V-NA-400W
V-NA1011
V-NA 1011 FDX
V-NA1211F
V-NA1311F
V-NA1111NF
V-NA 550EL
V-NA 550T
V-NA 700 T
2
6/26
6/588
6/2348
6/2348
4/3472
5/56
3
2
V-NA911
V-NA-200E
V-NA 200T
V-NA250DX
V-NA300EL
V-NA400EL
V-NA 400T
V-NA550TDX
6/26
2
2
2
5/76
5/56
3
3
1. How is the process of Washing effected in a
WASHING MACHINE ?
A washing machine is an appliance meant for performing the washing
operation with the help of mechanical, thermal and chemical energy within
the specified area designated as the tub of the machine. The washing action
is accomplished by means of turbulence created out of the fluid friction
or churning of the washing media. The wash process consists
of:
The three essential things required for washing clothes in a washing machine are:
2.What are the advantages of
using a washing machine over my servant's wash?
Your servant
soaks the clothes in hot water for about half an hour and then scrubs them
with a brush. This scrubbing exercise is the same for all types of clothes.
You require a washing machine because:
The washing machine not only washes all "types" of clothes but also takes extra care of them. Washing Machines with a spin-dry facility like all Videocon semi-automatic and all Videocon fully-automatic machines, have an arrangement for drying the clothes almost completely. The washing machine is also very economical as you not only save on detergent and water, but also time and energy.
3.What are the various types of washing
machines available?
Washing
machines are available in three different types.
i)
Washers
: These
are the older generation washing machines. Clothes are put in the tub.Water
and detergent are added & the processes of washing and rinsing take place.
Once the washing and rinsing processes are complete, the water has to be
manually squeezed from the clothes. There is no spin dryer in these
machines.
ii) Semi Automatic : A semi-automatic washing machine does the washing, rinsing and drying. Semi-automatic machines have two tubs: One for washing and rinsing and the other for spin drying. Once the wash and rinse cycles are completed in the wash tub, the clothes have to be manually shifted to the spin tub. The clothes are almost 85 % dried in this tub.
A recent innovation introduced by Videocon comprises of Electronic Feather-Touch Control Programmable Semi-Automatic washing machines. These machines comprise unique electronic feather-touch Controls provided in the semi - automatic machines, which serve to minimise the effort required in washing, by replacing the Electro - Mechanical controls by micro- processor controls.
This technology also enables the additional feature of "SOAK-WASH" to be carried out in these machines.
(iii) Fully Automatic : All wash operations (washing/rinsing/drying) are performed in a single tub. These machines can be programmed to perform any one or various combinations or all the wash operations.
Videocon fully-automatic machines do not require manual attention after the wash cycle commences. The machine has an audio-visual signal that indicates the end of the washing cycle. These Videocon machines have an Auto Power-Off facility that automatically switch off the machine after the washing - rinsing and spinning processes are completed.
4.What are the types of Fully Automatic
washing machines?
Fully Automatic
washing machines may also be classified into 3 types,based on the levels
of sophistication of Control i.e. ;
a).
Conventional
Fully Automatics.
b).
Fuzzy
Control Fully Automatics.
c).
Neuro-Fuzzy
Control Fully Automatics.
a) Neuro Fuzzy logic controlled washing machines represent the highest level of control in washing machines. These machines are able to make judgments almost like a human being would.These machines are capable of selection and iteration of the wash parameters until the optimum wash is achieved.
Videocon Neuro Fuzzy Control V NA 1111 NF is the only Neuro Fuzzy controlled machine available in India today. The Neuro Fuzzy machine comprises of ;
b) Videocon's Fuzzy Logic Control machines are the only machines to have complete fuzzy logic control on all process programmes. This control enables the machine to make independent judgement of wash parameters upto a predetermined level of flexibility, as built into the operating software of the machine. Hence, unlike most other Brands, Videocon fuzzy logic machines offer a high extent of flexibility in washing, due to the larger no of wash programs and combinations possible herein.
These machines define their Wash Parameters after obtaining Input from internal Sensors such as ;
These 3 sensors are currently unique to Videocon's Fuzzy Logic Controlled machines.
c) Conventional Fully Automatics : Conventional Fully Automatic machines are not capable of making independent judgements on wash parameters.In these machines,wash parameters are pre-determined and fixed for each wash cycle;i.e.a set of parameters for a Strong wash, a set of parameters for a Normal wash etc.
However conventional Videocon Fully Automatics also possess unique features such as :
5.What are the different types of
loading systems in washing machines?
Which of the systems is preferable?
There
are two types of loading systems:
i) Top loading system or
ii) Front loading system
Top Loading
Systems:
These
machines are either Pulsator Wash or Agitator Wash machines. This type of
Loading system offers many advantages.
a) These machines can be opened very easily
b) They have a compact body and occupy less space
c) Adding and removal of clothes is convenient. In fact, you can add and
remove clothes even during the wash cycle.
d) No bending required to add or remove clothes.
e) You can open lid and remove clothes in case of power failure.
f) You can add water from top if running water is not available.
g) Lighter machines. Hence they can be moved on a trolley, if so desired.
h) Can be connected to a normal 5 amp. socket. No special electrical connection
required.
i) Less Power Consumption.
J) Can use any normal detergent powder.
Front
Loading
Machines:
They are basically Tumble Wash machines.
They have several disadvantages:
a) Require extra space in the front for opening the lid.
b) You have to bend to add or remove clothes
c) Requires special 15 AMP plug connection
d) Machine requires constant flow of water
e) Special plumbing required
f) Machines are fixed and are not portable.
g) Bulky and heavy machines
h) Require special low foaming detergents
i) Hot water is used for washing which reduces the life of clothes and may
result in permanent wrinkles in clothes
j) Higher power consumption because of heater and a heavy steel drum and
a Drain pump.
6. I'm told that different washing
machines use different wash methods?
The
three commercially available technologies on which washing machines work
are:
i)
Pulsator
Wash :
This
is the most popular type of wash method. A pulsator is a disc fitted at the
base of the tub. The concavity of the disc helps in circulating water in
large circles, evenly distributing the flow of water into all corners of
the tub. This allows the clothes to rub against one another. This is a gentle
yet thorough way of washing. Videocon washing machines operate on this superior
technology.
Videocon Washing Machines have got a unique Double 'U' shaped Pulsator. This pulsator has a reversomatic 'Super-flow' wash action which washes clothes by moving them in all directions. This actually shakes out the dirt, leaving your clothes washed thoroughly, yet gently.
ii) Agitator Wash : It has a long cylindrical agitator in the centre of the tub around which the water and clothes move. Mechanical rubbing of clothes squeezes the dirt out of the clothes. Due to the scrubbing, the life-span of the clothes is reduced and also the clothes may get entangled around the rod. The effective volume available in the tub for the movement of clothes is less because of the agitator rod and it is also difficult to remove the washed clothes.
iii) Tumble Wash : There is a steel drum which rotates on the horizontal axis causing a `dhobi' like action on the clothes. During the wash cycle, the clothes are continually banged against the hard surface of the metal drum. This results in wear and tear of the fabrics. Due to the steel drum, the machines operating on the tumble wash technology are very heavy and bulky.
7. Is Hot Water necessary to wash
clothes in a washing machine?
No. In
tropical countries like India where the ambient temperature of water is in
the range of 25 C - 40 degree C, there is no need to use hot water for washing
at all. Detergent efficacy is best in water in the temperature range of 25
C - 40 degree C. Hence, Heat addition above this temperature is a waste of
power. Besides, hot water causes colour fading and fabric deterioration.
Prolonged soaking of garments in hot water results in loss of lustre and
causes permanent wrinkles in clothes. In fact, prolonged soaking of heavy
linen in hot water causes knotting and even dark spots due to fungal formation
of the knots.
8. Are special detergents necessary
for washing clothes in washing machines?
Any common
detergent made for washing machines can be used in a top - loading machine
such as Videocon. However, it is advisable not to use detergents that contain
high percentage of caustic soda as it causes fabric deterioration. However
Front-Loading machines require the use of special Low foaming detergents
in order to avoid spillage and leaking.
9. Which Company offers the widest
range of washing machines?
Videocon
pioneered Washing Machines as a concept in 1987 and has become a generic
name for Washing Machines ever since. It has consistantly dominated the market
and even today, it sells more machines than all other brands put together.
Besides being a constant Innovator and leader, Videocon's Washing Machines
which have the user friendly top loading reversomatic Double - U - Pulsator
technology have come to mean Quality and Reliability in over 18,00,000 households
around the country.
Videocon's line-up comprises of 19 models : 2 economically priced washers, 8 Semi-Automatics, 3 electronically programmable semi-automatics and a range of 6 advanced fully - automatics. Videocon offer a wide range of sizes too; from 3 kg capacity to 6.5 kg. capacity Washing Machines i.e. to suit any size family.
10. Does a Videocon washing machine
have Foreign Technology?
Videocon
has technical collaboration with Matsushita Electric Industrial Company of
Japan, owners of the brand name "National". National has come to mean quality,
reliability and the most advanced technology in over 100 countries around
the world. Videocon brings you this technology suitably adapted to Indian
conditions in its washing machines which are manufactured at "
Videocon's fully integrated, ISO 9002 factory, having a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility comparable to the best in the world. Videocon washing machines are India's No.1 outselling all other makes put together. Videocon's success is due to the adaptation of superior Japanese technology to suit Indian Wash conditions.
11. What are the benefits of purchasing
a Videocon semi-automatics?
Videocon's
competitive advantages are :
12. Can I watch a Live Demonstration
of a Videocon washing machine?
All the
models can be seen displayed at any of the Videocon dealer show-rooms or
at any Videocon Plaza. Live demonstrations are conducted often at various
out lets and mobile demonstrations are held at various clubs and societies.
You can contact your nearest Videocon dealer for further
details.
13. Can I operate the Videocon washing
machine easily?s
The machine
is user-friendly. You can read the instruction manual, install and operate
the machine on your own very easily. Videocon also sends a Demonstrator to
install your new Videocon washing machine and demonstrate the functions at
your residence if you so require.
14. Is the Videocon washing
portable?
The Videocon
washing machine is a compactly designed, light-weight machine which occupies
little space.
15. How do I use my Videocon semi automatic washing machine perfectly?
16. Is simultaneous washing and spinning
possible?
Yes. In
twin tub semi-automatic washing machines, washing and spinning can be done
simultaneously to save on total washing time.
17. What is the Videocon washing
machine made of?
The body
of the machine is made of a powder-coated galvanised steel sheet. The zinc
coating provides the machine primary protection thus enabling the machine
to be scratch resistant while the powder coating provides secondary protection
and adds lustre to the body. The tub is made of high grade Co-Polymer
Polyproplene plastic which is state-of-the-art and maintenance free. The
spin tub is made of enamel coated corrosion resistant steel to ensure longer
life.
18. How much space will a Videocon
washing machine occupy?
Due to
the compact body design, the average area occupied by a Videocon washing
machine is 4 sq.ft.
19. Can the Videocon washing machine
wash heavy clothes as well as gentle ones?
YES. Videocon
Washing Machines have got wash selectors indicating different types of wash
available.
20. Is running water required during
the wash?
Videocon
machines may be operated, if so necessitated, in the absence of running water
also. This is not possible in tumble wash machines, which necessarily require
constant running water.
21. In a washing machine, what is
the duration of a wash cycle?
In the
semi automatic range of washing machines the duration of a wash cycle is
almost the same for most brands. But in the fully-automatic range of washing
machines the time span for Normal wash differs and is approximately as follows
:
| Videocon Whirlpool BPL Daewoo IFB ONIDA |
45
minutes 60 minutes 50 minutes 92 minutes 105 minutes 50 minutes |
22. How many wash programmes and combinations does a Videocon washing machine have?
| V-NA-200W V-NA-400W V-NA1011 V-NA 1011 FDX V-NA1211F V-NA1311F V-NA1111NF V-NA 550EL V-NA 550T V-NA 700 T |
2 2 6/26 6/588 6/2348 6/2348 4/3472 5/56 3 2 |
V-NA811 V-NA911 V-NA-200E V-NA 200T V-NA250DX V-NA300EL V-NA400EL V-NA 400T V-NA550TDX |
4/20 6/26 2 2 2 5/76 5/56 3 3 |
23. Where should the washing
machine be placed?
It is advisable
to place the washing machine in the bathroom or a place close to a water
outlet and inlet. It should be kept away from direct sunlight heat source
and extreme humidity.
24. What after-sales service does
Videocon offer? Where can I buy a Videocon washing
machine?
Videocon
has 55 sales and 77 service centres all over India. On purchase of a Videocon
Washing Machine, the Videocon demonstrator installs and demonstrates the
machine at your house.Videocon Service Engineer on receiving a complaint
attends to the complaint within 24 hours.
In most major cities ,,Videocon also offers a Mobile Service Express, which enables immediate service at the customers doorstep.
You can buy any Videocon Washing Machine - the widest range in India - from our over 3,000 Videocon dealers spread all around the country.
25. Are the machine spare parts easily
available?
Chances
are that you will seldom require a spare part for your Videocon Washing Machine.
However, our comprehensive network of Videocon Washing Machine dealers stock
the complete range of spares.
Besides our comprehensive Service network, we also have a separate network of 'Spare Parts Dealer', who sell genuine Videocon spare parts.
26. What should I do to ensure that the machine remains in perfect condition?
27. What precautions should be taken while using the washing machine?
28. While installing the machine,
do I require any special electrical connection?
The Videocon
washing machine is easy to install and does not require any special connection.
It can be connected to a 5 AMP plug with proper earthing."
29. Do I need any special
plumbing?
Unlike
Front Loading Machines, Videocon washing machines do not require special
plumbing but the machine should be kept near to the water inlet, drainage
outlet and power supply.
30. Does a Videocon Washing
Machine save Electricity?
Yes, Videocon
Washing Machine saves electricity. Electricity charges are approximately
paise 45/- per wash (Normal). The daily power consumption of a Videocon washing
machine is as low as 1/20 th of a tumble wash machine.
31. What type of Tubs are used in
the Videocon Washing Machine and how are they better than
others?
Basically
there are three types of Tubs.
1. Co - Polymer Polypropylene wash tub (used by Videocon in both Fully Automatic & Semi-Automatic Models)
2. Plastic enamel coated steel spin tub (Used in Videocon Automatic Models)
3. Steel tub (Used in some other machines)
32. How much does a Videocon Washing
Machine Cost ?
Videocon
has a wide range of prices to match every pocket depending upon features
and wash capacity. The prices range from Rs.3490/- to Rs.22,690/-
33. What, approximately, would be
the Maintennance Cost?
Videocon
provides warranty for the first two years. After the stipulated warranty
period, the consumer can enter into an annual maintenance contract under
which the company services your machine annually for a nominal service
charge.
34. How much power does a Washing
Machine consume?
The power
consumption of a Washing Machine depends on the capacity of the machine and
the type of concept used for washing. For e.g. A 3.00 Kg. semi automatic
washing machine consumes about 0.05 units of power per cycle, (this means
it can perform 20 cycles in an unit of power)
A four kilogramme fully automatic pulsator wash washing machine consumes about 0.11 units of power per cycle. (This means that it can perform nine cycles in an unit of power).
However, this does not hold good for front loading tumble wash machines. These bulky and heavy machines have a far heavier power requirement since the power consumption proportionately increases due to the heater and drain pump necessity in a tumble wash machine consumes power to the tune of 1.2 units per cycle, which is very high when compared to a pulsator wash machine.
35. What is the load factor in the
Washing Machine?
The cloth
load that can be washed in a machine can be measured in terms of either
kilogrammes of dry clothes or in terms of number of pieces it can
accommodate.
Generally, the relation between kilogrammes of dry clothes and number of pieces is defined as one kg. is equal to five normal shirts of 60:40 cotton polyester combination.
36. What are the thing one has to keep in mind while buying a Washing Machine?