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What is the difference between cold and tap cold on my LG washing machine?

What is the difference between cold and tap cold on my LG washing machine?

Today’s smart washers have a specific temperature range for “Cold,” meaning that if your water comes out of the tap colder than the set temperature, the machine will add a bit of hot water to adjust it within range. Choosing “Tap Cold” overrides that feature, so no hot water is added.

What does cold wash mean?

What temperature is a cold wash? A cold wash means no heating of the water. Most washing machines come with a cold wash setting which is a suitable option for delicate clothing.

What is the cold wash setting on a washing machine?

Cold water is best for dark colors (with dye that might be bleed), delicate fabrics, and items you don’t want to shrink. It works well for athletic clothing (hot water can damage the elasticity of the fabric). It’s also a good choice if your clothes are only lightly soiled and don’t need a deep clean.

Do LG washers need hot water?

LG high efficiency front and top load washers do not need a lot of hot water to operate normally. The machines are designed to be efficient and provide the cleaning power you expect while keeping energy consumption low.

Should I use tap cold or cold?

The tap cold setting will be the most energy-efficient, but your clothes may not get as clean or rinse as well if your tap water is very cold. Most smart washers have a computer determined idea of cold so if the water comes out colder that your machines idea of cold some warm water will automatically be added.

What does the new LG cold washer do?

It offers a freshening cycle that reduces wrinkles and odours. Now using the cold cycle on your washer doesn’t mean compromising how clean your clothes are. New ColdWash™ technology uses cold water and enhanced washing motions to penetrate deep into fabrics, giving you cold water savings with warm water performance.

What is the capacity of a LG washer?

The 4.5 cu.ft. capacity on washer means you have the room to do more laundry in fewer loads. And ColdWash technology uses cold water and enhanced washing motions to penetrate deep into fabrics, giving you cold water savings with warm water performance.

How does LG high efficiency top load washer work?

LG high efficiency top load washer uses far less water and energy than a conventional washer for savings that add up with each load, get additional savings with load-sensing technology that adjusts water levels and wash times or by adding the Cold wash option to almost any cycle

How does a LG washer affect the environment?

When your washer uses about 30% less energy and half the amount of water used by regular washers, you’re going to make an impact—on your utility bills, your energy and water consumption, and most importantly, the environment. Follow the tips below to make sure your LG product will fit in the space intended.