Nowadays, even in ordinary families, washing machines are very common household appliances. With the improvement of people's living standards, the requirements for quality of life are becoming more and more exquisite. Because ordinary washing machines rely entirely on mechanical force for washing, some clothes have been washed out before they are worn out. Therefore, most consumers' requirements for washing machines have been very different from those in the past. They should be clean and not damage clothes. This requires that the clothes should not be entangled and the friction force should not be too large when the washing machine is washing; In addition, it is required to wash it quickly. How to choose a suitable and satisfactory washing machine is urgently needed by consumers now.
To buy a washing machine, you must first understand the types of washing machines. At present, there are three kinds of washing machines in the world: drum type, pulsator type and agitator type. Electrostatic clothes are washed by chemical action, mechanical action, time and temperature. Among them, the share of stirring type in the world market is very small. But as far as drum washing machine and pulsator washing machine are concerned, there are still great differences in washing silence, power consumption, washing time and so on. We might as well compare:
Pulsator washing machine
The heating function cannot be heated. The water temperature is too low in winter, which will affect the water solubility of washing powder and washing. Relatively speaking, water consumption and washing powder are more than that of drum washing machine, and it is easy to entangle and knot clothes because of mechanical force.
Washing time Washing time is shorter than drum washing machine. Most parts are made of plastic. After a long time, they will get old, become loose and have a limited life.
Drum washing machine
The heating function can select the heating temperature, activate the biological enzyme in the washing powder and remove stubborn stains. The water level during washing is 1/3 of that of the pulsator washing machine, and the detergent consumption is reduced to 1/4 of that of the pulsator washing machine. It belongs to beating washing, and the clothes are not twisted and knotted, so it is suitable for washing high-grade items such as silk.
The washing time is relatively long.
Life: Most parts are made of stainless steel, which is durable and has a long service life. On the whole, drum washing machine is superior to Apollo wheel washing machine in washing silence, clothes wear, service life and energy consumption. Therefore, it has become a trend for modern families to choose drum washing machines.
At present, there are many brands of drum washing machines on the market, and they all look similar. In fact, the quality and function of different brands of drum washing machines sometimes vary greatly, so be sure to compare them carefully when purchasing. There are 10 shopping points here for consumers' reference when shopping.
1 When choosing a drum washing machine, is brand difference important?
Of course it matters.
There are many brands of drum washing machines on the market now, the biggest difference lies in quality and word of mouth; Those brands with history and popularity, whose product quality and reputation have stood the test of time, are trustworthy brands. Before, because the manufacturing technology of domestic drum washing machines was mostly imported from abroad, you should ask about the technical source, manufacturer background and production history of drum washing machines when buying them.
2 How to distinguish the quality of inner and outer cylinders?
The part of the washing machine that directly contacts the clothes is the inner cylinder, and the technology of the inner cylinder is directly related to the cleanliness of the clothes. The perforated edge of the inner cylinder should be smooth, and the outer surface of the convex inner cylinder must be arc-shaped without edges and corners, so as to avoid wearing and hooking clothes; In addition, the more times the inner cylinder is punched, the faster the water flow and the cleaner the rinsing.
Because the inner and outer cylinders are in direct contact with the washing liquid, they need to be heated. Therefore, we should choose high-quality stainless steel as the material, which can resist corrosion and has a long service life; The outer cylinder of some washing machines is enamel, but the enamel is easy to fall off, which will make the outer cylinder rust.
What is the size of the capacity?
Different capacities meet the needs of different consumers. Small capacity is suitable for singles, and large capacity is suitable for families. When buying, you should choose the model that suits you according to your usual laundry habits.
Generally speaking, drum washing machines with different thicknesses have different washing capacities. The washing machine is marked with rated capacity, and the actual washing capacity is about 60% of the rated capacity. If the laundry exceeds the optimal washing capacity, it will reduce the cleanliness of the laundry, increase vibration and noise, and shorten the life of the washing machine.
In addition, it should be noted that the capacity of the clothes dryer is generally 1/3 to 1/2 of the washing capacity. If the washing amount is small, the drying amount will be smaller and the drying efficiency will be reduced.
4 dehydration speed can be adjusted at will, is it more ideal?
Because different clothes need different dehydration speeds, the speed of throwing woolen clothes should be low, and the speed of throwing jeans should be high, so that the clothes can be kept clean and not damaged.
Within a range, the dehydration speed can be adjusted at will, which is suitable for clothes with all fabrics. From the panel, the truly adjustable dehydration speed should be knob-type, and the knob with obvious pause during rotation can't make any choice on the speed.
5 what should I pay attention to when buying a laundry dryer?
Pay attention to the difference between drying capacity and washing capacity. The laundry dry cleaning machine is a complex combination of laundry system and drying system. In terms of process and technology, dehydration speed and energy consumption are important indicators, and the balance system is the key. The higher the dehydration speed, the drier the rotation and the faster the drying.
Because of the large energy consumption required for drying, the energy consumption of different brands is very different. In order to consider the purchase and use costs, it is best to carefully compare the data provided by the manufacturers before making a decision.
Does the drainage system affect the washing effect?
If the drainage system is not scientifically designed, washing powder and high-concentration washing liquid will flow into the drainage pipe, resulting in a lot of waste of washing powder and corrosion of the drainage pipe, and the sewage flowing back to the inner cylinder is also easy to stain clothes.
At present, the most advanced and scientific solution on the market is to install a ball valve device at the drain, which will block the drain when the water is washed to prevent the loss of washing powder and water and the backflow of sewage; When draining, the ball valve sinks, which does not affect the sewage discharge. Rinsing is clean and thorough, saving water by 40% and washing powder by 70%.
7 Should I know some technical parameters?
Technical parameters such as water, electricity, detergent and time consumption should be known to consumers. When you buy it, you should compare the leaflets of various brands. The figures on them are clearly marked, which is more reliable and will be guaranteed. If it's just what the sponsor said, it's certainly unfounded, so it can't be based; You can't believe everything without exact data, such as "how much to save" and "how much to improve".
Do you have a silent washing machine?
Because most families in China put washing machines in bathrooms or balconies, and some in living rooms, they are very sensitive to the noise of washing machines. The noise of the washing machine comes not only from the motor, but also from the balance system, speed regulation system and overload washing of the machine. Therefore, when purchasing, you should choose a drum washing machine with good motor and leading technology.
Now there is a silent patented drum washing machine. The noise is only below 58 decibels at 800 rpm, which is lower than the noise value of ordinary pulsator washing machine. When buying, it is best to ask the salesperson to demonstrate on the spot, compare the noise level, or refer to the noise values of various brands.
Is there a washing machine that washes faster?
Because the drum washing machine will not entangle the clothes, it can improve the cleanliness through long-term washing without damaging the clothes; In addition, the laundry process is fully automatic and does not need monitoring, so it takes a long time and won't make people worry too much. But many consumers are still used to washing clothes quickly, so don't worry, because there is a new type of fast washing drum washing machine.
The so-called fast washing is "fast washing time+fast washing rhythm". There are also some so-called "quick washing", which just ends the washing process ahead of time or renamed the washing process with shorter washing time as quick washing process, and can not achieve satisfactory washing effect. The special fast washing program can adjust the washing rhythm, not missing every necessary washing step, ensuring full washing and achieving good washing effect, which is suitable for all clothing materials.
How to judge the appearance and technology of 10?
The washing machine at home reflects your daily necessities, so the appearance should be concise and bright, and the color should match the furniture. The service life of high-quality washing machines can reach more than 10 years, so it is best not to choose fashionable ones to avoid being out of date soon.
A really good machine should be what it looks like. When shopping in the mall, you can let the promoters open the top cover to see the manufacturing process. The method is simple. Just remove two small screws and look at the source and assembly of internal balance weights, cables and parts, which will help you make a choice.
2. How to choose a washing machine
Market demand and development trend
The washing machine has made rapid progress and development in quality, technology, function and appearance. From the original single-cylinder washing machine to double-cylinder sleeve injection machine, semi-automatic and full-automatic, and then to artificial intelligence full-fuzzy control, the degree of automation is getting higher and higher, which will be the development trend of washing machines.
Large-capacity and miniaturized washing machines are favored by different families. The combined washing machine with mother and son washing separately can meet the needs of washing different clothes separately, washing a large number of clothes at the same time and washing small clothes immediately, which is deeply loved by consumers. Simple and beautiful shape, elegant design, cute, colorful, soft or handsome, can fully reflect the owner's taste and personality, will be very popular in the market.
Comparison of different models
Drum, pulsator and bionic scrubbing washing machine can meet the needs of consumers with different preferences. Drum-type is made of positive and negative rotation of the drum, clothes are lifted by ribs and fall freely by gravity. The washing degree is even, the clothes are not easy to entangle, and even high-grade clothes such as silk and wool can be washed. The drum can also heat water to further improve the washing effect, which is beneficial to protect clothes even if corrosive detergents such as mesh are not used. On the other hand, the impeller impacts clothes through the vortex generated by the high-speed operation of the impeller, and its cleanliness is higher than that of the drum 10%, and its wear rate is higher than that of the drum 10%. The comprehensive performance of the scrubbing type is good, and the washing uniformity, washing time, clothes breakage rate and noise are all between the drum and the impeller.
Personality characteristics of washing machine
"Three-in-one": integrating washing, dehydration and drying. "Double power supply": Two heating pipes can be used by consumers to choose between single-tube and double-tube heating and washing, even if there is a limit on the electricity meter at home. "Intelligence": Adjust the water injection amount according to the weight of clothes and fiber types, so that the optimal amount of water and the appropriate amount of washing powder can be completely dissolved, reaching the optimal concentration, and the clothes can be fully soaked. "Sanitary disinfection": with heating device, available in all models. "Frequency conversion": the computer control system automatically senses the balance of clothes, determines the optimal speed of motor dehydration, and truly fundamentally solves the problems of vibration and noise. "Fuzzy control" means that the washing machine judges the weight, texture and pollution degree of clothes through sensors, automatically determines the water level and detergent dosage, and determines the best washing program. "Waterfall water flow": By circulating three-dimensional water flow, it impacts clothes like a waterfall, increasing tumbling, reducing entanglement, improving cleanliness, and even knotted towels can be washed away. "Overflow rinsing": During rinsing, clean water is continuously injected from the washing tank, so that soap bubbles and oil stains will not remain on the clothes and drum walls, but will be discharged through the overflow port. "Automatic dynamic balancing system": even if a large number of clothes are dehydrated at high speed, the clothes in the drum can be automatically balanced.