My husband and I just moved into a beautiful new apartment. Only problem is there is no washer/dryer hook-up. The laundry facilities are nice, but I can’t get myself to roll my dirty laundry through my complex, grab quarters from the Bank, lug my detergent, all while running back and forth to move my clothes into the dryer, and wait to repeat the process for another load. After doing my research I decided to get the Della Mini after watching videos, ciphering through reviews, and comparing prices etc.
Pros:
Price $120 bucks! Worth it.
Size (comparable to a large hamper/fits perfect in the master bathroom)
Quality: it gets the job done! Clothes are clean in minutes.
Spin dry: clothes come out practically dry. I rarely need to put it on longer than 2 minutes. Now the cons...
Cons:
- the hose is short and does not fit American nozzles. Do yourself a favor and just fill a bucket of warm/cold water. It’s faster.
- the cord is short. Depending on your set-up you may need an extension cord.
- Spin dry: do NOT overstuff! It will shake and go off balance. You will have to take longer drying clothes.
Drain: hose may need to be lowered to have drain function kick in. Or, I’ll just lift the machine (it’s light) up a bit to activate the drain.
Care: dry out the tub and remove all moisture. My tub arrived with a yellowish mold inside. Although I paid for a new one! At first I was furious, but after seeing that it functioned fine I decided to avoid the hassle of returning. Be sure to dry out excess water with a towel or rag.
Overall this thing has been a lifesaver! I will update this post in several months. Good luck 😊
The clothes get clean and ready to hang in less than 30 minutes.
First time users; to get the drain pump to work turn to "drain" then back to "normal" a few times in order to let the pump get primed.
Remove the clothes to the spin side before you turn the "drain" on.
Yes I run water into the spin side while it's spinning to rinse the clothes. Turn off the rinse water and let it spin. Done.
UPDATE: 11/27/2016; purchased in July 2016, used once per week for one or two loads. Drain pump quit and it does not drain without
a functioning drain pump. The pump acts as a drain valve so if it doesn't run it doesn't drain. No it doesn't just drain by laying down the drain pipe, not enough to utilize the spin dryer either. Had to take it outside and tip it over to drain it.
UPDATE 11/29/2016: Took the unit apart to see what was wrong, the little drain pump is just a small impeller which does not impede the flow
on or off. In my further search I saw a black object down under the spin tub. What would something black be doing down in there? It was hard to get to but I got hold of it and pulled and pulled, voila!, it was a black sock stuck way into the drain hole. No wonder it would not drain at all!
So if this unit ever does not drain, look into the spin tub, push it aside and look to see if the drain hole is plugged. It is easy to let something slip down between the gap at the top of the spin tub.
Update May 13, 2019: Still working good, has been used weekly! Tip; when finished and ready to be moved I set it up on the sink in order to completely drain the water. The drain hose can be lowered so ALL the water comes out. It is lighter to carry and since there is almost no water remaining it doesn't have a chance to get rancid.
I was very unsure about purchasing this due to the other reviews. However this little washer/spin dryer combo was really great. Clothes were clean. It agitated very well. Quick washing cycle. The only thing that was a minor annoyance was that the hose wasn't that long, but I just got an extender and problem solved. The spin dryer also does a great job. Clothes were soaking wet and within five minutes, they weren't dripping and were ready to be hung up to finish drying. I use this in an apartment. No problems leaking. No excessively loud functions. Easy to use. I watched a video on Youtube prior to using it so I knew some basic steps and it worked great. Also, the capacity is pretty decent as well. I'm a bigger woman and I washed pairs of joggers, three shirts, three panties, four pairs of socks and three bras in one load. And clothes came out clean. Recommend getting mesh laundry bags for smaller items like socks because it twists them around. But this was great. Happy with my purchase. Will update if anything breaks.
Love this machine,it washes and spins great. I've seen from the other reviews that they have had a problem with the water hose fitting there tap and the draining of the water had to be lower than the machine. My water hose has now been designed different from those I've seen on other videos its softer plastic and comes with a clip that fixes over your tap to keep the hose on. And I found out that if you got a container,I'm useing the tall cats litter one,put the out let hose in at a low slant in the container the water will start to trickle through,when it does quickly stand the container with the out let hose in it up as the water pours out fast. You don't need to then stand your mashine on a table as other videos show. The reason I only rated it 4 stars is because the hoses could be a bit longer,but apart from that it is a good little machine for 2 people.
Feature Product
- 【Built-IN Drain Pump】 Unlike our competitors, our washer features a BUILT-IN drain pump which effortlessly automatically drains water from the washer
- 【Compact Size】 The washer is great for dorms, apartments, condos, motor homes, RV's, camping and more
- 【Easy Operation】 Allows you to simply put in your load of clothes, fill with water, set the timer and start washing, no plumbing is required
- 【Dual Function】 Feature allows for a spin wash and spin dry at the same time
- 【Easy to Monitor】 Clear Lid allows you to see the wash and dry cycle and monitor the water condition; Overall Dimensions: 14-1/2"(L) x 24"(W) x 28-1/4"(H)
Description
Our portable compact washing machine is perfect solution for doing laundry in a compact environment. The washer features load capacity for doing light to medium laundry loads. Easily select wash or dry spin and the machine will automatically stop when the load is done. Our machine features a drainage tube which allows you to easily drain out dirty water. Save water and electricity by only washing what is needed.
Easy to operate, and powerful allows you to simply put in your load of clothes, fill with water, set the timer and start washing
This machine is ideal for doing small loads of delicate clothing like under garments, socks, towels and printed T-shirts
Clear Lid allows you to see the wash and dry cycle and monitor the water condition
Dual Function allows for a spin wash and spin dry at the same time
Unlike our competitors, our washer features a BUILT-IN drain pump which effortlessly automatically drains water from the washer
Allows you to simply put in your load of clothes, fill with water, set the timer and start washing, no blumbing is required
Timer Control Washing machine with spin basket up to 15 minutes (WASH) and 5 minutes (SPIN) with the control timer
The washer is great for dorms, apartments, condos, motor homes, RV's, camping and more
Watermarks left on hoses or tubs, it's manufacture function testing
Specs:
Color: White
Voltage: 115/60Hz
Watt Power: 240
Wash Capacity: 4Kg (8.8 Pounds) / 33L
Spin Capacity: 2Kg (4.4 Pounds / 16L
Drain System: Built-In Drain Pump
Waterproof Rating: IPX4
Spin Tub Material: Stainless Steel
Spin Timer: up to 5 minutes
Wash Timer: up to 15 minutes
Overall Dimensions: 14-1/2"(L) x 24"(W) x 28-1/4"(H)
Please understand it's not a fully automatic washer, you may need a little more work between washing and spinning
useful，good！
Only have had the washer for a couple of days but I'm very excited and happy to not have to go to the laundromat. The clothes came out clean and the machine is easy to figure out and use right away - I even did it without my husband. I had read a ton of reviews on other similar products and I'm glad I did - a lot of those suggestions helped a lot. By the way the washer is quiet but the spin makes a little noise. It is actually quiet If the load is small. If the load is heavier, it's not too much that I'm afraid my nosy neighbors will hear but it gets loud if the load is uneven or heavy. Good news is it is easy to stop and rebalance. Hints I used from other products 1 - it is faster to fill washer with a pitcher or bucket or large bowl, or shower than to use the tiny hose that came with it and 2 -the washer needs to be higher than the area to which the drain dumps. I put it on a shower bench to drain in my tub - although the washer cannot be stored in the bathroom or it could mildew according to Instructions. I tried it in my kitchen at first but the cord is short and after I thought the water pump had finished draining, I placed the hose on the floor and it slightly flooded my kitchen floor with all the water that was still in the hose. Happened twice. Overall very happy with the quality and excellent value. When the washer is delivered, it will say it is a washer on the delivery box. I have a very bad back but it is light and easy to move or carry. It must be on an even surface when washing, so if you put it on a bench make sure it is level. It holds lot more clothes than I expected but I wouldn't put too much in at once - better to do two loads than a heavy load just because I don't like the spinner noise. Also the options for gentle or normal and timer options from 3 minutes to 15 minutes on the wash cycle is great. The spin cycle also gives multiple timer options. Hope this helps. I washed my delicates & dresses and they came out great. I did a load with my husband's sweatshirt, an outfit of mine, some underwear, tshirts and there was plenty of room for more but I don't want to overload it. The clothes come out pretty dry from spin cycle. There is a white plastic plate thingy that you place on top of the clothes when they spin. The washer is attractive and if it lasts I will update to 5 stars. But the power cord really needs to be just a wee bit longer.
It’s small enough to fit in my bathroom closet and light weight so I can pull it out when needed. I uploaded a pic with my guinea pig on it for scale.
For one person, this is perfect for average sized laundry loads. I’ve also washed throw blankets and towels in this with no problem. I typically wash 4 pairs of jeans at a time or a regular sized load of light weight clothes at a time.
With this little thing, I have been able to save money and have clean clothes and blankets all the time!
Some suggestions:
-use more water than less, it makes for better draining and helps the clothes agitate
-don’t use nearly as much soap as you would do with a large machine. This will help the clothes not be stiff when they come out of the “dryer”
-when using the spin dryer, hook up the water supply to the dryer for the first two minutes to get soap and dirty water off, then spin dry the rest of the time
I have also included a video that I posted to a cleaning Facebook group I’m in.
Where to even start with this washing machine...I'm a travel nurse and have an RV....one of the things I hate most is going to the laundromat...I did ALOT of research before finally ordering this machine...boy am I glad I did! This little baby spins my clothes out better than my home washing machine!! Yes it is a little labor intensive having a separate bin to wash and spin and I spin things out one or two at a time because the wash side holds more than the spin side but I wouldn't give this thing up....no way!! Even my Dad was impressed and that's not an easy sell :) Order one...you will be glad you did!!
I was not really sure what to expect but I felt so many reviewers were happy and satisfied I couldn't go wrong. I LOVE THIS MACHINE!!
Would give it 10 stars if I could. My only criticism is it refers often to water levels and none of us who looked could find any level markings within the tub. It is perfect size for my needs. I am somewhat disabled and to be able to wash a few things within the bathroom, where we placed it with easy access to water and drainage.
It also does a great job with everything I have washed. I am amazed how dry things are after spinning. Just a really great machine.
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