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Speed Queen Washers - Great for Tough Laundry Jobs

speed-queen-washersThe commercial grade Speed Queen washers are manufactured by Speed Queen of Ripon, Wisconsin in USA.

The brand is a subsidiary of the Alliance Laundry Systems. In 1922, the company was the first to produce Speed queen washing machines that had nickel-copper tubs.

It has a history of manufacturing shells and warship parts, during the Second World War to support the efforts of the war.

Those looking for Speed Queen washer parts and spares, can contact their seller as the parts come with long warranty.

Speed Queen appliances are also available over the Internet. Machine manuals can be downloaded from the company's official website.

Speed Queen Washing Machine Reviews:

With varied tub capacity, Speed Queen front load washers sport a wide selection of total 8 cycles, to cater to every laundry need. With its intensive fabric care and exhaustive washing cycles, the machines can handle anything from most soiled and play clothes to fine cotton and delicate silk clothes.


Speed Queen commercial washing machine demo

The top of the line Speed Queen commercial washers are designed for tough washes and high performance. The machine is powered with an induction motor of varied speed, along with a drive shaft, metal trunion and bearing.

The wash cylinders are extra large and made from stainless steel to avoid shortage of space and rusting. The outer tubs are made even stronger to withstand the water extraction at a high speed of 300 G-force. This reduces the drying time of even the largest loads of blankets and thickest towels.

The machines meet the Energy Star requirements, and are crafted so, to use lesser energy.

The prices of Speed Queen washing machines are highly variable. The average cost starts approximately from under $600 and rises as high as $2500 or more, depending on the model.

Common Features of Speed Queen Washers:

Though features and washing programs keep changing with the models, the core attributes of all models remain the same:


Speed Queen top loading washer demonstration

  • A standard size of 2.84 cu. ft. of washtub leaves a lot of room for heavier and larger clothes. Hence, depending on the tub capacity, users can load large bed spreads and curtains easily.
  • With an average spin speed as high as 1000rmp, washing is more effective. With higher speed of spinning, the water in the clothes gets shrugged off faster, which eventually helps in faster drying.
  • As the machines qualify the Energy Star, usage of energy goes down by 70%, as compared to other average washers. Due to fast drying, the energy consumed by the dryer is also low.
  • The motors inside the machines are controlled electrically. It is coupled by an out-of-balance logic that redistributes and manages unbalanced load uniformly, to provide unremitting wash cycles.
  • With an average dimension of 26X28X43”, the washers are available in mostly subtle shades.
  • Temperature of water can be both hot and warm, apart from being cold. The tubs are made of porcelain to withstand the water pressure and temperature.
  • An average Speed Queen machine uses 50% lesser water than in the conventional models of other brands.
  • The models are designed specially by maintaining energy efficiency guidelines as set by the Government of United States. This helps in preventing emission of greenhouse gas.
  • Unlike washing machines of other brands, Speed Queen washer repair parts come with a warranty on 3 to 5 years, and lifetime warranty for the steel washtubs and drain tubs.

speed-queen-commercial-washers Advantages and Strengths:

  1. Takes remarkably low usage of energy and water.
  2. Prolonged warranty on all the laundry equipments.
  3. High performing and durable machines

Disadvantages and Encountered Problems:

  1. The products are high on price, which is quite beyond the availability of many.
  2. Sometimes users complain about broken parts of the machines during heavy loads.

Recommended Best Speed Queen Washer to Buy:

speed-queen-washing-machineSpeed Queen AFN51F

is a standard unit for all types of users. Though, not the best of the lot, but it is definitely a good performing heavy duty industrial washer. This front loader Imperial Speed Queen washing machine flaunts useful user friendly controls and utility saving aspects.

Already famous for its durability, the brand has incorporated a 1HP motor and extra large 15.5 opening for easy loading. With 5499 cylinder holes withstanding water speed of 300 G-force, the machine includes fill hoses.

Pros and Cons: it has large tub volume of 3.3 cu. ft. and big door opening for easy loading of clothes. There has not been any notable bad reviews or negative consumer reports received as of the moment of this writing.

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Updated January 2011