Mine has just breathed it’s last.

I have an ASKO. They have eliminated the big rubber gasket between the casing and the drum by placing the door in the drum itself. That was always the weak point in our previous front loader.

bluegreen said:

I have an ASKO. They have eliminated the big rubber gasket between the casing and the drum by placing the door in the drum itself. That was always the weak point in our previous front loader.

Any particular model? How long have you had it?

bubba louie said:

bluegreen said:

I have an ASKO. They have eliminated the big rubber gasket between the casing and the drum by placing the door in the drum itself. That was always the weak point in our previous front loader.

Any particular model? How long have you had it?

a while now as in years, not sure of the model, sorry. Never had any problems with it.

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

Don’t worry bon, I couldn’t tell you mine without checking either.

Choice is OK for giving you a starting point but they only go by certain criteria. They might recommend a machine that performs beautifully but dies 12 months after you buy it.

bubba louie said:

Choice is OK for giving you a starting point but they only go by certain criteria. They might recommend a machine that performs beautifully but dies 12 months after you buy it.

That’s true.. I usually try to use Google to ascertain which are considered the “reliable” brands, but you guys are probably a much easier and more reliable resource! :)

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

bon008 said:

bubba louie said:

Choice is OK for giving you a starting point but they only go by certain criteria. They might recommend a machine that performs beautifully but dies 12 months after you buy it.

That’s true.. I usually try to use Google to ascertain which are considered the “reliable” brands, but you guys are probably a much easier and more reliable resource! :)

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

My old top ;oader didn’t have filters. The lint was flushed out in the final rinse.

I have a Hoover, I’ve had it for years. It doesn’t do big loads of heavy stuff but it’s fine otherwise. I’ve had the door seal replaced a couple of times too.

orchid40 said:

I have a Hoover, I’ve had it for years. It doesn’t do big loads of heavy stuff but it’s fine otherwise. I’ve had the door seal replaced a couple of times too.

our LG washing machine has been broken down for a year now – so i can recommend the laundromat LOL.
asea (asko) and miele are the top two.

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

I had to think about it :)

bon008 said:

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

depending on the brand there should be a little door somewhere near the bottom, with a barrel shaped filter that screws out. But first you must make sure that you use the little tube there to drain out the residual water into a container or when you take out the filter you will get it all over the floor. My original front loader was a hoover and it didn’t have a filter, they reckoned it didn’t need one! I can’t remember the last time I cleaned out the filter on our current machine. Because front loaders are much gentler on your clothes there is a lot less lint than in a top loader. This means your clothes last longer too.

bluegreen said:

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

I had to think about it :)

This will show my age. I can remember my Mums first washing machine. It was a Naco front loader. The only others that were around at that time were the wringer type. The Naco was huge compared to the ones on the market now. Just imagine w.machines started out as front loaders but, as always, we get too smart for our own good.

I had to buy a new machine a couple of years ago and opted for a top loader. I know they recommend front loaders for economy and water saving but I can’t handle bending down for access to the opening. Too old for that now so a top loader for me and hang the expence.

bluegreen said:

bon008 said:

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

depending on the brand there should be a little door somewhere near the bottom, with a barrel shaped filter that screws out. But first you must make sure that you use the little tube there to drain out the residual water into a container or when you take out the filter you will get it all over the floor. My original front loader was a hoover and it didn’t have a filter, they reckoned it didn’t need one! I can’t remember the last time I cleaned out the filter on our current machine. Because front loaders are much gentler on your clothes there is a lot less lint than in a top loader. This means your clothes last longer too.

This is all true. I know there is a filter somewhere in mine but it’s only accessible to the repair mechanics. I had a wire from a bra stuck in it once but no lint.

orchid40 said:

bluegreen said:

bon008 said:

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

depending on the brand there should be a little door somewhere near the bottom, with a barrel shaped filter that screws out. But first you must make sure that you use the little tube there to drain out the residual water into a container or when you take out the filter you will get it all over the floor. My original front loader was a hoover and it didn’t have a filter, they reckoned it didn’t need one! I can’t remember the last time I cleaned out the filter on our current machine. Because front loaders are much gentler on your clothes there is a lot less lint than in a top loader. This means your clothes last longer too.

This is all true. I know there is a filter somewhere in mine but it’s only accessible to the repair mechanics. I had a wire from a bra stuck in it once but no lint.

Hmm. Maybe I will just ignore the filter issue until something breaks, then :)

bubba louie said:

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

Don’t worry bon, I couldn’t tell you mine without checking either.

Ditto :) :(

bon008 said:

orchid40 said:

bluegreen said:

depending on the brand there should be a little door somewhere near the bottom, with a barrel shaped filter that screws out. But first you must make sure that you use the little tube there to drain out the residual water into a container or when you take out the filter you will get it all over the floor. My original front loader was a hoover and it didn’t have a filter, they reckoned it didn’t need one! I can’t remember the last time I cleaned out the filter on our current machine. Because front loaders are much gentler on your clothes there is a lot less lint than in a top loader. This means your clothes last longer too.

This is all true. I know there is a filter somewhere in mine but it’s only accessible to the repair mechanics. I had a wire from a bra stuck in it once but no lint.

Hmm. Maybe I will just ignore the filter issue until something breaks, then :)

If you can’t see a way to clean the filter, ie have access to it, yes.

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

Yep. Ours is a Kleenmaid. I can’t name the fridges tho’…

bon008 said:

bubba louie said:

Choice is OK for giving you a starting point but they only go by certain criteria. They might recommend a machine that performs beautifully but dies 12 months after you buy it.

Actually that’s just reminded me about one problem I have with my washing machine. Even after consulting the manual I cannot work out how to clean out the filters. Cleaning out filters is important, isn’t it?! So much easier in a top loader…

My top loader does not have a filter: haven’t seen a filter in a washing machine for years…

I do believe you can get top loaders that are just as water-efficient as the front end loaders…so I heard…

Dinetta said:

I do believe you can get top loaders that are just as water-efficient as the front end loaders…so I heard…

Plus if you do a lot of washing, with a top loader that gives you the option to save the water and reuse it, you’d easily beat a front loader for water use. My parents used to do this all the time – the recycled water was fine for towels etc.

pepe said:

orchid40 said:

I have a Hoover, I’ve had it for years. It doesn’t do big loads of heavy stuff but it’s fine otherwise. I’ve had the door seal replaced a couple of times too.

our LG washing machine has been broken down for a year now – so i can recommend the laundromat LOL.
asea (asko) and miele are the top two.

One bit of adice that came via an appliance repairman is to get the cheapest one that does what we want, because they aren’t built to last anymore, and you can get two cheapies for the price of one expensive brand.

pomolo said:

bluegreen said:

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

I had to think about it :)

This will show my age. I can remember my Mums first washing machine. It was a Naco front loader. The only others that were around at that time were the wringer type. The Naco was huge compared to the ones on the market now. Just imagine w.machines started out as front loaders but, as always, we get too smart for our own good.

I had to buy a new machine a couple of years ago and opted for a top loader. I know they recommend front loaders for economy and water saving but I can’t handle bending down for access to the opening. Too old for that now so a top loader for me and hang the expence.

You can put front loaders on a low bench to raise them.

Dinetta said:

I do believe you can get top loaders that are just as water-efficient as the front end loaders…so I heard…

i think there’s a top loader that works on the same principle as a front loader, but I want to stack mine with a drier.

bubba louie said:

One bit of adice that came via an appliance repairman is to get the cheapest one that does what we want, because they aren’t built to last anymore, and you can get two cheapies for the price of one expensive brand.

If you go that way I’d be looking at the reliability in terms of how much servicing they will need. You might get two for the price of a better brand, but they might break down and need servicing more often too.

Dinetta said:

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

Yep. Ours is a Kleenmaid. I can’t name the fridges tho’…

A kleenmaid is about to become pretty rare I reckon.

bubba louie said:

pepe said:

orchid40 said:

I have a Hoover, I’ve had it for years. It doesn’t do big loads of heavy stuff but it’s fine otherwise. I’ve had the door seal replaced a couple of times too.

our LG washing machine has been broken down for a year now – so i can recommend the laundromat LOL.
asea (asko) and miele are the top two.

One bit of adice that came via an appliance repairman is to get the cheapest one that does what we want, because they aren’t built to last anymore, and you can get two cheapies for the price of one expensive brand.

I bet that’s true too.

bubba louie said:

pomolo said:

bluegreen said:

I had to think about it :)

This will show my age. I can remember my Mums first washing machine. It was a Naco front loader. The only others that were around at that time were the wringer type. The Naco was huge compared to the ones on the market now. Just imagine w.machines started out as front loaders but, as always, we get too smart for our own good.

I had to buy a new machine a couple of years ago and opted for a top loader. I know they recommend front loaders for economy and water saving but I can’t handle bending down for access to the opening. Too old for that now so a top loader for me and hang the expence.

You can put front loaders on a low bench to raise them.

We considered it but we weren’t living in our own home at the time.

pomolo said:

Dinetta said:

bon008 said:

Is it normal to know your washing machine brand off the top of your head? I can’t for the life of me remember what ours is.

It’s about 4 or 5 years old now, and we bought it after sussing out Choice magazine. I’ll try to remember to check the make and model tonight.

Yep. Ours is a Kleenmaid. I can’t name the fridges tho’…

A kleenmaid is about to become pretty rare I reckon.

My MiL spent up big on Kleenmaid appliances for her new kitchen, right before they went bust :(

pomolo said:

A kleenmaid is about to become pretty rare I reckon.

…sadly…Ours is 16 years old…

bon008 said:

My MiL spent up big on Kleenmaid appliances for her new kitchen, right before they went bust :(

Some of the equipment (e.g. the hoses) is generic…

Dinetta said:

bon008 said:

My MiL spent up big on Kleenmaid appliances for her new kitchen, right before they went bust :(

Some of the equipment (e.g. the hoses) is generic…

Although our dishwasher is a Kleenmaid too, and it’s 15 years old…

HAve a look here gives a lot of info

http://www.productreview.com.au/category.php?cat_id=1041

Also here find out the one you want and then buy from here—cheaper and they deliver free to some places

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/

Grasshopper said:

Also here find out the one you want and then buy from here—cheaper and they deliver free to some places

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/

same place I got mine Grassy :)

They are good aren’t they Thee—and sometimes much cheaper

was very happy cept they forgot to deliver my new tumble dryer so I canceled that order as I could not wait, very hard to beat on price that is for sure !!!

Thee said:

Grasshopper said:

Also here find out the one you want and then buy from here—cheaper and they deliver free to some places

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/

same place I got mine Grassy :)

My Sister-in-law used them just recently. Free delivery, on time, and took the old one away free.

I’ve got a bath tub full of dirty clothes. I’ll let the soak for a while and then I’m going to stomp on them like treading grapes.

bubba louie said:

I’ve got a bath tub full of dirty clothes. I’ll let the soak for a while and then I’m going to stomp on them like treading grapes.

The situation is desperate…sounds like a plan, tho’

Dinetta said:

bubba louie said:

I’ve got a bath tub full of dirty clothes. I’ll let the soak for a while and then I’m going to stomp on them like treading grapes.

The situation is desperate…sounds like a plan, tho’

Worked a treat and easy on the back. LOL

bubba louie said:

I’ve got a bath tub full of dirty clothes. I’ll let the soak for a while and then I’m going to stomp on them like treading grapes.

if nothing else Bubba you’ll have clean feet, lmao

Thee said:

bubba louie said:

I’ve got a bath tub full of dirty clothes. I’ll let the soak for a while and then I’m going to stomp on them like treading grapes.

if nothing else Bubba you’ll have clean feet, lmao

I certainly did.

It was a near thing. MrBL loved the Asko design but we got an offer we couldn’t re3fuse on a Bosch, so his miserly side won out.

Machine + 5 year warranty + Surge protector thingo for $900.

bubba louie said:

It was a near thing. MrBL loved the Asko design but we got an offer we couldn’t re3fuse on a Bosch, so his miserly side won out.

Machine + 5 year warranty + Surge protector thingo for $900.

As long as it washes clothes that is the main thing.

Lucky1 said:

bubba louie said:

It was a near thing. MrBL loved the Asko design but we got an offer we couldn’t re3fuse on a Bosch, so his miserly side won out.

Machine + 5 year warranty + Surge protector thingo for $900.

As long as it washes clothes that is the main thing.

And now that I think of it.. I think ours is a Bosch :D Still haven’t remembered to go out and check!

Lucky1 said:

bubba louie said:

It was a near thing. MrBL loved the Asko design but we got an offer we couldn’t re3fuse on a Bosch, so his miserly side won out.

Machine + 5 year warranty + Surge protector thingo for $900.

As long as it washes clothes that is the main thing.

They all do that but some do it longer.

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

I just saw the repair bill for the washing machine the other daY: $355 for a new timer :0!

Worth it as I am not in the mood for washing machine shopping

Last time the microwave died, we had to pay for 3 of the same part as the leccy (best in town) broke 2 before he found the problem and the part was about $20 each…but even at that price it was worth repairing as they don’t make them that big any more apparently…

How old is the microwave?

Dinetta said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

I just saw the repair bill for the washing machine the other daY: $355 for a new timer :0!

Worth it as I am not in the mood for washing machine shopping

Last time the microwave died, we had to pay for 3 of the same part as the leccy (best in town) broke 2 before he found the problem and the part was about $20 each…but even at that price it was worth repairing as they don’t make them that big any more apparently…

How old is the microwave?

OLD, probably too old to bother repairing. We inherited it from my Mum.

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

You’re kidding! How many chinamen did you kill again?

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

You’re kidding! How many chinamen did you kill again?

In a previous life maybe.

bubba louie said:

Dinetta said:

How old is the microwave?

OLD, probably too old to bother repairing. We inherited it from my Mum.

That would be OLD, yes, indeedy

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

bubba louie said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

You never know Bubba, this might be a keeper…

bubba louie said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

all you need it it is for just warming things , my is from a bin at work and adeff. keeper lol

bubba louie said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

all you need it it is for just warming things , my is from a bin at work and adeff. keeper lol

twitchy fingers, TheE?

Dinetta said:

bubba louie said:

bubba louie said:

Now the ruddy microwave’s died.

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

You never know Bubba, this might be a keeper…

It’s going back tomorrow. The enamel on the inside is starting to bubble. :(

bubba louie said:

Dinetta said:

bubba louie said:

We really lashed out on the new one.

$49 homebrand from Kmart. LOL

You never know Bubba, this might be a keeper…

It’s going back tomorrow. The enamel on the inside is starting to bubble. :(

Oh No! You sure the guarantee hasn’t run our? I just thought with your luck, you know!

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

Dinetta said:

You never know Bubba, this might be a keeper…

It’s going back tomorrow. The enamel on the inside is starting to bubble. :(

Oh No! You sure the guarantee hasn’t run our? I just thought with your luck, you know!

In less than a week? That’d be some sort of record. LOL

bubba louie said:

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

It’s going back tomorrow. The enamel on the inside is starting to bubble. :(

Oh No! You sure the guarantee hasn’t run our? I just thought with your luck, you know!

In less than a week? That’d be some sort of record. LOL

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

pomolo said:

Oh No! You sure the guarantee hasn’t run our? I just thought with your luck, you know!

In less than a week? That’d be some sort of record. LOL

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Happy Potter said:

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

In less than a week? That’d be some sort of record. LOL

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

I see Hardly Normal is including this catchphrase in their latest audio adverts, and why is it the volume of HN adverts are twice that of everyone elses! Fudgers…

Happy Potter said:

pomolo said:

bubba louie said:

In less than a week? That’d be some sort of record. LOL

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

bubba louie said:

Happy Potter said:

pomolo said:

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

hehe! took me a minute, but I worked it out :D

Never heard that phrase before :)

bon008 said:

bubba louie said:

Happy Potter said:

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

hehe! took me a minute, but I worked it out :D

Never heard that phrase before :)

It’s an oldie but a goody.

bubba louie said:

Happy Potter said:

pomolo said:

I was only thinking of your record of late. Sorry! Ha Ha.

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

Wallaby Edward? Oh, the penny just dropped…. hee hee hee hee.

pain master said:

bubba louie said:

Happy Potter said:

That’s my record with network routers!
Another one bites the dust. Sigh. Off to Hardly Normal shop.

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

Wallaby Edward? Oh, the penny just dropped…. hee hee hee hee.

I had to look it up. I live a sheltered life!

bluegreen said:

pain master said:

bubba louie said:

Our router is wallaby edward as well.

Wallaby Edward? Oh, the penny just dropped…. hee hee hee hee.

I had to look it up. I live a sheltered life!

I’d never heard of it so I looked it up as well. But I’m still none the wiser. Perhaps I should get out of the kitchen..

Feel free to enlighten me, lol.

PS. I didn’t get a router as all the one’s available are ones I already have that stuffed up. Might have to upsize, if I can find..

Happy Potter said:

bluegreen said:

pain master said:

Wallaby Edward? Oh, the penny just dropped…. hee hee hee hee.

I had to look it up. I live a sheltered life!

I’d never heard of it so I looked it up as well. But I’m still none the wiser. Perhaps I should get out of the kitchen..

Feel free to enlighten me, lol.

PS. I didn’t get a router as all the one’s available are ones I already have that stuffed up. Might have to upsize, if I can find..

Wallaby = roo, Edward = ted :)

bon008 said:

Happy Potter said:

bluegreen said:

I had to look it up. I live a sheltered life!

I’d never heard of it so I looked it up as well. But I’m still none the wiser. Perhaps I should get out of the kitchen..

Feel free to enlighten me, lol.

PS. I didn’t get a router as all the one’s available are ones I already have that stuffed up. Might have to upsize, if I can find..

Wallaby = roo, Edward = ted :)

Ohhh ok!
Very apt though, lol.