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RETAILOBSERVER.COM NOVEMBER 2016 24 refrigerators, complete with visi-shelving, frost-free operation and Energy Star efficiency. An optional BrewMaster draft beer system is available to turn a Northstar fridge into a custom kegerator. The custom, airbrushed refrigerators are available to customers with an expected approximate lead-time of 12-14 weeks. To learn more about Elmira Stove Works and its products, visit www.elmirastoveworks.com. WHIRLPOOL BRAND'S CLOSET DEPTH FRONT LOAD WASHER WITH VENTLESS HYBRIDCARE ™ DRYER HELP FAMILIES SAVE SPACE AND ENERGY Sleek design, ground-breaking technology gives homeowners and apartment dwellers new installation options Homeowners and apartment dwellers: rejoice. For families without a dedicated laundry area in their home and those strapped for space, the Closet Depth Front Load Washer and HybridCare ™ Heat Pump Dryer 1 offers flexible installation options. Equipped with the latest technological innovations and energy efficient capability, the washer and dryer pair is designed to fit seamlessly into more compact spaces and handle family-sized loads. "Every family and laundry room is unique. While some families have a designated laundry room others need every bit of storage, utility and flexibility they can get," said Chelsey Lindstrom, brand manager, Whirlpool brand. "With this is mind, we designed this washer and dryer pair to fit into busy lives and small spaces by allowing for laundry detergent storage they can fill and forget for up to 12 loads 2 worth of laundry, and for flexible installation options with a closet-depth design and ventless technology." Together, this laundry pair can fit in more places. Traditionally limited to locations with vent access, the HybridCare ™ Heat Pump dryer processes, dries and recycles the air in the drum so there is no need for a traditional output air vent. A leap in flexible design in the home, fabric care and efficiency, together the Whirlpool brand's latest laundry pair helps families save on energy and utility bills. Using up to 73 percent less energy with the Eco Dry setting, the dryer recycles energy, and helps conserve precious resources. 3 Whirlpool innovations are focused on thoughtful features that reflect the same type of consideration families put into caring for each other: • The Closet Depth Front Load washer is equipped with a Load & Go™ detergent system – which stores up to 12 loads worth of laundry detergent, so consumers don't have to worry about refilling for each load. And, every load gets just the right amount of detergent– no more guesswork. • The All-In-One Care™ system was created for those busy families who in the midst of the bedtime routine craze might forget that a gym uniform has to be done before school the next day. Enabled by the wash and dry cycle, families can wash and dry tomorrow's outfit without having to transfer wet clothes into the dryer4; that means every member of the family can catch up on sleep. With the FanFresh ® cycle with Dynamic Venting Technology®, clothes stay fresh and wrinkle free in the washer after the cycle ends, for up to 12 hours. Families can get a perfect clean and optimal clothing care with the TLC System: • The ColorLast™ cycle on the washer uses a precise combination of wash action, gentle temperatures and wash time so bright colors stay brighter, longer5. • Advanced Moisture Sensing with active built-in sensors helps prevent over-drying and fabric damage, so favorite pairs of jeans will get the perfect dry. For more information, go to www.whirlpool.com/duet. 1 Designed to fit a 33" closet depth 2 Based on an 8-lb load 3 Compared to pre-2004 traditional dryers, when paired with a matching washer, normal cycle, electric only 4 Based on a 2-lb load of lightweight fabrics, 12 hour cycle 5 Compared to our pre-2009 agitator washer I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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