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No - Direct Drive is a gimmick. Read about it here.

Oh FFS I bought this before christmas for £369.99 from currys!

Not sure if this one is, but LG do some that are not as deep if you have a smaller kitchen or particular spot you want to shoehorn it into. My LG has been good and quiet.

Gutted that k bought the Samsung Boxing Day now

I have the lg and been good for 5 years and still going strong.Direct drive feature is brilliant and smooth. Would have another due to excellent build quality.As for samsung would consider one also.

Had an lg direct drive and the motor is brilliant. Paddles came lose inside the washer pulling the clothes and numerous other issues so I would buy a Samsung.

got LG one and had for 8 years. a few little problems but I took out repair plan so nothing to worry about. would defo buy another one.

have direct drive machine for over 10 years now. Still works fine.

ive got this one, love it, is amazing, definitely a safe bet

Recently bought the LG F14U1JBS2 still awaiting delivery but was tempted by the steam function (Either though it probably is a little gimmicky) made sure I chose something with 5 year warranty. The nice thing with LG is labour in included I read a few cheeky reviews of people getting 2 year warranty but then being billed £60 per hour

Both are not newcomers. Had my LG direct drive for almost 10 years, and they were not new 10 years ago.
In Asia LG and Samsung washing machines have been popular since the mid 90's.

Any good deals on washer dryers?

Never owned an LG one, but Samsungs white goods are very very good. We've owned Fridge/Freezers and washing machines from them and they've lasted much longer than Hoover/Hotpoint/Indesit.

I would definitely recommend getting a 5 year warranty. Our LG drum bearing went and it was just outside the 2 year warranty, it was scrapped.

We also had a couple of minor problems with it in the first 12 months requiring an engineer visit.

+1 for not Hotpoint, the older ones seem to last forever (got one in garage that's never had any work done to it) but our other one that's just over 5 years old is on it's 2nd set of (drum?) bearings. And now sounding like it needs yet another new set, last time the repair was about £100.

Is Direct Drive a lot better then?

Oh FFS I bought this before christmas for £369.99 from currys!

Gutted bought mine end of November paid extra to get installed and old appliance removed which didn't happen and seems to be a problem with them as others i know had same experience - installed myself on Christmas Eve and does make a difference to my washing - great buy

USE CODE LKA20 AT CHECKOUT TO GET THE PRICE DOWN TO £329.99, PLUS GO THROUGH TOP CASH BACK TO GET TO GET 2.5% SO POTENTIAL TO GET FOR AROUND £320

Bought my first LG washer in 2003.

Still working strong up until July 2015, reluctantly had to give this away due to having a new kitchen refit which included appliances.

Subsequently bought 2x further LG washers in years 2005 & 2006 for rental property's - Still going strong.

LG is the best in my opinion
Heat

Thanks guys! I have bought it

i've had a LG washer/dryer build quality wasn't good, its got a sealed drum if one of the drum paddle's break the whole drum needs to be replaced for this reason i would NEVER BUY LG AGAIN !!!!!!!!I

This is why we do surveys to get representative samples, and filter out the naive assumption that every machine produced by a particular manufacturer for ever will perform the same, people!

Typical example of "made on order" article

Well, I think this looks like a great machine at a fantastic price. I've just reserved one!!! Thanks op

they are highly rated on which?
Although this model has yet to be tested

What do you mean?

What is first manufacturer which coming to your head when talking about Direct Drive ? - yes, LG.
What you doing if you are afraid of loosing incoms and want to discredit this manufacturer ? - you are ordering article

Bought this last year for £360. Good washing machine - no complaints. The 20 min short cycle wash is perfect for the odd few items. Can also download wash cycles and diagnose faults via bluetooth.

The only downside i would say is that there's not alot of information on the different wash cycles and a large load could well take 2-3hours if you dont know what you're doing. There is a biit oif initial faffing around before you get use to it.

The article puts forward many convincing arguments. What part of it do you disagree with?

You can write as many convincing arguments as you want about every manufacturer if you really want...
The most convincing argument for me are people's voices(including my friends) who in vast majority are very happy with their LG washing machines
PS. There is no other 9kg washing machine with 5 years warranty on the market which comes close to this price... the choice is simple for me:)

Pibpob, Pavel has posted a 'good' deal - all things considered, and he's mistakenly taken your comments as an attack on his deal - which they most definitely are NOT.

Your posts are nothing more than informative - and well-sourced.


The 'in your face fact' that all users of modern washing machines are experiencing is that newer machines aren't lasting as long as older machines - and it's happening with all brands - most especially those using sealed drum technology.

Nevertheless, in a sea of 'built to fail' machines, this LG could reasonably be expected to be one of the 'better' ones(?).

Strange - no reviews on this model.

You're either accidentally or deliberately missing the point. It is nothing to do with a particular manufacturer or this machine; it's the principle of using a direct drive motor which was asked about. Check what you quoted. You have provided no rebuttal to the sound engineering explanations in that article, your only objection being a conspiracy theory about wanting to do down a particular manufacturer. Even if that is true, it doesn't make any difference to the points made in the article. So you have provided no evidence that direct drive is any more than a gimmick.

Just because I'm not with you doesn't mean I'm against you. I'm not saying these machines are any worse than any other, I'm saying that the direct drive motor is nothing more than a gimmick and won't mean that they perform any better or more reliably than any other machine. So choose them on the other parameters you have rightly pointed out, not the "direct drive".

You'd struggle to find a modern machine that isn't cold fill tbh.

Yes, and for good reason. Modern machines and detergents use lower temperatures and less water. A hot fill machine will have to err on the side of using more cold as it doesn't know the incoming temperatures. Drawing water from a tank results in wasted hot water in the pipes between the tank and the machine.

My machine on a 30 degree wash (everything except whites) runs its 2kW heater for about 5 minutes: < 3p of electricity.

You can select up to 40 degrees for the short 20 min cycle.

On my old machine you preset the wash cycle - it tells you how long it takes and the load makes no difference.

On this machine there's no initial information on how long it takes until you start the cycle and the washing machine works out the load...

I have a Combined LG Washer Dryer and its Excellent - Very smooth and Efficient. Was so impressed I replaced a Zanussi Dishwasher (which was troublesome since new) with a Direct Drive LG variant. Yes they are more expensive but they are definitely worth it IMO.

Is it possible to get this in silver/graphite colour?

My LG direct drive is now about 12 years old.
Absolutely no problem whatsover. The door hinge is now getting a little sloppy, but that's the only indication of its age - apart from being unusually deep, front-to-back, with the old-style direct drive.
The only fuss has been the water inlet filter getting bunged up and restricting flow into the machine. But that isn't the machine's fault and I was able to easily deal with it myself.

Yes, I would recommend LG Direct Drives, and I hope they are still making them so I can get a replacement when mine dies - but hopefully not for another 20 years!

Never really understood washing machine load kgs?

Who,weighs their washing before sticking it in the drum?

And does the machine then make you pay a £60 fine if you are a few lbs over?

I bought a LG Direct Drive & Brushless motor washing machine nearly 15 years ago and it's still going strong without a single problem.
Large family as well so it's been used almost daily over these years!!!

I got one in Nov for £30 more sadly, but had to do it then due to old hot point bearings failed. Very pleased with it. Very quiet, nice little tunes it plays too.

Code not working for me :disappointed:

I did ordered from Very.co.uk brfore Christmas same price but with 20% code brought it down to £286 ... but at this price is so hot

The trick with the modern washers is to try to fill them as much as possible, then to run them with the timer on eco, so the cycle is finished as you get up. This way it can run a longer more energy efficient wash and still be ready at the most convenient time.
The other issue is that no one seems to make a laundry basket big enough for modern washers, and you'll probably need another washing line if you're coming from a 5Kg Machine !

code doesn't work for me...:disappointed:

Yep.....code is invalid.

We had one the 11kg LG machines that lasted us 5yrs before it went pop. Excellent machine while it worked. It was beyond economical repair. Make sure you get a 5yr warranty/cover. Local independent and reputable repairman said that both Samsung and LG were great machines while they lasted (and they tend to last) but are costly and a pain to get parts etc for. LG also tend to outsource their repair service, so service is mixed. Ended up with a Miele, but obviously paid a lot more.

Owned both, and the LG beats the crap out of the Samsung on all fronts, including noise, quality of the wash, and features.

Love the self diagnosis through a smart phone, and love the tune it plays when it's finished so i know it's time to put the washing out!

You simply cannot make valid comparisons based on brand between a sample of one, without even knowing the model number!

You simply cannot relax if someone says something good about LG - why ? Employed by ...???

Another vote for LG Direct Drive washing machines.
Ours is 10 years old and not had an ounce of trouble with it apart from having to empty dog hairs and scum out of the lower screw filter.
A lot quieter than previous machines we've owned and very smooth.
Only niggle we had was the on/off button isn't recessed and if someone reaches forward to get something out of the cupboard above and leans against the button it switches off and starts at the beginning again when you turn it back on. Very annoying if you are 90 minutes into a wash cycle.
Still, would definitely buy another one when this one dies.

I had a Samsung direct drive washer dryer it didn't last long though I think 3 years and it died on us replaced with an AEG so hopefully it will last bit longer was very disappointed with the Samsung though

I just bought this SAMSUNG WF80F5E0W4W machine this morning with the same codes and quidco, its only 8kg but there is only me and the mrs. Did i make a bad choice compared to this ? I have been looking for days but couldn't argue with all the reviews kicking about seems alot of people have the machine i bought. And all the samsungs rate highly on which?.

Great deal! And as a white goods service engineer myself these machines are (generally) well made and should last

it was the 100s of reviews on ao.com that pushed it seemed like a popular machine, well either way ive bought it now its much better than my old 5kg indesit noise monster. that rapid wash was 2 1/2 hrs. And its got a 5 year guarantee so as long as it last I think I will be happy.

Wow. Just wow. Made me laugh, good spot.

Which are still the best of a bad bunch when it comes to reliable information on goods.
How which test; http://www.which.co.uk/reviews/washing-machines/article/how-we-test-washing-machines


Many agencies are heavily involved in the removal of negative reviews (search/google/yahoo/duckduckgo etc) so much that the consumer can no longer trust reviews to give a true guide.

As for washing machines, newer designs (especially incorporating sealed drum technology) means vastly different machines from those that formerly lasted years - in fact it's led to industry commentators accusing manufacturers of designing 'built to fail' machines.

It's becoming increasingly common now to hear of formerly long-lasting branded machines being scrapped after two - three years due to being uneconomical to repair - largely due to sealed drum technology.

Ultimately, the best advice is whatever you choose to buy try to get a good long lasting (preferably at least five years in the case of washing machines) guarantee.

It's not a 5 year warranty, it's a 5 year guarantee..

The problem is it's not just LG - there's all sorts of nonsense shrouding the industry at the moment and it's all geared at confusing the consumer for the purpose of increasing sales.

Generally speaking though it has to be said that LG machines tend to be above average - but do consider that the 'average' has dropped drastically over the last 10 -15 years.
Back then machines often lasted way beyond 10 years whereas todays' machines are highly unlikely to last as long as 7 years - much more than half of them aren't expected to last more than 2 - 3 years.

Ordered myself one, thanks OP.

Code seems to have expired. Did anyone get it to work?

Cant help you with this im afraid, bshappliancecare might have some info

Actually, my read of that article says: Similar vibration, similar reliability - but did concede direct drive is quieter. You can get induction motors but they are more expensive than LGs direct drive. If you want quiet, a reliable OEM, and 5 year warranty this seems like a good deal despite a little cold water from the article. It was a net positive for direct drive from my reading.

100% right

It also comes with a 10 year motor warranty

No, the article says that they are only quieter than conventional machines without induction motors. The positive spin has been added by you in your claim that direct drive machines are cheaper than belt-driven machines with induction motors. I would be very interested to know from someone with knowledge of the current market in washing machines in general if this is actually true. Considering the amount of raw material in the large, many-pole slow speed direct drive motor, and the far larger number of belt-driven machines leading to economies of scale in both motors and drive electronics, I have my doubts.

There is also a difference between warranty and guarantee you can find out by searching online

The belt doesn't make the noise. The brushes in motors in cheap washing machines make the noise. Do not be deceived by the marketing lies that these are quieter than any other sort of washing machine.

Nope. Sorry to burst your bubble of a convenient conspiracy theory. I have no connection with any washing machine company. I simply dislike people being deceived by myths generated by marketing.

Remember, LG is trying to claim that everyone else's DISHWASHERS contain belts and pulleys. That's an outright lie.

Thanks. Heat added. Ordered!

Just a reminder for people considering direct drive machines - be sure to place it on a solid (preferably concrete) floor.

We had an LG some years ago and it was an excellent machine, but we had to send it back as it constantly danced out into the middle of the kitchen floor.
The engineers told us our suspended joist flooring was the cause of the problem; when we contacted LG they told us the machine had to be on solid floors only and that the seller should have told us.

I only mention it here as it's important and I don't see it mentioned anywhere else.

Can someon tell me which is the better machine between this and this...http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/samsung-wf80f5e5u4x-ecobubble-washing-machine-8kg-load-graphite-349-00-john-lewis-2359791

Its the Samsung from John Lewis for £350 which i havent recieved yet so i could cancel and order this if this one is better. Cheers

Prefer my Miele with 10 year warranty

I want one! My useless Panasonic still grinds on, it too has a five yr warranty, but boy has it needed it. I have had it repaired loads of time and the problem still persists, I hate it and it still has another 18 months to go or I would have bought this :disappointed: heat added

MY last washer was LG 7kg, WD1243FH £288 Tempo going bust.
Lasted 12 years(12/2001->4/2014
Had not noticed the door seal had split(mainly around the door catch) and had been like that for some time, one day noticed a tiny bit of water where it should not be, the seal was gone more than 40% in a few places

Still washed well and the only other issue was the display/button board was playing up bit with not all adjustments working/lighting. Was surprised we had not had more water everywhere.
Ended up that getting spares was not easy, the door seal was discontinued and could not find a replacement anywhere.
Control boards were silly prices.

If you have a machine around 10 years have a good feel of the seals and if everything else is fine consider getting a spare.

( I think I read somewhere that they can stop supporting at 10 years)

Replaces with Bosch
We are playing with the wash cycles, finding that the long eco washes are working better than trying to speed things up

Agreed, but they have another trick up their sleeve - It has truesteam (so it steam cleans as well). Believe it or not it is a lot quieter than the Zanussi it replaced, and cleans the dishes/glasses/cutlery much better.

Can you get this in silver?

Does this machine weigh the clothes and adjust the washing time and wated used accordingly same as the Samsung Ecobubble (also on offer http://www.hotukdeals.com/search?action=search&keywords=samsung+washing+machine)? I bought Samsung but not delivered yet. Considering changing. FYI, One thing I noticed Samsung doesn't have a delicate cycle whilst LG does. For the spin LG has rating A and Samsun is B but the reviews for Samsung are good and people say the washing comes out almost dry.

Certainly agree there is an awful lot of marketing waffle out there, but dishwashers with a belt/motor - that`s something else. The fleet (don`t ask) currently consists of
LG DD (£400 High-end made in Korea) - 10 years old - good as new, save for door seal retainer gone rusty.
LG DD (£200 Low-end made in China) - 4 years old - too light and dances about, not impressed, going rusty and getting noisier
Panasonic DD (£300 Mid-range made in china) 5 years old - Built like a tank and flawless (doesn`t use enough water according to me)
2 x Beko (£160 Mid-range, Turkey) both 4 years old (5 year P&L warranty) - The most abused, also flawless, although noisy (not DD). These machines wash the best according to us as they use the most water.
Conclusion - Doesn`t really matter these days what brand you buy (exc. Indesit & Hotpoint obviously). They`re all designed to do 500 - 1000 cycles anyway, so a good washing Beko with 5 year P&L warranty is the way to go and recycle them the first time they conk out out of warranty. Hugely wasteful, but its that or buy a Miele or an Ebac. I`ll try the Ebac next time, i`m curious. Sad that, innit?

Dunno about the steam cleaning so can't comment. My new Bosch dishwasher is a lot quieter than the Neff it replaced - I imagine all modern dishwashers are quieter.

Easy... code has been working yesterday

Try Voucher Code - HOT300

Big load, but speed too slow. Need 1600 rpm. Lukewarm.
Speed is as, if not more, important than load.

Because expired yesterday

Thank you, I have ordered one, I had a look at it in Currys first and it looks good too. :-)

NOR ME :disappointed:

thanks op, reserved and collected today. now on the first empty wash :smiley:

I'm not arguing with you pal, I am not putting positive "spin" on anything as I couldn't give a sh*t :smiley:
From the article:
So, you own blooming article says it, no me. Get over it :smiley: You seem to be very ranty and ragey about this. I suspect it really doesn't matter. Was having some banter in the pub earlier about this, and fella says he had a direct drive LG and that it had some vibration issues at year 2, but has carried on working flawlessly and is super quiet - which seems to match what the article and what I think my summary was: not a lot of difference, but a bit quieter. Up to you what you believe chummy. I'm just an observer looking on :smiley:

[/quote]You simply cannot make valid comparisons based on brand between a sample of one, without even knowing the model number![/quote]

Oh I am sorry sir is my opinion not valid?

So if you bought something that was crap, would you not mention it on these forums.....

Which Panasonic did you go for and what problems have you encountered

So why are you replying then? Don't contradict yourself.
The quote you so helpfully provided says that there is any cost advantage to a direct drive motor compared with a belted machine fitted with an induction motor (not sure why it calls it DC but never mind). In other words, exactly what I have been saying all along. You seem to be terribly confused as you're comparing apples with oranges here.

As I said all along: direct drive is a gimmick.

And yet you're using the bad language and bringing in the personal attacks? I was merely presenting the arguments as I saw them. I backed up my claim with a convincing article you failed to find fault with.

You simply cannot make valid comparisons based on brand between a sample of one, without even knowing the model number![/quote]
Oh I am sorry sir is my opinion not valid?

So if you bought something that was crap, would you not mention it on these forums.....

[/quote]Mention it, sure, but be aware of stereotyping and jumping to conclusions.

FYI anybody that has ordered this, Parts and labour is two years, not five as suggested by the Currys website:
http://www.lg.com/uk/support-product/lg-FH4U2VCN2#warrantyInfo

I very much doubt LG will honour a mistake on the Currys website.

You should also read this before making some stupid comments:
http://www.lg.com/uk/5yearwarranty

Anybody have an alternative discount code please? The code in the opening comment has expired.

Cheers old machine packed up yesterday so just used this, ordered in store using priority moment to get £20 off.

I just received it and the manual says lg 2 year warranty. And if i want 5 year warranty i will have to pay more. Who said currys 5 year warranty is a mistake? Thats the only reason i bought it.

Am i eligible for the 5 years free warranty and CAN ANYONE PLEASE TELL ME IF THEY GET A HIGH PITCHED WHINE NOICE WHILE IN USE????? Im worried ive got a faulty one. Was i supposed to remove the orange thing in the washing machine??

Has anyone been able to get a refund of the price difference if you'd have ordered this before christmas?

there is also a 10 year guarantee on the drive system

from lg website

All you need to do is register your product on LG website(above link), quick and easy... no extra

From LG website:-

Make your life easier with a free 5 Year Warranty[i][/i] on selected LG Laundry Appliances.

At LG, as well as providing innovative solutions to enhance your day to day life, we take pride in the quality and durability of our products.

We also know that reliability and peace of mind matters to our customers, that’s why we’ve introduced a new exclusive 5 Year Warranty on selected Laundry products.

To claim your extended warranty, you simply register your product as usual on our site.

Please note your extended warranty is not immediately applied to your account. Don't worry, this is because we're hard at work processing this for you.

From here, you will receive an email from ourselves asking for confirmation of some details. Once we hear back, your extended warranty is then manually processed, and finally you will receive written confirmation your exclusive free 5 years extended warranty.
Rest assured your standard two years warranty is still valid whilst this is being processed.

Hi Pavel, I stand corrected. Odd that LG don't mention this any where on the product page on their site tho.

PS, thanks for the really well mannered way in which you corrected me.

read the which reports and decided to go for the samsung as the best buys according to which are almost all Samsung.

Anyone get a high potched whine with this model when its adding water

Throughout the whole washing theres no high pitched sound, are you sure? The loud thumps are normally because you probably didnt install the anti moving rubber caps

High pitched whine is probably the water meter inside it - the pitch will depend on your water pressure and flow rate. Thump is probably water hammer when the valve closes - again, depends on characteristics of water supply.

Someone's review on the currys site says the following:

When you place a cycle on you have absolutely no idea how long it would take . You can get the app for it however we are on iPhone This is not compatible I think this should be stated in the manufacturers report

^I use an iphone, but I found an LG smart diagnosis app on the app store on iOS, so presumably this is the right one? I'm a little concerned about the comment that you have no idea how long the cycle will take though - is this true? Is there no indication on the display prior to setting the washing to go?

It's the same with all decent washing machines nowadays - the length of the cycle depends on things like how much water the clothes absorb and (on the more expensive ones with a "turbidity sensor") how dirty the water gets. The machine cannot possibly know these things before the cycle starts.

I don't know about this machine but both my washing machine and my dishwasher show the maximum time when you select the program. While in operation, the washing machine helpfully flashes its countdown before it has decided to chop off any time; the dishwasher just jumps down by big lumps.

Although I sympathise with your desire to blame Microsoft for everything, sometimes things cannot be predicted without the expensive Time Machine plugin. :smiley:

If the cycle appears to long for you, pause it and change, it seems it works most economically, on the cotton large setting, add in turbo mode, and temp to suit, and set as a favourite..
The new machines work on long programs as they include long pauses or soaks, to help with the cleaning, coming from a hot and cold fill Bosch, (20 years old), they seem excessively long, probably best set to run over night using the timer to finish when you get up. it does spin fast so clothes come out very dry, so not too long in the tumble. It also cleans very well on a tiny bit of washing powder.

So why are you replying then? Don't contradict yourself.
. I am not contradicting myself, I am just saying I have no vested interest in the product so don't care for it. And I am not "arguing" I am just quoting your article back to you, which states the facts that you conveniently ignore cos it doesn't suit your little rant. I am sorry the phrase "i don't give a sh*t" offends you, arrrr diddums ( I made no personal attach BTW). As I say, get over it, you got called out as your article doesn't say what you implied it does (a gimmick you said). There is no real difference between direct drive and belt drive, other than direct drive being quieter. Simple as that really. But I am sure you will along in a minute to argue black is white, attempt to take the moral high ground etc. Well done.

Hurrah! You've finally dropped your silly claim that direct drive machines have a cost advantage over conventional ones with induction motors. Perhaps you've actually understood the article properly now? Progress!

But oh dear... now you're saying they're quieter! Still falling into the same trap you fell into over the cost claim: "...but you can get exactly the same from a conventional induction motor, you don't need to be forced into a direct drive model to have this advantage."

So, direct drive is a gimmick. Back to what I said all along, despite your desperate attempts to provide spurious objections.

Quote: "...but you can get exactly the same from a conventional induction motor, you don't need to be forced into a direct drive model to have this advantage."
Where's the conclusion that says they are quieter?
Ah - so what you actually meant was "direct drive machines are quieter than those with brushed motors" and you are arguing on cost? Same old.

This is the question I asked earlier but unfortunately no-one answered. I would be very keen to know just how cheap machines with an induction motor go. I do know that my mid-range John Lewis (rebranded Electrolux) machine from several years ago has an induction motor. They are not limited to the most expensive models, and as the price of the more complicated drive circuitry falls, so their price premium will erode.

I think he means, you have no idea how long the cycle will take, until you press start, as the machine then weighs the clothes, then wets them, and calibrates the timing of the cycle, coming from an older machine, where you dial its setting and it says 45 mins, you then press start.. If the LG cycle is too long, you can press pause, and reset it, say from 2 hours to 1 by changing the settings and adding in turbo mode....

I assume this model is manufactured in China rather than South Korea (or elsewhere?).

There are so many models in LG's range, does anyone know whether this is high, medium or low end?

Anyone know if the little plastic tab in the door needs to be removed ? No mention of it in the manual.
Also tried calling the number on the front of the machine and was told it's a 2 year warranty and currys have extended it. Now tried registering online using the 5 year link.

Lol i didnt even know that it had turbo mode

This washing machine is not 9kg, it is actually an 8kg washing machine. On LG's website it says this model has a Drum Volume of 59 (litres), that matches all the 8kg washing machines on there website. All the 9kg washing machines on there website have a Drum Volume of 67 (litres). Misleading have cancelled my order.

Lol, great big sticker on the front of the machine, however the manual is a bit daft, in that the settings are somewhat obscure, been experimenting with my car cleaning and decorating cloths.......come up nice though!

Where does it says 59 liters in the manual ?

Mine shakes like crazy makes the whole house vibrate. Lol

tech specs

http://www.lg.com/uk/washing-machines/lg-FH4U2VCN2

have you levelled it and taken the transit bolts out, I have the tumble dryer sat on mine, and a frying pan and some bags on top of the dryer, no shaking. slight vibe on high spin..

That's not the manual, I think that's a typo as its exactly the same as the 8kg one.

Lol i have nothibg on mine but i did take the bolts out ill have to buy the rubber feet from lg anti vibrational

My new Samsung off the John Lewis deal is Made in Poland i wonder if there made in the same factory.

Just got ours today... Looks lovely and it runs silently but put on a Cotton Large cycle and it says it'll take 3h 40mins! Our old banger did it in 1h 15min. I'm sure it didn't clean our clothes as well but nearly 4h for a normal wash (for family of 5) is a bit much. Hmmm.

Loving the washing machine. It's whisper quiet and far better than our old Zanussi which we had for over 10 years. If you get past the argument about direct inverter versus belt drive, which is a side issue, what you are getting here is a mid range, generous load, quiet, high spin machine with more programmes than you can shake a stick at, with the option of downloading more through the app for £349. That's pretty awesome. 5 year general warranty from the manufacturer and 10 years on the motor. And it even self diagnoses if anything goes wrong!!! Got ours for £329, because I happened to tell them about the code. They told me it wasn't available any more, but I stood my ground and they said an extra £20 wasn't worth quibbling about so they allowed it!!! Very highly recommended is my opinion

Please can a user of this machine tell me if you can do a spin only run at the maximum 1400rpm?

Having downloaded the manual I see there is a "Speed 14" setting (14 minutes I assume?) but the maximum spin speed at that setting is 800rpm, so interested to know if it could be followed by a 1400rpm spin.

The manual does indicate it can do spin only but just wanted to be sure this can be done at the maximum rpm.

Child lock is as much use as a chocolate teapot. With it on you can still power the machine off and when powered back on you need to start from scratch.

Has anyone had their delivery date pushed back? we ordered on the day of the deal and with delivery of today. We received no notification and checked this morning and noticed the date pushed back to next week. Very annoyed.

bought this today last one in store...replaced our 10yr old Beko that failed on me....this machine is so quiet compared to that....my 2yr old needs to be watched though as he keeps turning it off mid cycle because he likes the tune it plays

I notice LG has now quietly withdrawn that claim.

Check your loadings for speedy up washes not always a full load.
With this machine you can use a full load on Cotton and it will do it in 90mins, the large cotton is the same load and longer .
USing TURBO is a 1/2 load (pg.23.)

For spin only you just select the spin button.

We have a Bosch and have been experimenting with the washes,
The long washes are doing a better job than the speedy ones.
Not that we have dirty clothes but they come out that bit better
using bio I guess the enzymes will have longer to do their job.

Not that bothered how long it takes the work is loading and emptying and that does not change, if we need it finished a particular time use the delay timer.

Back up to £549 and a far wait for one to be delivered, my Curry's told me that 10th Feb was earliest and that was on Monday

We had this with a tumble dryer at Currys they said no stock, and back order had the next batch pre sold.

kept an eye on the site and within days(7-10 IIRC) back on for next day delivery(and they had a £25 off offer as well).

Anyone think the program dial is "off", its not too clear what setting its on, ok for the first two settings, then it does not sit in the middle of a selected program......

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We had this with a tumble dryer at Currys they said no stock, and back order had the next batch pre sold.

kept an eye on the site and within days(7-10 IIRC) back on for next day delivery(and they had a £25 off offer as well).

I called their customer service and she told me their system would not allow any more orders at £349 as no stock, and they couldn't say when it'd be back in stock. Only store showing stock when I called was Staines, hubby won't drive that far to get it ( this was mid week) . Will kept checking, liked the sound of this machine .

One week of use and ours has leaked all over the kitchen floor! :confused:
Have checked the obvious things....waste pipe blockage, pump filter etc, but they're all good. Must be an internal thing.
Want a new replacement now or refund. Getting the runaround from Currys. Oh what a surprise!

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Mine was 4 hours old when it developed a fault! I opened the door to find a piece of metal had came up through the seal and shredded it. Contacted Currys who were awful,after speaking to 6 different people I was told I had to contact LG to arrange a repair!! I eventually got a replacement but it wasn't easy. New machine so far so good.