I just bought the LG FV-1409S4W. Delivered today actually. Previous one was also an LG, a WF-TS888TC top loader which was with us for 17 years. Fixed once (water inlet valve) in 2016. Though it’s still working, the spin was getting really weak. Instead of repairing, just thought to get a new one.

Also looked at Electrolux and Bosch.

Which did you get in the end?

This post has been edited by soonwai: Jun 9 2023, 09:22 PM

Already used 6 times so far. LG ThinQ app keeps track of it. Performance OK, I guess. Clothes are clean. Cleaner than top loader? Honestly, I dunno. My wife says it is. Myself, not used to seeing so little water in the tub. Seems much quieter than my old LG but trying to think back what that sounded like when it was new 17 yrs ago, a bit susah.

Bought from HomePro, RM2199 less 5% = RM2089.05. This includes delivery and installation. Missed TNG eWallet RM100 by one day. Promo ended on 4/6. :-(

Not sure about this. Manual only states standby power consumption. Have never considered dryer since we live in terrace house with space for clothes hanger. The only time we took laundry out to the shop for drying was during that crazy rainy season a couple years ago when it was non-stop raining for many days.

A few other notes:
- HomePro installer is just 3rd party lorry delivery. They hooked up the water-in hose and water outlet hose. Did not level the machine properly, just agar-agak. Adjusted but did not lock the feet in place. I asked about leveling it and they did say Yes but no big deal. I didn't say anything else and just did it myself later. I noticed that the machine was not leveled well when the drum was spinning down. At certain frequencies, the whole thing will vibrate.
- The installers also took away my old LG for free. I think they were hinting at money for that but, initially, I told them to just bring it outside for the Majlis to come collect it (Selangor will collect bulky items for free.) They probably saw that I had laundry outside so I guess they believed me when I said the old machine is still working.
- Got 2.4Ghz WPA2 wifi and LG ThinQ app. Most useful features are:
- notification when laundry is done.
- keeps track of how many wash cycles and reminder for tub clean after 30 washes.
- Can also download one custom cycle. Default is "Rinse and Spin."

Youtube got a few videos. Not quite the exact model but close enough.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzTlIXjpo7I (The 8.5KG model without wifi.)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxVhsq_SwkM&t=332s (The S3W model with Turbowash.)

This post has been edited by soonwai: Jun 13 2023, 12:33 AM

Biggest thing we have is king size mattress protector. Lucky not very thick so can fit.

Still using the previous top loader liquid detergent. Forgot the brand but not one of those expensive ones. Later update.

I heard powder is better? What brand liquid or powder are you using?

The 8.5 one is a bit smaller. Not so deep if that's the correct word. Width and height same. Maybe motor weaker since max spin is 1200rpm vs 1400rpm on the 9kg. No idea about drum sizes or the 10.5kg one.

The liquid detergent that I'm using at the moment is Sibee. Looks like NSK in-house brand. Wife bought it, I guess must be cheap. Before this, we used Top and Smart Daia.

I leave both letrik and water on. Malas to turn off/on all the time.

I eventually bought LG 9.0.5KG top load. Can start reading from here.

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...ost&p=107445748
and
https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...ost&p=107463983

This post has been edited by soonwai: Jul 26 2023, 06:35 PM

My bad. I bought the LG FV-1409S4W. 9KG not 9.5KG.

Now got RM100 TnG rebate: https://www.lg.com/my/promotions/65-anniversary-treats-2023

This post has been edited by soonwai: Jul 26 2023, 06:33 PM

Yes, mold is always a problem. How long did it take for yours to become that moldy?

Yes, I think it's a bit off but I didn't really double check. Maybe look at it closer starting today.