STACK #203 Sep 2021

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This Wi-Fi-enabled Haier washer doesn’t use steam to kill that magic 99.9 per cent number of all bacteria, but rather a UV light. There are 14 wash cycles including a steam refresh option that will both deodorise and de-wrinkle your clothes, and a smart dosing system ensures you have the right mix of detergent for the job at hand. An eco-setting reduces electricity use by 44 per cent and water usage by 25 litres, and a Speed Up function will shorten the length of most wash cycles. For a super quick wash, there’s a 15-minute Express cycle. How many times have you started a wash and found other clothing you need to add? With this washer, you can pause a cycle and add clothing and when the wash is complete, the drum lights up so you can check for any errant socks. Clean Details Model number: Haier HWF10AN1

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Capacity: 10kg Energy Rating:

Feature-packed at a price that won’t break the bank, Samsung’s front load washer comes complete with 22 wash programs; there’s an applicable setting for all laundry needs. A steam cycle will purportedly kill 99.9 per cent of bacteria and allergens, and a handy AI control recognises the most frequent cycles used in the home and will even suggest these cycles when you’re ready to wash. Loads of up to 2kg can utilise the quick 15-minute cycle, and a quiet function called Silent Wash will minimise the risk of waking family members through the night. There’s even a setting that will exclusively clean the drum scale build-up. Smart support comes from Samsung’s SmartThings app, which offers cycle suggestions and a

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Spin Speed: 1400 Dimensions: H 85cm W 59.5cm D 66cm

troubleshooting service. Clean Details Model number: Samsung WW85T504DAE Capacity: 8.5kg Energy Rating: Water Rating: Spin Speed: 1400 Dimensions: H 85cm – W 60cm – D 55cm

Like the washer, the Haier dryer is Wi-Fi-enabled and comes with a slew of features to assist with the home laundry needs. 14 programs mean all your fabric types are well and truly covered. A steam refresh cycle is perfect for when you pull out and want to revive your summer clothes and don’t want to put them through a full wash. An Express 30-minute cycle works well if you’re in a rush to dry something, and the Haier includes a technology designed to untangle sheets and clothes through an air circulation system. A high-temperature setting will banish the dust mites and bacteria. Clean Details Model number: Haier HDHP90AN1 Type: Heat Pump Condenser

Packing the same AI technology as its washing counterpart, the Samsung dryer will also remember frequently used cycles and offer setting suggestions. Sensors in the dryer determine the best drying conditions for your load and 14 programs will accommodate whatever drying conditions are required. Small loads can use the quick 35-minute setting and for anti-ironers (who isn’t?), a wrinkle-free cycle will do most of the hard work for you. The dryer has a reversible door to fit any laundry space

configuration, and connected support from the SmartThings app will recommend optimal cycles and identify any potential problems to keep the heat running. Clean Details Model number: Samsung DV80T5420AW Type: Heat Pump Condenser

Capacity: 9kg Energy Rating: Dimensions: H 84.5cm – W 59.5cm – D 67.5cm

Capacity: 8kg Energy Rating: Dimensions: H 85cm – W 60cm – D 65cm

Scale Away While some washing machines offer an in-built self-cleaning system, most machines need to be periodically cleaned. Over time, dirt from laundry, minerals in the water and detergent residue build up and need to be removed, ideally every three to six months. You can buy a ready-made solution from the supermarket shelf or Google an eco-friendlier method on the internet, but it’s strongly advised to consult the manufacturer’s guide for their recommendations.

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