“Agitator? I asked if this machine has a center column agitator as the older models and older years' washing machines do. The big tall thing that takes up over 1 cu ft of space. I was given a gobbledook answer about it having an impellar plate. Answer my question - yes or no please. Does it have the agitator. If you want to then expand on your answer, fine. But how could you possibly expect me to know what the heck an impeller plate is, and that I would know whether or not that is a center column agitator as my 15 year old washer has.?”
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No Agitator in the middle, there is a plate at the bottom, (impeller plate) which is very low and covers the bottom of the washer and moves the clothes around to get them clean. It is NOT the center column like the old washers. I hope this helps!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hello Bernadette, No, this washer does not have a traditional agitator. An impeller is not the same as an agitator. An agitator vigorously twists and turns to move the wash load. It will remove dirt quickly but is also quite rough on clothes. An impeller looks like a small bump with ridges or vanes at the bottom of the wash tub. It is designed to create turbulence by rotating while the wash drum moves as well. This wash system will take longer to wash, is typically gentler on clothes and allows more clothes to be washed at one time. Top load washers with impellers will also be more energy efficient than models with a traditional agitator. We appreciate your interest in Whirlpool appliances! Thank you.
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