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2. Wig wag (washing machines) - Wikipedia

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   A vertical axis washing machine has two mechanisms: a central agitator for washing and a drum for spinning, both driven by the same motor and controlled independently by clutches to the belt drive. The wig-wag is mounted atop the washing machine's transmission, where it oscillates back and forth like a railroad signaling wigwag (hence the name ...

3. Agitator vs. Impeller: Which washer type is best? - AOL

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   A washing machine with an agitator feature one or two central posts which move around or back and forth, rubbing against clothes to break up stains. A washing machine with an impeller rotates the ...

4. Agitator (device) - Wikipedia

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   The Dual-action is a two-part agitator that has bottom washer fins that move back and forth and a spiral top that rotates clockwise to help guide the clothes to the bottom washer fins. The modern agitator, which is dual-action, was first made in Kenmore Appliances washing machines in the 1980s to present. These agitators are known by the ...

5. Washing machine - Wikipedia

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   A washing machine (laundry machine, clothes washer, washer, or simply wash) is a machine designed to launder clothing. Modern-day home appliances use electric power to automatically clean clothes. The term is mostly applied to machines that use water as opposed to dry cleaning (which uses alternative cleaning fluids and is performed by ...

6. 9 Things You Need to Stop Putting in Your Washing Machine ASAP

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   As mentioned earlier, certain fabrics — like leather — should steer clear of the washing machine. When exposed to a wash cycle or high heat, leather can crack, wrinkle or shrink.

7. These Washing Machines Cost Under $1,000 and Don’t ... - AOL

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   The top-load design has a 4.2-cubic-foot capacity that can hold up to 11 large bath towels per load, and it features a single-action agitator for thorough cleaning. This washing machine has a ...

8. Thor washing machine - Wikipedia

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   1920 advertisement for the Thor electric washing machine. The Thor washing machine was the first electric clothes washer sold commercially in the United States. Produced by the Chicago-based Hurley Electric Laundry Equipment Company, the 1907 Thor is believed to be the first electrically powered washer ever manufactured, crediting Hurley as the inventor of the first automatic washing machine.

9. How to clean your washing machine - AOL

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   If that isn't an option on your machine, select normal or heavy - ensuring you choose hot water. After the cycle ends, remove any remaining residue with a paper towel. Use one tab monthly (or ...