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Maytag Performance Series 2000 MHWE251Y[G] (Lowe's)
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Price range:
$699.00 - $769.00
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Summary: This Maytag Front-loader washing machine has
• 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 - Maytag Performance Series 2000 MHWE251Y[G] (Lowe's)

The Maytag Performance Series 2000 MHWE251Y[G] (Lowe's) is part of the washing machine test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, front-loading washing machine models like the Performance Series 2000 MHWE251Y[G] (Lowe's) 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.

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About This Brand

This Whirlpool-owned brand is positioned as a durable brand but is priced a bit lower than Whirlpool-branded products. The Maytag brand has two lines, the Epic and Epic Z, which cost $1,000 and $800, respectively.

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Features & Specs - Maytag Performance Series 2000 MHWE251Y[G] (Lowe's)
info Energy star Yes
info Stainless-steel tub Yes
info Auto temp. control No
info Auto bleach dispenser Yes
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4.0
A fine choice at a decent price
1/31/2012
Pros
Energy Efficient
Fits in smaller spaces
Large Capacity
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
Balance your loads
Doesn't Clean Effectively
Best Uses
Bedding
Delicates
Everyday Clothes
Heavy/Bulky Items
Towels
Comment:
I've owned both the Whirlpool Duet and LG high-end washers, and this Maytag is good competition at a lower price. It handles large loads well, unless they're mixed. Has a tendency to become unbalanced during spin cycle if you mix say, towels and undies. This doesn't shut the unit down, but it fumbles around on a slower cycle until something in the load shifts. Also, I use stain removers whenever there's a spot on my shirts; they don't come out otherwise. I don't blame the machine, but the HE - sometimes you just need more water and an agitator. If you stack it, I recommend using both the rubber slip strips and the bolt bracket - my contractor didn't install the latter and the dryer has a tendency to shift forward as the washer spins.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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