Hotpoint Washing Machine

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Hotpoint washing machine and wringer, model A.E.1
Manufacturer Hotpoint
Production years c.1950
Production location (unknown)

Hotpoint washing machine and wringer, model A.E.1, c.1950

Most early washing machines had no spin function, and so needed a traditional wringer or ‘mangle’ to squeeze out water at the end of the wash.

[edit] How it works

The clothes are agitated in a bin full of soapy water. At the end of the wash the clothes are rinsed in clean water and then squeezed dry through the rollers of the wringer.

[edit] Memories


yes i rememer. ihave one at home

[edit] In the Science Museum

Source: G H Morris. Inv: No: 1973-305, 1973-319

Dan Dare & the Birth of Hi-Tech BritainThis object is currently on display in the Dan Dare & the Birth of Hi-Tech Britain exhibition at the Science Museum, London.
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