Washing machines: Compare features & prices Indesit IWC6145S review http://www.which.co.uk/home-and-garden/laundry-and-cleaning/reviews/washing-machines/indesit-iwc6145s/review/
The freestanding Indesit IWC6145S washing machine has separate dials for program, spin speed and temperature setting, and a washing program specifically designed for cleaning trainers. But we wanted to know how good this washing machine is at cleaning all types of dirty laundry, so we put it to the test in our labs.
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| Specification criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test date | |
| Test date | 16 June 2009 |
| Specification | |
| Machine type | Freestanding |
Capacity (cotton, kg)
|
6.0 |
| Size, hxwxd (cm)
|
85x60x58 |
| Top spin speed (rpm) | 1400 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Energy label
|
AAB |
| Warranty (years)
|
1 |
| Programs | |
| Easy iron
|
No |
| Hand wash program
|
Yes |
| Extra rinsing
|
Yes |
| Variable spin | Yes |
| Delayed start
|
Yes |
| Run time | |
| Time standard cotton (hr:mm)
|
2hr 39min |
| Time easy care (hr:mm) | 1hr 16min |
| Time remaining display
|
No |
| Energy costs | |
| Energy costs (£)
|
32 |
Indesit IWC6145S
- Launch date: Apr 2009
- Type: Freestanding
- Which? score:
| Appliances Online | £240.00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance Deals | £240.00 | |
| Boots Kitchen Appliances | £256.99 | |
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Capacity (cotton, kg)
The maximum load of washing that the machine can take (generally varies between 5 and 10kg).
Size, hxwxd (cm)
Includes the space taken up by hoses and attachments.
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.
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.
Easy iron
An easy iron cycle will reduce creasing and make it easier to iron clothes after washing.
Hand wash program
A hand wash program will simulate hand washing and treat clothes in a gentle fashion.
Extra rinsing
Extra rinse cycles will rinse clothes for longer.
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.
Time standard cotton (hr:mm)
Time taken to run an everyday cycle
Time remaining display
Whether the time remaining is displayed
Energy costs (£)
The cost of using the machine on the cottons wash program four times a week for a year
