Washing Machine, Simpson

c. 1945
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Overview

Green enamel finished top tub fixed to a green painted bottom skirt mounted on four legs fitted with castor wheels. The tub has a green painted pressed metal lid fitted. The washing agitator is three bladed and is made of black Bakelite. The machine is powered by a ¼ horsepower 240v electric motor. It has a black power cord and rubber waste water hose.
The wringer is driven by a vertical shaft, mounted externally on the side of the tub. The top wringer assembly can be rotated out of the way to gain free access to the tub.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-124-2023.11
Item type
Width
580 mm
Height or length
880 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Machine No. MG12193

Place made
Adelaide
Australia
Year
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