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

Whirlpool Solutions AWM 321/3

Washing Machine type Front loader
Price £240.00
Dimensions 85 x 60 x 55
Loading and unloading 
Easy to open and close door Poor
Door opens to left, right or up and back Left
Door opens very wide No
Ease of using inner doors N/A
Overall rating for ease of loading and unloading Good
Using the dispenser 
Easy to grip dispenser to pullout Poor
Dispenser opens and closes without needing force Good
Large compartments, easy to reach Good
Main program dial 
Shape and size mean it can be gripped easily Average
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 Very poor
Large lettering/symbols Poor
Good colour contrast between letters and background Good
Other dials 
Shape and size mean can be gripped easily Average
Easy to turn without force Good
Large lettering/symbols Good
Good colour contrast between letters and background Very good
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 Average
Good colour contrast between letters and background Average
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