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LG WM3470H[W]A
 
Price range:
$948.00 - $1,099.99
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Summary: This LG Front-loader washing machine has
• Auto temp. control
• Auto detergent dispenser
• Auto fabric softener dispenser
• End of cycle signal
• Rotary dial
• Push button
• Stainless-steel tub
• Stackable
• Manufacturer recommends low-sudsing detergent.
• Comes with a 1 year warranty.
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About - LG WM3470H[W]A

The LG WM3470H[W]A is part of the washing machine test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, front-loading washing machine models like the WM3470H[W]A are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Washing performance:
This reflects the degree of color change to swatches of fabric that were included in an 8-pound and maximum capacity test load of mixed cotton items using the machines' most aggressive normal cycle. (We do not use special cycle or option buttons.)

Energy efficiency:
This score is based on the energy needed to heat the water for 8-pound and maximum loads using a warm wash and cold rinse. We consider both gas and electric water heaters, and include electricity needed to run the washer and energy needed for drying. Washers that extract more water are scored higher.

Water efficiency:
This score denotes how much water it took to wash our 8-pound load and each machine's maximum load. On models that didn't set the fill level automatically, we used the lowest fill setting that sufficed for the 8-pound load. We then calculated water used per pound of clothing.
About This Brand

South Korean company LG was the first to market with steam washers; the company claims its machines provide real steam (created by a steam generator). The latest wrinkle from LG is what it calls the Allergiene cycle. That cycle, says LG, reduces and removes 95 percent of dust mites and pet dander from a load. LG washers range in price from $900 to $1,600.

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Features & Specs - LG WM3470H[W]A
info Energy star Yes
info Stainless-steel tub Yes
info Auto temp. control Yes
info Auto bleach dispenser Yes
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2.0
Can;t stop shaking
5/19/2013
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Clean Clothes Well
Energy Efficient
Large Capacity
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
Noisy
Shakes/Moves
Best Uses
Comment:
This is not for a second floor use. It seems like a great washer however on the second floor the high RPM's (1400)create a very bad floor up and down movement. This is the normal location for Washer and dryer and has ample support. ALl is very level and front levelers were tightened down to the max for floor stability. I am keeping the dryer howerver trying a toploader to see if this is different. Will check back later. I would reccomend to a friend if they had it on a solid floor preferrably in the basement.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
So glad to go back to LG
5/14/2013
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Clean Clothes Well
Energy Efficient
Large Capacity
Quiet
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
Best Uses
Bedding
Delicates
Everyday Clothes
Heavy/Bulky Items
Towels
Comment:
I went back to LG after having had the misfortune of owning a GE front loader that was problematic from the start. This one is the only one that actually got my white towels to be white again. Same detergent, same bleach, just superb results. It doesn't go into the shimmy-shake the G.E. often did. I purchased the matching LG dryer and it also is superb.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)
 
2.0
LG service is horrible
4/30/2013
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Clean Clothes Well
Energy Efficient
Quiet
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
10 Yr Warranty Is A Joke
Breaks Down
Lg Service Is Worthless
Long Cycle
Mold A Constant Problem
Best Uses
Delicates
Everyday Clothes
Comment:
I've had a similar LG washing machine for several years. The machine cleans pretty well, but the constant molding is rediculous.<br /><br />Recently the rotor on the direct drive motor failed. The hub is made of plastic and just stripped off the splines on the shaft. (We don't do any unusual things with our machine) I called LG service to arrange to get a replacement part and verify the part number as there was two different ones for mine. After an exhausting discussion telling me how it shouldn't have failed in such a short time - it was determined that I had two options.<br /><br />1) I could schedule a service call and take a day off to come out and verify that the part I already new was bad, was in fact, bad. THEN, they would schedule ANOTHER service call (and day off)to come out and replace the part, quote a price - because they wouldn't tell how much the SECOND service call would cost. All because they wouldn't bring the part with them!!! <br /><br />2) I could order the part myself and install it myself (one bolt = about 5 minutes) for about five dollars more than the FIRST service call, delivered. NO days off!<br /><br />I chose to order the part.<br /><br />When I received the part, they had redesigned it with a metal insert exactly where mine had failed. Apparently they had had enough failures to redesign the part. So, I called to find out why they wouldn't honor the 10 YEAR motor warranty by sending me the defectively designed part when I called them the first time - with the part number of the defective part - or at least offered a discount!<br /><br />The responses included well, you made the choice to get your own part and you need to look at this from our point of view.<br /><br />(I had a similar experince with my high-end LG refrigerator that was less than two months out of warranty) Needless to say I will not not buy another LG product. EVER! Service is HORRIBLE.<br /><br />P.S. It took longer to move the washer out than to do the repair (and I know it was done by someone who cares!)
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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