OO-W-00860E (GSA-FSS)
3.13.2 Type I, class 4. This automatic washing machine shall be a
continuous duty, self-service, laundry type. It shall be provided with
a push or pull start mechanism (or a blank slide box) , and shall
operate without the use of coins or slugs. A water temperature switch
providing for selection of hot wash, warm rinse; warm wash, warm or
cold rinse; cold wash, cold rinse; hot wash, cold wash, and cold rinse
shall be furnished. These controls shall be preset and without further
attention of the operator, shall cause water to be delivered at the
selected temperature, volume, and agitation for the proper time
duration to clean regular, delicate, and wash and wear or permanent
press fabrics. The timing mechanism shall be concealed so the operator
cannot manipulate it. Once a cycle has been started, it shall continue
unaltered for the duration of the cycle. This washer, after filling
the tub with water to the proper level, shall start and wash the rated
load. The washing and rinsing action shall cause an agitation of the
wash water and flexing of the clothes. After completion of the wash
phase, the clothes basket shall automatically empty the wash water and
refill with rinse water and then go into the rinsing phase. At the end
of this phase, the clothes basket shall automatically empty the rinse
water and commence spinning the clothes to a damp-dry state. At the
completion of the spin-dry, the washer shall shut off automatically and
the clothes shall be washed and cleaned, ready for removal by the
operator. Leveling legs or other commercially used means for leveling
this washer shall be provided. This washer may be of the agitator type
or utilize a similar mixing device which meets the requirements of this
specification. An agitator, if used, shall be attached with a cap
requiring the use of special tools for removal to preclude easy removal
or loosening. The agitator drive shaft bushing shall be fabricated
from nylon or brass material. The operational cycle shall provide at
least one wash and two rinses. When specified (see 6.2), this washer
shall be the coin-operated type and shall be furnished with a
coin-mechanism coin box and key. Also when specified (see 6.2),
additional controls for two or three water levels shall be provided.
3.13.2.1 Cabinet. This washer's cabinet top and cover shall be
made of heavy gage steel with a porcelain enamel finish in accordance
with the requirements of 3.4.1. The cabinet front and side panels
shall be made of steel. The rear panel may be steel or any other
material which meets the requirements of the appropriate UL standard.
Excluding the trim, exterior visible surfaces shall be finished with
white acrylic or polyester finish in accordance with the manufacturer's
standard commercial practice. Front, top or rear panels shall be
removable for servicing of the washer.
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