I Give Up. What Is This?

[launderess]

Have never heard nor seen anything like this.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1920s-Savage-El...270000253394QQcategoryZ12QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[brisnat81]

its a 1920's H-Axis Washer

The machine allows you to mount the drum horizontally for the wash (IE it tumbles) and then you mount it vertically to spin.

You fill it with a hose, and it has a gravity drain. You turn it on and off at the socket.

I've seen 2 out at a museum in the country near us. I've been tempted to go and make them an offer to purchase one.

Regards

Nathan

 

[tomturbomatic]

Since it has no suspension, even with the wheels locked, it moves a bit while spinning, more with a less balanced load.

 

[lightedcontrols]

Laundress.....

....when you come to my wash-in you can see one in opperation! I'll let you demonstrate it!!! It really is a cool machine. Mark