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Staber Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tub capacity?

The tub capacity is 2 cu. ft., holding up to 16 standard bath towels (measuring 26" x 42"). This is due to being a top loading tumble action design; the entire tub space is usable. Most people will be able to wash up to 50% more laundry per load than they can in typical agitator washers--if they are not overloading their current machine.

How much water is used?

The Staber washer uses up to 16.5 gallons of water for a full load in the normal wash cycle, and up to 12 gallons total on the low water level setting.

What is the length of a wash cycle?

A normal wash cycle will be up to 32 minutes long plus fill and drain time, which will be partially dependent on water pressure. This includes a 15 minute wash, two 5 minute deep rinses, a 5 minute spin, and a final 2 minute fluff/index. Using pre-wash will add 5 minutes to the cycle time. Normal wash times can be set between 1 and 15 minutes.

What are the machine dimensions?

The Staber washer is 27" wide, 26" deep and 42" high at the back of the control panel where the knobs are. The vertical height of the lid is 55" when raised. These are similar dimensions as a standard top load agitator washer.

Do you have a matching dryer?

No. Any manufacturer's white-colored dryer would complement our washer. We recommend that the dryer have dampness sensing capability and not rely on time only to determine end of cycle.

Is there a water level control?

The Staber washer has a normal and low water level setting. The low setting fills to approximately a 4 gallon water level, while normal fills to approximately a 5 gallon water level for each fill.

How many different cycles are there?

There are 3 possible wash cycles: normal, permanent press, and delicate. The cycle selected controls several operating characteristics of the washer including wash RPM speed, frequency of reversal during wash, pause time between reversals, and final spin speeds.

How many water temperature selections are there?

The Staber washer has 3 wash temperature selections: hot, warm, and cold. All rinses are done in cold water for energy saving benefits.

Does the Staber have a built in heating element?

No.

How is service handled?

If required, service is one of the benefits of our Staber washer’s design. It is designed to be end user repairable, even if you are not ‘mechanically-inclined’. There is total front access to the parts, no transmission to worry about, and fewer overall moving parts. If a customer has a service question, they call us and tell us the symptom over the phone. We can either help them fix it immediately over the phone or if they need a part we send it via UPS. As long as a customer can use a screwdriver, we can help them perform repair over the phone. We do not require authorized service people.

We can also work with any service company in your area as long as they contact us at 1-800-848-6200 between 8-4 EST Monday-Friday before troubleshooting machine.

How do I purchase a Staber washer?

You may contact Staber Industries at 1-800-848-6200 between 8-5 EST Mon.-Fri. or send e-mail to info@staber.com for ordering information. Most orders are shipped factory direct and freight collect from Groveport, Ohio, or there may be a dealer near you.

What are the approximate freight costs?

Freight costs will be determined by distance from our manufacturing/shipping facility located near Columbus, OH. Freight quotes can be provided based on a zip code if you send an e-mail to info@staber.com or if you call 1-800-848-6200. 

 

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