[shady_lawyer]

Originally Posted by Aviator_guy

Which company fridge do you have?

WB3560EUXX-whirlpool

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Originally Posted by shady_lawyer

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I know you previously pointed out the bottom mounted fridge freezers have smaller freezer capacity but immediately looking at the screenshot it looks like your model is an 80:20 split. Googling the specs seems to confirm this with 70 L freezer capacity out of a total 313 L.

I believe 60:40 splits tend to be most common in the West, what with the reliance on freezer foods but I've rarely seen any 80:20 units. A 70:30 split seems to be a happy medium.

[Aroy]

Originally Posted by fast_elegance

This is not the one that is generally used in offices and showrooms, rather a much sleeker unit that is used for home and is mounted on the ceiling. Here is a link.

https://www.lg.com/africa/business/vrf/lg-arnu18gttb4

Read carefully. It is a VRF unit. There are a single IDU model and there are multi IDU models, but the core technology in ODU remain same. So what ever points I said about VRF systems remain.

In my opinion a muti IDU VRF is much better proposition rather that a single cassette system.

https://www.lg.com/in/business/air-s...XFb_v3j-tWHiLB

[fast_elegance]

Originally Posted by Aroy

Read carefully. It is a VRF unit. There are a single IDU model and there are multi IDU models, but the core technology in ODU remain same. So what ever points I said about VRF systems remain.

In my opinion a muti IDU VRF is much better proposition rather that a single cassette system.

https://www.lg.com/in/business/air-s...XFb_v3j-tWHiLB

Thank you Aroy. The cost is definitely higher with this and it makes more sense to go for the standard split ACs.

[Aroy]

Originally Posted by fast_elegance

Thank you Aroy. The cost is definitely higher with this and it makes more sense to go for the standard split ACs.

The only treason to go for VRF units is long term reliability, large number of IDU's and cost of running. As these are commercial grade units they will last at least two decades. But that comes at a cost, so if you are willing to bear the hassle of multiple ODU's hanging around your house and replacement every 7-15 years, then individual split units are most cost effective.

VRF are not for every one. For example a friend got Heat Pump (hot and cold) VRF AC for his new flat. Total of seven IDU and one ODU. Initially he was very happy, slowly he got fed up with high AMC bills. So when he changed houses he went back to individual units (8 of them).

Another friend has over 12 Split units installed over 15 years ago. He gets excellent service and has yet to replace any unit, even though they the older fixed speed ubnits.

[satish.gawai]

Hello All,
I am facing issues with the Atomberg BLDC (Renesa) fan I installed in my bedroom.

=>The fan stops working at night and starts blinking the LEDs continuously. It works perfectly during the day

=>If we switch off and ON the main power button, it will start again, run for 3-5 min, and stop working again.

=>If we leave it as it is, after some time, say 2-3 hours, it will start again on its own.

=>I am frustrated because of this ON/OFF game and was not able to get quality sleep.

=> Sometimes it deads like no current to it (no LED, no motion) and will come to life after a couple of hours


Is it a problem with the timer setting? I tried playing with the timer button on the remote but was not able to solve the issue.

I checked some YouTube videos but was unable to get any solution so thought of posting it here.
Can someone pl through some light here?

[satnan]

Originally Posted by satish.gawai

Hello All,
I am facing issues with the Atomberg BLDC (Renesa) fan I installed in my bedroom.

Can someone pl through some light here?

I had an issue of inconsistent speed with one of my Atomberg Renesa fans a few months ago. After few hour of operation, it would suddenly slow down, pick up the speed again quickly and this would repeat all on its own. Turning off the switch and turning On would fix this temporarily, but problem would resume after 15 mins to half an hour.

The fan was in warranty and after inspection, motor was replaced by the technician which solved the problem. I think your best bet would be to register a complaint with Atomberg and let them diagnose the problem.

[satish.gawai]

Originally Posted by satnan

I had an issue of inconsistent speed with one of my Atomberg Renesa fans a few months ago. After few hour of operation, it would suddenly slow down, pick up the speed again quickly and this would repeat all on its own. Turning off the switch and turning On would fix this temporarily, but problem would resume after 15 mins to half an hour.

The fan was in warranty and after inspection, motor was replaced by the technician which solved the problem. I think your best bet would be to register a complaint with Atomberg and let them diagnose the problem.

Thanks satnan,

Yes, I did register on the Atomberg website. Meanwhile, I also got the manual online for Renesa which mentions how to disable the timer. I will try it this evening.

[vijay_k]

What are your views on LG washer dryer? I am planning to buy 13/08Kg model.

I stay in an apartment so buying seperate dryer is not an option, but yes we do have space on terrace to dry the clothes.

Is it worth investing the extra amount on these washer dryers or should I go for regular front load washing machine?

Vijay

[dipdawiz]

Originally Posted by vijay_k

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Is it worth investing the extra amount on these washer dryers or should I go for regular front load washing machine?

Vijay

Cannot say about LG, but I am using one from Samsung (currently specific washer dryer is discontinued, but it is similar to LG, smaller size 8/5kg) for couple of years now and you have to keep some points in mind keeping expectations in check.

1. It is helpful in rainy/gloomy seasons, like in Bangalore, year around there is effect of depression from both sides' ocean/sea.
2. You cannot give 100% of cloths in dryer. Some would say not to put in dryer. Some would say preferably not to put in, those if you dry regularly the texture would fade or the fall or shine would be lost soon. I even saw same effect of dryer in cloths marked with tumble dry icon. So you have to figure out which cloths works which do not.
3. Due to above point you have to take out some cloths after wash cycle or run multiple loads based on color-dryer combination.
4. You have to take out the cloth as soon as dryer cycle completes - for cloths to stay relatively rinklefree and in better shape. If cloths cools down inside, you have to take some extra effort for ironing etc.
5. Noticed reduced longevity for some cloths like t-shirts (dryer safe) when used daily even if tumble dry in low.

Now these effects may be mainly in integrated dryers and standalone dryers has different drying techniques could take in more type of cloths and more control of heat and other parameters.

So, while it helps us reduce line drying cloths in rainy seasons and some days when feel lazy to line dry, we do not use it everyday due to combination of above points and for longevity of cloths.

Whether I would buy one next time? Tough question, probably yes, only if budget permits and for the convenience in rainy seasons.

[Thad E Ginathom]

When I last looked, which is I admit, rather a long time ago, dry capacity was half of wash capacity. So a full load of washing was two full loads for drying.

I did have one once, but the drier section failed. Apparently this is (was? this is thirty years ago) common.

I am not keen on repeating the experience, and didn't when I bought the next machine back in cold, wet England. Certainly I wouldn't here in Chennai.

[ron178]

Originally Posted by vijay_k

I stay in an apartment so buying seperate dryer is not an option

I do remember reading that the heat pump in the LG washer-dryers is quite small (takes long to dry) and the lint filtration isn't very good, which clogs up the condenser over time, and unlike a standalone condenser dryer it is not easy to access for cleaning (you have to take off the top and control panel).

Washer dryers are mostly made for Europe where washing machines are often under the counter in the kitchen and even stacking a dryer is not an option. The general opinion on the internet seems to be: if you have the space, you're better off getting a separate washing machine and dryer.

Is vertical space also a constraint for you? Otherwise you could consider stacking a dryer on a washing machine. BSH have an accessory to stack their dryers on any front loader that's 60cm wide and at least 54.4 cm deep (price was INR 2000 when I got it in 2019). Recently even IFB launched a stacking kit for their dryers.

Here is how I did it at home after our LG front loader's warranty expired (it requires drilling into the particle board so I didn't want to take the risk of voiding the warranty):

https://youtu.be/zxIVGA1rLZg?si=OaJ5bMdWo1xs3VuR

[Thad E Ginathom]

I just remembered another point. Drying takes quite a long time. Of course, when drying one cannot wash. Unless you have two separate units.

Whether this matters or not will depend on family size etc.

[unk9ja]

Originally Posted by satish.gawai

Hello All,
The fan stops working at night and starts blinking the LEDs continuously. It works perfectly during the day [/b]

I had this LED blinking issue on a newly purchased fan from Atomberg. I raised a complaint and the Technician visited after couple of days. The issue was traced to a faulty PCB. Replacement took another couple of days. I had got the fan fitted by my regular electrician of 30 years experience. The Technician who visited had the audacity of accusing fan being installed wrongly at first. When the PCB was found faulty, he chewed back his words.
I had purchased 4 fans and 2 of them failed in the first week itself. The second fan started squeaking and created a din at higher speeds which again was traced to a loose screw. This can after 3 years has again started to behave in the same way now. After this experience, I lost the trust on Atomberg brand and cancelled any further purchases.

[Aviator_guy]

Originally Posted by vijay_k

What are your views on LG washer dryer? I am planning to buy 13/08Kg model.

I stay in an apartment so buying seperate dryer is not an option, but yes we do have space on terrace to dry the clothes.

Is it worth investing the extra amount on these washer dryers or should I go for regular front load washing machine?

Vijay

Having separate dryer is better as both dryer and washing machine can be operated simultaneously if need be. Otherwise washing and drying cycles may take very long for washer/dryer single machine.

You can explore wall mount dryer in case of space constraints. I have IFB dryer which has both options (standing or wall mount) and I have got it installed on the wall above my top load washing machine due to limited floor space in the utility area. It can also sit on top of front load washing machine if you prefer it that way.