Here I am writing my 5 Month review!! I loveee this machine!! I am a mother of 4 and I always stayed in an apartment so going back and forth to the laundromat has always been a hassle!! So I started To do my research on one of these machines and I came across this one. I have to admit I was reluctant because of the bad reviews and so forth but I needed one badly. Might I add that this purchase was my second one because the first came damaged I guess through shipping so I returned it and got a new one! To say the least I have washed comforter, jeans(lots of them) blankets and more and it all comes out clean smelling really good. If anyone is considering buying one let me tell you.. yes you will definitely get your money worth
Really cool little washing machine. I've had it for almost two years, and it's still going strong. I've mostly used it with a connector that allows me to attach it to the kitchen faucet, and that works well. I also had it, at one time, in a garage hooked up like a regular washing machine, and that worked well, too. I heard some criticism somewhere that the lint filter wasn't adequate. For me, it does the job just fine and is easy to clean after each load. I definitely recommend this machine. (Be careful, though: I had to send the first one back due to inadequate packaging resulting in a big dent. The second one also arrived with a smaller dent, but Amazon gave me a partial refund to make up for it, and I decided just to live with the small dent rather than risking getting a third with another large dent. I hope Amazon has solved this problem by now.)
So far so good. I had some problems in the beginning none of them related to the machine but related to delivery and to my faucet. After those problems were resolved I was able to hook up the machine on my own without any leaks. That in itself is no small feat because I am 65 years old and an invalid so if I can do it I know you can. I am still getting used to the different cycles. I can already tell this is not a machine I want to be without. I specifically like the air dry function. I interrupt the cycle every 10 or 15 minutes and rearrange the load so that there is an even distribution of drying. When the cycle is complete the clothes are nearly dry and I hang them on a dryer rack or in the closet and within an hour they are completely dry. There is another machine on the market called an all-in-one which is a washer and dryer in one unit that sells for approximately $1,500. This Panda machine does the same thing for $300. So there is absolutely no comparison. I am very lucky in that my bathroom is large enough to place this unit next to the sink with the inlet hose and drain hose right there. I won't be moving this machine around except once a month when I clean out the lint filter in the back. Because this is my first foray in to plumbing I don't quite have the confidence to say this machine is perfect but it may very well be.
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I've had this Panda washer for a year and I have to tell you I love it more than I did when I got it. I use it a couple of times a week and I truly could not live in this building without it. The laundry room is fairly inaccessible to someone with mobility problems. I do periodically use the laundry room dryer for blankets, quilts, and such. It never fails that I have to wait for a free dryer. Once the elevator door tried to close on me, trapped me, and wouldn't let me go. So this Panda washer is literally a lifesaver. I'm just sorry I can't give it 10 stars. If you are considering buying this don't wait!
If I had to improve on this machine the only suggestion I would make would be to add a water heater. I wish my building's water was hotter so I use Lysol laundry disinfectant to compensate.
I would not hesitate to purchase this machine again, even though I've only been using it two weeks; however, I've been using it about 4 time daily. Since I'm using it in my apartment I needed to hook it up to a faucet. The machine is shipped with two inlet hoses and a single quick release female faucet adapter, so I went to Home Depot and bought Y-hose adapter to bring both hoses into one feed (I bought one that uses lengths of hose as part of the adapter, thereby lengthening the hookup distance), two female-female garden hose adapters, a universal faucet adapter for the quick release, and two more adapters to join the Y-hose adapter to the quick release. Add a little silicon tape to the adapter threads and this setup has been leak proof ever since. The rate of flow from the discharge hose is also slow enough that my small bathroom sink can handle it easily, even with large loads. The volume of discharge in the sink never rises above the bottom third.
Pros: not as heavy as I expected, has two wheels that help move the washer when tipped to the rear about 45 degrees, standard hot and cold water hookups on the top rear of machine - centered; drain hose on the left rear and extends at least 5 feet; drain hose must reach 34-40 inches in height to work properly; the heavy, jeans, and quick wash programs are convenient; extremely easy to turn on and start; nice window on top of machine so you can watch the machine in operation and judge whether you added enough soap; fail-safe on lid stops the machine immediately if opened (can quickly toss in a shirt if need though); attractive; quiet; good speed on spin cycle (can air dry on a clothes line without any worries about dripping); feels and sounds well-built; extremely fast shipping via FedEx; the 10 minute quick wash is very convenient when time is short
Cons: arrived dented because the anchor holding the wash tub in place broke during shipment, but I kept the machine because the dents were very minor and the machine works flawlessly; on the highest water setting will wash only about 2 pair of jeans and 2 T-shirts; will wash a full-size synthetic blanket, however or 4 bath towels at once or a set of sheets.
Just got it today and so far so good, we are on load 3. Was a dummy and didn't realize the top of the box just has to be pulled up. lol We did it the hard way. I really love this machine. I screwed the bottom on, adjusted the feet on the bottom to be flat on the floor, hooked up all the hoses (they send you an adapter that is compatible with the common sink in case you don't have a hook up and boom, within minutes we're washing clothes. Clothes came out smelling fresh and clean. Good spin action, not dead silent but comfortably quiet. It is imperative that you clean the lint filter!!!! inside the washer tub. Pull it out and open it up fully. Like the dryer, it collects a lot of wet lint and dirt and it stacks up super fast. So make sure you get into the routine and teach your kids how to clean the filter or you will have trouble with the machine at some point. On day one it's an absolute 100% recommend. It doesn't wash a large load because it's a portable but it sure is beating all of the other brands lately. I had a Samsung that was a piece of crap. My mom's Kenmore needs constant service. Will update as time goes by.
Feature Product
- Cable ManagemeIt is an enhanced version, a space-saving design which makes your laundry easy and simple. It is perfect for Apartment, RV, Vacation Home, Dorm, and second washer for your house.nt: keeps everything organized
- Lager size 13lbs capacity allows you to hold up to 13lbs. of cloth, timeless design, portable and lightweight to carry around, regular 3 prongs 110 Voltage which can be plugged anywhere
- Electronic controls with LED display. 8 washing programs and 8 water levels, Stainless steel drum is durable and resists rust and chipping
- Connect the washer directly to your standard faucet using the inlet hose and quick adapter
Description
Boasting a unique, space-saving design, new model of Panda Portable Compact 13 lbs Top Load Washer makes your laundry easy and simple. It is compact which is perfect for small loads for daily usage, you can use it in apartment, dorms, RVs, and it just the right size to be the second washer in your house.
This portable top load upper drainage washing machine offers 8 different washing programs set with the touch of a button. 8 water level settings to make sure your clothes come out as clean as can be. Its sturdy and quiet design accommodates up to 13 lbs. of laundry in its stainless-steel drum which is durable and resists rust and chipping. Lightweight to carry around, regular 3 prongs 110 Voltage can be plugged anywhere. 325 Watts of motor rate, it saves the electricity bills.
Brand: Panda
Model: PAN60SWR1
Color of body: Light Gray
Color of lid: Deep Grey
Capacity: 13 lbs
Wash Program: 8
Water Level: 8
Tub Material: Stainless Steel
Dimensions: 20 (L) * 19.5 (L) * 35 (H) inches, whith lid open 41 inches high
Weight: 57 lbs
Length of inlet hose: 39 inches
Length of drain hose: 55 inches
1 Year manufacturer warranty
Please acknowledge before purchasing:
*This machine only has ONE water inlet that can be connected to a standard faucet using the inlet hose and quick adapter in the package. Please adjust water temperature by the faucet.
**To ensure the quality of products, 2% of the machines were water tested by the manufacturer before transporting to our warehouse, so you will have a chance to see watermark or water left outside or inside the machine.
***Please remove the black rectangular plastic piece (motor protection part) located at the bottom of the machine from the machine before using the machine.
The hoses that come with it are short you will most likely need to buy longer high pressure washer hoses and drain hose. If you are in an apartment you will likely need to buy very special valves and water line connectors to hook it up. so plan on spending about 80 to 100 on hoses and valves connectors. I don't have a normal old faucet. I have a very nice hose handle sprayer kitchen faucet so it doesn't just screw on to my faucet. Be prepared for figuring out how to make it work for your situation. But the washer is definitely worth it!
Great item. Almost as big as a regular machine. No more laundromat!! :D
So I bought the big Panda almost a year ago. It gets used every week. I actually bought the wheels for underneath it. I am a wheelchair user and liked the smaller size so I can actually get the clothes out myself. The wheels make it easy to push it around myself as well. I cannot say enough about this machine. I love my Panda. I do need to get a new set of quick connect connectors. The ones that came with the machine got lost and the ones at Home Depot won't fit my faucets they only work on garden hoses.
After a month of use (5-6 loads) it's working very well. Shipping was quick as I ordered it on a Friday and it arrived the following Wednesday. I bought this model because it has one of the largest capacities for a portable washer. Also, the mostly favorable reviews made me think that this was the best choice. I hooked it up to the kitchen sink using the quick connector that is supplied with the unit. By hooking it up directly to the faucet I can control the temperature of the water from there, but I only wash with cold water anyway. There are a couple of small wheels on the back to move it around, but I purchased a $15 furniture dolley from Harbor Freight that makes it much easier to move around. You have your choice of 3 wash sizes (small, medium or large). I always use large because I try to maximize my loads. A large cycle will wash 2 khaki pants, 2 collared shirts and about a week of socks/underwear for 1 person. You can probably do more than that, but I don't want to overload it. The wash cycle lasts around 40 minutes and the clothes come out pretty clean. There are a lot of moving parts when it agitates, so hopefully that will not cause it to prematurely break down. Overall I'm happy with the performance, ease of use and portability of the machine. If it gives me several years of good service, I will be extremely happy with my purchase. I also purchased the largest capacity Panda dryer and so far I'm happy with it too. I will write a separate review for that.
Overall, I'm very happy with this washer. It's quiet, cleans a surprising amount of clothes, and leaves them more than dry enough to put on a drying rack without any fear of dripping.
Two minor complaints:
1. It ties your clothes in knots! Something about the agitation process gets your clothes so tangled that they become knotted together. When it hits the spin cycle, each side of an item can end up on opposite sides of the tub and it's getting pulled and stretched apart. If I'm paying attention, I'll usually pause the machine before the last spin cycle and unknot some things just to try to prevent possible damage.
2. As addressed elsewhere, it becomes very destabilized if you try to wash a small load. Setting it to use a large amount of water helps, but that's not a great option. I mostly bought this to avoid hand washing exercise clothes several times a week. I ended up having to buy several extra sets anyway so that I can have something to use until I have enough laundry to do one large load.
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