FRONT LOADER

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Description

A Front Loader is a washing machine, or clothes washer, where the clothes enter via the front of the machine. A front loader tends to be gentler on clothes than a top loader.
    

Typical features of a Front Loader

Features often found in Front Loader include:
  • Pre-programmed wash cycles.
  • Choice of water level, depending on the size of the wash.
  • Choice of water temperature.
  • A water heater, which is required because of the longer cycle times.
  • Selectable spin speed—a higher spin speed results in faster drying, but with extra stress on clothes.

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    Some things to look for in a Front Loader

    Ideas to think about when buying a Front Loader:
  • Energy efficiency rating. Some countries have standars for rating the energy efficiency of Front Loaders
  • Water efficiency rating. Front-loaders tend to use less water than top loaders. Many countries have standards for water efficiency.
  • How gentle is the Front Loader on clothes?
  • How well the Front Loader washes clothes. This information, including comparisons of different types of Front Loader can be found in independent reviews.
  • You should ensure that the Front Loader has programmed wash cycles suitable for your use.
  • Does loading at the front suit your room?

    • Manufacturers of Front Loader

    Brands of Front Loader include:
    • Simpson.  Products from Simpson include Top Loader, Front Loader and Washing Machine
    • Miele.  Products from Miele include Clothes Washer, Electric Oven, and Front Loader
    • Bosch.  Products from Bosch include Gas Hot Water, Front Loader, Instant Hot Water, Heating and Cooktop
    • AEG.  Products from AEG include Induction Cooktop, Front Loader and
    • LG.  Products from LG include , Washing Machine and Clothes Washer
    • Ariston.  Products from Ariston include and Front Loader
    • Whirlpool.  Products from Whirlpool include and Clothes Washer
    • Westinghouse.  Products from Westinghouse include , Front Loader, Freezer and Clothes Washer

    Other topics in our resources on Appliances related to Front Loader include: 
     
  • Clothes Washer
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  • Top Loader (Top-Loading Washing Machine)

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