macboy91si
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So as John let out of the bag, I did pickup another appliance en-route to get the Maytags. This machine is fairly neat and apparently pretty rare. What was really odd is that I ran across it after John Lefever and I were having a conversation about just this very thing. Apparently Kenmore produced this as a match to their 24" washer but Whirlpool supposedly did not make one to match theirs. John has the 24" Kenmore version, which I want to match my DD 24" washer, so this may end up in Beltsville.
One thing I can say is that it is certainly a neat little machine. It also has a lot of features for such a small machine. As John pointed out to me, the "infinite" heat settings are actually 36 settings, I counted. It has automatic dry cycles and timed. It actually has more flexibility than the Maytag dryer I picked up with it's heat settings and more generous cycle options.
Essentially it's a 240v version of the portable unit in a full-height, 24" cabinet. Same drum, motor etc, even front panel. It can take a light load from a 24" DD machine, but don't over-do it. In my old house I have the Kenmore 24" DD mated with the 110v Lady K portable. It has worked out OK, but you have to be careful not to pack the washer or the clothes will come out wrinkled in the dryer. Realistically this dryer is for space contraints as it will not hold as much as the washer, but it's still a neat pair. I think it's at least a good compromise as the portable washer holds a good deal less than the dryer, so the full-size 24" washer coupled with this dryer give you a little more capacity.
Anywho... here it is, the 1988 Whirlpool 24" electric dryer:
-Tim
One thing I can say is that it is certainly a neat little machine. It also has a lot of features for such a small machine. As John pointed out to me, the "infinite" heat settings are actually 36 settings, I counted. It has automatic dry cycles and timed. It actually has more flexibility than the Maytag dryer I picked up with it's heat settings and more generous cycle options.
Essentially it's a 240v version of the portable unit in a full-height, 24" cabinet. Same drum, motor etc, even front panel. It can take a light load from a 24" DD machine, but don't over-do it. In my old house I have the Kenmore 24" DD mated with the 110v Lady K portable. It has worked out OK, but you have to be careful not to pack the washer or the clothes will come out wrinkled in the dryer. Realistically this dryer is for space contraints as it will not hold as much as the washer, but it's still a neat pair. I think it's at least a good compromise as the portable washer holds a good deal less than the dryer, so the full-size 24" washer coupled with this dryer give you a little more capacity.
Anywho... here it is, the 1988 Whirlpool 24" electric dryer:
-Tim
