LG washing machine power

When purchasing a new washing machine, users pay attention to many characteristics: load capacity, program and option selection, price, and power consumption. The latter directly impacts the washing machine's energy efficiency. It's no wonder that the manufacturer places this information on the appliance's body.

Let's explore the potential power consumption of an LG washing machine. We'll tell you about the most energy-efficient models available today. We'll also explain how this figure is calculated at the factory.

The most energy-efficient LG washing machines

At first glance, the difference in kilowatt-hour consumption between different LG models seems small. However, if you do the math, over a few years of use, a particularly power-hungry machine can cost the user a pretty penny. It is recommended to immediately choose energy-efficient washing machines that will “eat” a minimum of kilowatts per cycle. We'll tell you about the most economical washing machines of this brand.

LG washing machines, which are assigned an energy efficiency class from “A” to “A+++”, are considered the most economical.

• The LG F2J3HS0W washing machine has a 7 kg capacity and an inverter motor. It consumes 1.06 kWh and has an energy efficiency rating of A+. This machine has a database of 20,000 possible fabric combinations, allowing it to select the optimal washing cycle for any laundry. It allows for additional loads after the cycle has started. The intelligent system includes 14 basic modes and various additional features (child lock, delayed start, etc.). Spin speed is up to 1200 rpm. The model costs approximately $490.
• The LG F2T9HSBB washing machine has a capacity of up to 7 kg and consumes only 0.79 kWh per cycle. It features 14 different wash modes, including a Steam function. It can be controlled via smartphone. The maximum spin speed is 1200 rpm. It has an A++ energy efficiency rating. The intelligent system detects the fabric type and the weight of the items loaded in the drum, and adjusts the cycle parameters accordingly. This model costs approximately $530.
• The LG F12B8WDS Frontalka washer can wash up to 6.5 kg of laundry at a time and can be installed freestanding or under the counter. It features a high-tech inverter motor and consumes 1.1 kW/h of power. Steam treatment is also available. The machine has 13 wash programs, including "Sport," "Daily," "Allergy," "Baby Care," "Eco," and "Drum Self-Clean." The maximum spin speed is 1200 rpm. The model costs approximately $380–$390.
• Another economical model is the LG F2V5GS0W, with a maximum capacity of 8.5 kg and an inverter motor. This narrow machine supports 14 washing programs, allowing you to select the optimal care algorithm for any item. Additional laundry can be added through the main door after the cycle has started. Power consumption is 1.25 kWh. The device can be controlled via smartphone via Wi-Fi. The maximum spin speed is 1200 rpm. "6 Motions of Care" technology ensures the most gentle care for laundry. A steam function is also available. The price of this washing machine is $490-$500.
• The LG F4M5VS6S washing machine has received numerous positive reviews from users. Its front-loading unit with an inverter motor can wash up to 9 kg of laundry at a time. The dimensions of the machine, despite its capacity, are quite standard – 64.5 x 64.5 x 88.5 cm. It is equipped with a touchscreen display. The model has an energy efficiency rating of "A" and a power consumption of 1.35 kWh. The spin speed is adjustable, reaching a maximum of 1400 rpm. An additional load option is available. Special technologies include "6 Motions of Care," "NFC," "Wrinkle Removal," and "Steam Treatment." The machine costs $510–$520.

When choosing a new "home assistant," be sure to pay attention to the "Power Consumption" and "Energy Efficiency Class" ratings. Based on these parameters, you can judge the machine's energy efficiency. Washing machines that are too energy-hungry will significantly increase your electricity bills.

Calculating the capacity of LG production

The capacity of automatic washing machines is calculated experimentally at the factory. The testing algorithm for all LG washing machines is the same. The following sequence of steps is performed at the factory:

• cotton fabric is placed into the machine (its weight corresponds to the maximum load weight of the washing machine);
• the “Cotton” mode is selected, with water heating up to 60 degrees;
• the washing machine is connected to a special device that calculates the amount of kW consumed;
• the cycle starts;
• At the end of the wash cycle, the recorded data is divided by the weight of the laundry and the duration of the cycle.

During a factory experiment, the power consumed by an automatic washing machine to wash 1 kg of cotton laundry per hour was calculated.

Power data calculated at the factory is considered an average. Actual kW consumption will vary depending on cycle parameters. If you only load the machine halfway, put synthetics in the drum instead of cotton, and select a quick program instead of a standard one, the energy consumption will change.

In general, the number of kilowatts consumed during washing is influenced by the following factors:

• type of washing machine (semi-automatic machines consume more electricity than fully automatic models with the same washing parameters);
• type of fabric (synthetics, wool, blended materials, products with filler differ from cotton, this affects the power consumed by the machine);
• running program (the lower the temperature and the shorter the cycle, the fewer kilowatts the machine consumes. On long cycles, the heating element and motor work harder, therefore, energy consumption increases);
• Drum load (the more items you load into the washing machine, the greater the load on the washing machine's main components. Consequently, kW consumption will increase).

Although power consumption is a fairly variable indicator, it's easy to use it to assess the energy efficiency of a specific LG model. All equipment is tested at the factory using a uniform algorithm. Therefore, if one washing machine consumes more kilowatts than another under experimental conditions, this will be true regardless of cycle parameters.

   

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