LG F1409TDS reviews: Front Loading loading, 8kg capacity washing machine

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+ This washing machine scores high on noise. - It has no outstanding negative points. “This machine is very quiet during it's whole cycle. it is also not as deep as…” Vicky , Romford View all 28 real customer reviews

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Cycle times	8.6
Ease of use	9.3
Features	9.5
Noise	9.2
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.5
Overall rating	9.1

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Score 10.0/10

Vicky , Romford

+ This machine is very quiet during it's whole cycle. It is also not as deep as other machines which was one of the reasons for us choosing it. The drum is very spacious and, so far, I am very pleased with the efficiency of the wash. Would definitely recommend.

- The only downside I've come across so far is that you cannot select a spin only cycle so if the machine automatically chooses a shorter spin you can't put the wash back in for a further spin once it's finished. However, because the machine is so quiet and good-looking I think I'll get by without it!

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14 of 14 people found this review helpful

purchased 28 Jul 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Good washing results
very quiet
already doing atleast one load a day

- a little expensive for an 8 kg washing machine

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Jul 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ nice to use looks good and has a really slim profile good for narrow work tops. Lots of great features like the steam function. Highly recommended!

- none at this stage!

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

purchased 10 Aug 2008

Score 10.0/10

Fiona, Orpington

+ It looks fantastic, is extremely quiet, has a massive load capacity, plays a little tune to alert you when the cycle has finished then turns itself off.

- Nothing!

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5 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 30 Jul 2008

Score 9.0/10

rina, rotherham

+ the smartest washing machine i have ever seen

- Reviewer left no comment

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

purchased 27 Jul 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ near silent, fast plenty of options for different washes.

- can seem a little complicated at first.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Sep 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “New mum”

+ I use cloth nappies and this machine washes them beautifully, they are softer and brighter than they were when I bought them! Because it's bigger I am using it less often.

- Cycle times are long unless you use the 30 minute option which isn't good enough for heavily soiled things.

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purchased 22 Oct 2008

Score 9.0/10

Amanda, Kent

+ Large drum, can change the pre settings e.g 30 minute wash change spin to 1200 instead of set 600. Nice and quiet spin compared to my past machines.

- if you accidently switch machine off, you have to start wash from beginning.

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purchased 05 Oct 2008

Score 7.0/10

Kate, Wirral

+ I like being able to select the temperature, additional rinses and spin speed. It seems to wash the clothes well, rinse them thoroughly (if additional rinses are selected) and spin speed.

- It looks awful - far too much chrome and bling for my Victorian kitchen! I'm dismayed to find there isn't a separate rinse cycle and it seems to be wearing out my clothes - the hand wash cycle in particular isn't gentle enough and I will probably revert to hand-washing by hand!

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2 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 13 Nov 2008

Score 10.0/10

John, London

+ The LG is incredibly quiet and easy to use. It is extremely efficient, and its 1400 spin speed reduces drying time considerably. It is undoubtedly the best washing machine we have owned.

- Some of the washing cycles are very long - but if this is a consequence of the machine's high efficiency, it is a small price to pay.

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purchased 30 Oct 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ it is silent when in spin cycle and with an open plan kitchen diner and sitting room its a god send.

- none really could say the annoying little tune it plays when it has finished its cycle, and off course the price a little expencive but for silence its worth it.

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purchased 11 Nov 2008

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Steam Clean Option

- None

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purchased 07 Oct 2008

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ We have yet to find anything bad to say about this machine as we have only had it for a short time, but it has exceeded our expectations up until now.

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 27 Dec 2008

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Aretired engineer”

+ I found the drum size good and we found it very stable on a solid floor, our previous LG machine was good and very reliable but did not like out of balance loads

- I thought the instruction book could be much improved, the information is there but needs a bit of digging

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purchased 08 Jan 2009

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Product Features

Construction	Freestanding
Built-in machines have a cabinet door attached to the front of them so that they look like the rest of your kitchen. Freestanding machines can be seen and the machine can be placed in any position in your kitchen.
Drum size (kg)	8
Energy Efficiency	A
The more efficient the product, the less energy it needs and the more you get for your money. ‘A’ rated products are the most efficient and ‘G’ rated products are the least efficient. The most efficient products can now be identified by new ‘A’ and ‘A*’ ratings.
Type of Loading	Front Loading
This refers to where you can load the washing into the machine. Front loading is when the door is on the front of the machine and top loading is when you put washing in through an opening at the top of the machine. When purchasing a top loading machine, make sure you have enough room to open the hatch (top loading machines cannot be placed under a worktop). When looking for front loading machines, take note of which way the door opens so that you can make sure you have enough room to take washing in and out of the machine.
Noise Level in Decibels	54
Measures how loud the machine is. For quieter machines, look for models with a noise level under 60 decibles.
Number of Programmes	9
The number of different programmes available on this machine that you can choose from
Colour	White
The main colour of the product.
Height in cm	84.2
The distance from the very top of the product to the very bottom.
Width in cm	60
Depth in cm	55

Energy Savings Trust Feature	Yes
A Yes means this this product has been rated as being energy-efficient by the Energy Savings Trust. Good for the environment and good for your electricity bill!
Spin Efficiency	A
The more efficient the spin, the more water will be extracted from your washing which means it will need less time in the dryer or less time on the line. ‘A’ rated products are the most efficient and ‘G’ rated products the least efficient.
Wash Efficiency	A
This rating refers to how well a machine cleans during a cycle. ‘A’ rated products are the most efficient and ‘G’ rated products the least efficient.
Energy Consumption in kWh (60° C)	1.2
Water Consumption in Litres (60° C)	52
The average amount of water your machine uses per 60 degree wash.
Display of Remaining Time	Yes
Tells you how long there is left until the end of the cycle.
Start Delay Option	No
Enables you to delay the start of the cycle. This is useful if you want to set the machine to go on during the night so that you can take advantage of cheaper electricity rates.
Child-Lock	No
A mechanism that makes it difficult for children to open the machine during operation.
Half-Load	Yes
When washing only a few items, the half-load feature uses less water which will save time, energy and of course water.
Release Date	28 May 2008
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.

Cost Per Cycle in Pounds	£0.11
How much money your machine will cost you per wash.
Cost Per Year in Pounds	£30.23
How much money your machine will cost to operate per year, based on the UK average usage of 274 6kg wash-cycles per year.
kg CO2 per year	106.04
The amount of carbon dioxide your machine will produce per year.

Also known as: LG ELCTRNC, LG 1400RPM

Washing Machines Buyers Guide

Manufacturer's Description

Large capacity, sleek and compact, energy savings, removes wrinkles iron-free.

8kg Wash Capacity, 1400rpm Variable Spin Steam Direct Drive.

Steam Wash
Steam cleans better than water.
How can steam penetrate more effectively then water? It’s surprisingly simple. The molecules of steam are smaller, hotter, and more active. So steam gets between fibres to dissolve dirt, remove odours, and destroy allergens. Steam also takes less time to do a better job, because it reaches higher temperatures more quickly.

Reduces Allergens
Certified to remove allergens
Steam’s high temperature dissolves the irritants that can harm sensitive skin. The Allergy Care cycle maintains a temperature of 60° Celsius for 10 minutes inside the drum, helping you effectively remove allergens.

Direct Drive
True beauty comes from the inside.
Conventional washing machines use what we call an exterior motor. It’s located outside the drum, with lots of parts to replace, lots of vibration, and lots of noise. But LG Steam is hardly conventional. Because LG Steam’s Direct Drive™ Motor is directly attached to the centre of the MegaDrum.

The New Drum
Each element of the drum works together to clean better. LG Steam’s ergonomic drum comes in two sizes: big (8kg) and bigger (9kg). A bigger drum improves the quality of your wash. Clothes move with fewer tangles and more churning action.

Reduces Creases: Steam refreshes your clothes in just 20 minutes
Let’s say you want to go out tonight wearing the same dress or shirt your wore today, but it’s sweaty or creased. No problem. With Steam Refresh, your outfit is ready to wear fast, with fewer creases and odours.

Easy Control: Bigger LCD screen. Simpler controls.
LG Steam’s control panel provides you with more information about the status of your wash and shows you all ways the Steam can care for your clothes.

Cycles and Options: Every cycle is a benefit
Different items – and different people in your home – have different washing needs. That’s why LG Steam gives you more cycles and more options than any other washer in its class.

Wash Capacity
• 8kg

Features
• 1400/1200/1000/800/600/400/No spin
• Energy Efficiency Class: A++
• Standby Power Zero
• 9 Programs – Refresh, Allergy Care, Baby Care, Cotton,Cotton-Quick, Synthetic, Delicate, Hand Wash/Wool, Quick30
• 13 special options – Pre Wash, Rinse Hold, Rinse+, Rinse++, Steam wash, Medic Care rinse, Intensive, Crease Care, Tub Clean, Spin Only, No Spin, Child-Look, Beeper
• Cold water inlet hose only

Dimension(with Top plate / without Top plate
• W (600mm) x D (550/530mm) x H (842/812mm)

Boxed Weight
• 69kg

Other Features
• Big LCD Display

More info at LG's website

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