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Choosing a washing machine that's easy to use (view report contents)

Whirlpool 1100 AWG 032

Washing Machine type Top loader
Price £500.00
Dimensions 90 x 40 x 63
Loading and unloading 
Easy to open and close door Good
Door opens to left, right or up and back Up
Door opens very wide No
Ease of using inner doors Very poor
Overall rating for ease of loading and unloading Very poor
Using the dispenser 
Easy to grip dispenser to pullout N/A
Dispenser opens and closes without needing force N/A
Large compartments, easy to reach Good
Main program dial 
Shape and size mean it can be gripped easily Poor
Easy to use without force Poor
Detents at each setting No
Easy to set without overshooting the mark No
Overall rating for how easy it is to use Poor
Large lettering/symbols Average
Good colour contrast between letters and background Very poor
Other dials 
Shape and size mean can be gripped easily Average
Easy to turn without force Average
Large lettering/symbols Average
Good colour contrast between letters and background Average
Push buttons or switches 
Large and well shaped Average
Easy to use without force Average
Large lettering/symbols Good
Good colour contrast between letters and background Very good
Program guide 
Large lettering/symbols N/A
Good colour contrast between letters and background N/A
Instructions 
Easy to follow, with clear layout Average
Larger print Poor
Good colour contrast between print and background Average

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Report Contents

Introduction
Types of washing machine
Buying Guide
Finding an easy to use washing machine
Test results

Guide to test results
Manufacturers Contact Details