Everything About Semi Automatic Washing Machines
What are Semi-Automatic washing machines?
Semi-Automatic washing machines are washing machines that
are not as efficient as fully automatic washing machines but far better than
regular washing machines. These washing machines are halfway between doing the
laundry by hand and having a machine that does the laundry for you without
stress.
Types
Semi automatics are mostly top loaders and there are two
types: single tub and twin tub semi
automatic washing machines. They both have their pros and but they function
almost the same way. A single tub semi-automatic has only one tub while a
twin-tub has two; one for washing and one for spinning.
Single Tub Semi Automatic Washing Machine
They have one tub and take less space. Washing and spinning
is done in one tub. And they are very easy to use.
Twin-Tub Semi Automatic Washing Machine
They have two tubs, one for washing and the other for
spinning. After washing is done in the washer tub, you'll have to transfer them
to the spinner tub.
Note That: the
power should be off before transferring the clothes because the presence of
water can allow for electric shock and we wouldn't want that.
Semi Automatic vs Fully Automatic
Pros
Affordable
Semi automatic washing machines are not as pricey as their
counterparts and they are perfect for any home. They are very convenient and
easy to use.
Water and energy efficient
With a semi automatic, you'll be able to feed in an adequate
amount of water for each cycle, this will prevent wastage of water. Also, they
don't use too much energy in washing or spinning so they're energy efficient as
well.
Control
Using a semi automatic washing machine is very convenient as
we the users are in full control because we can control the intake of water by
the machine, the type of cycle that be deem fit and we that's a big advantage.
Also, power outage is not a problem because we can start, pause and continue
the cycle whenever we want.
Economic
This type of washing machine is very economic. We can re-use
rinse water for another wash cycle and since we control of amount of water the
washing machine uses, water won't be wasted too much.
Cons
Every great technology has its pros or advantages and more
importantly, their cons. it is from their cons that we can decide if they are
worth investing in.
Less convenient
Semi automatic washing machines are not as ergonomic or
convenient as the fully automatics. Yes they do most of the work for us but we
still have to do some extra work (like transferring clothes between tubs) and also supervise them to make sure they
function properly.
Not as efficient
It's not like they're not efficient, they are. Afterall,
they do more work for us than other washing machines do. However, fully
automatics are much more efficient. Because they collect the necessary amount
of water and detergent, they therefore provide cleaner clothes. Since we
control the intake of water for semi automatics, sometimes we might not put in
the right amount of water or detergent which would lead to them not being as
efficient as fully automatic washing machines.
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How To Use Semi Automatic Washing Machines?
They are very easy to use. For a single tub semi automatic,
fill the tub with water and start a wash cycle. After the cycle has ended,
drain the water and start the spinning cycle.
For a semi automatic with two tubs, after the wash cycle has ended,
transfer the clothes from the washer tub
to the spinner tub but make sure to switch off the power to avoid electric
shock.
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