Washing machines aren’t what they used to be. Some new appliances have over a dozen cycles, and then there are a slew of other things to consider, including water temperature, spin speed, cycle ...

Key Points A washer that isn’t spinning may be overloaded, unbalanced, or sitting unevenly on the floor.Common issues include broken parts like the lid switch, belt, or drain pump—all easy to replace.

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A malfunctioning washing machine can be the cause of annoyance and inconvenience if it stops mid-cycle or does not drain, meaning clothes do not get washed properly or at best take longer than usual ...

It’s nice to have options, but when it comes to washing machine settings, decision fatigue is real. On my Maytag, there are nine wash cycles, including something called Whitest Whites. And that’s on ...

Washing machines today have more cycles than ever, but you can probably get by with using just a few. Washing machines aren’t what they used to be. Some new appliances have over a dozen cycles, and ...