Does it make sense to change washing machine?

[Shahmatt]

My 4 year old Panasonic NA-FD85X1HRQ washing machine has had a lot of problems out of warranty.

First the motor died about 1 year ago. Replaced using official service center.

Next, the internal hose cracked and started to leak. Replaced using official service center..

Last month, the motherboard burnt. Replaced using official service center..

So far, I think I spent nearly $400+ on just replacement of parts.

I am afraid the inverter type motor will give problems again after some time.

Wondering is it better to try to sell this and get a new one as most of the important parts are new or relatively new.

If I buy new: A new machine will have warranty. I can consider getting more capacity, which will be helpful, as it is possible this machine has struggled to keep up with our somewhat heavy use (Normally close to max load with maybe 30-40 runs per month).

If I keep: The service repair time is still quite fast - within two to three day, and I will save money from not spending extra on a new machine.

Is it normal that modern washing machines require repair so frequently? Appreciate any advice.

 

[estrangable]

of cos u change it la... a washing machine is only 700 bucks or so. use for 5 years then u can dump it.

 

[Atrina_Boy]

8 to 10 years ba

 

[elvintay07]

My 4 year old Panasonic NA-FD85X1HRQ washing machine has had a lot of problems out of warranty.

First the motor died about 1 year ago. Replaced using official service center.

Next, the internal hose cracked and started to leak. Replaced using official service center..

Last month, the motherboard burnt. Replaced using official service center..

So far, I think I spent nearly $400+ on just replacement of parts.

I am afraid the inverter type motor will give problems again after some time.

Wondering is it better to try to sell this and get a new one as most of the important parts are new or relatively new.

If I buy new: A new machine will have warranty. I can consider getting more capacity, which will be helpful, as it is possible this machine has struggled to keep up with our somewhat heavy use (Normally close to max load with maybe 30-40 runs per month).

If I keep: The service repair time is still quite fast - within two to three day, and I will save money from not spending extra on a new machine.

Is it normal that modern washing machines require repair so frequently? Appreciate any advice.

Change the most economical

 

[Euqorab]

Why want to continue throw good money after bad?

Quickly sell it on Carousell for landlords to buy

 

[zerodddd]

pre-owned washing machine can sell?

I mean, will there be any potential buyer for it?

 

[Shahmatt]

Change the most economical

Any recommended models? I need at least 8.5kg or more.

 

[LWZ]

Wah almost full load more than once daily

How many pax in ur household ?

 

[szeli]

you wash more than once per day?
not a fan of top load so I'd suggest change to front load
current Samsung front load washer about 10yrs and still chugging along

 

[cstanhwz]

Think washing machine is one of those things that need to get extended warranty one.

My Panasonic front load washing machine display and LEDs always got problem.

Change 3 times already.

Now spoil again, need to call them to do servicing.

Lucky got buy extended warranty.

Hoping for a more expensive part to fail and claim warranty again to maximize the extended warranty...hahah

 

[Shahmatt]

Wah almost full load more than once daily

How many pax in ur household ?

2 adults, 3 kids. One is a baby - will have more clothes to wash for a couple of years at least.

 

[Shahmatt]

you wash more than once per day?
not a fan of top load so I'd suggest change to front load
current Samsung front load washer about 10yrs and still chugging along

Front load more reliable?

 

[szeli]

Front load more reliable?

I feel so yea. perhaps something to do with the water load. used a top load previously and it conked out after 3yrs, drum broke off from the attachment on 1 side.