Lady Kenmore Washer/Dryer Combo!

[washerlover]

Hope the link worked below. Just spoke to the seller and plan to buy/pick up this Saturday (can't get there any sooner!). I've never owned one of these before, he says it doesn't drain the water anymore, but works fine otherwise. Might just be a solenoid? Anyway, am hoping no one gets this one before I do!

http://redding.craigslist.org/hsh/1188477440.html

 

[volvoguy87]

Wow!

Those aren't common at all. Just remember to secure the suspension before it is moved OR ELSE!!!! I don't know how to secure it, or even what the procedure is, but if you don't secure it, it WILL break.

Others can elaborate.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Dave

 

[qsd-dan]

That's indeed a very rare machine. Hopefully some knowledgeable members will chime in and guide you to the proper loading/unloading procedures.

 

[revvinkevin]

From the model number it looks like a 1965!

WOW! Go for it Todd, GO FOR IT!!! If I were closer I would GRAB IT!!!

As for the suspension, try taking a few short (12 to 16 inches in length) 2X4 or 4X4 blocks, remove the back panel and wedge/stack them in under and around the outer drum to restrict it's movement.

 

[laundromat]

Gas or electric????

We had the same model growing up. It is not from the 50's it is a 1963 model that came in white,coppertone, canary yellow or turquoise.Ours was installed the day before John F.Kennedy was asassinated.My Dad took us out to learn how to rollerscate at the rink so that I would not be there at home to "pester the installer."However, by the time we got home,all the wash was already done so,I went out in the rain and got real muddy so I would still be able to see our new gem do its thing. My grandmother laughed but my Dad was not amused. I found out decades later that,had Dad been me,he would have done the same thing!! LOL

 

[gyromatic]

There is no suspension in a Kenmore combo

Todd,All you have to do to move it is open up the service door and in the upper right hand corner there is a thumb screw.Just unscrew that when the machine is moved and when you place it its permanent spot in your laundry room tighten it again.This controls the balance mech.The machine balances itself by filling baffels with water opposite the load.This machine will never walk no matter how unbalanced.Great Machine! I use mine weekley

 

[combo52]

combo moving

Do not remove the back and try to block the tub this is not how these are moved.Open the lower front panel and loosten the balance thumb screw several turns and keep the machine up right when moving. Its very heavy aprox 350 pounds.Get help.

 

[a440]

Awesome!

What a great find for you!
It looks mint!
Is is a Gas or Electric model.
Congratulations!
Brent

 

[whirlaway]

What Year?

The first two numbers after the 110 should be the year,the metal tag with the model number on it,Bobby

 

[frontaloadotmy]

Perfect Todd

It's just about the same age as you! I wished I had surfed
Cl Redding in the last day, I have it in my faves. Can't wait
to see that one tumbling away the dirt and wet!!!

 

[maytagbear]

I do believe

that this is an electric one. At least, that's what I think the data plate says. That and the great big "UL" insignia.

Lawrence/Maytagbear

 

[chaskelljr2]

Mid 1960's Lady Kenmore Washer/Dryer Combo....

I guess the person who listed this Lady Kenmore Washer/Dryer Combo was off a little as far as time is concerned. To me, that looks like a 1965-69 Model.

Maybe RevvinKevin or KenmoreGuy64 can enlighten me and confirm this.

Also, I wonder did the previous owner had this machine painted or was it his camera. It looks like this machine is Almond or Platinum. Almond or Platinum colors were not available on appliances back in the mid 1960's.

--Charles--

 

[wigwag]

Ohhh Man!

That is a much nicer machine than the one I just let go for free! Someone is going to be very happy!

S

 

[combo52]

Combo color

I think the the color is called doskin whirlpool used it on many appliances in 1965-1967 period builders used it a lot in new homes. Sears also used it here and there many sears portable washers and dryers came in this color. It was an early alomd sort of color

 

[revvinkevin]

I guess nobody noticed my post above.....

I noted.... From the model number it looks like a 1965!

 

[kenmoreguy64]

That is the first time I've ever seen the color Doeskin. It is listed as an option on my 1965 Lady K parts lists, but not on my 63 Lady K's. Must have debuted sometime in between late '63 and '65. Neat color, and NEAT machine!

 

[washerlover]

Thank you all for your support, so far, so good, it looks like it's mine. As far as moving, the service door is the thing on the top? I've never owned a front loader so am unfamiliar with what's what. And it seems from all of your posts that I MUST keep it upright and not lay it on its side? Too bad I don't have a forklift!

 

[frontaloadotmy]

Rent

an appliance dolly, cut a 1/2" sheet of 4' by 8' plywood in
half length wise; use the cut pw as a ramp into your pickup,
support the center of the plywood with a turned up side down
recycling bin, or milk crate; easy peasy!!!

 

[washerlover]

That is easy peasy! And my able-bodied husband is always more than eager to help me with these things!