Washing machines of American origin Frigidaire: 4 models

The Frigidaire washing machine is a rare guest in the homes of our compatriots. This American brand is not very popular in the Russian home appliances market. Let’s find out how these washing machines differ from the usual CMA, familiar to our consumer.

What is the brand and who is the manufacturer?

Frigidaire is an American brand of home and kitchen appliances. The brand is currently part of Electrolux group. The company “Frijideer” has a century-old history, all of its activities are mainly related to refrigeration equipment. Frigidaire has been on the Russian market since the 90s. The country of origin is the USA.

Models overview

Frigidaire introduces drum-type frontal SMAs and vertical activator automatic machines. The latter do not have a stylish design, but they are reliable, like most activator washers.

In activator machines, unlike drum analogues, the linen is mixed with special blades mounted on a shaft – activators.

FWS 1649ZAS – low spin speed

Vertical full-length SMA of the activator type. The control panel is equipped with a mechanical control. There are only ordinary buttons and a rotary knob, the use of which does not cause problems. Things are laid from above – this is more convenient than side loading, since you do not have to bend down and crouch to put 10 kg of things into the drum. The machine is connected to cold and hot water supply.

• Capacity: 10,1 kg.
• Drum volume: 85 l.
• Water consumption: 74 liters per cycle.
• Drying: no.
• Spin speed: 300 rpm.
• Number of programs: 7 pcs. (natural fibres, mixed fibres, knitted/delicate fabrics, super rinse, strong spin).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / G.
• Safety: overfill protection, unbalance control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 68,6×68,6×111,8 cm.
• Weight: 68 kg.

A feature of this model is the use of triactive washing. The rotation of the drum is counterclockwise, and the shaft, fixed in the center, is able to rotate in different directions. Connecting to hot water allows you to save energy on heating. Detergents in this machine are poured or poured directly into the tank.

Advantages:

• There are many programs – there are for synthetics and wool, automatic, for heavily soiled clothes and others.
• The hatch door is equipped with a lock.
• Roomy.
• Large selection of settings.
• short cycles. The maximum duration is half an hour.
• The drum is made of polymer material – it is not subject to corrosion, dents and burrs do not appear on it, which means that things do not tear or deteriorate.
• Washes large items.
• Carefully washes expensive woolen products, as washing is carried out not due to friction on the surface of the drum, but thanks to bubbles. The latter, passing through the fabric, knock out the dirt.
• There is a “wrinkle-resistant fabric” program, on which it is recommended to wash synthetics.
• Rinse turns on automatically, but if desired, add an additional cycle – to better rinse the powder from fabric fibers.
• There is a water control system – the machine measures the amount needed to wash a particular linen – its weight is taken into account.
• The spin is selected – there are three options. The spin speed is low, but the maximum class is A. This is achieved thanks to the horizontal drum – the spin is more efficient.
• There is a system that controls the imbalance, which prevents the machine from vibrating.
• When the spin is turned on, the door lock is activated – this prevents it from opening during washing.
• There is a self-cleaning filter that collects debris – fluff, threads and the like.
• There are self-adjusting legs.

Disadvantages:

• Non-standard dimensions.
• The maximum water temperature is 70 °C.
• High cost – at a price more expensive than many drum washers.

This machine works in automatic mode – it erases, rinses, spins, but the settings here are chosen a little differently than in the usual drum SMAs – first they select the washing program, then they set additional options – rinsing, prewash, soaking. Then choose the temperature. Details about the operation of this model are described in the instructions – any user will deal with all the functions and capabilities of this device in half an hour.

MET 1041ZAS – with dryer

The washer-dryer is a small laundry room designed for washing a large family. Laundry is loaded from above, and it is dried in a tumble dryer – its capacity is 161 liters. Mechanical control – carried out by means of buttons and a rotary knob. There is a drying based on the action of a directed flow of warm air.

• Capacity: 10,1 kg.
• Drying: yes.
• Drum volume: 85 l.
• Spin speed: 600 rpm.
• Number of programs: 6 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, quick, in plenty of water, preliminary).
• Energy efficiency class: A.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / E.
• Safety: leakage protection, imbalance control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 69x79x192 cm.
• Weight: 118 kg.

Advantages:

• Big download.
• There is an ultra-gentle washing mode – you can wash fabrics that require delicate handling.
• There is protection against creasing things and 4 temperature settings.
• 3 combinations of activator rotation speeds.
• Drying is adjustable – there are 4 cycles and 4 temperature options.
• There is a quick-cleaning filter – protects the system from debris.
• The tank is made of polypropylene — the delicate relation to linen is provided.
• Triactive wash is used.
• A system for distributing detergent, rinse aid and bleach has been introduced.
• There is protection against water overflow through the lid.
• Washed clothes have to be manually transferred to the dryer.
• No heating element – saves energy.

Users did not report anything about the shortcomings of this machine. Note that compared to the previous model, it has drying, and costs almost the same. Because of the extra tumble dryer, this machine costs almost twice as much as a non-dryer washer from other better-known brands.

MLCE10ZEMW – mini laundry

Another free-standing SMA of the activator type. She has a vertical loading and mechanical control – in this she repeats the previous machine. There is a drying tank for 161 liters. The tank and drum are made of plastic. The case is also plastic. This model is a complex of two full-fledged appliances – a washing machine and a dryer.

• Capacity: 10,1 kg.
• Drying: yes.
• Drum volume: 85 l.
• Water consumption: 90 liters per cycle.
• Spin speed: 650 rpm.
• Number of programs: 6 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, quick, in plenty of water, preliminary).
• Energy efficiency class: A.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / E.
• Safety: leakage protection, imbalance control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 69x79x192 cm.
• Weight: 113 kg.

The washing drum is located at the bottom – laundry is laid into it through the top. Above is a drying apparatus with a front opening hatch. The washing and drying devices have separate control panels – with their help they set the parameters of the processes.

Advantages:

• It draws water from the water supply – cold or warm, and then, if necessary, heats it up to the desired value for the program.
• Drying condenser type. You can choose the option – by time or by humidity. There is also a choice of temperature at which the laundry dries.
• High class washing and spinning.
• Adjustable feet provide stability even on uneven ground.

Disadvantages:

• The user has to set the water level himself – for some this is a plus, others believe that the machine itself must calculate the water consumption.
• The maximum water temperature for washing is limited to 60 °C.
• Washed linen, unlike drum SMA, has to be transferred to the dryer. Then set the process parameter.
• High price.

This model was developed in 2015 and is more advanced than the previous washer dryer. True, the improvement cost buyers a lot – the new model is almost three times more expensive. CMA MLCE10ZEMW is designed for the average family. It washes and dries all types of fabrics, including wool and silk. Drying lasts no more than 40 minutes, after which the laundry is blown. Thanks to the cold blowing, the products retain their shape. A great option for an apartment, cottage, country house.

MLF125BZKS – frontal

Freestanding frontal CMA without dryer. The control panel has a digital LCD display. The tank is made of plastic – polypropylene, low noise level is provided. An optional pedestal with a drawer can be purchased for the machine.

• Capacity: 11 kg.
• Water consumption: 90 liters per cycle.
• Spin speed: 110 rpm.
• Number of programs: 7 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, prewash, wool).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / C.
• Safety: partial leakage protection, imbalance and foam control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 69x61x92 cm.
• Weight: 93 kg.

Advantages:

• Spacious drum.
• Simple control.
• Symbolic designation of modes – simplifies management.
• Possibility of the choice of temperature mode.
• There are 3 compartments for detergents.
• A timer is provided.

The main disadvantage of this SMA is the lack of reviews. This may be due to the low popularity of the brand and the novelty of the model.

Conclusions

Summing up:

• In activator machines with a horizontal drum, a high spin class is achieved even at medium speeds. Therefore, 600 revolutions in this type of washing machine does not mean that they do not wring clothes well.
• You can get acquainted with the assortment of the brand on the official website of the company.
• Frigidaire are unpresentable in appearance, but efficient. These are ordinary workhorses for which our buyer is not greedy. There is no “stylish design”, control from a smartphone and many other innovations that are stuffed with Korean and German drum-type SMAs. Such washers are chosen by fans of simple solutions. It is a pity that due to the unpopularity of the brand, there are so few reviews about these washers.
• In activator CMA with a dryer, the level of automation is lower – a person has to take more part in the process than with drum CMA. So, in particular, after washing, a person must manually transfer the laundry to the dryer.

“Frijideer” is presented on our market in a modest assortment – only a few models. Front-mounted SMAs are nothing special, but top-loading activator machines can be interesting, the simplicity of their design is the key to reliability and durability.