New owner of a 2015 Speed Queen TL washer!
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gusherb
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For those who asked; my machines control board was made in Mexico...
gusherb
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One week review...
The cleaning results thus far are fantastic! I initially had some reservations about going back to a top loader because of what I thought would be reduced cleaning ability compared to the FL, but that is so far proven to be a myth (at least in my case).
In that first video I posted, the load I washed was actually a drawer full of summer shirts that had been sitting in my dresser drawer since at least November and they get very stale and stinky when sitting that long.
With the Samsungtag it was always a chore to get that stench out, even with a prewash, extra long main wash, and three rinses, the stale dresser odor would still linger afterwards. With the SQ, in that single cycle you all saw the smell was GONE! I couldn't believe it!
Also with bedding the FL was again challenged at getting the BO out of the pillow cases (in particular) and would require extra time in the machine. The SQ has again managed to make them smell fresh in just 44 minutes! (I use the extra rinse for sheets).
I did a load of white towels yesterday, some of which had some stubborn makeup stains which again in the old machine would require some pretreating to get out, came out with no effort in the SQ. All I did was run a hot cycle with OxiClean, and Tide like I always did in the FL (with no pretreating).
Having the quick cycle times back again has also proven to be a great thing, prior to having a FL this was always taken for granted and now I couldn't be happier to have a machine that can blast through a mountain of laundry in record time.
The three loads a week I do that used to take me a whole day (partly because I'd walk away and forget about the load for the better part of the day because it took forever) now only takes me 2 hours from start to pulling the last load out of the dryer.
Seriously, the next time I go on a washing spree I may kiss the thing! The washing spree I went on last month, the day the entire family was to arrive, had me on pins and needles as the clock was running out and the Samsungtag was taking forever.
So far this machine has exceeded even my wildest expectations! Now lets just hope those electronics live up to their claimed 25 yr lifespan...
The cleaning results thus far are fantastic! I initially had some reservations about going back to a top loader because of what I thought would be reduced cleaning ability compared to the FL, but that is so far proven to be a myth (at least in my case).
In that first video I posted, the load I washed was actually a drawer full of summer shirts that had been sitting in my dresser drawer since at least November and they get very stale and stinky when sitting that long.
With the Samsungtag it was always a chore to get that stench out, even with a prewash, extra long main wash, and three rinses, the stale dresser odor would still linger afterwards. With the SQ, in that single cycle you all saw the smell was GONE! I couldn't believe it!
Also with bedding the FL was again challenged at getting the BO out of the pillow cases (in particular) and would require extra time in the machine. The SQ has again managed to make them smell fresh in just 44 minutes! (I use the extra rinse for sheets).
I did a load of white towels yesterday, some of which had some stubborn makeup stains which again in the old machine would require some pretreating to get out, came out with no effort in the SQ. All I did was run a hot cycle with OxiClean, and Tide like I always did in the FL (with no pretreating).
Having the quick cycle times back again has also proven to be a great thing, prior to having a FL this was always taken for granted and now I couldn't be happier to have a machine that can blast through a mountain of laundry in record time.
The three loads a week I do that used to take me a whole day (partly because I'd walk away and forget about the load for the better part of the day because it took forever) now only takes me 2 hours from start to pulling the last load out of the dryer.
Seriously, the next time I go on a washing spree I may kiss the thing! The washing spree I went on last month, the day the entire family was to arrive, had me on pins and needles as the clock was running out and the Samsungtag was taking forever.
So far this machine has exceeded even my wildest expectations! Now lets just hope those electronics live up to their claimed 25 yr lifespan...
mrb627
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Question...
The manual indicates that you can select the RINSE/SPIN cycle and add options to it, like PREWASH and/or SECOND RINSE. Is this indeed possible?
Just curious...
Malcolm
The manual indicates that you can select the RINSE/SPIN cycle and add options to it, like PREWASH and/or SECOND RINSE. Is this indeed possible?
Just curious...
Malcolm
gusherb
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That is correct
And I'm not sure what you'd do with a prewash in a rinse cycle, I'm guessing they left that as an option so you can get a third rinse without manually intervening, or to have some sort of a "quick" wash (as though anyone would need anything faster then 27 minutes lol)
And I'm not sure what you'd do with a prewash in a rinse cycle, I'm guessing they left that as an option so you can get a third rinse without manually intervening, or to have some sort of a "quick" wash (as though anyone would need anything faster then 27 minutes lol)
mrb627
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I Suppose...
you could combine a Pre-Wash with a Spin ONLY to get a standalone hot/warm rinse.
Malcolm
you could combine a Pre-Wash with a Spin ONLY to get a standalone hot/warm rinse.
Malcolm
gusherb
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I still have yet to see if the prewash will use the temp you set or treat it like a rinse and only use cold.
One thing I'm curious about but have no desire to start tearing Into the machine for is if there is any way to rewire these machines to give a warm, or optional warm rinse. I would LOVE to get my hands on a service manual as the circuit board does have a row of dip switches on it...
One thing I'm curious about but have no desire to start tearing Into the machine for is if there is any way to rewire these machines to give a warm, or optional warm rinse. I would LOVE to get my hands on a service manual as the circuit board does have a row of dip switches on it...
supersurgilator
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I love that machine. I've watched your videos as well as the ones from Speed Queen and I definitely want to get one. One last question that hasn't been addressed yet, is can you change the water temp once you start the machine? I'm going to assume that you can but just wondered. I like to start the machine on hot for a few inches then switch to warm so its a warmer warm temp than the 50/50 mix.
gusherb
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Yes you can
I just learned yesterday that the power button doubles as a cancel button, even though it says so right on the panel... Lol
The first couple of minutes after it's started it will let you adjust anything, once it's locked Into what you set it for you can just hit cancel to reset it and start over. And no this will not make it drain and do the whole thing all over again lol. Hitting cancel is equivalent to turning the dial around again.
I just learned yesterday that the power button doubles as a cancel button, even though it says so right on the panel... Lol
The first couple of minutes after it's started it will let you adjust anything, once it's locked Into what you set it for you can just hit cancel to reset it and start over. And no this will not make it drain and do the whole thing all over again lol. Hitting cancel is equivalent to turning the dial around again.
Weren't the timers made in Mexico as well?
gusherb
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At least it's all made in North America! Can't say that for most of everything out there.
kb0nes
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To some degree, trying to discern the quality of a component based on country of origin is deeply flawed. There are high quality and low quality goods produced in every country. The ultimate quality all depends on who the manufacturer chose to supply a component, the specs they required and the amount of money they were willing to pay. Hopefully Speed Queen didn't buy crap.
The whole line of reasoning to me is just like how people buy modern kitchen appliances. As long as its stainless steel it doesn't matter who made it...
The whole line of reasoning to me is just like how people buy modern kitchen appliances. As long as its stainless steel it doesn't matter who made it...
I bought a brand new Speed Queen also, purchased last month. Model is AWN432, with the regular control knobs, which is what I wanted. (My last washer, Kenmore with the cork screw agitator, caught fire one night. It went into the spin mode and the tub froze up but the motor kept running and smoke was pouring out of it. Needless to say I was done with it. Fire alarms were going off in the house. Washer was only about 6 years old.)
I LOVE THE NEW SPEED QUEEN. I agree with most of the comments above. I'm glad to be rid of the neutral drain though, my whites are incredibly white now. Stains that I had given up on are gone, and I don't use Tide. It washes fast. 3 loads are done in about 2 hours, taking the last load of clothes out of the dryer. Gusherb hit the nail on the head, it's an incredible machine. I wish though, it was a little quieter but when its running it sounds like it means business, and it does!!! But since the cycle times are quick, it doesn't last long. I think I can get a big load done in about 24 minutes or so, normal cycle short wash. Hot water is HOT. I do wish the water would fill as I'm loading it though, but that is minor that you have to keep the lid down. It rinses amazingly well, even without the 2nd rinse option, providing you don't dump a ton of soap in it. (Speed Queen recommends using HE detergents, but most detergents now come only in HE anyway so that's not an issue.) The 210 arc agitation is the best.
Again, I can't believe how clean my clothes look. Best washer our family has EVER had, HANDS DOWN.
I paid $919.04 with tax PLUS a delivery charge $79.56 in that I lived outside the delivery area. When they hauled off the Kenmore I did the Snoopy Happy Dance. I don't look at it as an expense, I see it as an investment. The salesman told me it would probably, in all likelihood, be the last machine I'll buy. Oh and the warranty is included in the price, and its very good.
We took a friend of ours with us when I bought it and she was so impressed with it she bought both the washer and dryer. So the independent dealer made quite a haul when we walked in.
I care for an elderly parent, so water usage and quick cycle times are very important to me. I don't have 2 hours per load for a front loader that uses 9 gallons total water for a cycle, sorry that isn't happening. I like to get done and have some, at least a little, free time at the end of the day, and I also work full time. The salesman said it uses the water, and HOW!!! He also said these were the last that they were manufacturing, and didn't plan on restocking anymore so I felt most lucky and fortunate that the Kenmore died when it did, no tears here.
All in all, the salesman said "its the Mercedes Benz of washers" and I believe it is. I'm SOLD.
Barry
I LOVE THE NEW SPEED QUEEN. I agree with most of the comments above. I'm glad to be rid of the neutral drain though, my whites are incredibly white now. Stains that I had given up on are gone, and I don't use Tide. It washes fast. 3 loads are done in about 2 hours, taking the last load of clothes out of the dryer. Gusherb hit the nail on the head, it's an incredible machine. I wish though, it was a little quieter but when its running it sounds like it means business, and it does!!! But since the cycle times are quick, it doesn't last long. I think I can get a big load done in about 24 minutes or so, normal cycle short wash. Hot water is HOT. I do wish the water would fill as I'm loading it though, but that is minor that you have to keep the lid down. It rinses amazingly well, even without the 2nd rinse option, providing you don't dump a ton of soap in it. (Speed Queen recommends using HE detergents, but most detergents now come only in HE anyway so that's not an issue.) The 210 arc agitation is the best.
Again, I can't believe how clean my clothes look. Best washer our family has EVER had, HANDS DOWN.
I paid $919.04 with tax PLUS a delivery charge $79.56 in that I lived outside the delivery area. When they hauled off the Kenmore I did the Snoopy Happy Dance. I don't look at it as an expense, I see it as an investment. The salesman told me it would probably, in all likelihood, be the last machine I'll buy. Oh and the warranty is included in the price, and its very good.
We took a friend of ours with us when I bought it and she was so impressed with it she bought both the washer and dryer. So the independent dealer made quite a haul when we walked in.
I care for an elderly parent, so water usage and quick cycle times are very important to me. I don't have 2 hours per load for a front loader that uses 9 gallons total water for a cycle, sorry that isn't happening. I like to get done and have some, at least a little, free time at the end of the day, and I also work full time. The salesman said it uses the water, and HOW!!! He also said these were the last that they were manufacturing, and didn't plan on restocking anymore so I felt most lucky and fortunate that the Kenmore died when it did, no tears here.
All in all, the salesman said "its the Mercedes Benz of washers" and I believe it is. I'm SOLD.
Barry
mrb627
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Water Usage
Is probably on par with your old Kenmore, so I wouldn't be concerned with that at all.
Malcolm
Is probably on par with your old Kenmore, so I wouldn't be concerned with that at all.
Malcolm
TulsaTwinmom
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Bypass lid switch AWNE92
Hello, I just bought the new electronic control panel 9 cycle unit, AWNE92, and thanks to this website was able to do the clothespin trick to keep the lid open during fill. So simple - thanks!
One thing I'll note, is I thought I'd read or was told by the salesperson that the ECO cycle is completely cold water. In actuality, it appears to start off as warm, and then switches to just cold, so I guess the end result is a "cool" wash.
Hello, I just bought the new electronic control panel 9 cycle unit, AWNE92, and thanks to this website was able to do the clothespin trick to keep the lid open during fill. So simple - thanks!
One thing I'll note, is I thought I'd read or was told by the salesperson that the ECO cycle is completely cold water. In actuality, it appears to start off as warm, and then switches to just cold, so I guess the end result is a "cool" wash.
gusherb
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That plastic cover around the capacitor on the left of the motor has caused some buzzing sounds partway through the wash cycle and partway into the spin cycle. I've also had a funny knocking sort of sound in low speed spin with a full load. Not sure what the latter one is nor do I know if I should be alarmed or not, it has only done it maybe twice when filled to the top and packed with clothes (not overloaded, still room for turnover)
Outside of some mostly superficial noises I'm still very happy with my SQ.
That plastic cover around the capacitor on the left of the motor has caused some buzzing sounds partway through the wash cycle and partway into the spin cycle. I've also had a funny knocking sort of sound in low speed spin with a full load. Not sure what the latter one is nor do I know if I should be alarmed or not, it has only done it maybe twice when filled to the top and packed with clothes (not overloaded, still room for turnover)
Outside of some mostly superficial noises I'm still very happy with my SQ.
twinniefan
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Beautiful machine
Congratulations, that is a fine looking, well made machine, hope it exceeds your expectations.
We can buy them here in Australia too, however at around $2,300 AU dollars,they really are cost prohibitive for most people I'm afraid,.
Most people I know would baulk at paying that much for a washer,mind you they would not think that if it lasted 15-20 years then it would actually pay for itself over a lifetime.
Happy Washing.
Steve.
Congratulations, that is a fine looking, well made machine, hope it exceeds your expectations.
We can buy them here in Australia too, however at around $2,300 AU dollars,they really are cost prohibitive for most people I'm afraid,.
Most people I know would baulk at paying that much for a washer,mind you they would not think that if it lasted 15-20 years then it would actually pay for itself over a lifetime.
Happy Washing.
Steve.
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I bought the awn432 on 3/31/15. I had a GE Adora that was only about 2 1/2 years old and the bearing and transmission went out. My husband said for me to get what I wanted. After tons of research including reading posts here and reading other forums and watching every video I could find on Youtube, I decided on Speed Queen. I love it. I bought it knowing there were things some people didn't like (water usage and no high speed spin for instance). The only thing I liked about the GE was the high speed spin so I am learning to do without that. My husband did the clothespin thing and I'm glad he did. I have had to adjust my detergent. I watch to make sure I have put enough detergent in (I have to use less in this machine). The GE just barely agitated so I was using more detergent and only getting a few sudsy bubbles. Anyway, I love it. It reminds me of the Maytag I had before I got the GE. May sound silly to some of you, but I love the sound the lid makes when I close it. No I don't slam it, but it makes the sound like the Maytag --- just sturdy I guess 
gusherb
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maylingsmom
I know what you mean, the lid has those nice rubber bumpers on it that makes a nice solid thunk off the sturdy steel cabinet.
I know what you mean, the lid has those nice rubber bumpers on it that makes a nice solid thunk off the sturdy steel cabinet.
Pre-Wash
Pre-Wash only adds 4 minutes to the cycle, according to the OP. After the 4-minute pre-wash, does the machine stop and wait for you to add detergent for the main wash cycle? Do you then press the green button on the right to begin the main wash?
Does anyone know how this compares with Pre-Wash on the knob-controlled SQ TL's? Do they also stop at the end of Pre-Wash? If so, how do you get them to proceed to the main wash?
(This is one of my considerations in deciding between the knob and electronic versions.)
Thanks!
Pre-Wash only adds 4 minutes to the cycle, according to the OP. After the 4-minute pre-wash, does the machine stop and wait for you to add detergent for the main wash cycle? Do you then press the green button on the right to begin the main wash?
Does anyone know how this compares with Pre-Wash on the knob-controlled SQ TL's? Do they also stop at the end of Pre-Wash? If so, how do you get them to proceed to the main wash?
(This is one of my considerations in deciding between the knob and electronic versions.)
Thanks!
On the AWN542 they tell you to add detergent to the fabric softener dispenser (liquid). Although I've never done that and if I did I would only use a full tub of water to thoroughly clean the inside of the agitator. After the cycle completes they recommend cleaning the fabric softener dispenser completely.
What I liked about older belt drive Whirlpools is that the super wash did a partial drain before proceeding to the main wash. They recommended (IIRC) 1.5X the amount of detergent used at the beginning of the cycle. That won't work with the speedqueen because they do a full drain. :-(
What I liked about older belt drive Whirlpools is that the super wash did a partial drain before proceeding to the main wash. They recommended (IIRC) 1.5X the amount of detergent used at the beginning of the cycle. That won't work with the speedqueen because they do a full drain. :-(
gusherb
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On the AWNE82 Prewash will advance to the main wash cycle as well, UNLESS you select a spin-only with a prewash.
Actually that hadn't occurred to me how that cycle selection would be useful until this writing, realizing the usefulness in having the washer stop so you can put the detergent in (and not have to stand there watching, waiting to add it)
Actually that hadn't occurred to me how that cycle selection would be useful until this writing, realizing the usefulness in having the washer stop so you can put the detergent in (and not have to stand there watching, waiting to add it)
@gusherb: That's a great solution! Does it actually work? It seems counter-intuitive that you can add Prewash to a Spin-only cycle.
@mtn1584 and Imperial70: The Soak cycle on your machines, absent from the 82, seems to do what I had in mind — after agitation, soak and spin, the Soak cycle completely terminates so you can add a 2nd dose of detergent and then start your desired main wash cycle.
@mtn1584 and Imperial70: The Soak cycle on your machines, absent from the 82, seems to do what I had in mind — after agitation, soak and spin, the Soak cycle completely terminates so you can add a 2nd dose of detergent and then start your desired main wash cycle.
Love my SQ
Go online and read customer reviews of these washers on ANY website they are overwhelmingly 4 to 5 star reviews. I bought mine six years ago, bought one for my mom, and my brother bought a set too. All the AWN 542 with matching dryer!
Go online and read customer reviews of these washers on ANY website they are overwhelmingly 4 to 5 star reviews. I bought mine six years ago, bought one for my mom, and my brother bought a set too. All the AWN 542 with matching dryer!
gusherb
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Yes it does. Whatever cycle combination the control panel allows you to select is exactly what you get. There is absolutely no trickery in the programming with these machines.
Yes it does. Whatever cycle combination the control panel allows you to select is exactly what you get. There is absolutely no trickery in the programming with these machines.
Welcome to the Familly!!
I am so happy to see you invested in a Speed Queen.
Truly the best modern washer in existence. Ive had a mechanical AWN412 Speed Queen for about 2 years now, best decision I ever made. My only regrets is not buying one earlier.
I am not to thrilled about what looks like 2 separate circuit boards, or electronic controls, but knowing Speed Queen I think it will be as dependable as most other electro mechanical models.
I also want to ask, can the water level be adjusted? I personally think Speed Queen should have gone with a pressure switch that could be adjusted via screw. Can the transducer be adjusted?
I am so happy to see you invested in a Speed Queen.
Truly the best modern washer in existence. Ive had a mechanical AWN412 Speed Queen for about 2 years now, best decision I ever made. My only regrets is not buying one earlier.I am not to thrilled about what looks like 2 separate circuit boards, or electronic controls, but knowing Speed Queen I think it will be as dependable as most other electro mechanical models.
I also want to ask, can the water level be adjusted? I personally think Speed Queen should have gone with a pressure switch that could be adjusted via screw. Can the transducer be adjusted?
LOUD Pumping (Draining)
Thanks to Gusherb and the other valuable contributors here, I took delivery of a AWNE92 on Friday.
I suspect I have a defect, and I'd appreciate some feedback:
Whenever it is pumping (draining), it makes a loud, deep (low pitch) sound like a stalled motor. However, it actually is pumping out the water at a fast rate. The sound during pumping is at least twice as loud as the sound during any other activity, including spin. It agitates and spins normally, and spin is quite fast.
combo52 (reply #12 above) said the motor is under heavy load at the beginning of each drain operation because it also is spinning a full tub of water. However, listening to Gusherb's two videos, I don't think my machine is normal. Any comments?
(One user on the Consumer Reports website had an incorrectly installed lint filter, but I don't know whether that is in the pumping path, and that person didn't report any noise.)
Thanks to Gusherb and the other valuable contributors here, I took delivery of a AWNE92 on Friday.
I suspect I have a defect, and I'd appreciate some feedback:
Whenever it is pumping (draining), it makes a loud, deep (low pitch) sound like a stalled motor. However, it actually is pumping out the water at a fast rate. The sound during pumping is at least twice as loud as the sound during any other activity, including spin. It agitates and spins normally, and spin is quite fast.
combo52 (reply #12 above) said the motor is under heavy load at the beginning of each drain operation because it also is spinning a full tub of water. However, listening to Gusherb's two videos, I don't think my machine is normal. Any comments?
(One user on the Consumer Reports website had an incorrectly installed lint filter, but I don't know whether that is in the pumping path, and that person didn't report any noise.)
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