[Electronics-talk] washing machine

[Gerald Levy]

Good luck trying to find a washer that still has mechanical controls. 
Electronic controls became standard on even the cheapest models about ten 
years ago, and I am not aware of any current models that still have 
mechanical controls, although you might be able to find a low-end 
GE/Hotpoint, Maytag or Whirlpool model that still has them if you search 
hard enough online.  Most models have flat touchpads with digital displays 
like microwave ovens.  I suppose you can label the various buttons with 
tactile markers to more easily locate them, but there is no way to 
accurately determine the remaining washing time without using a talking 
countdown timer after you set the washer for a particular wash cycle.

Gerald


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ashley Bramlett" <bookwormahb at earthlink.net>
To: "Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances" 
<electronics-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 11:21 AM
Subject: [Electronics-talk] washing machine


> Hi all,
>
> I use an older model washer now which is simple with buttons and no 
> screen.
> You turn a knob to set the cycle such as normal wash and its marked so I 
> know where to turn it.
>
> However, it will not last forever.
>
> What simple washers are out there? Preferabily one with no screen although 
> I could probably use one with a screen if it does not have essential info.
> I do not, not, want to use a touch screen. I also have some vision so can 
> see simple things like colors of lights, so this may help.
>
> Thanks.
> Ashley
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