Product review (5 stars): Good Washing Machine
I had to replace a Maytag mini front loader that broke within a few weeks of purchase and Sears let me upgrade to this larger Whirlpool. I've had it about 3 years now and have never had to make a service call. I did purchase the Extended Sears Service contract which includes an annual inspection which I use. Maybe that's why I haven't had these problems. The Sears tech told me to leave the door open to allow it to dry. I've never had mold problems. I always use HE detergent. Mine is on concrete and it never moved. The only time I usually hear it is during the spin cycle. As for performance I'm very happy. I use the Whitest Whites program and my whites come out great. I had a comforter that had cranberry juice, wine and blood stains on it and all of the stains came out. That could be because I use Tide but it didn't always remove ALL stains in my top loader. I'm surprised at all the negative reviews but it hasn't been my experience. The salesman told me that new machines with digital components should be kept on maintenance agreements due to the expense of repairs. It's very Murphy's Law that I bought a 5 year maintenance agreement and never had a problem but I've been satisfied with this machine.
Vin