New 2018 speed queen pictures

[scrubflex]

I like the new/old look too but, I'm not sure about the new agitator. The thicker lower vanes don't seem like they'll be as powerful as the Wavy-Vane fins.

 

[mrb627]

Agitator

The agitator kind of looks like a nod back to the "Marathon" machines, IMO.
As for the performance, a wide agitation arc of 2.5 times around is pretty good, but how many strokes per minute is that?

Malcolm

 

[duttyb11]

Lid Lock

Does anyone think there will be a way to bypass the damn lid lock. We want to see whats going on inside the machine. Any ideas?

 

[agiflow2]

Malcolm i thought the same thing too looking at that agitator. It hearkens back to the Marathon washers. I'm wondering if it is 2.5 revolutions then pause then reverse or is it instantaneous back and forth. It would take a powerful motor for it to go back and forth like the GM Frigidaire agitub...no ?

 

[maytag85]

If they kept the transmission and the mechanical timer I would be happy, but I still wished they kept the mechanical timer, and transmission.

 

[yogitunes]

it was already mentioned, there is a 1HP motor.....we haven't seen something that powerful since the days of the 20lb Norge's...

we would need specs before we could consider how to by-pass the lid switch....

 

[agiflow2]

To you guys who are mechanically inclined or engineers if anyone can answer.

Can this agitub oscillate like say...the GM Frigidaire agitub? That old design had shorter strokes I know, but can a design like this SQ with just a motor oscillate quickly without pauses ?

I mean with an outer and inner tub filled with water wouldn't it actually make the work easier on the motor because of buoyancy? IDK , just a thought. Even more so now than ever waiting to see what kind of oscillating action this machine will have.

 

[henene4]

They probably could, but it would probably increase belt wear and with drum and agitator bolted toge5her long strokes will work better I suppose, otherwise you just end up with ropes around the agitator...

 

[lorainfurniture]

The tub is still smooth = little resistance. The agitator is really the only thing that will cause serious resistance when agitating. That and a bit of swirling around of water.

The belt is very robust. It won’t break anytime soon.

 

[mayfan69]

Control Panel

Hi Eugene,

Thanks for the pics, much appreciated.

Is the control panel colour actually black or a dark brown?

I've actually emailed Alliance this morning asking if this is design all export markets will get, considering we in Australia don't have the same stringent energy requirements as you do.

I can't imagine they'll still be producing machines with transmissions for export markets, doesn't make financial sense.

Cheers
Leon

 

[lorainfurniture]

My eyes aren’t the best anymore but I say definitely black.

 

[agiflow2]

Thanks henene4 and lorainfurniture. Do you guys think the design of this agitator with the way the vanes flaring out from the post will make a difference ? The base vanes seem rather shallow but I guess that all has to do with drag.

I guess on auto fill this design will allow them to get an even lower water level.

I know it is your guess as well as anyone but speculation is fun ! I am really hoping this will be better than their current design and am looking forward to videos.

 

[lorainfurniture]

Regarding auto fill

Auto fill is an OPTION. You can still select a full tub of water. Also, the auto fill is smart. If you forgot to change the selection switch from small to large, then loaded up the washer the machine will automatically add MORE water until the drag is reduced, or mad fill is achieved.

The guy said that something to the effect that it certainly will never under fill with water.

 

[agiflow2]

Thanks so much Lorainfurniture. This machine just gets more interesting ! One more question if I might ask.

Will these new models follow the current model number scheme ? Like will the dial models be AWN432 ???? or is it to early to know yet ?

 

[supersurgilator]

I also am more and more interested in this machine. I really think they have done there homework and it will actually be a good quality machine. My question is will the commercial line change over to these or will they still make their regular transmission machines for the laundromat?

 

[mtn1584]

Love the new consoles...........................

Love the consoles and the warranty and the beefed up mechanicals, motor and such, however I am still leary of wash performance, time will tell, maybe change isn't so bad. It's funny though, right before I saw this post, I called a local dealer to find out about interest free financing on a new 2017 model! I think I would like to get another one while I still can.
Mike

 

[agiflow2]

The tubs look the same as the current models. What will be the case it's for these machines ? Still 3.3 cu.ft 16 LB. capacity ?

 

[rapunzel]

Now, if they offered these machines in gold metallic, high gloss candy apple red and accentuate the control panels with gold highlights against satin black - they'd be works of art.

 

[potatochips]

Malcolm, I was gonna say the same thing. Very reminiscent of the Marathon series.

 

[brucelucenta]

I just want to see a video of one in action. Seeing is believing!