mrb627
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Washer Interior
5400+ teenie tiny holes.
Malcolm
5400+ teenie tiny holes.
Malcolm
Speed Queen Washers (current models)
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vacfanatic
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Thanks!
Very nice machines! I'm sure these will give you many entertainment hours sitting in front of the new set. I'm sure I'm not the only one who spends at least an hour or two a week watching the washer / dryer LOL.
Andrew
Very nice machines! I'm sure these will give you many entertainment hours sitting in front of the new set. I'm sure I'm not the only one who spends at least an hour or two a week watching the washer / dryer LOL.
Andrew
mrb627
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Not Alone.
No, Andrew. You are not alone. I think washing the washing machine relaxes you and lowers your blood pressure. A lot like having a fish tank, but all you have to feed it is dirty laundry...
Malcolm
No, Andrew. You are not alone. I think washing the washing machine relaxes you and lowers your blood pressure. A lot like having a fish tank, but all you have to feed it is dirty laundry...
Malcolm
mrb627
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Video
Here is a video:
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Here is a video:
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Watching the washer...
..it IS relaxing! Going to the laundromat on a busy day is sensory overload.
I go once a month for the king comforter...all those shiney new Speed Queens whirling away!
Malcom, for the timer knobs on the washer - is it a racheting timer type, or flip to position type. The dryer looks just like my knob, the ratcheting type. The guy at SQ HQ said the dryer knob will turn in reverse, but to NOT do that.
..it IS relaxing! Going to the laundromat on a busy day is sensory overload.
I go once a month for the king comforter...all those shiney new Speed Queens whirling away!Malcom, for the timer knobs on the washer - is it a racheting timer type, or flip to position type. The dryer looks just like my knob, the ratcheting type. The guy at SQ HQ said the dryer knob will turn in reverse, but to NOT do that.
**DROOL!!!**
WOW!!! Those machines are GORGEOUS!!!! Congrats on the purchase!!! How hot is the hot setting?
WOW!!! Those machines are GORGEOUS!!!! Congrats on the purchase!!! How hot is the hot setting?
Very nice!
Very industrial and manly machines!
Will you make a fully loaded video of the wash and spin cycle please?
Very industrial and manly machines!
Will you make a fully loaded video of the wash and spin cycle please?
mrb627
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Washer Timer
The washing machine's timer is a flip to position switch like the water temperature selector.
The Hot wash is TAP HOT. No dumbed down temps here.
I will try to make a full cycle video but my internet connection throttles my upload speed and makes it virtually impossible to get a large video uploaded in a timely manner.
Malcolm
The washing machine's timer is a flip to position switch like the water temperature selector.
The Hot wash is TAP HOT. No dumbed down temps here.
I will try to make a full cycle video but my internet connection throttles my upload speed and makes it virtually impossible to get a large video uploaded in a timely manner.
Malcolm
I do understand that......
Cutting and pasting is a work of labor of love!
Cutting and pasting is a work of labor of love!
mrb627
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Video Attempts
I just had a second video attempt fail to upload. It was a short video of washing action with a load of clothes. I am trying to upload a second time. We will see if this one works.
Malcolm
I just had a second video attempt fail to upload. It was a short video of washing action with a load of clothes. I am trying to upload a second time. We will see if this one works.
Malcolm
mrb627
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Another Short Washing Video
Here is another control tour and short wash.
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Here is another control tour and short wash.
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norfolksouthern
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That action looks far better than that Whirlpool Duet rental I've been experimenting with. I am wondering how well this machine ramps on to spin speed, and how long it holds. Perhaps I should just use my top loaders for now, and save up for one of these later. The local Speed Queen dealer in my area carries both top, and front loaders. I would most likely get the standard front loader with the back control panel.
NorfolkSouthern
NorfolkSouthern
Very Well Done!
Indeed!
Such beautiful machines! Congrats all round.
Love the look of the new SQ "Imperial" series, but while browsing the owner's manual for the washing machines, cannot get over the lack of user controls.
For instance according to the manual, bulky items such as blankets and duvets should be washed on "Delicate Cycle". Am wondering why, but SQ goes on to say because of the amount of water such things absorb it is better they spin on a lower speed. This boggles my mind as I always do my duvets and such on "normal" and spin at 1100rpms in the Miele.
Like the "Boosted Hot" feature, but still no pre-wash or soak cycle. One could work around this suppose by starting a wash cycle, letting it get on a bit, then drain, perhaps short spin, then reset again for a normal wash cycle.
On front loaders with no or weak heating power, like to run a warm or cool pre-wash first, then can go straight to a tap hot wash. Water from our taps comes out at >120F (higher during the colder months when the boiler is on), so that should give good results.
Other than a these and a few other minor quibbles, really like the SQ washers. Though at almost 2K, would probably go for a large Miele instead, just to get more control over cycles. Still if one appeared on eBay or CL for a good price, *might* take a whack at it.
Have a blast with your machines!
L.
Indeed!
Such beautiful machines! Congrats all round.
Love the look of the new SQ "Imperial" series, but while browsing the owner's manual for the washing machines, cannot get over the lack of user controls.
For instance according to the manual, bulky items such as blankets and duvets should be washed on "Delicate Cycle". Am wondering why, but SQ goes on to say because of the amount of water such things absorb it is better they spin on a lower speed. This boggles my mind as I always do my duvets and such on "normal" and spin at 1100rpms in the Miele.
Like the "Boosted Hot" feature, but still no pre-wash or soak cycle. One could work around this suppose by starting a wash cycle, letting it get on a bit, then drain, perhaps short spin, then reset again for a normal wash cycle.
On front loaders with no or weak heating power, like to run a warm or cool pre-wash first, then can go straight to a tap hot wash. Water from our taps comes out at >120F (higher during the colder months when the boiler is on), so that should give good results.
Other than a these and a few other minor quibbles, really like the SQ washers. Though at almost 2K, would probably go for a large Miele instead, just to get more control over cycles. Still if one appeared on eBay or CL for a good price, *might* take a whack at it.
Have a blast with your machines!
L.
mrb627
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An Outlet Center
Laundress,
There is an Outlet Center nearby that specializes in selling machines that come off of government contracts and the like. I first saw the Speed Queen washer with the rear control panel there. The owner/operator of the outlet was kind enough to hook one of these machines up and run it through a cycle for me. I was amazed by how quiet they ran for a "Commercial" machine. I wouldn't think they would care too much for noise level in a coin-op environment.
The outlet had a football field sized warehouse out back full of these machines plus the Whirlpool Resource Saver machines. The SQ machines had come back from a military installation in Georgia. They were asking 300 for the washer and 550 for a matched set. At the time, I had my heart set on having the Boosted Hot option, so no sale.
With the Imperial Machine, I just set it for a Hot Wash and start it. After it has filled, I let it tumble for about a minute then switch to spin only and pump the water out (I might let it do a single pulse spin). Then, I switch it back to the cycle and repeat the fill. This tempers the load and the interior of the machine to give a pretty hot wash. It also helps to flush loose soil from the clothes and machine.
The wash action, which reminds me of an older Dexter, is splashy because the stainless baffles that are molded to the tub are kind of a-frame shaped and run the length front to back of the drum. The a-frame shape of the baffle tends to launch water into the air with the clothes as the tub revolves. I also noticed that the clothes dont just roll around on each other, they are lifted and dropped.
At the end of the wash phaze, the pump out engages and the tub enters load distribution. While slowly revolving with the load balanced, the 25 second spray rinse is activated. The nozzle above the door sprays a fine spray in a fan like pattern back into the drum. The spray is an amazing suds killer.
The extract is generally a four shot pulse spin. The load does not stop and redistribute after each pulse but rather slows down to distribution speed, which I would guess is between 80 and 100 rpms. The pulse spins come and go rather quickly and by the last one, the surge of water being flushed away is practically non-existant.
Then, the first of three deep rinses begins. Bleach injection occurs in the first rinse. Each deep rinse is a brief 60 seconds. Then pump out and distribution repeats.
Rinsing is quick and effective. ( They don't call them Speed Queens for nothing )
I like that once the load is distributed and pulse spins begin, redistribution does not repeat. Saving time. They sure are a well thought out design.
Laundress,
There is an Outlet Center nearby that specializes in selling machines that come off of government contracts and the like. I first saw the Speed Queen washer with the rear control panel there. The owner/operator of the outlet was kind enough to hook one of these machines up and run it through a cycle for me. I was amazed by how quiet they ran for a "Commercial" machine. I wouldn't think they would care too much for noise level in a coin-op environment.
The outlet had a football field sized warehouse out back full of these machines plus the Whirlpool Resource Saver machines. The SQ machines had come back from a military installation in Georgia. They were asking 300 for the washer and 550 for a matched set. At the time, I had my heart set on having the Boosted Hot option, so no sale.
With the Imperial Machine, I just set it for a Hot Wash and start it. After it has filled, I let it tumble for about a minute then switch to spin only and pump the water out (I might let it do a single pulse spin). Then, I switch it back to the cycle and repeat the fill. This tempers the load and the interior of the machine to give a pretty hot wash. It also helps to flush loose soil from the clothes and machine.
The wash action, which reminds me of an older Dexter, is splashy because the stainless baffles that are molded to the tub are kind of a-frame shaped and run the length front to back of the drum. The a-frame shape of the baffle tends to launch water into the air with the clothes as the tub revolves. I also noticed that the clothes dont just roll around on each other, they are lifted and dropped.
At the end of the wash phaze, the pump out engages and the tub enters load distribution. While slowly revolving with the load balanced, the 25 second spray rinse is activated. The nozzle above the door sprays a fine spray in a fan like pattern back into the drum. The spray is an amazing suds killer.
The extract is generally a four shot pulse spin. The load does not stop and redistribute after each pulse but rather slows down to distribution speed, which I would guess is between 80 and 100 rpms. The pulse spins come and go rather quickly and by the last one, the surge of water being flushed away is practically non-existant.
Then, the first of three deep rinses begins. Bleach injection occurs in the first rinse. Each deep rinse is a brief 60 seconds. Then pump out and distribution repeats.
Rinsing is quick and effective. ( They don't call them Speed Queens for nothing )
I like that once the load is distributed and pulse spins begin, redistribution does not repeat. Saving time. They sure are a well thought out design.
Speed Queen IS the name...
...and I agree...even the TL is very effective and efficient at a 30-35 minute cycle. Never been disappointed in cleaning results. Very, what's the word...dutiful in it's work. Get's the job done quickly in the simpliest form possible.
As English philosopher William of Occam said "Entities should not be multiplied unnecessarily." - meaning that the process should be reduced to the fewest number of steps that produce the best results.
...and I agree...even the TL is very effective and efficient at a 30-35 minute cycle. Never been disappointed in cleaning results. Very, what's the word...dutiful in it's work. Get's the job done quickly in the simpliest form possible.
As English philosopher William of Occam said "Entities should not be multiplied unnecessarily." - meaning that the process should be reduced to the fewest number of steps that produce the best results.
aldspinboy
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Malcolm the speed qween pair looks fantastic i no you will enjoy them.
Darren k.
Darren k.
mark_wpduet
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Malcolm
So you're happy with the amount of water these use after watching a few loads? It looks like a good amount of water. I like that the baffles are larger and the tub isn't tilted! These machines will last a LONG time!
So you're happy with the amount of water these use after watching a few loads? It looks like a good amount of water. I like that the baffles are larger and the tub isn't tilted! These machines will last a LONG time!
easyspindry
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Way to go Malcolm . . .
I have read the entire posting about the Speed Queen Imperials and am greatly intrigued by your comments. The machines look great and appear to wash well.
I wonder what the rpm is on the spin.
I had a Duet set with the water heater. I used the heater once just to see what it would do. I don't really see the need for a water heater -- especially if it's out of stock.
You made a great choice and I know you will be happy with the set.
Good luck.
Jerry Gay
I have read the entire posting about the Speed Queen Imperials and am greatly intrigued by your comments. The machines look great and appear to wash well.
I wonder what the rpm is on the spin.
I had a Duet set with the water heater. I used the heater once just to see what it would do. I don't really see the need for a water heater -- especially if it's out of stock.
You made a great choice and I know you will be happy with the set.
Good luck.
Jerry Gay
mrb627
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Speed Queen Progress
I just finished filming a full cycle in the washer. Eight white bath towels. You will see there is plenty of room left in the machine for additional items. It's bigger than it looks. I do think having the tub on a true horizontal axis improves cleaning ability as well as capacity.
I will begin film editing here shortly. Unfortunately, I probably wont get to upload to youtube until I get into the office next week. The upload speed is unlimited there and will go much quicker than here at home.
Malcolm
I just finished filming a full cycle in the washer. Eight white bath towels. You will see there is plenty of room left in the machine for additional items. It's bigger than it looks. I do think having the tub on a true horizontal axis improves cleaning ability as well as capacity.
I will begin film editing here shortly. Unfortunately, I probably wont get to upload to youtube until I get into the office next week. The upload speed is unlimited there and will go much quicker than here at home.
Malcolm
Malcolm
Great looking and working machines. Most FL's have no drama. I like that you get some "suds and splash" effect with the Speed Queen unlike a lot of other Fl's. More fun to watch !
My Maytag Neptune also does not have a prewash setting.
What I do is use the Rinse and spin setting. I put regular laundry detergent in the detergent compartment and let it run. When finished I just refill the dispensers and reset the machine for the wash cycle I want. Works everytime.
Jim
Great looking and working machines. Most FL's have no drama. I like that you get some "suds and splash" effect with the Speed Queen unlike a lot of other Fl's. More fun to watch !
My Maytag Neptune also does not have a prewash setting.
What I do is use the Rinse and spin setting. I put regular laundry detergent in the detergent compartment and let it run. When finished I just refill the dispensers and reset the machine for the wash cycle I want. Works everytime.
Jim
