My washing machine has died! I have an old Zanussi that has been brilliant. I don't want some new fangled monstrosity that I can't understand or work. I'm looking for a drum at least 8 kg, the option to have a shorter cycle (I had a Bosch that ran for 3 hours on every wash), easy to clean and maintain and reliable. Good for washing delicates. Any recommendations?
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