{"product_id":"8kg-4kg-1600rpm-washer-dryer-with-dualcare-white","title":"8kg\/4kg 1600rpm Washer Dryer with DualCare White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eElectrolux EWDK5846B Washer Dryer in White\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an \u003cstrong\u003e8kg washing capacity with a 4kg drying capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a practical all-in-one laundry solution for couples, smaller households and homes where space for separate washing and drying appliances is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a maximum \u003cstrong\u003e1600rpm spin speed\u003c\/strong\u003e, the EWDK5846B can extract more moisture from suitable laundry before drying begins, while technologies including \u003cstrong\u003eDualCare, SensiCare, SteamRefresh and Auto Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to provide more tailored care for different loads and fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e60-minute Wash\u0026amp;Dry programme\u003c\/strong\u003e, Time Manager and dedicated programmes for delicates, silk and wool add useful flexibility for everyday laundry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.electrolux.ie\/laundry\/laundry\/washer-dryers\/free-standing-washer-dryer\/ewdk5846b\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e8kg Wash \u0026amp; 4kg Dry Capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electrolux EWDK5846B can accommodate up to \u003cstrong\u003e8kg of laundry when washing\u003c\/strong\u003e and up to \u003cstrong\u003e4kg when drying\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003ecouples, smaller households and people who tend to wash more moderate loads\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than needing the 10kg+ capacity offered by some larger washer dryers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable loads of up to 4kg can complete the entire washing and drying process in one appliance. If you're washing a larger load, some items will need to be removed before starting the drying cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDualCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout features of this Electrolux washer dryer is \u003cstrong\u003eDualCare\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDualCare automatically adjusts the cycle according to the type of fabric being cleaned, using appropriate temperatures and drum movements to provide more tailored garment care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system can be used with selected fabrics including \u003cstrong\u003ecottons, synthetics and wool\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing suitable clothing to move through washing and drying in one streamlined process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteamRefresh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every garment needs to go through a complete wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e25-minute SteamRefresh programme\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an alternative for suitable clothing that simply needs refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrolux states that SteamRefresh can use \u003cstrong\u003eup to 96% less water than a full 30°C Delicates wash\u003c\/strong\u003e under its specified test conditions. It can also help freshen garments while reducing creasing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it particularly useful for clothing that has been worn briefly but isn't actually dirty enough to justify another full wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSensiCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrolux \u003cstrong\u003eSensiCare\u003c\/strong\u003e measures the size of each load and automatically adjusts the cycle accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of treating a smaller load in exactly the same way as a full drum, the appliance can adapt factors such as washing time, water and energy use to suit the amount of laundry being cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also helps prevent clothes from being washed for unnecessarily long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWash \u0026amp; Dry 60\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a few items ready quickly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWash\u0026amp;Dry 60 programme\u003c\/strong\u003e can wash and dry a small \u003cstrong\u003e1kg mixed load in approximately one hour\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's particularly useful when you suddenly discover that the outfit, uniform or other clothing you need isn't clean and you don't want to run a full-size laundry cycle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuto Dry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EWDK5846B provides \u003cstrong\u003ethree automatic drying levels\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCupboard Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply guessing how long laundry needs, you can select the required drying result and allow the machine to manage the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimed drying is also available when you prefer to set the drying duration manually. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1600rpm Spin Speed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a maximum \u003cstrong\u003e1600rpm spin speed\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Electrolux has one of the higher spin speeds among the washer dryers we've looked at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA faster final spin can help extract more water from suitable laundry before drying, although the appropriate spin speed will always depend on the fabric and selected programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe machine has a \u003cstrong\u003eB noise-emission class\u003c\/strong\u003e and a stated maximum spin noise level of 75dB. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTime Manager\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrolux \u003cstrong\u003eTime Manager\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you additional control over the length of compatible washing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the programme duration to be adapted according to your schedule and how heavily soiled the laundry is, giving you more flexibility than simply accepting the machine's standard cycle duration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDedicated Fabric Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EWDK5846B offers a useful selection of programmes for different types of laundry, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuvet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEco 40–60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton Drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic Drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60min Wash\u0026amp;Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpin\/Drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe machine also carries \u003cstrong\u003eWoolmark Blue Wash \u0026amp; 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