IntroductionFront ControlsDrawerInteriorSidesBackElectricity UseWashers tend not to use lots of electricity, and the EcoSmart was no exception. In total, it would add about 42 cents to your yearly electric bill. Show
Though it's marketed as an energy-saving washer, the EcoSmart used more water than most top-loaders. On most cycles, it guzzled around 22 gallons of water. When washing delicates, it used a whopping 42 gallons. Cost Per WashAn energy efficient washer tends to cost less than a dime per cycle. This one's "Time Saver" cycle cost that much, but a regular wash would cost 14 cents and a delicates wash would cost 22 cents. Yearly Running CostWhile Fisher & Paykel claims that the EcoSmart would cost $21 in an average year of washes, our calculations took into account a variety of wash cycles used each week. We found an average year with the EcoSmart would set you back $57.92 in total. Unfortunately, this machine doesn't have the chops to match its cycle speeds, leaving us unimpressed. {{ attachments(5112e04722c740d7a3000de5) Washing PerformanceRushing to finish the job doesn't always produce the happiest results, as you can see. {{ attachments(5112e551895390dbe8000dc9) Normal/Permanent Press CycleWe were pleased to see how quickly the EcoSmart finished washing our test loads on the normal cycle. We weren’t so pleased, however, to see that other washers that took just a little more time also did a better job removing stains. {{ attachments(5112e5ab8c900d0777000241) Cotton/Whites CycleThe EcoSmart has no cotton cycle, so we set the regular cycle to run with hot water. It really struggled, which brought down its overall performance rating. Similar washers removed more stains from test loads on their delicate cycles than the EcoSmart did on regular with hot water. That’s really disappointing. {{ attachments(5112dfc207ea4a21180002ac) Delicate CycleThe EcoSmart did pretty well on delicates, removing stains more thoroughly than many other washers we’ve tested. It didn’t do that great a job protecting clothes from damage, however. While some of the mechanical action strips we use to test clothing wear emerged almost unscathed, others were as damaged as on the heavy duty load. That’s a sign that the washer didn’t adequately move the load around, inadvertently protecting some parts of the load while subjecting other items to the full force of agitation. {{ attachments(5112dfd85ded294cc900026b) Heavy Duty CycleOn the EcoSmart, heavy duty wasn’t so heavy after all. Most stains hadn’t shifted any more than they did on the regular cycle. {{ attachments(5112e580e6f2d47041000a80) Quick Wash CycleOne bright spot amidst the EcoSmart’s otherwise mediocre performance was its quick wash cycle — a regular wash, with the “time saver” option turned on. In just 24 minutes, it removed stains almost as well as the regular cycle. If we owned this washer, we’d use the time saver option on most washes. {{ attachments(5112e5c6fc868745000003b3) Dirt RemovalMost front loaders have a problem removing dirt and debris from loads of laundry, but the EcoSmart is an extreme example. About 80 percent of the sand and dirt we added to our test load remained in the washer or in the towels and shirts we washed. {{ attachments(5112dff55ded294cc900026d) Clothes WearClothes ended up pretty worn after a few spins through the EcoSmart, though wear was uneven. This indicates that some clothes were subjected to more agitation than others. Water RetentionWhen a washer spins the water out of clothing, that means less work for your dryer to do. The EcoSmart was about average when it came to water retention, though loads emerging from the delicates cycle remained thoroughly water-logged. In addition to regular, heavy duty, delicate and permanent press cycles, the EcoSmart also features an allergy wash that rinses and soaks more thoroughly. Cycles can be customized for temperature, water level, spin speed and soak cycles. The EcoSmart also dedicates a preset button for one "favorite" custom cycle. Additional Wash OptionsWashes can be delayed either one hour, three hours or nine hours. The "Time Saver" option significantly reduces how long you'll be waiting for a wash. Washing OptionsLike most traditional top-loaders with tall agitators, the EcoSmart's detergent dispenser is inside the agitator. Fabric softener can be put in a recess on top of the agitator. Washer DoorThe door, which takes up the entire top surface of the washer, is made of sturdy but lightweight plastic. Ease of UseControls are straightforward enough for anyone to use. Open the door and the washer's body is sloped so clothes can easily slide into the drum. ControlsThe EcoSmart has a water-resistant control panel with plastic membrane buttons for wash cycles and options. LED indicators show how far into a wash cycle the machine is, but there's no numerical display. That leaves you guessing as to how much time is left, and precludes counting down every load of laundry like it's New Year's Eve. EfficiencyWith a mix of cycles, we couldn't replicate the energy efficiency of the manufacturer's own EnergyStar tests. In fact, although the washer is named EcoSmart, it's one of the thirstiest units we've tested. PerformanceThe EcoSmart proved gentle on stains and tough on fabrics, which is the opposite of what we wanted to see. Cycles didn't take very long, but they didn't do an effective job removing stains or removing debris. FeaturesAn easy-to-use control panel and thoughtfully-chosen cycles are appreciated, but the lack of a countdown timer is noticeable in this price range.
Meet the testerKeith Barry Former Editor in Chief, Reviewed Home @itskeithbarry Keith was the Editor in Chief of Reviewed's appliance and automotive sites. His work has appeared in publications such as Wired, Car & Driver, and CityLab. Checking our work.Our team is here for one purpose: to help you buy the best stuff and love what you own. Our writers, editors, and lab technicians obsess over the products we cover to make sure you're confident and satisfied. Have a different opinion about something we recommend? Email us and we'll compare notes. Shoot us an email Does Fisher & Paykel make a top load washer?This Fisher & Paykel top loader washing machine has a large 22lb capacity for family-sized loads and bulky items. Our world-first SmartDrive technology is made up of just three main parts. This means our washing machines can sense each load, use less water and run with less moving parts for greater reliability.
Where is the filter on my Fisher and Paykel top loader washing machine?The lint filter is inserted into the agitator by removing the fabric dispenser cup. This is an optional part, our washing machines are supplied without lint filters as they have an auto lint disposal system, where the lint is washed away with the waste water.
Where do you put the liquid in a top loader Fisher and Paykel?Adding the detergent. Remove the fabric softener dispenser cup.. Place pod or liquid or powder detergent down the centre of the agitator. ... . Replace the fabric softener dispenser cup (this prevents small articles falling down the centre of the agitator).. Which is the most reliable washing machine brand?What brand of washing machine is most reliable? Whirlpool, LG, and Samsung are the most reliable brands of washers. Yale Appliance found that less than 7% of the sales of these units required servicing. J.D. Power also ranks Samsung and LG as the highest-ranking manufacturers in customer satisfaction.
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