statomatic
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Hi, here is my new toy, a very nice 1976 Frigéavia G31 washing machine.
More pictures soon.
More pictures soon.
Frigéavia G31 washing machine
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vacerator
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Nice!
It's cool to see European machines.
merci boucoup!
It's cool to see European machines.
merci boucoup!
Congratulations! I have never heard of that brand. The French market was so very different from the market in the Netherlands and Germany. Is there a detergent dispenser under the lid? I would love to see a few pictures from the drum and the dispenser if possible.
Happy washing!
Happy washing!
statomatic
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Thanks for you comments.
These machines are made by Thomson like some Frigidaire of the same era.
The Frigéavia machines were branded Giravia in the past (that's why the model numbers of these machines starts by a G).
Here is some photos of the lid open:
The softener dispenser can be emptied by pushing the small piece of plastic inside.
Two lids makes the advantage of not using a door seal (less cleaning needed and less risk of leaks) and an ingenious spin security: when the first lid is opened during the spinning the motor goes to the wash speed to be braked, then when the second lid is opened the machine stops completely.
These machines are made by Thomson like some Frigidaire of the same era.
The Frigéavia machines were branded Giravia in the past (that's why the model numbers of these machines starts by a G).
Here is some photos of the lid open:
The softener dispenser can be emptied by pushing the small piece of plastic inside.
Two lids makes the advantage of not using a door seal (less cleaning needed and less risk of leaks) and an ingenious spin security: when the first lid is opened during the spinning the motor goes to the wash speed to be braked, then when the second lid is opened the machine stops completely.
Thank you! I remember my grandparents had a Zanussi that also had a button to empty the softener dispenser.
This model has a huge detergent dispenser, I love that! The two door system seals well, but some people think it's a bit of a hassle to use. The safety system is more than most models have.
Wonderful machine! Do you have to do work on it, or is it already fully functional?
This model has a huge detergent dispenser, I love that! The two door system seals well, but some people think it's a bit of a hassle to use. The safety system is more than most models have.
Wonderful machine! Do you have to do work on it, or is it already fully functional?
statomatic
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Well it has the usual issues for a (low use) 1976 machine, leaks at the detergent dispenser hose and the overflow outlet hose, electric plug's prongs were a bit oxidized.
That machine is very well designed, the panels are easy to disassemble for service and allows a great access to the motor, pump, heater, thermostats...
It's currently washing (couleur fragile 35°C cycle).
That machine is very well designed, the panels are easy to disassemble for service and allows a great access to the motor, pump, heater, thermostats...
It's currently washing (couleur fragile 35°C cycle).
Thanks!! Looks indeed like a well designed machine. Glad it's working!
statomatic
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After some minutes of washing the water inlet hose has started to leak !
Luckily I was next to the machine when it happened !
I installed a new one and the cycle has continued without problems, except a small leak at the overflow outlet hose (I didn't put enough glue !)
Luckily I was next to the machine when it happened !
I installed a new one and the cycle has continued without problems, except a small leak at the overflow outlet hose (I didn't put enough glue !)
statomatic
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Yes, the counter weights are cast iron, that's more solid than Bouygues concrete !
It spins at 500rpm.
Some photos of the timer and the selector switches:
It spins at 500rpm.
Some photos of the timer and the selector switches:
Frigéavia G31 washing machine
That is one stunning top loader, the combination of Blue & Silver fascia, push button selectors and timeline just about has it all. Very much like the Philips toploaders we had here with the vitreous outer drum and counterbalances.The ribbed inlay on the inner lid also adds to the detail. Did they make other models with faster spin speed?
Most unlucky with that inlet pipe, luckily in all my years have never known it to happen with me!!
Happy Washing !!
That is one stunning top loader, the combination of Blue & Silver fascia, push button selectors and timeline just about has it all. Very much like the Philips toploaders we had here with the vitreous outer drum and counterbalances.The ribbed inlay on the inner lid also adds to the detail. Did they make other models with faster spin speed?
Most unlucky with that inlet pipe, luckily in all my years have never known it to happen with me!!
Happy Washing !!
statomatic
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Thanks, I don't think they made a machine with a spin speed of more than 500rpm in that era.
However the next series (totally different chassis, more annoying to service) had 800rpm machines (with a Sachs clutch motor and even a drying function !) and in the 80's they also made machines with electronic speed control (600, 800 or 1000rpm spin speed with a TDA1085 based control unit).
However the next series (totally different chassis, more annoying to service) had 800rpm machines (with a Sachs clutch motor and even a drying function !) and in the 80's they also made machines with electronic speed control (600, 800 or 1000rpm spin speed with a TDA1085 based control unit).
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