The Whirlpool 24” Laundry Center, model YLTE5243DQ6, is a compact, vertically stacked electric washer and dryer unit designed for efficiency in smaller living spaces, such as apartments, condos, or compact utility rooms.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Type: Electric Laundry Center (Stacked Washer and Dryer).

• Design: This appliance features a top-load washer at the bottom and an electric dryer stacked directly above it, all contained within a single chassis. It is typically available in a white finish.

• Washer Capacity: Approximately 1.5 cubic feet. This compact capacity is suitable for small to medium-sized loads, making it efficient for daily use in smaller households.

• Dryer Capacity: Approximately 3.4 cubic feet. The dryer capacity is designed to accommodate the typical load sizes from the washer.

• Wash System: It utilizes a Surgilator® Agitator. This agitator creates a continuous rollover action, providing a thorough cleaning of the wash load. It also features "Stepped-Down Agitation" with varying agitation speeds to maximize cleaning effectiveness while being gentle on fabrics.

• Wash Cycles: Offers 5 automatic wash cycles, which commonly include options such as:

  • Normal

  • Soak

  • Delicate

  • Permanent Press

  • Super Wash

• Washer Temperature Settings: Provides 4 wash/rinse temperature combinations.

• Washer Features:

  • Spreckle Porcelain Wash Basket: The wash basket is made of porcelain-coated steel, offering a smooth, durable finish that helps protect clothes from damage.

  • 3 Water Level Selections, allowing you to choose the right water level for your load size, helping to conserve water.

  • 5 Wash/Spin Speed Combinations.

  • Direct Drive Motor (often 1/2 HP): Provides power to the agitator and spin basket.

  • ToughTop II Top and Lid.

• Dryer Cycles: Offers 5 automatic dry cycles, with a total of 18 dryer cycles options, including:

  • Auto Regular

  • Auto Permanent Press

  • Timed Drying (with various time increments)

  • Tumble Press

  • Fluff Air (tumbles clothes without heat for delicate items or to fluff up items).

• Dryer Temperature Settings: Provides 3 or 4 temperature settings to handle different fabric types (e.g., High, Medium, Low, Air Fluff).

• Dryer Features:

  • Automatic Dry-Miser Control: This automatic cycle senses exhaust air temperature and automatically shuts the dryer off when the chosen dryness level is reached, taking the guesswork out of drying and preventing over-drying.

  • DuraWhite™ Interior: The dryer drum is typically made with a durable white finish.

  • End-of-Cycle Signal: Alerts you when a cycle is complete.

  • Rear-mounted Lint Filter.

  • Vented Drying Type: Requires external venting.

  • 180° Side-Swing Door: Offers wide access to the dryer drum.

  • Baked Acrylic Enamel Cabinet Finish.

  • Variator Baffles.

• Controls: Uses simple rotary electromechanical controls (knobs) for cycle and option selection for both the washer and dryer, emphasizing ease of use.

• Efficiency: Designed for efficiency, with an estimated annual energy consumption of approximately 483 kWh. It is typically not CEE rated.

• Power: Electric dryer, typically requiring a 240V/208V, 60Hz, 30A electrical connection. The electric heating element is rated at 3600 Watts.

• Venting: Features 4-way venting capability (rear, left, right, bottom), offering flexibility for installation.

Dimensions:

• Overall Width: 23 7/8 to 24 inches (60.6 to 61 cm)

• Overall Depth: 27 1/4 inches (69.2 cm)

• Overall Height: 71 3/4 inches (182.2 cm)

• Depth with Washer Door Open 90 Degrees: Approximately 42.4 inches (107.7 cm)

• Washer Height (to top of cabinet): Approximately 32 1/8 inches (81.6 cm)

• Dryer Height (top of dryer unit): Approximately 27 5/8 inches (70.2 cm)