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LG WT5170HV

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The ColdWash option of our favorite high-efficiency top-loader, the LG WT5101HV, lifts out stains as well as a warm wash doesRead more
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Pros

  • the controls very easy to navigate and
  • Steam can gently penetrate fabrics and is very effective on soil removal
  • Convenient feature that eliminates guessing and saves water costs

Cons

  • It is not Smart Grid or Smart Meter capable
  • washer drive motor is one of the more expensive components to replace
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LG WT5170HV - Pros & Cons

LG WT5170HV

Pros

  • the controls very easy to navigate and
  • Steam can gently penetrate fabrics and is very effective on soil removal
  • Convenient feature that eliminates guessing and saves water costs
  • Helps maintain optimum temperatures throughout each cycle

Cons

  • It is not Smart Grid or Smart Meter capable
  • washer drive motor is one of the more expensive components to replace

LG WT5170HV - Technical Overview

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IconMaximum spin speed
1100 rpm
Best:
AEG SV2528
Maximum spin speed: 2800 rpm

LG WT5170HV - Full Specifications

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General
Product typeHome washers
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Dimensions
Height45.4 in
Depth28.4 in
Width27.0 in
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Technical details
Amperage10
Maximum spin speed1100.0 rpm
Voltage120.0 V
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Energy & water usage
Water consumption per load0.0 gal
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Design
Control typeKeypad
Colour of productSilver
Drum materialStainless Steel
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Cycle specifications
Number of wash cycles14
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Features
Child lockyes

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LG WT5170HV LG - Editorial Reviews (1)

LG WT5170HV LG Wave Series Ultra-Large Capacity High Efficiency Top Load Washer
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Good Housekeeping
Published: 11.08.2010
LG Wave Series Ultra-Large Capacity High Efficiency Top Load Washer

The ColdWash option of our favorite high-efficiency top-loader, the LG WT5101HV, lifts out stains as well as a warm wash does

By The Good Housekee...
1 minute read

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