LG’S MEGA-CAPACITY FRONT-LOAD WASHING MACHINE WITH TURBOWASH™ TECHNOLOGY COMES TO CES 2013

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Jan. 08, 2013 08:57
LAS VEGAS--(Korea Newswire)--At the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), LG Electronics (LG) is proudly displaying its front-load washing machine featuring the industry’s largest capacity . Designed to save homeowners time and energy, the 5.1 cu.ft. capacity washer is capable of cleaning more clothes per load. It can even handle an entire king-sized bedding set - including the comforter - in a single wash.

According to a nationwide survey, women in the U.S. spend on average eight hours per week doing laundry. Unsurprisingly, 75 percent described the task as tedious and overly time-consuming. With its huge capacity and speedy cycles, LG’s Mega-Capacity TurboWash™ Front-Load Washer (Model WM8000) brings much needed balance to homeowners’ lives.

The WM8000 washing machine utilizes the power of LG’s TurboWash™ technology to produce an outstanding cleaning performance and save consumers a full 20 minutes per load . Equipped with the powerful and energy efficient Inverter Direct Drive motor, the innovative washing machine is sure to impress discerning American consumers. As proof of its eco-friendly credentials, LG’s washer carries the ENERGY STAR? “Most Efficient” rating from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

“We designed this machine specifically to meet consumer demand for a washing machine that can handle larger loads while offering shorter wash cycles and greater energy efficiency,” said Seong-jin Jo, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Home Appliance Company. “We have succeeded on all fronts and we think customers are going to be highly impressed with this appliance.”

At 5.1 cu.ft., LG’s WM8000 washing machine delivers an impressive 18 percent more space when compared to a standard 4.3 cu.ft. unit. Revolutionary TurboWash™ technology combines the spin and rinse cycles to save owners 20 minutes per load while still offering the same outstanding cleaning performance synonymous with washers. The WM8000 also features a steam system which gently but powerfully penetrates fabrics to remove dirt and stains. Ultimately, customers can wash more clothes with greater effectiveness, using less time and energy.

LG’s 6Motion™ technology employs six wash motions -- Tumbling, Scrubbing, Filtration, Rolling, Stepping and Swinging -- combining them in various ways to provide superior cleaning performance. The new and improved control panel allows easy access to all functions and adds to the washing machine’s modern and stylish appearance. LG’s WM8000 also offers a variety of effective washing options, including a power setting for heavily soiled clothes and an automatic optimization setting, which determines the best washing cycle based on the amount of laundry. And if the washing machine ever experiences a problem, Smart Diagnosis™ can help locate and troubleshoot the issue, minimizing cost and inconvenient service visits.

The WM8000 is available in the U.S. market in White (US$1,399) and Graphite Steel (US$1,499).

Key Specifications:
· Industry’s Largest Capacity (5.1 cu.ft.)
· TurboWash™ Technology
· ENERGY STAR? “Most Efficient” Rating
· 6 Motion Direct Drive

Website: http://www.lge.co.kr

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