A New Interface for the Super Unimatic 2.0

[Unimatic1140]

So, instead of just flushing the water line, use the DivJet with the pulsator on for 30, to heat and wet the tub, then spin for 30 . Yes?

I was thinking of spraying the clothes with the hot water line flush water, but I don't know about pulsating them without any water in the tub Mike, it might cause problems.

Suds Kill Segment:
I have found that if I have filled at least 1/2 of the outer washer cabinet with suds (from the recirculation) when the machine goes into spin, in will whip those suds around and create even more in the outer cabinet. What happens is then once the tub gets up to full speed the suds start pouring from the outer tub back into the spinning wash tub. So a draining the wash tub in two short bursts seems to stop this from happening completely.

 

[mickeyd]

"pulsating them without any water in the tub."

I do the tub heat-up/ line flush BEFORE adding the clothes, Robert, an old habit I picked up using the the Easy, the Hoover and the Wringers.

Been keeping a secret: two weeks ago today, I flew to Boston, rented a truck, drove to Worcester, where the wonderful and generous Greg gave me a '62 Frigidiare which I had working by 5 o'clock that afternoon, and have been playing with exclusively ever since, learning of its wonders one by one. I have not used any of my other machines since, and am too gaga to talk about how much I love this Frigidaire.

For the flush/heat protocol, I turn the dial to the overflow wash, with the rinse selector on warm but I switch off the cold on the Multi-tap valve. Thus the hot water enters as the pulsator splashes, and as soon as the water is hot and steamy and everything is wet, including my mug, I click to spin, then proceed to our regularly scheduled program. Pure Bliss!

One month ago today, you gave birth to your living photo series. Happy Anniversary, Robert ! ; D

I wonder what is next! I'm sure the club can hardly wait.

 

[jetcone]

Now I've seen EVERYTHING!

A norgediare??? Okay I'm done with washers. Thats it. I've seen it ALL!

signing off

jetcone dazed in boston...........

 

[irishwashguy]

OMG

Now I have seen everything, except a maytag agitator in the Unimatic. I do not know if that would work really, maybe a wringer agitator?

 

[Unimatic1140]

Hey Congratulations Mike!!!!!

Been keeping a secret: two weeks ago today, I flew to Boston, rented a truck, drove to Worcester, where the wonderful and generous Greg gave me a '62 Frigidiare which I had working by 5 o'clock that afternoon, and have been playing with exclusively ever since, learning of its wonders one by one. I have not used any of my other machines since, and am too gaga to talk about how much I love this Frigidaire.
UMMM, what's up with the secret! Well where are some pictures Mister!

For the flush/heat protocol, I turn the dial to the overflow wash, with the rinse selector on warm but I switch off the cold on the Multi-tap valve. Thus the hot water enters as the pulsator splashes, and as soon as the water is hot and steamy and everything is wet, including my mug, I click to spin, then proceed to our regularly scheduled program. Pure Bliss!
Ah I see what you mean Mike a "clothes-free" (dare I say naked) pre-heat. Oh now that sounds fun!

I've installed a new part in the Super Unimatic, I was going to give it a test run last night but I was too traumatized. But I'll be ready tonight, pictures to come later.

 

[laundryshark]

Still Enjoy those Demos!

And I still like to kill bordom with those super washer demos. Many thanks again.--Laundry Shark

 

[mickeyd]

Well, where are some pictures, Mister?

They're coming, Sister Mary Robert. Keep your shirt on. Well-llllllllllll, on second thought, maybe not, speaking of naked washer tricks.

I'm so glad you're alive, Robert!!!!! HONEST.

 

[kitty]

THAT IS COOL !!!!!

I MUST see that !!!!!!

 

[toploader55]

Where is ...

The Super Unimatic ?

Haven't seen that baby for awhile. Is it still around ?

 

[akronman]

I WANT......I WANT......

VIDEOS!!!!

 

Very cool work, Robert!

 

[toploader55]

They are on...

YouTube.

But I don't know if any updates are available...

 

[Unimatic1140]

The old computer that ran the Super Unimatic was taken out by an unusual power surge last year, I haven't replaced the computer yet, but will at some point. So many things to do, so little time lol!

Here is another thread I posted on the Super Unimatic a few years ago...

http://www.automaticwasher.org/cgi-bin/TD/TD-VIEWTHREAD.cgi?13656

 

[kb0nes]

Robert,

What do you need for a PC, I have a number of great condition Pentium 4 XP boxes that are on the pile to go to recycle. I'd gladly clean one up to donate to the project if it helps. It was so cool to see it running!

Of course it would be cool with a new Arduino or Raspberry Pi controller too

Phil

 

[Unimatic1140]

Thanks Phil, actually I want to convert it from a parrallel port communication system to a USB system, so I'm planning on running it on a small but new notebook. I don't have the time now to work on it, probably in a year or two, so I'm going to hold off on deciding on what exactly I'm going to use.

 

[kitty]

why don't you make a simple control box for it ?

If you don't want to wait for the computer to start up, why don't you make a a simple control box where you have all the control switches like motor, heater, drain pump,etc? that way it will be easier to operate [to me].
Cheers!

 

[kitty]

Video???

Why don't you make an unedited video of each of the cycles so the people that can't see it can at least see a video of it! You can post it on YouTube or something.