Easy Spindrier Washer

[hobarthero]

I found this locally, but I just started collecting vintage washing machines again (since I was a teenager), and I don’t know what a fair price is for these machines. Are they good performing washers? I’d love some more information about them. The running condition is unknown as it was used for decoration, but it looks to be in great shape. But if it leaks or needs repair I don’t want to spend too much just in case it has major issues. I seldom spend more than $60 on anything, but I’m willing to if it’s worth it. Any insight would be helpful. I would probably get it Wednesday if I do end up buying it.
-Shannon[this post was last edited: 6/21/2021-20:56]

 

[hobarthero]

Spin Speed, Load Size

I’m wondering how well these spin out clothes, what size load you can wash as well as their value. I know they still make cheap versions of these types of washers, but I’m sure quality and operating specs are nothing even close to the same.
-Shannon

 

[jeb]

Easy Spindrier

I have one and use it occasionally. They can be tricky to work on and the pump operates with valves opening that can be a real pain because the seals dry out if not used often and then they leak. The spin is better than a wringer but not as good as even the old Hoovers or Maytag twin tubs, and not near as fast as a modern one. Around here you could easily pick one up for under $100.00

 

[rp2813]

That is the exact style that my mom had when I was still too young to even have any memory of it.  I think I have the owner's manual and other documents in an envelope from when it was new.  I like the big handles on the front and the streamlined styling better than the later models. 

 

I wanted one of these to use on my back patio until another member advised that if it's not on a perfectly level surface and since its on casters, it would likely walk all over the place when using the spinner.  I got a Maytag 712 instead.

 

[launderess]

We've discussed Easy SpinDrier washer/extractors dozens of times on AW.

https://www.automaticwasher.org/cgi-bin/TD/TD-VIEWTHREAD.cgi?36765

Extractor basket spins at about 900 rpms. About same speed as top loading automatic washers back in the day, and many front loaders until modern times. Wringers equal extraction speed of about 230 rpms so Easy's unit had that beat by a mile.

Washing action is quite good, and rinsing actually better than say Hoover and some other twin tubs. The latter is because you're sending fresh water down center of cone which is sprayed into wash as as basket spins. This give a more through rinsing than when things are packed into a spin basket.

These are fun units but remember there are nearly no NOS parts to be found. If something doesn't work you'll have to either get a used part off another machine, or try to create a work around.

At the time many housewives preferred to remain with wringer washers because they took up less real estate than Easy SpinDriers. Also as noted by consumer testing and review organizations Easy SpinDriers did have a tendency to move about when spinning. Easy sold little rubber cup feet one could put under each caster to solve that problem.







Unimac actually as a commercial twin tub not too much unlike Easy SpinDrier.

http://www.carwashconsignment.com/uploads/equipment/327a408557cfa9808617bc8ba8a771e8ac59283d.jpg

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[adam-aussie-vac]

At my work I wish that we had those, but

Due to certification and stuff like that plus the price of them is kind of why we stuck with household style washing machines and dryers

Edit: OMG there roughly about 10 grand brand-new but either way I would love one of those in my collection if I had enough room

 

[launderess]

Assuming You're referring to Unimatic Twin Tub

Yes, they are expensive, but at least here in states pop up often enough used going for much less money.

Unimac once had a single wash tub and extractor model IIRC, but don't see it offered any longer.

https://unimac.com/products/washer-...ry-machines/car-wash/#tab-521e52855fb9f407f50

https://offerup.com/item/detail/469062089

https://www.automaticwasher.org/cgi-bin/TD/TD-VIEWTHREAD.cgi?47178

Besides car washes Unimac marketed these twin tubs to hotels, restaurants, laundries... anyone who had large volumes of small to medium size items that wanted fast turnaround. A hotel could do tons of napkins or small table cloths or other linens. Restaurants same as well. A hotel or laundry could do shirts and other small sort of items.

 

[hobarthero]

Got it!

Picked it up today and it’s in really great condition overall. Agitation and spin basket work very nicely, pump also works with the drain spout. The only issue I’m having is that the rinse spout doesn’t seem to do anything. I’m also not familiar with how this operates completely either. Any help getting that rinse working would be great. Thank you
-Shannon

 

[jeb]

How are you filling it? There should be a hose connection on the back that you hook up to a faucet, move the spout to the wash side to fill then when you want to rinse move it over to the rinse basket. you have to manually turn the water off and on for the rinses. The instructions say to run water for a while then shut it off for a while. repeat several times until it runs clear(running the spin basket the whole time) . For the first part of the spin move the drain spout over the wash tub to save the soapy water for the next load.

 

[arbilab]

Congrats!  That's a nice one, well cared for.  The porcelain was pretty sturdy but the paint parts prone to rust.  Believe yours is next-to TOL, with both spigots and the needle-spray cone extractor.  Grandma's was a step or two down.  Early 50s, I 'helped' her by operating the gearshifts [it was all I could reach].

 

Unfort'ly, no memory of how the pump handle or the spigot worked, except there was a ball-type stop valve at the sink end of the drain hose.

 

[hobarthero]

Water Connection!

I thought the connection in the back was a drain connection, this makes more sense! The instructions for the filter at that connection we’re not legible for reading either which didn’t help. The connection point is odd, looks like a quick connect fitting that comes off the back of the machine? Or is it better to just slide a piece of 3/4” hose over top of that fitting and connect the other end to the sink spout?
- Shannon

 

[launderess]

Fill hose threads onto back of unit where filter is located. Other end of hose is fitted onto faucet taps. This can be by quick connect or threaded, whatever works for your situation.

Depending what you're doing and thus how controls are set fill faucet is either over wash tub (to fill with water), or over spin can (to send water into spray cone.

Manual will say how, but there is a filter behind where water enters at back of washer. It is made from a type of wadded up cloth. You should open cover and inspect this filter to see if it's clean and overall state. If ok otherwise some muck, just flush it out, refold as per manual, pack it back into filter area then button everything up.

 

[hobarthero]

Water connection!

I cannot thread a hose onto the back of the washer and if what’s on this is a quick connect I’m not sure where to purchase a female connection to match it, but the connection may be removable, I’ll look into that first. I will check the filter and see how it looks before I run water into it. This is a model 30SS-A. Unsure of the year but so far so good with operation. Where are the grease/ lubrication points on this machine? I’d like to make sure I don’t burn up any bearings etc. How do I come across a manual for this as I do not have one.
-Shannon

 

[hobarthero]

Permanent connection point

Does anyone know what type of quick connection this uses? It’s not removable and I’d prefer the quick connect fitting rather than cutting a hose to fit over it if possible.
-Shannon

 

[launderess]

Owner and service manuals

Are available from library of this forum.

https://www.automatice.org/cgi-bin/index.cgi?showdoc~99~Easy~

That or you may find them online elsewhere.

Manual gives exact directions for lubrication points. Basically it involves removing spin basket, lifting up rubber boot and washer, turning spin post by hand and applying 2-3 drops of a light oil. Push boot and washer back into position, replace spin basket, then allow machine to spin for a minute or so to distribute lubrication. Stop machine, again remove spin basket, lift up boot and washer, wipe away any excess lubrication, put things back....

IIRC there is a grease cup on pump for your model, that may need attending to as well.

See: https://www.ebay.com/itm/373547470603?hash=item56f92a0f0b:g:tY4AAOSw6bRfObEj[this post was last edited: 6/27/2021-03:37]

 

[launderess]

Does entire outer cover of filter come off (part where quick connect bit is attached at bottom?). If so suggest taking that part to favourite hardware store or plumbing supply to find proper quick connect mate.

Again service manual is available from library of this site. There you might find information about that quick connect part.

 

[hobarthero]

It’s Removable

I already removed the cover and I’m in the process of finding the right quick connect fitting. Since it’s an older style quick connection it will be interesting to see if it’s a style that’s made anymore.
-Shannon

 

[launderess]

My plumbing place has a few books that cross reference various snap on/quick connect fitting. Actual fitting used by Easy may not be around, but usually (and or hopefully), something else with same measurements will work.

Again the service manual might spell out things as well.

 

[hobarthero]

First Revival Run!

So I downloaded both the owners manual and service manual for this and went over the washer a bit just to make sure things were as they should be before running a load through. I tried to make sure I ran the load as the manual stated to do so. I loved the washing action of this machine, and just the big levers and everything just make this so unique and a lot of fun to run. I did have the agitator control lever removed for this video as I needed to replace a missing cotter pin which I have done now. I’ll make a full length wash and proper operation video soon after I fix the little quirks it has and give it a proper cleaning. Overall I’m very happy with this find.
-Shannon