The very first washing machine with a steam function was released in 2005 by LG.
Similar models with this new feature began to appear on the Russian market much later.
The latest True Steam technology at that time was borrowed by other manufacturers who liked to introduce new technologies into the development of their devices.
Let's take a closer look at the analysis of this technology, and also consider which LG models have this function.
How the steam function works
During the washing itself, steam is fed into the drum through a rubber tube, which is fixed above the loading hatch. Steam enters this tube from the steam generator, which is located in the back corner of your washing machine, just to the left of the solenoid valves, through one of which water enters. Steam is supplied both during normal washing and during the separate “Refresh” function, where water supply to the tub is not needed.
The steam that enters drum, contributes to the complete powder dissolution. When washing with steam, the drum will have a constant temperature, reaching around 55 degrees Celsius, regardless of which washing temperature you have chosen.
LG washing machines with steam function
There were a lot of reviews about the steam function from customers who have already had the opportunity to use this device.
Advantages of steam processing
There are a number of advantages of washing with steam treatment.:
Under the action of steam, the dirt is broken down faster and better, and due to the fact that small drops of water penetrate even deeper into the fabric, the efficiency of the end result is 21% higher.- Vaporization uses much less electricity than the task at hand. heat all the water in the tank washing machine. Due to this, the result is obvious - the amount of electrical energy spent is much lower.
- Steaming clothes is similar to dry and less harmful boiling, which allows you to wash items from delicate fabrics. In addition, due to steam, unlike hot water, there will be no fading of fabrics.
- Steam treatment can easily replace soaking laundry, and after it the laundry will be washed much better.
- Thanks to the steam function of the washing machine, you can disinfect new clothes, toys, etc. without washing them.
Disadvantages of Steam Processing
But here, too, it is not without flaw. People who decided to buy an LG washing machine with a steam function noted several shortcomings, or, as it seemed to them, company blunders:
- Not all wash programs can be steam treated.
- Some, naively believing, believed that the steam function could replace ironing, but this was not promised by any manufacturer. Steam treatment will only make it easier for you to iron further.
- Even clothes that have been steamed without washing should be dried well afterwards, as they become a little damp after steaming.
So, as a conclusion, we note that as a steamer this function is very good. But for additional functions for washing, this mode is doubtful for many. Moreover, it is worth noting that washing machines with this function are slightly more expensive than standard counterparts with the same set of functions, but without steam.
Review of LG washing machines with steam function
There are a lot of steam models from LG. Let's see, which ones are the best, as well as compare their price categories and other features.
LG F14В3РDS7
This model is a narrow washing machine with an electronically controlled steam function and a digital display.- Dimensions 0.6 *. 46 * 0.85 m. With such a modest size, the washing machine can hold up to 8 kilograms of laundry.
- The machine has an ergonomic design in metallic silver.
- When spinning, the washing machine accelerates to 1400 rpm.
- All classes, including the class of washing, spinning and energy consumption, have the highest performance.
- In addition to the steam supply, there is a program for removing stains. There are 14 programs in total.
- There is leakage protection.
- Price 57 0 $lei.
LG F12U1HBS4
This True Steam and TurboWash washing machine is touch controlled.- Thanks to the spray function, washing time, water consumption and energy consumption are reduced.
- It is even possible to control the washing machine via smartphone.
- Dimensions 0.6*0.45*0.85 m.
- Loading of a drum reaches 7 kilograms of linen.
- Program 14.
- Price from 34 0$lei.
LG F12A8HDS
This washing machine has a steam function and is electronically controlled.- The capacity of the drum is within 7 kilograms.
- Miniature dimensions - 0.6 * 0.48 * 0.85 m.
- There is an intelligent memorization of past washing programs and leakage protection, as well as the possibility of canceling the spin.
- It has 14 washing programs, one of which is a hypoallergenic wash.
LG F1695RDH
This device is designed with electronic control and drum capacity up to 12 kilograms!- There is a drying mode in which the load of laundry is slightly less - up to 8 kilograms.
- Spinning can perform up to 1600 revolutions / minute.
- There is a function of automatic weighing of linen and determination of water consumption.
- There are 16 washing programs, one of which is a self-cleaning drum.
- There is leakage protection and self-diagnosis.
- Price 63 0 $lei.
I would like to sum up and say that it is quite possible to purchase an automatic washing machine from LG with a steam function at an affordable price.
