Washing machines: Compare features & prices Hotpoint WMD942G Ultima review

The freestanding Hotpoint WMD942G washing machine has a large-capacity 8kg drum, a 1400rpm spin speed and an LCD screen that displays your washing options clearly and shows how long a program has left to run. We tested this washing machine in our labs to find out how good it is at cleaning clothes.
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Specification criteria Specification
Test date
Test date 9 December 2010
Specification
Machine type Freestanding
Capacity (cotton, kg) The maximum load of washing that the machine can take (generally varies between 5 and 10kg). 8.0
Size, hxwxd (cm) Includes the space taken up by hoses and attachments. 85X60X63
Top spin speed (rpm) 1400
Colour Graphite
Energy label The manufacturer's energy-efficiency ratings for energy use, washing performance and spin drying, based on 60oC wash setting. 'A' indicates that little energy is used. AAB
Warranty (years) Length of the free warranty for parts and labour. To receive the full period of the warranty you may have to register the machine with the manufacturer soon after making the purchase. 1
Programs
Easy iron An easy iron cycle will reduce creasing and make it easier to iron clothes after washing. Yes
Hand wash program A hand wash program will simulate hand washing and treat clothes in a gentle fashion. Yes
Extra rinsing Extra rinse cycles will rinse clothes for longer. No
Variable spin Yes
Delayed start Whether starting the washing machine can be delayed  useful if you want to take advantage of cheap-rate electricity. If the machine will be turned on while unattended, make sure a smoke alarm is fitted nearby. Yes
Run time
Time standard cotton (hr:mm) Time taken to run an everyday cycle 1hr 29min
Time easy care (hr:mm) 1hr 7min
Time remaining display Whether the time remaining is displayed Yes
Energy costs
Energy costs (£) The cost of using the machine on the cottons wash program four times a week for a year 13

Hotpoint WMD942G Ultima

  • Launch date: May 2010
  • Type: Freestanding
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