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The Frigidaire Affinity FAFW3801L[W] is part of the washing machine test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, front-loading washing machine models like the Affinity FAFW3801L[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Frigidaire washing machines generally cost $700 to $900, and the machines have capacity ranging from 3.5 to 3.7 cubic feet. Frigidaire is known for its generally good value for the price. |
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Water puddles in rubber gasket, mold gro
1/15/2013
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Cons
Leaky
Noisy
Shakes/Moves
Best Uses
Everyday Clothes
Comment:
Every washing in every cycle leaves puddles of water inside the rubber gasket around the door. I didn't notice at first, until mold began to grow under the rubber. Now I must hand-dry it after every use, but the harm is done. Washer smells and has black streaks inside rubber. p.s. your site is as difficult to use as the washer!
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Tremendous Value
12/6/2012
Pros
Clean Clothes Well
Energy Efficient
Quiet
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
Best Uses
Everyday Clothes
Heavy/Bulky Items
Towels
Comment:
After a year of use the machine has proven quiet, energy and water saving, and generally quite satisfactory. For the price relative to other front loaders, it's a great value.<br /><br />A year into ownership a service call was required to clean material out of a pin trap - apparently added to the design to keep foreign material out of the pump. The service tech explained that it was possible for small items to pass through the space between the rotating drum and the back of the wash chamber. The solution is using lingerie bags for small items - a dollar or so apiece, much less expensive than service calls.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Good overall
8/15/2012
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Clean Clothes Well
Energy Efficient
Spins Clothes Dry
Cons
Long Cycle
Best Uses
Delicates
Everyday Clothes
Towels
Comment:
Really good cheap front loader which does heavy duty work for a family of four. The only issue is the door sags a bit after about 3 years of use and one of the kids broke the soap dispenser off climbing on it but was easy to replace myself.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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