Haier BD 203GB

Advantages: does a quick wash in less that half an hour
Disadvantages: won't spin properly unless full load

...I bought my machine of a auction site. I had never actually heard of Haier washing machines before, but had a lot of fun bidding for it. I had already been told that appliances bought of an auction site, would probably have a bit of damage to them. When the machine arrived I found one small dint in the side, which when it was in situ couldn't be seen, so I was happy with it. The appearance of the machine is good, it is silver and fits in with any decor. There is quite a large range of wash cycles including quick wash. There are variable spinning speeds, the top one being 1400. The first wash I did I was extremely pleased with. I just used quick wash and the clothes came out clean and well spun. The next was I did was not a full load and when i got the clothes out they were absolutely dripping wet. I tried to spin them again... Read review

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Advantages: Good if you get one which actually works
Disadvantages: it's much faster to list the good points about this machine almost everything is bad

...hello there i am an experienced white goods engineer who deals with all brands of washing machine, electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge freezer, tumble dryer, i work for a certain high street chain who sells loads and loads of these haier washing machines and what i can reveal is quite shocking 75% of these machines develop at least one fault within the first year most common being the pcb (printed circuit board) reseving a poor signal from the taco on the motor making the machine belleve it's unbaleneced this however isn't the only problem motor brushes WILL melt in some cases catch fire and finally the bearings are constantly failing, theres a reason why our chain took these off the market for a while, two words DON'T BUY.... Read review

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Advantages: Has a great fan assisted oven (no more Aunt Bessies!!)
Disadvantages: May take a little timegetting used to the controls.

...The sales assistant wasn't really impressed that we didn't take out and extended warranty. But as it comes with a free 5 year warranty, I thought that I would wait until nearer the time. In order to have the free 5 year warranty you have to fill in the paperwork and send back to Hotpoint. It as always a good idea to keep your receipt and a photocopy of any details sent. I chose the black model which cleans up really well. The main oven cooks almost evenly, as I have already put this to the pizza test. I have not experienced any odours from the oven, which you usually get upon the first few times that you use a new oven. The BD32 has an AA energy rating and a programmable timer. It may take a little time to get used to the controls.... Read review

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