In a recent survey conducted by Whirlpool, the consumers said that the dryer was the appliance that used the energy on day-to-day basis, second only to the refrigerator; unlike washers, there are no energy usage guidelines for the dryers, contributing to this perception. Whirlpool brand developed smart dryer technology to more effectively detect the moisture in clothes, avoiding over-drying and wasted time and energy.
According to other Whirlpool research, the number one unmet consumer concern in the laundry room is the sour smell in damp clothing that sat too long, stated Monica Teague, senior manager of public relations, Whirlpool brand. Knowing this, Whirlpool brand developed the TumbleFresh feature which brings the Wrinkle Shield tumbling concept out of the dryer and into the washer. Coupled with industry-leading energy and water efficiency, the new Duet pair makes sense for today’s consumer who is looking to get more done without sacrificing eco-efficiency.
For up to six hours after the wash cycle ends, the new TumbleFresh feature on the new duet washer tumbles clean clothes periodically. In doing so, clothes are loosened and freshened to minimize the potential for odor and wrinkles to set-in, as compared to clothes left stagnant for the same period of time. The washer also features a NightQuiet mode which even further reduces machine related sound when quiet is absolutely necessary, like during children’s naptime.
Together, the new duet washer and dryer are the brand’s most eco-friendly pair to-date. The new duet washer uses 74% less water and 80% less energy than a traditional top load washer. With spin speeds of up to 1,300 revolutions per minute in the washer and smart moisture sensors in the dryer, consumers can wash and dry a load from start to finish in just over 30 minutes, getting more done in less time.
