The Amana Washing Machine - Stylish Solutions for a Busy Lifestyle

The Amana washing machine was named after the founder of the Amana Corporation, George Foerstner, who was born in Amana, Iowa.

The business was owned by the Amana Society. At first it manufactured walk-in coolers and then in 1947, this company invented the first upright freezer for the home.

From that date, Amana has manufactured a variety of home appliances, including dishwashers, ovens, dryers, and the Amana washing machine.

On 2001, Maytag Corporation sold the appliances brand by Goodman, who owned it at the time. Maytag kept the brand name going and when they became a part of the Whirlpool Corporation in 2006, Maytag’s brands went with them, including the washing machine.

Whirlpool calls their Amana brand, ‘Amana, the practical style seeker’, because it offers a strong tradition with a contemporary design.

The brand was given a make-over in 2008, emerging as stylish and innovative, aimed at consumers who wish to express themselves in their own homes with stylish, timeless appliances.

The Whirlpool Corporation builds products that consumers require to meet their daily needs. This commitment to quality begins in the concept stages and continues throughout the lifetime of the appliance. The result of these efforts is a sustainable and competitive advantage for the company.

Committed to energy efficiency, the Whirlpool Corporation was the first appliance manufacturer to announce a greenhouse gas reduction schedule. They are constantly improving the energy and water requirements their washing machines need to function and this passes savings on to consumers.

Amana LWA50AW

The Amana LWA50AW, a super capacity, two speed, top loading model features Automatic Water Control. It will automatically provide the correct amount of water for efficient cleaning performance and conservation of water and energy. The amount of water used will vary with each load. Fill time will vary depending on water pressure.

Other features include:

Features of the Amana LWA50AW

Automatic Dispenser

The washer has separate compartments for dispensing detergent and color-safe bleach, chlorine bleach and fabric softener. All laundry additives are added to their respective compartments before starting the washer.

2 permanent press cycle

Normal and Light. Normal is a 9 minute agitation

11 cycles

Extra rinse for sensitive skins

Soak cycle for those heavy duty jobs

The consumer benefits from the above noted features by the saving of time, and money, reduction of ironing, and less loads due to large capacity tub. The Amana LWA50AW requires 215 kWh per year to run and costs $17 per year if used with an electric water heater and $11 if used with a gas water heater.

Amana NFW7200TW

The Amana NFW7200TW is a great example of development and innovation of Whirlpool’s washing machines.

A 27" Front-Load Washer with 3.5 cu. ft. capacity, this Amana has 8 wash cycles and Anti-microbial Component Protection as well as the following features.

Features of the Amana NFW7200TW

Anti-microbial Component Protection

Multiple Cycles

ENERGY STAR Qualified

Flexible Configuration

Super Capacity

Variable Water Levels

Automatic Temperature Control

Adjustable Soil Levels

SofSound III

Stainless Steel Wash Tub

Electronic Controls with Cycle Indicator Lights

Delay Wash Option

Delicates Cycle

Detergent, Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispensers

Electronic Controls with Cycle Indicator Lights

End-of-Cycle Signal

Extra Rinse Option

Handwash Cycle

Optional Storage Pedestal

Quick Wash Cycle

Reversible-Swing Door

Rinse and Spin Option

Spin Only Option

Super Wash Cycle

Wrinkle Control Cycle

This model also has the benefit of a Control Lock, a Spin Only setting for these hand wash days, and the washer controls can be locked to prevent use by children.

The makers of the Amana washing machine create features that you want, not ones you don’t. Simple to use, with straightforward instructions, Amana traditional washers offer stylish solutions that will fit your lifestyle.

From their anti-microbial component protection, to the wonderful choice of options offered, you can’t really go wrong with this sturdy, strong, but stylish machine.