even be cleaner... If you are comparing models, note that this particular filter also reduces Arsenic, a rare feature among countertop filters.Want Water Filter - Multipure CBVOCSC Countertop Water Filter Discount?
I have the 750 unit which is a lot like the countertop water filter model. It comes standard with a counter top installation, but at a later date, it can be converted to being under the counter, hence why I upgraded to the 750 model for when I get my own place, not just an apartment. THE WATER QUALITY IS AMAZING!!! And a lot cheaper than buying bottled water within just a year, mind you, I bought a lot.Ok, so what helped me purchase my Multipure system is that they received this reward below in consumers digest. This information was pulled directly from their site:
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Hamilton Beach 48465 Brewstation Summit Ultra 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Save 23% Off
I was in the market for a new coffeemaker, and I really wanted to try a Brewstation. The Summit Ultra seemed to be the best available with it''s sleek design and 12 cup capacity. I see a lot of people negatively commenting on the supposed design flaw of this machine the spout being too close to the back of the machine, thus coffee spills down the outside of you mug or cup. Well, after much online and in-store investigation of this product I bought it! And am very pleased with it. Yes, the first time I used it there was some spillage down the back of the mug. It''s just a matter of having the coffeemaker placed against the backsplash on your counter and getting the feel of how to press your mug against the bar. My coffeemaker''s bar is firm but not hard to push. I''ve used several types of mugs, cups and travel mugs. Approach the machine straight on (not on an angle). I press the lip of my mug against the bottom-most portion of the bar so I can actually see the coffee dispensing into the mug. Yes, it dispenses onto the inner side of your mug, but if you can keep your hand steady for 5 seconds you should have no back spillage. I agree that the dispenser should have been placed out a few millimeters, but again, I stress I have no problem with it. Being able to keep hot, fresh coffee for up to 4 hours is an awesome feature, as we have several people in our household who get up at different times in the morning. I just set the timer at night and in the morning the aroma of coffee brewing can''t be beat! It''s easy to clean; just take the filter basket out and then the holder, rinse them in your sink and either let them drip dry on the counter or just place them back in the machine and leave the lid open for a few hours. They fit together easily. Wipe down the front of the machine and the drip tray daily and you have a beautiful, sleek, well-made product on your countertop. The only negative I could give this product is that I wish it came with a goldtone reusable filter. That would have given it 5 stars for me! Amazon has the most competitive price of this product, but if you have a 20% off coupon there are a few other stores where you could find it a bit cheaper.
Intuitive controls. Clock, timer, etc. are super-easy to figure out; we did not need the instructions to get it set up. The display is bright and can double as a nightlight. Somewhat attractive design. Makes good coffee. Also makes iced coffee if you like.
The Bad
Feels like there are too many parts to disassemble/reassemble to make coffee. The black plastic exterior has numerous dimples, seam lines, and other irregularities (poor fit & finish) that take away from the otherwise attractive appearance. Difficult to tell how much coffee is left once it drops below 2 cups.
The Ugly
Spills and messes. Lifting the lid to dump the old filter causes the built-up moisture to drip down the back of the coffeemaker. Thick mugs and thermoses are difficult to fill without coffee spilling down the side and all over the counter. In my opinion, they did not place the spout out far enough from the release bar. You can get better results if you tip your mug or thermos inward, but some of the thicker ones will never fill without making a mess.
In summary, it is a decent coffeemaker. I had read the reviews before purchasing it and had determined this was not one of the models I wanted. However, the model I had gone to the store to purchase was not available (nor was it available on amazon.com), and seeing as our old faithful coffeemaker had died that morning, I couldn''t leave without something to replace it. Unfortunately, my memory was not great and I couldn''t remember if this particular model was a good option or not (if I had remembered the reviews, I wouldn''t have purchased this model). Despite its shortcomings, we''ve decided to keep it, but if I had a chance to do it again, I would not choose this one.
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We have had this product for over a year now and have had no problems at all. Yes, there are features that could be improved, but I have found that with all coffee brewers. What we like most is that we can brew 12 cups, let it sit all morning, and no burnt taste whatsoever. We use it 2xs a day for morning and evening coffee and it has not failed us a single time.I bought this coffee maker to replace ours because I can''t stand the burn coffee flavor it bothers me if the glass carafe is not perfectly clean and shiny, and I also like how it looks.I was a little scared because I read some negative reviews about the product but OMG I love this coffee maker, it is perfect and does not make a mess at all, it is very easy to clean, use, and I think it is really nice looking :)
It also makes ice coffe if you put ice in the water reservoir.
I love that the coffee tastes fresh and you can''t tell is been there for 4 hours.
I love to pour the coffee into my cup! No mess!
Super easy to use.
I really recomed it!!! You would love it! I like it so much that I got another one for my mother after I had mine for a month.
Great Buy!
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LG WM3455HS 24 Front Load Compact Washer/Dryer Combo
QUALITYThe build quality of this washer/dryer combo is inconsistent: On the plus side, the machine is heavy enough to stay put, and the drum feels so solid that you could wash bricks in it. Giving 10 years warranty on the motor is also a nice touch. On the other side, the entire front (including the secondary "glass" and shiny bezel around it) is made of plastic, the control panel gets hot (can''t be good for the electronics), and I have observed kinks, such as a program starting in the middle maybe 1 out of 10 times, requiring an extra off/on.
THE WASHER
Frontloaders are only now making inroads in the US market, and if you believe "the internet", they are magical. I can confirm at least some of the claims in this specific incarnation: First, the washer is extremely frugal with all consumables involved: I''m down to 2 tablespoons of detergent and 1 of softener with no adverse effects; water is kept no higher than a puddle at all times, and the 1 hour cold cycle runs on a measly 0.1 kWh (or 3 cents for me). Second, the machine is easy on clothes: there are Delicate and Wool modes to give you an idea, plus I have successfully cleaned neoprene wetsuits (with special detergent), which are said to be shredded by agitators.
The major downside to the design is that the horizontal drum causes vibrations that many US homes cannot easily absorb. Consider my case, top floor of a pre-war walkup, woodbased building: even on medium spin speed, the contents of the fridge next to the machine would rattle loudly, and I only saw some relief after I bought Sorbothane Silent Feet. I''m fairly content now, but I still feel the machine should have better built-in vibration reduction, especially considering that LG is the company that showed off a washer operating on 4 glasses a few years ago!
THE DRYER
The dryer is the weaker part in this package. For starters, a full cycle runs for 4 hours (on top of the 1 hour wash), which makes this machine unsuitable for big family laundry days. There is no lint filter, so you''ll have to pry things out of the seal afterwards, and one low-temp cycle eats up 1.5kWh (= $0.50), somewhat negating the overall efficiency advantage. And as if all that wasn''t enough, I swear I see more wrinkles than before, with my Brooks Brothers "wrinkle free" shirts now coming out in MORE need of ironing than regular shirts!
Now all that said... if you can navigate around those issues (also see TIPS below), the advantage of the combo design begine to shine: all you have to do is drop in the dirties, set the timer, go to work, and come back to a readily washedanddried package! I''ve gotten used to doing this during the week, and found that I have more clean clothes available than before at any time, therefore donated some, AND gotten rid of my large dirtylaundry container! That was an unexpected triplewin in the space department for me, and worth the tradeoffs.
OPERATION
I find this machine easy enough to use, although there is room for improvement. Basically, you go from left to right: fill in the detergents, pick a cycle (cotton is the default), pick options (extra water, etc), select a dry mode, and press play. What irks me a little is that selections crossinterfere: for example, the machine may override your just-picked spin speed when you select a dry mode. Also, some drying combinations are missing: you can do time (30, 60, 120), dryness (damp, normal, extra), or "low temp", but no other permutations. For my wool pants or dive suits, a delicate wash cycle followed by 30 mins of lowtemp drying would have been perfect, but nope....
One nice feature worth mentioning: you can interrupt the program at any time, change any setting or open the door, and then resume. Even with the Extra Water option selected, nothing will pour out (like I said, frugal).
NOISE
This machine is specifically marketed as quiet, an important feature when you want to sell to urbanites who perhaps plan to sneak it into their apartment (usually forbidden) . And yes, the directdrive motor is a winner: all you get is a gentle hum at normal wash speeds. However, there are two problems (three if you count vibration, above):
The water inlet valves open/close/open/close/etc... up to six times each time water is added, and this triggered buildingwide "water hammer" events in my case. I used to think that this, too, was my building''s fault, but I found that many people experience this with LG machines even in new construction. Thankfully, there is a solution to it: socalled "water hammer arresters" like this Sioux model help out a lot.
The pump that gets the water out is loud. That being a vague qualifier, I ended up measuring it (we''ve all got issues!): washing or drying registers around 60dB, but when the pump comes on, the sound level jumps to 70dB. For comparison, these numbers happen to be the range of human conversation: it''s like someone speaking very softly (60 dB), then suddenly borderline shouting (70 dB). This keeps happening during the 4hour dry cycle as well, not just the washing.
TIPS
After a couple months of use, here are a few practical tips I''d like to pass on:
Use powder instead of liquid detergent. You''ll be able to do a prewash this way as well as use the timer feature. The softeners is ok in liquid form and won''t drip down.
To save on electricity and ease ironing, make sure you pick the fastest spin speed possible, then shorten the dry cycle. For business shirts or synthetics, I''m getting away with as little as 30 min drying time.
To run the dry cycle by itself: select "drain and spin" on the knob, set your dry option, then unselect the spin speed et voilà! you can dry your clothes some more or use Dryel sheets this way.
RECOMMENDATION
One the one hand, this is the best appliance I''ve ever purchased: spacesaving, efficient, and a heavenly luxury compared to the alternative which is an inconvenient and pricey "wash and fold". If you''re in a similar situation, I predict you''ll absolutely love this machine for what it does to your routine. On the other hand, there are some considerable flaws, mostly the noise level, slow drying, and the vibration issue. Overall, if you actually have the space for two machines, a separate washer / dryer would be the safer bet.
As a washer-dryer it functions as you would expect and is really only slightly smaller than a standard sized unit. For a family, I could see the capacity being a problem, but for a couple or a single person living alone I highly doubt you''d need more capacity than this machine provides.
-As a washer:
It has a number of different wash settings, functions as an HE washer (so use HE detergent), and does a normal sized load in about an hour.
-As a dryer:
I was concerned before I bought this as to how well this would function. It turned out much better than expected.
A key feature is that it is ventless, so no need to run an exhaust vent anywhere. It uses "condensation drying", not really sure as to the mechanics of how it is different, but I think steam builds up in the chamber where the clothes are loaded into, and the steam is slowly ''condensed'' and pumped out from the drain line.
Other reviewers may have noted that the clothes come out moist, but this isn''t the case at all... Upon removing clothes from the unit, a lot of residual steam is usually in the clothes chamber.
Remove the clothes, give them about 30 seconds for the steam to float away, and you''ll notice they are *bone* dry... When I first used this machine, I used the standard drying settings, and noticed that my clothes came out overly dry (at risk of shrinking) because of how well the dryer worked. I''ve since set the machine to timed drying, and usually set it to about one hour.
The one caveat is that clothes do need to be taken out soon after the dry cycle is complete otherwise the residual steam in the chamber will slowly condense back in to water and leave the clothes a little wet. I haven''t found this to be an issue, as I usually fold my clothes right after they dry anyway.
I load the machine with one full set of clothes (filling the chamber fully without compressing any clothes), no less and no more. I find it works well. Towels or jeans to dry and I might load it a little less.
For a complete cycle (washing and drying), I''ve found it to take just a little over 2 hours.
I don''t know about the durability of this machine yet, as I''ve only had it for 6 months or so but from what I understand, it''s very important to clean out the pump filter (small hatch on the lower front corner) every month or so, and brush lint off the front door of the machine, as there is no lint filter. Without this maintenance, the lint will build up inside the pump or motor and cause a whole lot of issues this seemed to be the cause of 90% of the repair issues from other reviewers I''ve seen on the web.
I bought the extended warranty just in case (I usually don''t buy ''em), just cause this is a combo unit, and it does seem a little sensor / electronics heavy.
The only cons I''ve really experienced are as follows, and some of them can be mitigated:
1) I would recommended using water hammer arrestors, as the inlet valves turn on and off very abruptly when first starting cycles. In buildings with older piping, I could imagine this could (but not necessarily) be loud, and / or cause damage to the supply lines. Not really an issue with the water hammer arrestors installed I haven''t noticed any sounds / vibrations on the hookup lines.
2) Unless this unit is *perfectly* balanced, it will vibrate a lot, and make a lot of noise during the spin cycle. When it''s not in the spin cycles, it sounds like a normal machine. When I ran the first spin cycle, it sounded like a low speed jet engine... I since leveled it as best as I could, got anti-vibration pads for the feet, and put in anti-noise / vibration foam around the sides which has dampened the sound somewhat... without taking these steps, I''m sure my neighbors would be complaining... even so it still is a little loud.
During the dry cycle, the drain pump is also a little loud, but that might be because I run my drain line to my tub while in use, and the pump may have to work a bit harder to get the water out.
If this machine ran quietly with the same functionality, I''d give it 5 stars. Without my custom mods, I''d probably give it 3/3.5 stars, because I could see neighbors complaining about the noise.
All-in-all though, the convenience of doing my laundry in my apartment trumps the hassle of setup. I''d recommend this machine to apartment dwellers.
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This unit does exactly as LG says it will do. It takes about three hours to transform your dirties into clean/dry laundry. The machine washes like a champ, but the drying takes time. The machine also requires a FIRM surface along with proper leveling. I live on the second story of a house in SF built in 1907, the floor is made of cheap wood... it took special rubber feet along with three hours of leveling and tweeking the feet in order to suppress the vibration caused by the spin cycle. It still vibrates and I''m sure my downstairs neighbors can hear which, but you can live with it, just make sure the machine isn''t on top of a bedroom.Bottom line:
Its a washer first
A dryer second
It''s not good for a family, but for me... my house which has two single guys, it works nicely. I will admit, it''s a cool machine... it''s slick, sturdy, and kinda fun to use!
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This is a great product, but takes some getting used to. I have had this washer/dryer for a little less than a month. I was a little disappointed at first, but after trying different settings now love it. Here are the tips that I have:1. Use the speed wash setting with high spin setting and cold water. It will wash in 24 minutes and use a minimal amount of electricity and water, but still do a good job.
2. USE ONLY THE TIME DRY!!!!! USING THE SENSOR DRY WILL EXTREMELY OVER DRY THE CLOTHES!!!!! CLOTHES MAY FEEL DAMP WHEN TAKEN OUT, BUT WILL DRY IN MINUTES ONCE TAKEN OUT.
3. Dry 30 minutes for synthetics. Dry 60 minutes for cotton clothes (not including jeans). Jeans dry 30-60 minutes then hang dry for 4-24 hours. For mixed load of cotton shirts and jeans dry 30 minutes, hang dry jeans, dry remaining clothes for 30 minutes.
If you have the space I would buy the larger LG Washer Dryer Combo, but if you are limited on space like me this one is great. This is definitely the best looking washer dryer combo on the market.
If you are scared of other stories you read about 4 hour dry times, don''t be. They are using the sensor dry and it over dries the clothes. I haven''t had to dry anything for more than 120 minutes. If you use the sensor dry jeans will come out wrinkled, better to take them out damp and air dry the rest of the way. If you do this jeans will come out less wrinkled than using a large/normal sized dryer plus it will save a lot of energy. They will air dry quickly because the spin does such a good job of pushing the water out of them.
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We have had this unit about 21 months at this point. Overall, it has been a champ. For 2 people & a dog, it is a great size and it cleans clothes really well. It wouldn''t be the first option if we had room for full size laundry machines, but for a size-strapped city condo, it is a perfect fit. It takes about 3.5 hours from start to finish and clothes come out ridiculously hot and dry. So hot I have to give them a minute to cool down before removal. It dries them well (albeit slowly), but if clothes are not removed immediately, the wrinkling sets in. And boy, the wrinkles can be bad unless clothes are hung/flattened as soon as they are finished.Aside from the wrinkles, this machine is great for day to day use. Really, it does a good job.
And for the bad:
-No timer. One would think a machine this pricey would come with a timer. Oh well.
-Water hammer. Just awful. It sounded like someone was shooting up our laundry room. It was so loud we bought the water hammer arrestors to help. And they do help, but that was an additional cost that should not be required.
-Flood-safe washer hoses are a bust. We had to go back and buy regular hoses. Hope they don''t leak or fail!
-In the 21 months that we have owned the machine, we have had to call a repairman to clean out an internal duct 2 times. It seems lint collects in the bowls of the machine and this lint can not be removed without taking the machine apart. So, $100 a pop for those cleanings. I understand that lint has to go somewhere, but you think they could make that area user-accessible so we could do it ourselves. And additionally, it seems that it has backed up again, so I''ll be calling the service guy again. That will be 3 times in 21 months it needs to be taken apart. Essentially, when this happens the dry sensor malfunctions and the machine thinks it is finished after the spin cycle (when the clothes are still sopping wet). Remove a fist full of backed-up lint and it runs like new again. Sigh.
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I know, it''s a bad title, but I couldn''t resist. The Oxo Shower Drain Protector is the perfect solution to catching hair in the shower and preventing clogs. We just moved into a new house with a shower stall in the master bath. Our old place had tub/shower combos, so all we had was the white plastic kind of hair catcher that fits over a tub stopper. In the shower, it slid around and worse: it slowed the drain of water so much, you ended up standing in water to your ankles before you were halfway done. I began to look for shields developed specifically for a shower and was surprised there weren''t many options, but the Oxo looked like the best choice. Thanks to Amazon, it arrived quickly and we put it to the test. We couldn''t be more pleased. It easily catches the hair, the water drains perfectly (what a relief!) and it stays in place. I highly recommend it.
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This product works really well. I have used plastic ones in the past and been disappointed. We regularly needed to use a drain snake due to frequent hair clogs, which works great, but not an enjoyable job. I''m amazed at the amount of hair this item catches. No wonder the drains clogged so frequently. Although its been a month with this drain protector, I''m confident I won''t be using the drain snake as often as I was. Well worth the money and looks as good or better than our normal stainless drain cover.Installation consists of just setting it on top of the existing drain cover. My only issues are that it does slide if kicked with a foot and the slight dome shape can be inverted if stepped on, but it is easy to reverse by flipping over and doing the same thing.
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