Washing machine activator type

Although automatic machines can be called now the most common option of washing machines, there are still people who, for one reason or another, can not install such devices at home. They are bailed out by Models of the activator type.

• An activator machine is often much cheaper than an automatic machine.
• The device does not need to be connected to a centralized water supply.
• The machine saves energy, especially if it is a simple machine with hot water in it right away.
• In such a machine, you can use detergents for hand washing, which also saves money.

• Because of the uncomplicated design, the breakdown of such a machine - a rarity.
• Machine activator type is convenient to use at the cottage.
• In such a machine, you can also save water by washing white clothes first, and then in the same water start washing dark things.
• You can stop the washing in such a machine at any time.
• When working, activator machines almost do not vibrate and wash quite quietly.

• During the washing in such a machine, more water and more detergents are consumed.
• To draw water into the machine, as well as to drain it from the machine is necessary manually. However, modern models have no such disadvantages.
• After washing, many machines require rinsing the laundry separately, so the housewife has to put more effort.
• Washing class in activator machines is much lower than in automatic machines.
• Sometimes the laundry tears in an activator type machine due to the fabric getting caught under the activator.
• An activator machine cannot be a built-in machine because it is loaded with laundry from above.

Activator machine compared to the automatic machine:

• Has less functionality. In such a machine, you can basically only wash laundry, and heating and spinning are presented only in some models.
• Washes faster. On average, a cycle of one wash takes about 10 minutes.
• Costs much cheaper.
• More reliable and less likely to break down.
• Does not allow you to rinse the laundry and use conditioner.
• Can not control the water temperature and spin speed.
• Does not need to be connected to the water supply, as well as to the sewerage system.

Standard machines, which belong to the activator type, are characterized by a fairly simple device. Their design has four main parts - a tank made of metal or plastic, supplemented by an electric motor, a timer and an activator. The latter is represented by a plastic circle, which have convexities (ribs), conditioning the movement of water inside the tank.

After loading the laundry into the tank and turning on the timer activator acts on the water, as a result of which the water together with the clothes begins to rotate in a certain direction. When the washing ends, the laundry is removed and rinsed separately or clean water is poured into the machine and the washing is started again. In machines with a centrifuge, the laundry is moved to it and the spin is performed.

Among activator machines are distinguished:

1. The simplest models, which were described above. They may have a manual wringer, represented by two rollers (wet laundry is inserted between them and rotated).

2. Models with wringing (semi-automatic machines). The main advantage of these activator machines is the ability to spin the laundry.

Models with heating. When using such devices it is not required to heat water separately, as the built-in heating element copes with this. Washing in such machines is more thorough than in units without heating.

4. Models with minimal dimensions. Such machines are called Malyutka for their small size. The capacity of such machines is up to 2 kilograms of laundry. Because of the ease of transportation, they are convenient for use at the cottage.

5. Bubble activator automatic machines. This is the most modern models of such equipment, which provides different modes of operation, including washing wool and delicate fabrics. Water in these machines is drawn in, heated and drained, and rinsing in such machines is represented by the air-bubble process.

You can learn more about activator-type bubble machines by watching this video:

In some activator-type machines, there is such an extension of their functionality as spinning. It is a centrifuge, which is often located next to the washing tank in the same housing. Washing in such activator machines is done the following way:

1. The laundry is put into the activator tank, where the main washing takes place.
2. The laundry is rinsed in a separate container, for example, in a tub filled with water, a basin or under running water from the tap.
3. The laundry is loaded into a centrifuge for spinning.

Although this washing process involves manual labor, the presence of spinning is considered a plus, because it is not possible to spin the laundry almost dry, and the centrifuge does this quite well.

A typical representative of the activator-type washing machines with the spin function is the Saturn ST-WK7618, whose capabilities are demonstrated in the following video.

One of the most common models of activator machines is Feya. It is a semi-automatic machine, which has a centrifuge. The assortment of Feya machines is represented by quite a large choice (at least 12 models). The difference between them lies in the recommended loading volume, the size of the machine, the power of operation during washing and spinning, the presence of a drain pump, the color of the body. In these machines you can wash 2-3 kg of laundry, and the spin speed in many of them is 1320 revolutions.

Consumers can also use automatic Feya machines (MCMA-19GP and MCMA-21G), which wash 1.2-2.2 kilograms of laundry. These machines have 4-6 washing modes, and the spin speed is 850 rpm. The control in these machines is mechanical.

Other popular activator-type machines are:

• Malyutka. Its main advantages are small size and light weight. In such a machine it is convenient to quickly wash a few dirty clothes. It is often bought for dacha. In the tank of Malyutka washed 1-2 kg of laundry. The machine has a hose that helps to drain the waste water. The spin in Malyutka in most cases is absent.
• Renova WS 50. Representative of semi-automatic activator machines, in which there is a centrifuge. In such a machine can wash up to 5 kg of laundry at once. The clothes are wrung out at a speed of 1350 revolutions. In the complete set there are hoses for water intake, as well as for drainage. Management in such a machine is mechanical.
• Oka-100. Another semi-automatic machine, which has a centrifuge. The machine offers washing in two modes - normal and delicate. Also, forced drain is available in the model.
• Snow White XPB30-2000S. Inexpensive model with mechanical control, in which you can wash 3 kg of laundry.
• Assol XPB30-148S. In such a machine, without spinning, you can wash up to 3 kg of clothes at a time. The duration of one wash is 15 minutes. This machine weighs 7 kg, so it is easy to transport.
• EVGO. Activator type machines of this manufacturer are represented by automatic models with different loading volumes - from 3.2 to 7 kg. In models with an average load (5.5 kg), there is a fuzzy logic function to save energy and water. The main advantages of EVGO machines are easy operation and good washing quality.
• Whirlpool Vantage. An automatic machine, the advantages of which are touch control, wide functionality and high washing quality.

The cost of activator-type machines is much lower than many machines with a drum. The cheapest activator machines are Malyutka models. They can be purchased for 1500-3000 rubles. Feya machines are a little more expensive, their average cost is 3,500-4,800 rubles. The most expensive among activator machines are automatic models. Their price can exceed 100 thousand rubles.

Activator machines do not have many fans, but the owners of such devices are often satisfied with the acquisition, noting the low cost, reliability of the machine, fast and quite high-quality washing. A separate plus is called the small size and weight of the activator models, which are greatly appreciated by the owners of villas. Among the disadvantages many note the need to fill the water and spin laundry by hand. Also there are complaints about damage to delicate tissues in contact with the activator.

Due to the simplicity of design, the breakdown of the activator washing machine is usually associated with a timer or motor. It is extremely rare for an appliance with a plastic tank to have a cracked tank. Since there is no electronics in such devices, such machines break down less often.

Activator type machines are in demand:

• With a low income that does not allow to install a machine at home.
• Owners of apartments and houses where there is no plumbing or sewage system.
• For use in the country.
• Young families who live in a rented apartment.
• For young parents who want to quickly wash children's laundry.