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Congratulations on that outstanding find Gordon. My aunt had a 1973 60/600 that had the plastic console with the bump. While I did enjoy that washer, I am tempted now to take this picture to her and ask "WHAT WERE YOU THINKING??? YOU PASSED THIS UP???" Several times we have seen early 1970s models that were throw backs to models a few years before, but I don't think I have ever seen one model package about three different vintages...and do it as beautifully. Best of luck with it.

Kenmoreguy89: The model Kenmore in Halloween 6 is a 1972 Model 200 series washer. Gordon has this one in his collection as well and is pictured in his photo album. Funny thing is the one in the movie had a replacement agitator in it. The true agitator for this washer is a gold straight vane. The one in the movie showed a white Super Rotoswirl with the gold cap of the original.

Have a good one,
James
 
Timer pause during rinse fill

Mickeyd,

I think you're right about the purpose of the two-minute timer pause during the rinse fill. My grandparents had a horrible well when I was growing up. Their 1981 24-inch belt-drive Kenmore would fill to cover almost the entire bottom half of the Dual-Action agitator before the well pump would kick in and the water pressure would drop off to a trickle. Approximately 15 to 30 seconds later, the timer would advance and stop until the tub filled to the set water level. Thus, there was never a pause after the inlet valve shut off and agitation began. It would be interesting to see how this would work now that my grandparents have a new well.

Rob
 
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