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After the wash tub and scrubbing board came the wringer washer.
What Are High-Efficiency Clothes Washers?
High efficiency or HE washershave been the standard in Europe for many years.
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The first thing you’ll notice when you go appliance shopping is that are two types of high-efficiency washers.
The washer drum looks nearly empty.
you might save money by choosing models that have fewer options like steam cycles.
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In front-loadingmodels, the tub rotates clockwise and then counterclockwise to achieve the tumbling motion.
Due to their design without a center agitator, high-efficiency washers are more gentle on clothes.
The cleaning action is more gentle and helps prevent stretching and pulling that can distort clothes.
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This reduction of water will save energy if clothes are dried in an automatic dryer.
Most high-efficiency washers have a sensor system that detects the size of the load of laundry.
This adjustment helps save natural resources and money.
Using atraditional detergentwill result in too many suds and prevent the tumbling action needed for cleaning.
The excessive suds can overflow the washer and actually cause permanent damage to electronic controls.
Many userscomplain about musty odors and mildew growth in high-efficiency washers.
Excessive detergent residue or fabric softener residue is the culprit.
Always look for the “HE” symbol on the detergent box or bottle.
Some pre-soak products may still be normal to high-sudsing, and their use should be limited in high-efficiency washers.
However, this is changing as more homes convert to a high-efficiency washer.
High Efficiency Washers and Detergents.American Cleaning Institute.
Mold.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
