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Post# 425319   3/28/2010 at 14:08 (5,136 days old) by gowest84 (Phoenix, AZ)        

I'm thinking about maybe getting this for my dad since he doesn't have a washer nor a real setup for a traditional washer and dryer.

Is this something I might pursue or would this be a lot of work for someone who's use to a regular machine.

I haven't inquired about it, but I thought I'd ask the experts.

Of course, if someone here really likes it, go for it.

Thanks.

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Post# 425323 , Reply# 1   3/28/2010 at 14:37 (5,136 days old) by Bernina (Chicago)        
I say skip it

 I'm not sure what you mean when you say your dad doesn't have "a real setup for a traditional washer and dryer"...

...but wringer washers need a water source, a drain to drain into, and one or two laundry sinks for rinsing the laundry.

Post# 425359 , Reply# 2   3/28/2010 at 18:33 (5,136 days old) by DanManTN (Tennessee)        

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If your dad is very elderly, I wouldn't recommend. These things were very tiring to use when I used one as a kid for a few months. Just lugging wet laundry is a workout and a half--then the skill to get larger garments through that ringer just right without popping it a 100 times.

Post# 425375 , Reply# 3   3/28/2010 at 20:37 (5,136 days old) by yogitunes (New Jersey)        

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places like Walmart.com have portable washers and dryers, even package deals, that would probably be a better option for your father, something that hooks up to the sink and easy to operate, and does a fair size load, and fits in tight spaces....give it a thought

Post# 425441 , Reply# 4   3/29/2010 at 03:29 (5,136 days old) by WHITEKINGD ()        

My first washer was a wringer Maytag. I lived in a studio apartment and didn't have hook ups for a standard machine. I got a hose and hooked it up to the sink to fill the machine. I hooked a hose to the elbow and drained the water into the toilet, then filled the machine again for the rinse. After wringing out the clean load, I used the rinse water for the next wash load. It worked great and saved a bunch of money at the laundromat. If he is willing and able to do that, it is an option. (it wasn't as bad as it sounds, although, I DO like to do laundry!)

Post# 425447 , Reply# 5   3/29/2010 at 03:51 (5,136 days old) by alr2903 (TN)        

I hope someone goes after it, SS tub. Great for washing throw rugs. I would vote with the majority about buying this for a senior adult, they are dangerous. alr2903

Post# 425650 , Reply# 6   3/29/2010 at 22:33 (5,135 days old) by dnastrau (Lords Valley, PA)        
Portable GE set

 Maybe these are worth a look. Too bad there aren't any pictures.

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