Calypso Number Two

[DADoES]

Howdy, FunGuy!

Nothing is wrong with the first one, I used it a couple weeks ago. Probably will use it again in the next few days. I got the 2nd because the opportunity came by, it's a matched pair, it's cosmetically in better condition, and I think Calypsos are kewl. I have an IWL12 and DEGX1, not an AquaSmart/AeroSmart. I like them perfectly fine and they're not going away anywhere ... except *maybe* to the garage for a while *if* I decide to bring the Calypso pair in for a change of scenery.

 

[appnut]

to the garage for a while

The IWL12 and DEGX1 would most likely prefer to gaze upon scenery from my laundry room insted of your garage for a while!!!

 

[DADoES]

 

[frigilux]

Glenn, I say keep collecting the Calypsos. They (and the Maytag TL Neptune with the wash discs) will eventually be much-coveted by collectors. In fact, I'll go out on a limb and say the Maytag TL Neptune will be the Apex of the future. Nothing else quite like it and it was only made for a couple of years, so there aren't many out there.

Never gave the Calypso much thought until I saw your videos. They really are interesting to watch.

 

[funguy10]

How about the Dyson Contrarotators? They are rare since they are currently not in production. And to Mr. DADoeS, I saw the videos of your first Calypso that bpetersxx posted on Youtube and they are interesting to watch because of how the Calypso washes differently. And I know th Fisher & Paykel IWL12 is the Intuitive Eco model but what about the DEGX1? is it the matching dryer?

 

[DADoES]

Hmmmm. You said in another thread that you know a lot about F&P, but you don't know what is a DEGX1?

DEGX1 (electric) is the first U.S. release model of the topload dryer. DGGX1 was the gas version. It was a better pairing at the time with the GWL11 washer, the control panels are matched. It does not match the IWL12 control panel, but it was the only choice for topload dryer at that time, three years ago.

 

[funguy10]

Sorry, my bad. The intuitive dryer is model number DEIX2(electric)and DGIX2(gas). But you could get that and upgrade the washer to the newer IWL16. Also what you you know about the DEGX2/DGGX2? And why do electric dryers always have "E" in thier model numbers and gas ones have "G"?

 

[DADoES]

I suppose "E" means electric and "G" indicates gas. ;-)

No need to update at this time. The difference between my SmartLoad dryer and the Intuitive DEIX2 version is the Intuitive-style control panel and programmed LifeCycles. The mechanics are the same.

DEGX2/DGGX2 vs. DEGX1/DGGX1, cosmetic changes to the control panel, gray background instead of light blue. Same for the IWL16 washer vs. IWL12. It has a slightly better EnergyStar rating, probably due to minor default programming changes, and there are cosmetic changes to the control panel. Not a big deal.

 

[funguy10]

Thanks! And I love that sign that says "Laundry room, drop your pants here." Now I will step out of the way and let people get back to talking about hmm...what was it? Oh yeah, the Calypso.

 

[gansky1]

Nice pair, Glenn. You'll like that dryer, except for crawling up onto the door to reach socks at the back of the drum ;-)

I emailed on a Calypso on Craigslist today that supposedly needs a new pump "and that's all" - ha! I'll bet it needs a good scrubbing like your new baby - if it isn't already gone. I need to pay more attention to the "FREE" section...

 

[funguy10]

That's why you should stay away from:

1: Front loading Fisher & Paykel front-loading dryers as they are just rebranded GE dryers and GE washers and dryers are crap.

2: The Whirlpool/Kenmore Calypso. They have to recall the washer and improve it.

 

[gansky1]

Well, I picked up the Calypso from Craigslist today. It's in very nice shape, no terribly foul odors and after testing it does indeed have a bad pump. The lady had saved all the paperwork and even the styrofoam tub-block it came with new. I asked why she wasn't going to repair a washer that was this new and she confessed that she had been lusting after the LG Steam Washer and just needed the excuse to buy one. Quizzing her further, she also confessed that the LG didn't clean as well as the Calypso - she has three boys and thought the Calypso did a better job at stain removal and "flushing the grass and sand away" than the LG does. I'll pick up a new pump for it this week and get it running again - it will be a great machine to have in the garage for rags and other washing. I really liked the one I had several years ago and you certainly can't beat the price of this one!

 

[gansky1]

Obligatory tub shot...

 

[tlee618]

Greg you said the machine was in good condition when we talked but boy that is unreal. It will be fun for you to have one again to play with .

 

[Brent-Aucoin]

Oh Wow!
That is in great shape!
Also looks very clean.
I love what she said about this washer compared to her LG. That is awesome!
I really think the Calypso is such a great machine when used correct.
The one you found is so clean! Did she have the matching dryer?
Thanks for the pictures Greg!
Brent

 

[funguy10]

Yeah, the Calypso machine and also the Maytag Neptune machines are great washers-when they work.

 

[askomiele]

You know what I would love to see, a was test... testing the calypso with different loads, stains,... would nice to see that the invention really worked well!!

 

[askomiele]

Oh yes an other thing... I don't understand that there is only 1 bearing supporting the tub, at the bottom... But why is there no second bearing around the tub like in a frontloader. It would support the tub much better and preventing the inner tub to hit the outer tub by any malfunctioning... or am i completly wrong?

 

[DADoES]

Continuing with the refurbishment and clean-up. The cabinet rust areas have been treated with POR-15, have a bit more of that to do on the lid. Here's the wash plate with the outer dome removed, showing the inner dome.

 

[goatfarmer]

Calypso time!

Great thread! I picked up a Calypso washer about a week ago. It sat on my truck for about a week, and leaked water all over the floor. I was going to just scrap it, but took a look see underneath. Nice and clean. Found a hose off, and 2 pair of women's panties jammed in the pump! Hopefully that's all that's wrong with it.

I'll see if I can get a pic or two.
kennyGF