Nowadays, people are becoming more and more accustomed to comfort, and if a few years ago we put up with the noise emitted by our washing machines, today we try to choose a silent washing machine. The advantages of quiet washing machines are not even amenable to discussion and debate. This technique is especially relevant in families with a small child. It’s already difficult to put the baby to bed, and if the washing machine rumbles here, then the nerves can finally pass.
Let's see why washing machines make noise, and what this noise level depends on. We will also try to choose the quietest washing machine.
How to choose the quietest washing machine
In fact, choosing a silent washing machine in our time is very simple. To do this, you just need to look at its characteristics.
Washing machines have two characteristics:
- Noise level of the washing machine in the wash mode
- Noise level in spin mode
These characteristics are measured in decibels (dB), the lower this figure, the more quietly the machine will work.
Now you know that a machine with a lower noise figure in dB is quieter in operation. For example, today the noise level during spinning at 60dB is an excellent indicator.
If we talk about specific models of washing machines, today progress is moving so fast that it makes no sense to bring them here, because tomorrow more silent washing machines may appear on the market. It would be most correct at the time of purchase to look for a machine with the smallest amount of dB.
Of the brands, one can distinguish such as AEG and Miele, which rightfully deserve the status of the most silent washing machines. Of course, not all models of these manufacturers are such, but some please with their quiet operation.
Technologies that make the washing machine silent
In order to please the consumer, manufacturers come up with new technologies that can solve a number of problems.
One of these technologies is direct drum drive system for LG washing machines. The principle of operation of these washing machines is that a belt is not used to rotate the drum motor. It follows that there are fewer moving parts in the machine, and therefore less noise.
But don't take it as a rule. Not always direct drive washing machines They are quieter than conventional machines. Much depends on the class of the machine itself, on the manufacturer and on the place of assembly.
More expensive washing machines tend to be of higher quality and can run quieter than budget direct drive models.
The second technology for silent operation of washing machines is the presence of an inverter motor in it. We already wrote separately about washing machines with an inverter motor, and if you are interested, you can learn more about them.
In a nutshell, we can say that machines with such an engine have quieter operation due to the motor, which does not have brushes that also make noise during operation.
If you use these two technologies together, you can reduce the noise of the washing machine quite well.
What causes the noise of the washing machine
The washing machine is equipped with a number of moving parts that make noise.
- When the wash starts, it starts set of water, which is accompanied by noise, unfortunately this process cannot take place quietly. If many can put up with it, then not everyone puts up with the noise during the spin cycle of the washing machine.
- The engine is spinning, setting the drum in motion, which makes noise not only from the engine itself, but also from the drum with linen and water inside. Accordingly, the better all the spare parts that are involved in this process (bearings, belt), the quieter the machine will work.
- While draining water the pump starts to work, which also makes a sound, pumping out water, plus the water itself, draining through the hose into the sewer, makes noise.
- Washing machine installation also plays an important role. If the machine is not level, then it will make additional noise.
- Washing machine malfunction - over time, the parts of any washing machine wear out, and it starts to work more noisily, if you notice that the washing machine began to knock or make a lot of noise when washing or spinning, then you need to take care of its repair.
All these factors affect the overall impression of the washing machine, and when we talk about quiet washing machines, we mean that they must perform all of the above processes with the lowest noise level.
