Bought this machine at a trade fair in 2006. Machine is still in very good working order albeit a leak which I am yet to repair myself. This machine was operating almost on a daily basis as we live in a flat and do all the drying in a dryer machine. To prolong the life of machine, you have to use low sud detergent meant for front loader and also the minimum amount (experience). I have not used the heating function on this washer before and am now considering using it. However I would like to know the capacity of the water during wash cycle so that I can calculate the time taken to heat up to 80 degree C.

This washer is awesome! It uses 1/5 the soap and reduces water usage. It takes a little getting used to for some people who think "more is better" My clothes are just as clean but much softer since there's less soap to be rinsed out and not being left in the fabric. So needless to say it's a money saver. For a space-saver it really has surprising capacity. It fits perfectly in our "stacked" laundry closet in our retirement park model home! Love it!!

My new dryer is very efficient and has an enormous capacity.Clothes come out dry and I love the wrinkle control feature.