We are so accustomed to the existence of automatic washing machines that we can no longer imagine life without these unique helpers. And we managed to forget that there is another interesting device in the world - this is the Malyutka washing machine. It has an extremely simple design, but it can greatly facilitate the work of housewives.
Washing machine "Baby-2" also refers to small-sized washing machines. Enjoying a certain popularity among some consumers, the name "Baby" has become a household name for all small-sized devices of this class. Today, all washing machines with minimal dimensions and minimal functionality are called by this name. By the way, the principle of operation of the "Baby" is the basis for the principle of operation air bubble machines activator type.
But if "Baby" does not know how to do anything except how to perform the main wash cycle, then what is it for? Let's try to understand the purpose of this device, talk about the meaning of its existence, and also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the machine.
What is a washing machine "Baby"
Washing machine "Baby" refers to categories of activator devices. Its design is extremely simple, and the functionality is reduced to the main wash cycle.True, in the functionality there is often a reverse when the machine spins in the opposite direction. Controls the wash time with a simple mechanical timer.
Washing in the Malyutka washing machine is surprisingly simple - fill in water (cold or hot, of your choice), load the laundry and turn on the engine for one time or another.Pre-soaking is also present here - put the laundry in the tank and just let it stand so that the powder can be properly absorbed into the fabrics and dirt.
The operation of the "Baby" requires only water in the tank and electricity. Water supply is not needed - water is poured through the top loading hatch. No drain is needed either, as soapy water is poured out from here manually. Here we can see the solid efficiency of the machine, since nothing extra is needed for its operation..
Who needs such a washing machine? It will become indispensable for students living in a rented apartment or in a hostel - "Baby" will facilitate the work in everyday laundry. It can also be bought for a summer residence, where it is not possible to install a full-fledged automatic washing machine. There are also recommendations for buying "Baby" for young families who do not have their own housing - frequent moves to rented apartments with an automatic machine will be tiring.
In any case, the owners of Malyutka washing machines will be able to greatly facilitate their work and entrust at least part of the washing process to the equipment. For example, in such machines it is very convenient to wash children's things - you don’t have to wait until there are a lot of them.
The device and principle of operation of the baby
The device of the Malyutka washing machine is so simple that it resembles a bucket with a motor. It consists of the following parts:
- Laundry tank;
- Engine with activator;
- Control module.
There are no pumps, electronic modules, valves and other components here, and never have been. In fact, we have before us a reduced copy of the "adult" activator washing machine.
The principle of operation is simple - it is mechanized hand wash. The maximum that "Baby" can do is to pre-soak, wash the loaded laundry and rinse it. True, for rinsing you will need to change the water in the tank.As for the spin, it is carried out in manual mode - there are no centrifuges on board the device.
Advantages and disadvantages of this washing machine
The main advantages of the Malyutka washing machine are small dimensions and low weight. Depending on the model, it weighs a maximum of 10 kg and is easy to transport from place to place. But due to the small dimensions, the main drawback also follows - the tank capacity is too small. The maximum capacity of devices of this class is a maximum of 2 kg., in this washing machine you will not be able to wash a blanket or other large and heavy items.
But "Baby" is extremely economical. For one wash cycle, they use only a few liters of water and several tens of watts of electricity. It also saves time:
- 1 to 6 minutes for the main wash cycle;
- Quick rinse in the pelvis - 1-2 minutes;
- Manual spin - 1 minute.
That is, we spend a maximum of 10 minutes on a full washing cycle - and this is with manual spin and manual rinsing. If you need to wash small amounts of laundry often, then this machine is for you.
It should also be noted that "Baby" can wash any type of fabric. And she does it with the utmost care.
How much does it cost and where to buy a baby
Interested parties may ask, how much does the Malyutka washing machine cost? According to the information from the product catalogs, the cost of such machines is a maximum of 3-3.5 thousand rubles. You can buy them in many stores selling household appliances. It is also worth checking out offers from online stores.
Reviews about washing machines "Baby" are very different. Oddly enough, there are a lot of negatives - most people claim that such machines “tear everything in a row”. One can argue with this - if they really tore everything in a row, then they would not be on sale. As for the reviews that they lack spin and other functionality, they cause a stupor - what did buyers think before buying such a simple machine?
The lists of reviews also contain positive notes from those who know why Malyutka washing machines are needed. And they testify that "Babies" are indispensable helpers in many situations.
