RCA Portable Washer Review & Panda Portable Dryer Review-Laundry for Apartment Without Washer Hookup
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Review and setup for portable laundry in apartments without washer hookups
RCA 2.0 cubic feet portable washer: www.walmart.co...
Panda 2.65 cubic feet portable dryer: www.walmart.co...
Drip pan for washer: www.amazon.com...
Dolly for washer: www.walmart.co...
Just adding an update as of July 2021- everything still working great! I have had these machines for a little over 2 years now and they are still running smoothly. There has been a lot of great dialogue in the comments about using cold or hot water; I got brave and started running some loads with warm water (not hot), which was technically against the instructions - I still use only the cold water inlet hose on the back, and I basically start the washer with cold water rushing in, switch to a warm temperature until it's mostly filled, and then right before the washer is done filling, I switch back to cold so that hot water isn't sitting in the hose/faucet during the whole load (I found if I leave the setting on warm the entire time, the faucet head starts to get extremely hot, which makes me nervous, so I am doing this process manually. Also, I am still selecting 'cold' on the wash cycle, because I'm only using the cold water inlet). I still have not gotten the dryer serviced by an electrician which I need to do, but I am keeping the vent and lint catch clean to avoid fires. I also want to thank another commenter for pointing out the right screens to buy for the dryer, which fit perfectly (I replace them every few loads): www.amazon.com/dp/B079RDS1Q5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZJM.Eb1ARSRKZ. Please also see my other comment below for more info! Sorry for my delay in all the comments and sorry if I missed any! Thanks for watching
Thank you
Can you do a update video or in the washer in the dryer ? I’m trying to buy a dryer I’m trying to see how it work please
Does the dryer fully dry the clothes ?
@@priscilladiaz224 I have a panda dryer it does dry a bigger load but it takes a little longer. Mine will be dry by 1hr 30 min
Thank you for the video, I have the same machine since 2020 and I have been using hot water with my bed clothes and towels and every thing is ok so far.
Tie a stocking hose around the end of the drain pump instead of using a strainer. It catches way more lint.
Great idea. #oldschool
JustCallMeQueen101 C. Bob US
Yes that is what i did with mine when i bought mine 2 years ago . it really catches a lot when you wash jeans. i also bought a compact portable clothes dryer . it has been so nice not having to go to the laundry mat anymore. I hated having to go there. LOL
I use Knee High hose for both my washer & dryer.
My mom always did that in her full size washer lol 😆
It also dried my clothes much better than normal size machines. I was so hurt. That dryer was really nice I had the 3.5cu ft. It is huge on the inside you would not believe the amount of clothes that can go in these size portable dryers. You can vent it inside as well with dryer sheets. The machine lasted a year 1/2. When buying these dryers go for the ones with a knob. The digital control panels go faster. Panda no longer makes this model so I had to replace the entire dryer. Fortunately I purchased the one time
$ 11.50 Allstate appliance protection insurance plan from Amazon. They reimbursed me the cost of the dryer and I replaced it with the same size Black + Decker. Panda no longer has the parts.
I also bought the Panda 2.6 cu ft with the touch pad. I purchased it on March 8 2021. It only lasted two yrs before it became inoperable. I live alone and do laundry twice a month at most. Cleaned the lint filter after every load without fail. Never overloaded its limited capacity. When it stopped working I spent countless hours researching/troubleshooting. Trying to identify parts to replace when/if I was able to locate the problem. There are NO appliance repair people who work on portable appliances. Nor do any appliance parts stores carry parts. Amazon carries just the most basic generic parts..belts and a few other things. Panda has only ONE 'customer service' contact via online. (The customer service number ONLY refers you to their online website..which is very basic). When I contacted them online, explaining the issue my dryer was having they said the control panel needed to be replaced. I would need to disassemble the dryer to investigate whether that is the actual issue. The control panel cost is $50. If that doesn't work then...I imagine MORE COSTS. For a dryer I bought two years ago for nearly $300.
FYI, I have had these two machines for a little over one year now so I am speaking to my experiences in the first year of owning and using these. Have not had any maintenance issues so far and I probably do 4-5 loads a week.
Some other things to note about the washer:
-Customer service was able to answer several of my questions via email, but there are no service centers in the USA, so plan to find a handyman or have extra money laying around if you need to fix or replace it.
-There was a small black piece of plastic that was underneath the washer which came loose upon unpacking the machine (square shape). This is not necessary to run the machine and is not structurally important (customer service confirmed this). I think it was there to stabilize during shipping.
-There was also a cover for the bottom of the machine that was included with a screw which I did not bother with, also not necessary to run the machine as confirmed by customer service. Having a drip pan underneath probably serves the same purpose (see description/end of video for link to drip pan).
-There was also a lot of styrofoam inside the washer so take your time looking around and vacuuming out the little pieces and be sure to use a filter over your sink drain where you’re draining the water. I ran a couple of empty loads with washing machine cleaner (powder sold at grocery store) and wiped down the inside before doing any clothes.
-The instructions advise that you run an empty load with bleach once a month or so to keep it clean.
Some other things to note about the dryer:
-It is light enough to drag out to your desired area without needing a dolly underneath (I also think instructions will tell you to only place this on a solid level surface like a floor so I do not have a dolly underneath).
-The instructions also advise you to get the unit serviced once a year by a qualified technician. I have not done this yet but plan to ask an electrician more about this.
EDIT 10/7/20: Thanks to another commenter, @Cheekie Reynolds, she was able to show me the right replacement filters for the dryer (this is the third piece I refer to when I clean out the lint trap in the dryer) - they fit perfectly: www.amazon.com/dp/B079RDS1Q5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZJM.Eb1ARSRKZ
I have one tap but hot and cold water through one tap. Can I not use hot water in this washer?
@@pinrayi7909 the instructions say that if you only have one tap (like you and me) you need to only use cold water (not hot and not warm). I asked customer service to explain why over email and they said "we really do not recommend using the hot water only options since it produces Hydrogen gas, which is flammable. It is not advisable to use both warm and cold inlet as it might destroy or damage the hose or much worst the unit itself." (from their email)
@PATRICIA ANN HINE says Lust is Destructive I have a full size (double size) bed and I use a duvet cover. I would not put my duvet cover in here as it is a bit too bulky. I wonder if they sell another size up, like 3 cubic feet washer, where you might have more room for a comforter
I just recently got this same washer, and I just want to say...THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DOING THIS VIDEO!!!!!!!!! You are an ABSOLUTE LIFESAVER!!! So many "little" things that you have shown were things I had not tapped into, but now I know!!! Thank you again, for taking the time to show this!!!
@@wafflesmomforlife9215 Thank you so much for the kind words!
Thank u I have a fractured hip n van do my laundry downstairs in basement of this rental n been wanting to no how they work cause they're pretty spendy from what I c but till covids over n get my hip fixed i need on bad lol thank u so much
Thank you and hope this works out for you!
Good job explaining everything! I've seen some videos that don't.... Great video!
Thanks so much!
Uhm, I hope you didn't pay for the 2.0 model because you have the 1.6 model. You can tell by the filter and also by the detergent dispenser. As the 2.0 and 3.0 models have a little bag inside the filter and then you also put the detergent on the right side of the detergent dispenser, as opposed to the left side of the detergent dispenser and as you did in your UA-cam video.
As per your video, your washer has no bag inside the filter and your powdered detergent dispenser is on the left side of the detergent dispenser. Which means you have a 1.6 model, as opposed to the 2.0 and 3.0 models.
If you were over charged because you ordered a 2.0 model, I would request the amount of money you were over charged back from the retailer you purchased it from. Indeed, just take pictures of your filter and detergent dispenser to prove you are telling the truth.
Tons quieter than my full-size washer from Sears!
Do you use two washers ? I’m thinking of getting one extra
Girl you did that boo will be purchasing both soon.
Haha thank you girl! Hope you enjoy yours
i want one of the .9 cu ft models i think itd be great for those times where you just want to wash a few items fast. they still let you set the water level and thats nice
Buy hosiery at dollar tree store and put on the drain hose for lint. Cut in pieces.
U can go to a hardware store and by the double hose connector, u put it on the faucet an connect both hoses, I had a stackable when I lived in this apartment in the late 90's, when my children was small, now there grown up, so its just me, I would like to purchase those 2 items, were did you get them from and how much?
Nice! Both from Walmart!
I have my RCA 2.0 washer for 2 years, I absolutely love it !! Like you I take good care of it by not overloading it, no conforters.I don't put any rubber mats there either. The 15 min cycle is very convenient. I'm so happy with it and highly recommend it.
Which one do you have? There are many types. I am looking for one that will last.
@@babycakes8434 the one I mentioned above RCA 2.0 capacity. I bought on Walmart on line, they delivered to the house.I got the dolly to go underneath as well.
Not comforter full size or twin??
@@mariadp1574 if fits a twin, but not bigger than that.I tried a full conforter once, it fits tight, but becomes too heavy when wet, and the machine was making weird noises, plus it will not wash it well.
Cost?
I have a washer an I turn on the hot an cold water on at the same time I just can't wash my clothes in all cold water 😩
I was confused on what she was saying about that but I can't see myself doing that either. 😭
Me either
Putting these on top of rubber mays helps to absorb rocking and noise for downstairs neighbors.
Hydrogen Gas from hot water is a danger, ONLY IF, haven't used water from hot water tank for more than 2 weeks (per page 3 of the Owner Manual).
Please explain?
If this washer is at a house where hot water is not used routinely for bathing, washing dishes, etc., hydrogen gas could be an issue. Otherwise, it's okay to use hot water in this washer. I wash with hot water in it, regularly.
I got my mom a washer similar to yours and she lives in an apartment as well. When I’m with her I also use it and to be honest her faucet is a lot like yours and we use the hot water as well as the cold. We just turn the hot or warm on.
I live in an apartment. I also have a mini washer ask mom if her water in the other areas gets cold while using hot water faucet with her washer. Reason I say is because your neighbors might be getting no hot water when she uses her washer on hot or warm. I live in housing complex it happened here and my maintenance told me the washer or the nozzle end creates some kind of hot water switch causing everyone to get only cold water while in use with anything other than just cold setting.
I was forced to get rid of mine by management. It's ok I got another 😅
Well done thank you very much for all your work making this informative video. Wow. The manufacturers ought to pay you. 😉
Hahah thank you so much for saying that!
Thank you for sharing. Your video has been so informational. Great instructions.♥️🙂
Thank you very much!
I have the full size RCA washer & it works great, leaves clothes very clean. Machine is very quiet. I have the same Panda dryer as well.
I have the same one and I use hot water I just change the hose when the rinse cycle starts
Best video ever! So informative & I’m also a female woman who literally has to figure things out on my own as well. This literally helped me fix my washer that had a bobby pin stuck and came out the bottom drain pump which I was looking for on the wrong side of my washer. Thank you!
So glad to help and thank you! Girl power
Can you shut off the faucet after the machine is done filling water? My apartment complex doesn't allow machines to be connected to a faucet which is constantly turned on (because of water pipe damage risk)
You explained these two appliances better than the others I watch thank you I'm thinking about buying both
Thank you for the comment!
ATTENTION !! The instructions say HE (high efficient ) detergent ONLY the liquid, NO POWDER actually. I have the same machine.
We must have different models because mine says "This washer is designed for high efficiency (HE) powder detergent ONLY" on page 23
You can buy these little mesh strainers for your washer hose from the grocery stores. They are normally found near or by the laundry detergents aisle.
What a total faff, I don’t understand why you guys in the states don’t have plumbing for washing machines in your flats and apartments, I couldn’t think of anything worse than having to use a communal laundry room, you never know what other people are washing in those machines, it’s very rare here in the uk to find a property that doesn’t have plumbing for a washing machine, even most tiny studio apartments have washing machines in them,
Hi Sarah, will a queen size comforter fit in there? Also, can I manually fill the water?
Nice video.
I bought a cheap portable washer just to try it out and it worked fine but was a little too small and was looking for a larger one.
This video was quite helpful and you did an awesome job explaining everything.
Thanks so much!
Im PISSED I JUST got mine today and the whole glass top is shattered...
That sucks!! 😫
Mine came with dents.
Thanks for showing the rinse cycle. I haven't seen anybody else do that. I wanted to know if it filled for the rinse or just sprayed the clothes. Good to know that it fills instead of sprays and the 2nd rinse is standard with the heavy load setting. I think this is the machine I'm going to buy. I'm going to get the larger 3.0 though. My old standard washer is a 3.5 so I'll still have a machine about the same size. Great review!!!
I appreciate this video tremendously! This has been super reassuring. I was getting overwhelmed with other videos, you covered everything!! Seriously amazing. Thank you for taking the time to share this!
Thanks so much for that!
Nice video! I recommend you check out the lint catcher from Daiso. Not sure if you have them in your area but it's a Japanese dollar store ($1.50 in the US). They have several lint catchers, either one clips to a hole on the drum, or one with a floater. They do an amazing job in picking up lint.
Thanks great idea!
Great informative video, I thought I was back in the military.
Haha thank you I hope it wasn't a bad memory!
I heard you mention not being able to wash in hot or warm, is there a different hook-up I would need if I wanted to wash in hot water? because undergarments and towels need to be washed in hot water, for me personally.
yeah i think i saw on the amazon listing there is an input hookup for hot water, but you'd need a hot water faucet or something like that in addition to the cold water hook up. Not sure what reaction is causing the hydrogen gas but my guess is that if you hold hot water inside the machine/metal lines for too long then you may be forming hydrogen gas as acids in the water react with the metal. this can happen in normal hot water lines in your house too, i think, but you use hot water enough that you'd never notice a build up. So my guess is as long as you are careful to drain your water (as this person does) and use the machine frequently then i would not personally worry about h2 gas. if the lines are not made of metal or are a particularly non-reactive alloy then i would not worry especially
@@angusrc definitely not true I have this just purchased it comes with a hot and a cold connector on the back you can only use one clearly to hook to the sink I’m the same with sheets and towels and even my blankets must use hot least warm but the machine for some reason it only rinses in cold so u have to switch hoses and screw the connector it comes with from hot to cold turning on cold water and switch it back unless u want to do cold only then just attach cold hose and turn on faucet sink must be on entire process except spin but even spin and rinse sink must be on
What about pods? What if you only have liquid?
In these compact portable washers you can use either powder or liquid as long as it's high efficiency detergent. Both have their cons and pros. I have a Panda PAN 6360W 1.54 cft. compact portable washer and the manual says to use powder as well but I emailed the manufacturer's customer service (The manufacture is in China and it took months to get a response.) and they said HE liquid detergent is actually preferable.
@@ilcilc2910 Awesome info, thank you! This is good to know
Thank you for the review I just ordered the washer.
I'm posting an update on this washer and the company first let just say this has nothing to do with this lady but washer is JUNK I should've known about RCA because I've had TVs from RCA that was trash and this washer is just the same and the company I called them about my washer and they did ABSOLUTELY NOTHING to help me and told me sorry we can't help you at this time. I'm now looking for another washer to buy because this one is taking me 2 hours just to do a load of laundry because it keep going to a E3 and E4 codes and shutting itself down it's been doing this now for 2 months. I'm sorry for this bad review I don't like giving reviews like this but I just wanted to let people know what I have been dealing with. Don't trust the company of this washer just a warning.
I ended up getting the same dryer and I LOVE IT never had any issues with it.
Thanks hope you enjoy it!
The hydrogen gas thing is a warning about water heaters that sit... So basically if you were on vacation or something you'd want to let the taps run a while. This cannot generate hydrogen gas I ran one exclusively on hot water for years... Hated it. Just control the water at the tap. If you only hook water up to one of the valves (thats where the water goes in) it needs to know what valve to use. Besides that it does not care what temp the water is as long as it's not boiling.
Great video! Thanks. I'm going to purchase both machines.😁
Thank you best of luck!
Did you buy them yet?
@@jurnee-y Yes, I did. I got them about a week ago, from Home Depot. I love them! So far so good😀
Thank you for you review will be placing an order for mine. Just one question, is there a reason why you cannot do the liquid detergent? (I would have thought the liquid detergent would be safe to use)
Thanks! The manual says to only use powder detergent but does not give an explanation why. It's funny because it also says to run a bleach-only load once a month to keep it clean, and most people use liquid bleach. I've seen other reviews of people using tide pods and such so I really am not sure! Best of luck
@@sarahjordan4241 ok thanks!
How do you like your machine?
I just saw another video with a lady's washing machine only uses liquid detergent. I guess it's the brands.
This lady does a good job explaining
Thank you!
@@sarahjordan4241 you are welcome, your explanation of the machine and the dryer were so welcome, no hesitation for buying now, will start with the dryer, again I thank you, good day.
I've lived in a one bedroom apt that doesn't have laundry on the premises for 9yrs.Sounds like a nice idea but I don't know if it would work for me.I've been going to the Laundromat all this time.
i didnt know bolts had genders
Me too
😂
Veggies do as well 🙃
YO good job 👊🏻🫶🏻👀👏🏻
Any advice on how to prevent water from spraying everywhere when disconnecting the quick connect from the sink. Even after turning off the water I still find water sprays
Someone else I've seen on youtube uses a towel to wrap around the faucet first and then pushes to unclick it!
I've been watching reviews on this machine for a few hrs, decided to go with it. I'm so excited this will be such a time and money saver for me.
Not too keen on the smell part of that dryer.
me either, and the fire blanket scares me, Id rather get a drying rack if I didnt have a clothesline. Im afraid of dryers. Big time, they can, and do, start fires, im sorry to say.
I have one like you, do u know it takes wheels, if you like. Not the same wheels that are on office chairs, they have screw in one's.
Is the dryer pretty loud? I just moved into an upstairs unit and my downstairs neighbors said the last people were kicked out for being loud 😂 trying to be mindful of them but I really don’t wanna start using the laundry facilities. I have a baby that I would have to take with me everytime!
The dryer is super quiet! Does not rock or thud. Highly doubt downstairs neighbors would hear it at all
If the place is cheaply built with no insulation you will hear noise
I got that same dryer and I’m working on the rca 3.0 washing machine
Home Depot has the washer for 361 they will ship it and if u have PayPal u can even pay in payments I brought it from Amazon today for about 436 only because I wanted a cheaper warranty insurance with Amazon was only 18 compared to depot wanting 95 if u don’t care about the insurance u should be ok
I always had apartment sized washer and dryer if living in an apartment. Size of portable dishwasher. $1,000 these seem expensive and small. Thanks for video.
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I thought you were either led astray or some kind of nutcase then I found this on Stack Exchange-
"Water reacts with the magnesium sacrificial anode over time to make H2. Normally, you'd be using your hot water often enough that you wouldn't notice the minute amounts of H2 coming out the tap with the hot water. But if your place is vacant for some time, a significant amount of H2 could build up and an ignitable mixture come out the first time a tap is turned on (or a dishwasher, which is a case study of an explosion occurring such that the appliance rocketed out from its mooring and hit the opposite kitchen wall).
Depending on the chemistry of your water, the reaction with the anode might be vigorous such that you could be getting puffs of hydrogen out of every use of the hot tap enough to set off "flammable gas" alarms. In this case or otherwise excessive consumption of your anode, switching to an aluminum anode may help.
In addition, bacteria can use the H2 as food and fart out H2S instead, giving the water a "rotten egg" odor instead. The aluminum anode switch can help with this too, or temporarily setting the heater to 160F for a day to kill the bugs (although exotic bacteria of this type can survive at high temp, and furthermore the H2S may be from the supply instead if the tank if the cold stinks too).
And yes, this has nothing to do with gas vs. electric heaters, it's purely the chemical reaction between water and the anode.
Summary: Run your hot tap for a few minutes after leaving your house vacant for some time; switch to an aluminum sacrificial anode." So it seems as long as water is run through the water heater occasionally all will be well,and,if your WH has aluminum anode hydrogen gas is no concern at all.
Thanks this is good information!
If I were you, I would check your washing machine to see if it is level on the cart, and if it is not level, adjust the adjustable feet on the washer until you can get it to level. The reason I say that is because on the spin cycle, your machine shakes far more than my machine. As my machine on spin doesn't shake at all and I also have the same exact cart you have as well.
Blessings from Brooklyn, Thanks for this video. It's really helpful for me an apartment dweller. Laundromat visits can be so expensive. This looks to be an extreme help. Also thanks for all the info of the products you use. I just have to work out what adapter to use for my sink faucet, after that? I'm good to go.
Thanks so much and best of luck! You should be able to find a female to male aerator adapter at a hardware store and may just need to try a few sizes
I have a Panda dryer and its nice other than a slight mildew like smell in the drum and i smell it on my clothes so i add extra fabric softer and put a fabric softer sheet in to help. I recently read where cleaning the drum with bleach and vinegar will help the smell. I plan to try that out next time i wash. I hope it works. Great video
Thanks great idea!
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When done drying your clothes leave the dryer door open over night after each use to air dry the insides, that should eliminate the mildew odor...
@@nadine_511 great idea
This is the most comprehensive washer and dryer review that I have ever seen. Thank you so much for all of the little details that most reviewers never go into. I am glad that you mentioned the smell from the dryer. That is an important detail. I was contemplating buying this dryer but I think that I won't now. I do currently have a Panda stainless steel spin dryer which is basically a large water extractor and I really like it. It actually spins the clothes almost bone dry if you leave it spin the entire 5 minutes. For washing my clothes, I have been using a large 5 gallon bucket and a breathing mobile washer (it looks like a large plunger). This plunger really gets my clothes clean and it is very simple to use. This plunger seems to be very popular because it always seems to be sold out on Amazon. After my clothes have spun dry, I hang them on hangars on a clothing rack and let them finish drying. It doesn't take long. Again, thank you for the excellent job on reviewing your washer and dryer.
Thank you so much for your comment!
Amazing !!! I will be moving to Chicago and the apartment doesn't have in unit washer dryer. This is going to be a life saver ! ..do you know if we need to get the apartment's permission to buy this if the rent includes electrify ??
Sorry for the late reply here, I am a renter and you do not need to ask any permission as far as I can imagine. Also, my energy bills have not spiked dramatically since using these (I do pay electricity here), so they are not a huge drain on your energy bill!
Please read the lease agreement details. I guess it depends on the state, mine says no washing machines. But it doesn't mention the word "portable", so tecnicaly it's not a violation.
You can buy mesh drain strainers at grocery stores or Family Dollar as well.
Thank you!! So very helpful!
Thank you!
Wonder why you can’t use liquid detergent.. Can some let me know.. thanks
Not sure just says that in the manual but maybe less sudsy as another commenter pointed out? Not sure it's the worst thing ever if you do though
Amazing!! Thank you so much for this- literally got one of a friend and didn’t have any instructions so this run through gave me LYFE!! thank you!!!
For the dryer hose you can get an indoor dryer vent system. Makes life much easier!
New subbie ❤️👋🏾 thanks for the video and awesome personality, very laid back 😎
Thank you so much for this! :)
You keep saying cold water but it’s actually the temperature of what your sink is set up is the temperature of the water that is going into your washing machine. So if you turn your sink to hot you would have a hot cycle 😉
That's what I was wondering. So I can just put it to warm if I want warm or hot if I want hot. Or do I have to switch out the hoses if I want to use hot..so confused
@@Jocy-xj9jz Different folks have said different things - I was hesitant to use warm or hot water in the single hose/single faucet set up based on the instructions, but I've started setting the temperature to warm and using the cold hose inlet the whole time. Seems to be going ok!
I wonder why powder detergent is recommended? I haven’t used powder detergent in years.
I really am not sure, I know a lot of people I've seen on UA-cam use Tide pods without any issues it seems though
I would wonder the same. Powder is much difficult to rinse out.
Use liquid HE Detergent (low sudsing). Liquid detergents tend to suds worse than powder. Nowadays, most liquids are HE compatible.
I didn't know about the filter inside the drum or that you had to clear out the back drain now and then! Thank you! I love my apartment size RCA washer and dryer.
I didn't either!! At one point the washer wasn't spin drying the clothes good enough and I couldn't figure out why and I thought I was going to have to get a new one but I found the plug on accident. 😂😂😂
Do you still love it?
Yes definitely! Been about two years now!
I'm not understanding why you should just use cold water when there's a hot water button(intake) in the back of the machine as well a cold water intake.
It's been a year since this video is it still going strong with regular use? Also if u can only use the cold water will the washer heat the water if u choose the hot option or do u have to switch the hose if u want to use hot?
Washer does not heat water for you. You have to control the water them on your faucet. There are 2 hoses coming out of the back of the washer. One for hot, one for cold. But its useless. We have it set up like her. One hose and control temp on faucet.
Yes everything still working great! Yes exactly like Vanessa said below, you set the temperature with the sink faucet (washer does not heat anything)
Maybe the smell from the dryer is coming from sitting directly on the floor so there is no air flowing underneath. Also, I would buy those 33 cent knee-highs from Walmart if they still sell those and put one at the end of the hose of the washer along with the strainer you use on the sink to catch the lint. That is a great idea about the fire blanket, I wish you had shown it. I had never seen one. You have me curious now. I'm gonna get some of those jar grippers because my hands have gotten so weak. I never think to buy them when I'm in Walmart. You were really good at introducing us to this set of washer and dryer set, thank you.
Thank you! Picture of fire blanket is shown briefly at end of the video, they are pretty cheap on Amazon (so are jar grippers):
www.amazon.com/Emergency-Surival-Blanket-Designed-Fireplace/dp/B07SHCNHXB/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=Fire+Blanket&qid=1609576768&sr=8-7
www.amazon.com/Prepworks-Progressive-Grips-Multi-Purpose-Openers/dp/B00F67TLFC/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=jar+gripper&qid=1609576827&sr=8-2
@@sarahjordan4241 oooh ok I will look again, you are so sweet thank you very much!
@@kkimberly2004YT Thanks so much right back at you!
Thank you! Yours is the most comprehensive review.
Wow Just came across this video good job on the explanation .👍
Thanks so much!
In the little drawer the left is for detergent is the right for bleach? I bought one second hand and have no manual I just discovered the drawer.
Dose anyone know the adapter needed if I have the male faucet hook?)
You can probably go to your local hardware store and someone there could show you if you bring pics of your faucet and screenshots of the connector piece they give you and the hose from the washer (or if you order the washer first you can bring the actual connector and hose in to the store with you and ask)- would try Ace Hardware or Home Depot
Sarah Jordan thank you!
Thank you Sarah because of you I bought my portable washer and I must say it works amazing and is so convenient you need to get an award for this video and I bought everything you tagged!! Thank you so much ppl on UA-cam need more credit #UA-camUniversity
Thank you so much for saying this! Super glad to help and hope you enjoy yours!
This is was a very helpful video. I’m gonna see if I can snag a Black Friday price for this soon!
Thank you hope you find one!
I think that's 3 cubic feet. Good review though! Thanks.
Your research was the best to me (watched for days)... I just ordered my washer/dryer/dolly/drip tray... You sold me on these models... thank you for this!!!!💃🏽🎉
I had to come back and say YASSSSS to this purchase!!! It is soooo perfect!!! 😍😍😍 and too cute 😀... I am so glad that your video was so detailed and informative... made my decision so easy from other vids!!! Thanks a bunch hun!!!🙆🏽♀️❤
@@lavishmorrow7899 Awww thank you so much for the comment! Really glad this worked out for you!
As you have one connection is there any reason why you cannot run the hot water while it fills for the wash?
The instructions say that if you only have one tap you need to only use cold water (not hot and not warm). I asked customer service to explain why over email and they said "we really do not recommend using the hot water only options since it produces Hydrogen gas, which is flammable. It is not advisable to use both warm and cold inlet as it might destroy or damage the hose or much worst the unit itself." (from their email)
I have a very important question...can i fill the washer myself with out the hose connected to the faucet ? PLEASE ANSWER SOON ..thank you for your time.
I would not do that, but some others in the comments have tried it I think... you may want to read around about it. The machine fills and empties several times during a load though and it has sensors inside to know what level to fill it to by itself so I do not recommend that
Is anyone tried to put hose between toilet sits to drain water from washer to toilet. Will it work?
i just perchased this RCA washer and then bought a Magic chef dryer to boot and I love it and I'm glad I did it
do you have an adapter for the dryer plug or can you just plug it in any outlet since its 120V ?
U can plug in any outlet
Yes exactly like Jocy said below, it is a standard USA outlet plug
Why do people keep using portrait mode, please use landscape
Is there a way to use this without a window? I have such a small apartment and its a basement so i lack windows.
www.homedepot.com/b/Appliances-Appliance-Parts-Dryer-Parts/Vent-Kit/N-5yc1vZc35jZ1z1bx75 Look at the second photo down. They run $14-$24
On the dryer hose slide a knee high pantyhose on the end with a rubber band and vent it into the room. If you live in a really cold climate it will boost the warmth in your rooms.
I have that washer and I washed clothes in the kitchen and yes it made noise but the a put it in my closet and now it can hear it at all
Hi can you put thick towels in this dryer and queen sheets? Now you have me all nervous I'm going to buy a fire blanket lol. I have a nosey neighbor so I will need to get the indoor vent kit. Also what is the purpose of dryer balls?
Don't be nervous! I am one of those apocalypse type preparers so I tried to think of everything, and fire blankets are just a quicker version of having a fire extinguisher in the home, which is standard best practice. Fire blanket is just a backup because it's quicker to pull out if I mess up the extinguisher in a panic lol. I put thick bath towels in the dryer, for 2-3 of them it takes 60-80 minutes. Queen sheets you would want a bigger dryer than the 2 cubic feet one I have. Dryer balls are to speed up drying time!
@@sarahjordan4241 Hi Sarah, well since I wrote that comment I actually purchased both the 3.5 and the 2.6. So when the 3.5 arrived it was HUGE! I couldn't believe how big it was. I guess I didn't expect that. I ended up returning it the next day. I have a one bedroom apartment, and that dryer was way too big. I ordered the 2.6 and its a good size for an apartment. I expected it to be a bit bigger once I opened it but at least I can put it in the closet Incase I need to hide it since I'm not sure if the landlord will say I should not have it you know. I keep wondering if I should have kept the 3.5 😂 Mainly because I have big fluffy towels. Thanks for answering I will have to order those dryer balls. I'm sure they will be helpful.
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Great informative video and not long at all, thanks a bunch :)
Hahaha only 23 minutes - thank you!
Ur amazing thank you🙃
Thank you so much!
Can i used liquid detergent and liquid softener? I just purchased my washer and few weeks ago i purchased also liquid detergent and softener .. wondering if i can use them
I have the 3.0 and use both liquid detergent and softener in mine.
Love the review.Is the packaging kind of discreet?
Thank you! From what I can remember I do not think it is discreet. I’m pretty sure the box was fully labeled as a washer
Haha trying to sneak it into your building huh? Me too. Just had to brought elsewhere
@@moreafterthistime Yesss lol .It was delivered when nobody was around I got lucky lol
Very informative video. I've been wanting to get a set for my apt. but having trouble with the power cord not being long enough to reach the outlet. Most say the cord is only 3 feet. My apt. is kind of old and the outlet is above the counter but not too close to the sink. Is this cord on the machine about 5 feet long? GE has one and they told me that machine has a cord of about 8 feet but the machine is kind of expensive.
I can't lug things back and forth to and from the laundry room anymore so this would be a Godsend!
Any info. you can give me would be greatly appreciated. :-)
Just measured- the cord is a little over 5 feet, almost 5 and a half feet
The spin part of it though has me worried. I live on the 3rd floor of my apartment with hardwood flooring so everyone else that lives under me can hear everything. I may end up having some pretty pissed off neighbors on my hands. That spin part is extremely loud
I have hardwoods, 6th floor, thought the same thing at first but it really isn't loud enough to bother neighbors. Been using it for almost 2 years with no complaints and you really can't hear it outside the apartment. I mention this in the video too but someone else on youtube went and asked their neighbors downstairs who said it only sounded like a faint vacuum sometimes. The floor itself isn't rocking, it's the noise of the machine inside the home. Spin part is only a couple minutes total anyways during the load. Probably louder when I drag the dryer out honestly
I have a portable washer also with the snap on thing to the faucet, if in the event there is ever a drip or anything, I always keep a piece of tin foil wrapped around it so the water doesn't splatter all over, just a little helpful tip.
I don't have the dryer though, as we have a clothesline out the kitchen window.
As of this post, this washer is close to 200$ cheaper on Amazon. It's not the EXACT model, Amazon version is the 210C where as the one in the video and at walmart is just 210. The Amazon version is also .1 cubic feet bigger.
Old video, but thanks anyway. This is the best review video I've seen so far and I'm probably gonna buy the model on Amazon. I've watched others but I've still been on the fence but I think this gave me the nudge I needed. Not sure about a dryer though, I'll probably just save the cash and hang my clothes and put a fan on them. Back in the day when I was busted broke and raising kids I used to put MY stuff in the dishwasher and let it hang over night and most times it was dry the next day. (Nothing heavy, no blue jeans either)
This machine is a workhorse, uses less water
Your landlord said it was ok to have it.
Great review thank you for the information👍🏾
Thank you for the comment!