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 Big or small? Washing Machine Capacity.Living alone or big family. Buying a small capacity might be a false economy. If you have to a larger wash then doing 2 washes will end up costing more.What capacity will you need? These days you can get loads upto 10kg. But is it worth the extra costs. upto 5kg capacity would be ideal if you are living on your own; 6.5kg is a good size for a smaller family and anything above this is probably only worth it if you have a large family - and a 10kg+ load? you could always open up a laundry! Washing Machine Spin speed.The higher the spin speed, the quicker water will be removed from the wash load. Most machines come with two spin speeds. 1000 - 1800 rpm - a higher speed for cottons and 400 - 800 rpm - a lower speed for synthetics and delicates. Energy EfficiencyThe average washing machine does over 250 wash cycles each year. An A-rated machine uses over 30% less energy than a typical old one, saving you up to £5 a year and reducing carbon emissions. When purchasing any electrical appliance, choosing an energy efficient one makes sense both to the enviroment and keeping money in your pocket. The EU Enery Label system helps you make a knowledgeable decision. The label is attached onto all appliances and it provides clear and easily recognisable information about the energy consumption and performance of products.Washing machine ProgrammesAll machines have a number of pre-programmed wash cycles. Selecting the right program to suit your wash load will help you get the most from your machine. Common programmes include Economy wash,Light load, Hand wash, Quick-wash, Delayed start,Extra rinsing.Water ConsumptionAccording to the Environment Agency, washing machines typically account for about 14 per cent of the water we use at home. Many machines now incorporate fuzzy logic to add a degree of "intelligence". Typically, the machine will add enough water to help match the size of the load and some will even check for suds to see if an extra rinse cycle is required. You can get information from Waterwise - they have compiled a database detailing water consumption. |
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