Checked all the boxes for us
Submitted by Chuck208 -
12/24/2021
We travel extensively and rent condos, most of which have one brand or another of a stackable washer dryer. The most common complaint on all of those was that they were noisy, so when buying one for our home, a quiet unit was our first search key. After that I reviewed comments from owners of these type units. I started with the lowest ratings and found many common themes among those who didn't like them. The same can be said for the top ratings and common themes from those owners. Overall, many of the low ratings had more to do with the local retailer, delivery/setup, and slow service complaints on the units that had out-of-the-box failures and what turned out to be improper operating by new owners. After much research, I settled on this unit. Have had it a couple months now and can say I'm completely satisifed. Our dishwasher is rated at 43 sones and the bathroom exhaust fan rated at 60 sones. This stackable has a sound level somewhere between those two. Closing the door to the room where it is located is all it takes to get nearly unnoticable noise levels. It is not soundless, and by just focusing for its running noises, it is easy to tell when either the washer or the dryer cycle has completed. The self-balancing feature has engaged only a couple times, and it works beautifully. The location of the electro-mechanical controls at the midpoint between the two units makes them easily accessable. The wide variety of selectable cycles and features meets the needs of the gambit of loads. I like the fact that the controls are not electronic, but mechanical. Eliminates the possible failure and cost of a combined electronic touch panel. The unit does have onboard diagnostic routines however that will greatle aid in any future troubleshooting. The dryer dries quickly. Overall there is a solid construction. I noted that the dryer door is much more substantial than most units I've previously used. The space above the washer door is adequate for filling and removing articles from the washer. Although the very top panel of the unit appears to have been damaged in shipment because of the way it is bulged out, this is actually the design to make room for the dryer tub. Not noticable unless you stand behind the unit which is usually against the wall. There were some reviews that mentioned eventual failure of the spline/clutch (affectionately called splutch), but that would make sense since this is the main mechanical operating link between washer cycles. Review of repair procedures for that looks like something I can do myself if it ever becomes necessary. All in all, very happy with the quality, performance, and price. Would buy again.
Originally posted on www.ge.com
Yes, I recommend this product
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