First load of towels

[washman]

4 27x55 Charisma towels
4 11x13 hand towels
4 8x8 wash cloths
2 random dish towels

Detergent: Arm & Hammer scent free with some oxygen cleaner or what not. Yes, I used WAY too much, a full cap to be exact. In the GE this would barely have suds up. Here, however, towards the end, you can see gobs of suds. Thankfully, I have the anti Algore second rise at my disposal.
Lesson learned. Half cap next time!

 

[rp2813]

Hmmmm.  The second rinse option on my machine doesn't have that same designation.  How did SQ fit all of that copy next to the small toggle switch?

 

[washman]

Here is the control panel

pic

 

[rp2813]

Looks like it's on the tree hugger setting in that picture.  Must not be your machine.

 

[supersuds]

"I hope you have not been leading a double life, pretending to be wicked, and being really good all the time. That would be hypocrisy." - Oscar Wilde.

 

[iheartmaytag]

Thanks for the video

You know what I like best? The spin drain, I absolutely hate neutral drain with the layer of lint left on top of the clothes.

 

[frigilux]

While I prefer front-loaders, it's nice knowing there is still one traditional top-loader on the market. And it's well built and made in the US to boot. Love the spin-drain. Haven't had one of those since my mid-80s Frigidaire; which, by the way, used far more water per cycle than this comparitively parsimonious Speed Queen. Gotta tell you washman...I'm a little disappointed in you.

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[washman]

sorry Frigilux

I just don't know what to say. I tried to consult with Algore but he would not return my phone calls or emails. He left me hung out to dry, if you will pardon the pun.

So I had to take control over my laundry destiny. I knew in my heart of hearts that lots of water+decent phosphate free detergent would equal a satisfying wash day and clean fresh laundry.

My only error was underestimating the superior agitation action of this fine USA made machine and using far too much Arm & Hammer scent free detergent w/oxygen or carbon dioxide or nitrogen or whatever. I assure you I will not repeat that mistake.

 

[washman]

Not quite

"Looks like it's on the tree hugger setting in that picture. Must not be your machine."

This was right after I got the machine, before 1st use.

 

[frigilux]

It was actually great to see an old-school layer of suds in your video!

There's usually a top-loader as a second machine in my laundry room---for fun and variety. Currently, that is a 2012 Frigidaire Immersion Care. I'm starting to think I should snag a Speed Queen while the company is still making them. It's really my only chance to score a truly traditional spin-drain washer without going vintage.[this post was last edited: 9/21/2013-16:38]

 

[jeffg]

"While the company is still making them"

Does Alliance have any plans to stop making them?

 

[rp2813]

Phosphate free detergent?  You're slipping, buddy.

 

[washman]

In more ways than one!

"Phosphate free detergent? You're slipping, buddy."

 

[frigilux]

There have been a couple of comments to that effect at AW, but I can't vouch for their veracity. I certainly hope they continue to make them, as they're the last holdout for traditional top-loaders.

 

[rp2813]

Perhaps EPA Algorithms involve putting pressure on manufacturers to cease production of this type of machine.

 

I might have to start cruising the local craigslistings and habitat store for trophy home discards.  I don't need a brand new one as long as my Affinity is still functioning, so can't justify that kind of purchase.

 

[washman]

booo hissssss

booooo hissssssss let's hope Algore loses his voice soon!

Long live water guzzling top loader machines!

 

[imperial70]

There may be an AWN542 available...

if when I get my gas bill I see a reason to go back to my Frigidaire (Square door) front loader. Oh and the water bill too. I suspect I'm gonna gasp and reach for my heart medication.

 

[mark_wpduet]

I love the spin-drain too!! Although it would be cool if it would start spinning the water out really fast like some of the videos I've seen of older machines that did a spin-drain....It was like the water was there one second, and gone the next.

 

[pierreandreply4]

i hope they never stop producing top load washer

me i hope that canadien us manufacturers never stop producing top loads washers because if you count the year i have wash in a top load washer since i was a kid until 2004 where i switxh to my duet if i had a choice today i would go back to using a topload washer even if that would mean using a refurbish direct drive washer or a vintage non energy star model like in this picture even if theis means the washer would be harvest gold avocado green white ect

 

[jeffg]

I'd be amazed if Alliance drops their TL line, because every competitor that drops theirs means more market share for themselves. They know a sizeable percentage of consumers can't be fooled into believing tumbling clothes in a FL can wash or rinse them as well as wringing them through an agitator. Also I see more and more people looking back to TLs, because the only alternative is to pay $1500 or $2000 (or more) for FL sets with one or two year warranties.

As for water usage, imo if it ever gets to the point where I can't afford enough water to properly wash my clothes, it's time to move to a country that's not a third world shithole. I think Alliance knows the absence of an Energy Star sticker has become far more of a selling point in the U.S. than a shortcoming.