A Washer that Mimics Washing by Hand

From Crave: The gadget blog:

So you want the convenience of an automatic washer, but you also want to feel like you're doing your part for the planet. Fisher & Paykel's Intuitive Eco may be for you. The machine's sensors monitor clothing movement and adjust the wash action and the water level to get your clothes cleaner with less water and energy. The bowl only fills with enough water to saturate clothes. That concentrated water and detergent solution is recirculated via a special pump system that lets the washer use only one-third of the hot water used in other models. Throughout the wash cycle, the sensors continue to adjust the agitator for gentle or more intense movement, mimicking hand washing, and allowing the machine to change the water levels and temperature as needed, which, according to the company, dramatically reduces water usage.

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