1.2Construction

1.2.1Chassis - frame

•Mechanically soldered frame of hot de-scaled steel plating, protected against oxidation by phosphation, and covered with epoxy paint.

•Protection panels in stainless steel plating with 1.2 mm thickness.

•The design of the lower part of each tub port inhibits the laundry from slipping in- between the tub and the drum.

1.2.2Tub and drum

•The tub consists of a rolled stainless steel plate, closed at its extremities by 2 flanges, also stainless steel. The tub flanges are bolted to the tub and a seal assures waterproofing.

•The drum consists of a perforated and pressed stainless steel plate. The plate is then rolled and nested in two bead plates, also stainless steel. 4 beaters mounted peripherally around the interior allow the laundry to be stirred correctly. This assembly is held together by 4 tension rods that traverse the drum from one end to the other.

1.2.3Suspensions

The tub - drum assembly is suspended by four springs that are attached to the frame and held in place by eight stabilisators, thus absorbing all vibration.

1.2.4 Porthole

The large-size portholes are of stainless steel and equipped with SECURIT panes of tempered glass. Thus they permit a visual control of the washing operation.

1.2.5Bearings, transmission and motor

•The connecting rod bearings are waterproof and have a hardened steel base.

•The transmission consists of one belt, providing a driving mechanism without slippage.

•The asynchronous motor with variable frequency provides a gradual acceleration, without shocks, which avoids drawing a large current when initiating centrifugal motion.

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