The first washing automatic machine was invented in 1851 & as time progressed modification in these machines made it simple for us. nowadays these washing machines are found to be in a lot of variety depending on size, shape or color.
Front- loader washing machine has proven to be more convenient as compared to the top loader washing machine because of its efficient cleaning. But on contrary top-loaders are preferred for its convenience (simple to load or unload proving better agronomics), although manufacturers are working to increase its efficiency and reliability to compete in the market.
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Working of a top loader
Specifications like a number of cycles or the load it can sustain vary from manufacturer to manufacturer have different price ranges. there are two types of top loaders in united states one is standard and other is High efficiency
The standard top loader uses an agitator that is connected at the bottom & has paddles extended from it. When the machine rotates the agitation begins which forces the water and detergent to act on the cloth in order to remove a stain. In Australia, Canada, UK this type of agitator is used while in Asia a propeller agitator is used.
High-efficiency top-loader has a drum that rotates at a vertical axis, which is quite similar to a front loader, & has a top lid as same as standard. high-efficiency top-loader saves water up to 50 % and consumes less energy as compared to standard.
Working of the front loader
A front loader has a drum that rotates horizontally & has an opening lid in the front. When the drum rotates it cleans more gently than standard top loader because it has not any agitator attached to it.
A small amount of water is added into the drum when the drum starts to rotate it lifts the cloths with its side pedals & due to gravity a scrubbing action takes place which removes the dirt from the clothes. that’s why these types of machines require less water and detergent as compared to standard loader washing machines
Pros & Cons of a top loader
The top loader machine has a much larger capacity as compared to the same size as a front loader. The commercially top loader of capacity 10 kg is been used.
An agronomically front loader is most preferred because it provides ease of loading and unloading. On the contrary, clothes can be added during the washing cycle.
Besides its benefits, it also has some drawbacks, because of its huge capacity it consumes more power, water & detergent as compared to a front loader.
It also produces undesirable noise due to its friction between clothes, which causes it less energy efficient.
In cost comparison, top-loaders are slightly cheaper than front loaders, but due to higher efficiency of front loaders per wash, the costs are somehow similar.
A good top load washer for a home depends on the requirements for example if you wash small loads or you are having a back injury then the top loader will do fine.
Pros & Cons of the front loader
Front-loaders are energy efficient as compared to top loaders because a top loader has a vertical drum & due to gravity, the motor consummates more power to complete a cycle. It uses less water & detergent, Samsung claimed that their front loader uses 13 gallons of water while the same capacity of top loader uses 28 gallons of water using less water leads to energy saving because the machine uses heaters to warm the water up to certain level, so saving water saves energy.
The front loader does not have agitators, as you can observe it has slightly embossed vanes that rotate clockwise and counterclockwise and the dirt is spilled off. this process provides more gentle washing. Front-loaders have more spin cycles as compared to top loaders, that provides efficient cleaning and hard stain removal.
Front-loaders also have some drawbacks. It takes more time as compared to the top loader because its number of cycles is higher. normally a top loader takes 20 minutes to complete a wash while the front loader takes up to 1 hour. Yet it takes time to overcome the costs due to its higher efficiency.
Choosing Front loader or Top loader?
Choosing the type depends on the requirements of the user, for instance, if you have a small loading of clothes you can choose front loader for starter, it consumes less energy, water & detergent. Traditionally top-loaders are used in houses which have a high load capacity of clothes because it serves more capacity than front loaders, yet it also takes less time per cycle of washing. The front loader gives you a quality wash in comparison to the top loader because it does not have an agitator. & it also provides more cleaning and stain removal.
Top loaders provide a benefit of loading or unloading the clothes easily from top, so this option can be used for elderlies or a person having some back issue. In cost comparison, Front loaders are a bit expensive than top loaders, but on the other hand front loaders are cost efficient so it will take its time to cover up the cost.
So, the selection of a washing machine depends on your requirements and the consideration made above. Nevertheless, for picking up a suitable machine with specific functions, you should always approach research over things so as you can easily decide and chose the best for you. Buying such a product needs a customer to take into account some important aspects and you tend to think much about some common, yet important questions, for instance: how costly is it? what is it’s washing capacity? Is it handy for you? is its lid suitable for your usage? What’s its longevity? Is it reliable or not? or maybe some questions concerning its electricity utilization. For resolving these questions, online reviews of people are the best guide, as you read the experience of users and trust them and decide wisely. In a nutshell, know about the pros and cons of machines before you step up to the shop. Have a worthwhile laundry!
