Design Ideas - Alliance Laundry System

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Building owners, college

housing directors, military

procurement officers, management

companies, architects, engineers,

specification writers, contractors

and builders.

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laundry equipment facilities in

apartments, residence halls,

condominiums, cooperatives,

hotels, motels, military

installations, campgrounds,

RV parks, senior citizen

residences, truck

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Table of Contents

About Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Speed Queen Efficiency and a Quantum™ Leap Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Basics in Establishing a Community Laundry Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Laundry Room Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Equipment Sizing Ratios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Speed Queen® Choices in Products, Models and Vending Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Product Options and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Suggested Floor Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installation Suggestions and Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Energy Savings You Can See To Minimize Utility Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

ADA Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

About Us

For information and solutions to questions about multi-housing laundry equipment, visit our Web site at

www.speedqueen.com call 1-800-345-5649or look in the yellow pages for a Speed Queen laundry service provider nearest you.

Manufacturer of Speed Queen® and Huebsch® Multi-Housing Laundry Equipment

Commercial Heavy-Duty ManualWashers and Dryers

Washers and Dryers

Washer-Extractors Tumblers

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What makes a leader?

At Speed Queen, we’ve always felt our measure is equal

parts quality, technological innovation and time-tested

performance. Our history, dating back to 1908, has been

chiseled through a singular, unwavering goal - to be No. 1.

That focus is the catalyst behind Speed Queen products

setting industry standards for efficiency and reliability.

Speed Queen remains steadfast in its passion to lead, and

that persistence has our customers redefining perceived

limits of productivity and profitability.

Nowhere is that more evident than in our product lines for

multihousing. We offer the widest variety of models to fit

the needs of this market, and our Made-in-America washers

and dryers lead the industry with a level of reliability that’s

made Speed Queen a dominant player for more than

100 years.

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No longer is the laundry viewed as utility.When done correctly with the rightequipment and features, the laundryroom can become an amenity that helpsattract and retain residents. And choosingQuantum-controlled Speed Queenequipment helps deliver those results.

For residents, Quantum gives them theultimate in flexibility to tailor wash anddry cycles to meet their specific needs.This control is definitely designed with the user in mind, with a digital displaycounting down vend as coins are addedas well as keeping them updated onwash and dry progress with a cycle timecountdown.

Property owners and laundry serviceproviders, as well, benefit from a host offeatures within the control and manage-ment software that help simplify operationand create additional profit opportunities.Features include:

QUANTUM™ CONTROL

The Quantum™ control (anelectronic microboard with digital displays)on a full model line of top load andfront load washers, matching single load,stacked dryers and stacked washer/dryers.

COIN DROP VALIDATOR

For exceptional security our coin dropmagnetically verifies content, coin size andweight, which ensures accurate collectioninformation. Models also can be preppedfor a card reader. Using the card readersystem of your choice creates the convenience of a cashless operation for residents.

PDA

Two-way communica-tion for programmingand downloading collection information iseasily accomplished in seconds with a PDA.

Speed Queen Efficiencyand a Quantum™ Leap Forward

SPECIAL PROGRAMMING

Our special programming allows you tocustomize cycles, establish vend prices,determine rinse options and programspecial features.

• Special time-of-day pricing to competeagainst other laundry services offered toresidents outside the building.

• Premium wash cycles for bonus vendingto increase revenue.

• Automatic Shutdown Mode allows youto control laundry room hours of opera-tion by programming start and stop times.

• Power Saver Mode reduces powerdraw when laundry room is closed.

• Top-off dryer time can be set up to allowpurchase of additional time after the resi-dent has bought the initial dryer cycle.

• Multi Level Vend Promotion helpsproperty management realize savingson hot water consumption by offeringhigher pricing for hot and warm washes.

Speed Queen Strength & Efficiency

Reliable Made-in-America performance is only part of

the reason Speed Queen has become the choice of

property owners, developers and colleges. At a time

when the environment influences each decision we

make, Speed Queen washers and dryers deliver efficiency

that makes you feel good along with real savings to remind

you that you are doing good for your bottom line.

Speed Queen’s new Quantum™ EcoWatersaver™ control

combined with our front load Horizon washer reduces water

consumption to an ultra-low 12.8 gallons. This superior

efficiency has earned the Horizon EcoWatersaverTM an

ENERGY STAR® rating. Likewise, Speed Queen top load

washers exceed U.S. Department of Energy standards for

water and energy use, while our dryers yield excellent effi-

cient drying power to keep operating costs low.

Quantum™: The Future of Laundry Room Management

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WHERE CAN COMMUNITY LAUNDRY ROOMS BE ESTABLISHED?

Multi-housing residences in either low- orhigh-rise apartment complexes, residencehalls, condominiums, military housing,college residence halls, guest servicesand in-unit apartments.

WHY VENDED EQUIPMENT?

The high cost of operating multi-housingresidential facilities makes the communitylaundry area particularly attractive. Depending upon the arrangement madewith a laundry service provider —commonly called a route operator whichsupplies the equipment — the cost ofoperating a laundry can be completelyoffset and can, under certain arrangementswith the route operator, return a portionof the income obtained from the laundryequipment to an owner or manager ofthe housing facility.

WHO INSTALLS AND MAINTAINSTHE EQUIPMENT?

Building management can retain theservices of a Speed Queen route operator.In this arrangement the route operatorprovides, installs and maintains the equip-ment in the facility at his/her expense.The route operator will, under certainarrangements, return a percentage of theequipment income to management. Lease-purchase arrangements are also availablethrough the route operator.

WHERE TO FIND A SPEEDQUEEN ROUTE OPERATOR?

You can contact a Speed Queen routeoperator nearest you by using our Website locator at www.speedqueen.com orby checking the classified pages of yourtelephone directory under “Washersand Dryers/Coin-Operated” or call 1-800-345-5649 for information. Lookfor the Speed Queen name.

WHAT ABOUT ENERGY CONSUMPTION?

Speed Queen equipment has beendesigned for energyconservation. AllSpeed Queen front load washershave qualified for theENERGY STAR® rating by exceeding theU.S. Department of Energy standards forcommercial washers energy and waterusage.

Our heavy-duty commercial washers areavailable in vertical (top loading) and hori-zontal axis (front load) Horizon® models.These washers have special energy settingswhich lower water consumption and reduce hot water costs. Our washersare designed with industry-leading high-speed extracts of 710 and 1,000 RPM ontop load and front load washers, respec-tively. This maximizes moisture removalfor faster drying and less expense to theproperty owner.

Speed Queen single load and stackeddryers are efficient in fast drying and lowenergy consumption.

Check with a Speed Queen authorizedroute operator to find out if your utilityconsumption is as low as it can be. Theycan perform a Utility Cost CalculatorAnalysis for you.

HOW MUCH EQUIPMENT?

In planning and designing a laundry facilityfor multi-housing use, it is important tokeep in mind the characteristics of thepeople who will occupy the building.

The type of multi-housing building willdictate whether the laundry equipmentshould be concentrated into one central-ized area or smaller rooms spreadthroughout the property. It is importantthat the room(s) are planned with properfacilities for electric and gas hook-ups,water supply and drainage, as well asproper make-up air and dryer ventilation.

The following pages present our sugges-tions for the product types and amountof Speed Queen equipment required forsizing multi-housing properties. Specificsituations demand the expertise of aqualified route operator so the properequipment in the proper mix is providedfor the residents’ convenience.

Basics in Establishing a Community Laundry Room

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Laundry Room Types

CENTRALIZED LAUNDRY ROOMS(High-rise buildings with apartments, condos, co-ops)

The equipment can be concentrated ina convenient central area located in thebuilding. The larger space requirementcan expand the services to residents withvariable sized washer-extractors withbigger load capacities, expanded vendingconcessions, folding tables and comfortablewaiting areas similar to on-street coinlaundries. For high-rise buildings with acentral laundry room, one washer anddryer set is recommended for every 20living units.

DE-CENTRALIZED LAUNDRY ROOMS(High-rise or low-rise buildings for apartments, condos, co-ops)

De-centralized laundry rooms reside inone or more locations within the propertyor building. Rooms generally are equippedwith matching washers and dryers. Usuallythese establishments are amenity oriented,offering folding tables and vending machines for the tenant’s convenience.One washer and one dryer is recommended for every 8 to 12 living units.

ON-FLOOR LAUNDRY ROOMS(Low-rise or garden-style buildings)

For garden apartments, matching washerand dryer pairs are the most customerconvenient layout. One washer and onedryer is recommended for every 8 to12 apartment units.

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Laundry Room Types Cont.

MILITARY HOUSING

Centralized laundry rooms with commer-cial ENERGY STAR® qualified front loadwashers and matching dryers for militarypersonnel. Non-metered (free start)equipment is usually required by military.One washer and one dryer pocket isrecommended for every 20 militarypersonnel.

COLLEGE RESIDENCE HALLS

Centralized laundry rooms are conve-niently located in residence halls with topor front load washers and matching dryers.For student residence halls, one washerand one dryer is recommended for every30 to 40 students.

IN-APARTMENT

For ultimate customer convenience,placement of laundry units is within theapartment, with top or front load washerand matching dryer. One washer and onedryer is recommended per unit.

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Equipment Sizing Ratios

Equipment Guidelines by Property TypeOne Set

is defined as one top load or front load washer paired with one dryer pocket, or one stacked washer/dryer

If multiple sets are needed, use the following examples as your guide:

Examples of Multiple Sets

2 ea. top load/front load washers ..........................................with .................................................................. 1 ea. stacked dryer (= 2 dryer pockets)

2 ea. top load/front load washers ..........................................with ........................................................ 2 ea. single load dryers (= 2 dryer pockets)

2 ea. top load/front load washers ..........................................with.......................... 1 ea. tumbler dryer (1 tumbler pocket = 2 dryer pockets)

One Washer/Dryer Set is Recommended For the Following:Property Type Number of Living UnitsHigh-rise building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 to 25 living units

Low-rise or garden building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 to 12 living units

Co-ops, condominiums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 to 12 living units

Senior citizen centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 residents

Military housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 military personnel

College residence halls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 to 40 students

Guest services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 rooms

In-apartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 set per unit

Equipment Guidelines by Property Demographics*Predominant Resident Profile Washers & Dryers (W/D) Per Using UnitFamilies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pair W/D per 8 to 12 units

Young working adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pair W/D per 10 to 15 units

Older working adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pair W/D per 5 to 20 units

Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pair W/D per 25 to 40 students

Senior citizens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pair W/D per 25 to 40 units

Determine the number of machines your community needs by adding all units without an in-unit washer/dryer and divide in half the units with in-unit laundry connectons. These figures are based on the predominant resident profile. Adjust according to your particular profile mix.

* Multi-Family Executive

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Micro-Display ControlCoin or Card Ready

Speed Queen’s Micro-DisplayControl (MDC) is a streamlinedversion of Quantum. It offers the

features most important to residents withless programming options. The MDC hasfeatures such as:

Coin countdownstart, which in-forms customersof the amount ofmoney requiredto operateequipment, thencounts down price as quarters or card areinserted. Once the machine has started,the display counts down remainingcycle time.

Bright, easy-to-read LEDs take customersstep-by-step through each phase of thewash or dry cycle.

TOUCH PAD

Touch pad selectorhas convenienttouch pads for accurate selectionof cycles and a dedicated push-to-startpad to initiate wash cycle.

SOUND INDICATOR

Audible sound indicator and LEDs indicatewhen a change has been made, keepingcustomers aware of cycle status andcoin validation.

COIN OR CARD-OPMODELS

Factory installed drop coinacceptor for coin, or card-ready models for interfacing with otherequipment manufacturers’card reader systems forcashless operation.

Quantum™ ControlCoin-Operated

Speed Queen’s Quantum modelline incorporates numerousoptions and customer conven-

ience features that make the washing anddrying of laundry loads a breeze. TheQuantum Control has features such as:

DIGITAL PRICE DISPLAY

Informs customersof the amount ofmoney required tooperate equipment,then counts downprice as quarters are inserted.

TOUCH PAD

These selectorsoffer a tremen-dous range ofoptions. An LED with a sound annunciatorsignals to the user that their selectionhas been made. The user then pushesthe green start pad after inserting thecard or proper amount of coins.

CYCLE COUNTDOWN

visually displays totallength of cycle, thencounts down thecycle time on thewasher and dryer.

LED INDICATORS

Bright, easy-to-read LED’s take customers step-by-step through each phase of the wash or dry cycle.

DROP COIN VALIDATOR

Drop coin validator auto-matically verifies magneticcontent, coin size andweight, and records time,date and total amount collected into memory for future data retrieval.

Quantum™ Control Card-Operated

Speed Queen’s card-ready modelline offers convenient cashlessoperation with

debit cards and comput-erized accountability.

A value added cardwith a unique microchip technology isused for activatinglaundry equipment. Aconvenient service center is located onthe property where you can add mone-tary value by cash or credit card.

SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION

Card ready washers and dryers can beinstalled by Speed Queen route operatorsquickly and easily, so you can enjoy thebenefits of card-operated equipment inno time.

REMAINING BALANCE DISPLAY

Besides the ease and flexibility of installa-tion, the card ready model line features aQuantum Control that informs cus-tomers on everythingthey need to knowabout machine statusat a glance. Residentscan at any time checktheir remaining cardbalance without starting the machine.This helps speed up machine turnoverand increase profitability. When used inconjunction with the Quantum system,you can retrieve information on machineusage to increase efficiencies in managingyour laundry room.

Factory installed acceptor for card-readymodels for interfacing with other equip-ment manufacturers’ cardreader systems for cashlessoperation.

Speed Queen® Exceptional Choices in Control Types and Start-up Systems

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Coin SlideOperated

Speed Queen offersthe most completerange of coin slide-

operated laundry models oftop load and front load washers,single and stack dryers for simplified coin-operated community laundry rooms.

With featuressuch as waterand energy efficient designs,quality internalcomponentsand high securitysystems, multi-housing owners can dependon Speed Queen equipment to give themthe advantage on such issues as energysavings, dependable performance andprotection against vandalism.

Manual Control Start

Speed Queen’s commercialquality and expertise is present inthese non-vended manual con-trol model washers and dryers.

Convenient features such as threewash/rinse temperatures, six drying cycles, three fabric types, and selectablewater fill level give the user exceptionalchoices for receiving the best launderingpossible in military and governmentcommon area facilities.

Washer Control Panel

Dryer Control Panel

Military Push-to-Start

These electromechanical machines have the followingfeatures:

• Push-to-start switch.

• Six water and cycle selections.

Customize your laundryroom to fit the needs ofmilitary or correctional facilities.

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Product Options and Dimensions

Top Load Washer

Washer has 3/4" (1.87 cm) connection forwater mixing valve. Two water inlet hosessupplied with washer.

Drain hose is 5' (150 cm) long. 1" (2.5 cm)inside diameter.

Power cord has three-prong U.L. approvedplug for connection to a grounded three-wire, 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical circuit. 15 to20 amp. Use at least No. 12 wire, heavier forlong distances.

Dimensions are with leveling legs. Stand pipeshould be 36" high.





Electric dryer can be exhausted in any direction,vented out rear, either side or base. Gas modelshave 3-way venting: right side, back and base.

Gas dryers available for natural gas, L.P. gas kitavailable. L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed by the Manufacturer’s AuthorizedDealers, Distributors, or local service personnel.Power cord is furnished (120/60/1).

Electric dryer models do not have power cordfurnished (120/240/60/1 or 120/208/60/1).

Horizon Front Load Washer

Single Load Dryer

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Gas dryers available for natural gas, L.P. gas kitavailable. L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed by the Manufacturer’s AuthorizedDealers, Distributors, or local service personnel.Power cord is furnished (120/60/1).

Electric dryer does not have power cord furnished 120/240/60/1, (may be convertedto 120/208/60/1).

Gas Supply Connection: 3/8" (.937 cm) pipeprovided at rear. Stacked dryer is deliveredcomplete as one unit. Factory equipped fornatural gas operation only. L.P. kits available.

L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed bythe Manufacturer’s Authorized Dealers, Distributors, or local service personnel.

Solid door or door with window available.

Horizon Front Load Washer

Front Control Dryer

Stacked Dryer

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Product Options and Dimensions Cont.

Horizon Stacked Washer/Dryer

Commercial Manual - Top Load Washer

Commercial Manual - Dryer

Gas Supply Connection: 3/8" (.937 cm) pipeprovided at rear. Stacked washer/dryer is delivered complete as one unit. Factoryequipped for natural gas operation only. L.P.kits available.

L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed by theManufacturer’s Authorized Dealers, Distributors,or local service personnel.


Drain hose is 5' (150 cm) long. One inch(2.5 cm) inside diameter.


Dimensions are with leveling legs. Stand pipeshould be as high as the washer top.


Gas dryers available for natural gas, L.P. gas kitavailable. L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed by the Manufacturer’s AuthorizedDealers, Distributors, or local service per-sonnel. Power cord is furnished (120/60/1).

Electric dryer does not have power cord furnished (120/240/60/1).

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Commercial Manual - Rear Control Front Load Washer

Commercial Manual - Front Control Front Load Washer

Commercial Manual - Front Control Dryer










Gas dryers available for natural gas, L.P. gas kitavailable. L.P. Gas Conversion Kit must be installed by the Manufacturer’s AuthorizedDealers, Distributors, or local service per-sonnel. Power cord is furnished (120/60/1).

Electric dryer does not have power cord furnished (120/240/60/1).

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Handles 25 lb (11kg) loads

Energy saving gas models at 64,000 Btu/hr(18.8 kW)

Electric and Steam models also available.

Handles 30 lb (13.6 kg) or 35 lb (15.9) loads

30 lb energy saving gas models at 73,000Btu/hr (21.4 kW)

35 lb energy saving gas models at 90,000Btu/hr (26.4 kW)

Electric and Steam models also available.

Two full-size 30 lb (13.6 kg) or two full-size45 lb (20.4) pockets handle wash loads easily.

30 lb energy saving gas models at 73,000Btu/hr (21.4 kW), per cylinder. Electric andSteam models also available.

45 lb energy saving gas models at 95,000Btu/hr (27.8 kW) Gas heat only.

Product Options and Dimensions Cont.

25 lb RouteMaster™ Tumbler

30/35 lb Single Tumbler

30/45 lb Stacked Tumbler

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Suggested Floor Plans

HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS(central laundry room)

Typical 400-unit high-rise apartment building

Activation: Smart-Card

Control: Quantum™ Control with touch pad

Model Line: Card-Ready

Equipment: Top Load and Front LoadWashers* and Tumblers

* Front control washers and dryers are ADA Compliant.

HIGH-RISE CONDOMINIUM(de-centralized laundry)

Typical 120-unit multiple level housing facility

Activation: Coin Drop


Model Line: Quantum™

Equipment: Horizon Stacked Washers/Dryers

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Suggested Floor Plans Cont.

LOW-RISE OR GARDEN BUILDINGS

Typical 20-unit multiple bedroom

Activation: Coin Slide

Control: Rotary Switches

Model Line: Electromechanical

Equipment: Top Load Washers and Single Load Dryers

RESIDENCE HALLS(central laundry room)

Typical central laundry room

Activation: Coin Drop or On-LineDebit Card Reader


Model Line: Quantum™

Equipment: Horizon Front Load andTop Load Washers* with Stack Dryers


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Data FlowQUANTUM™ WASH ALERT™ SYSTEM

Web site call back technology of machine availability for residence laundry rooms.

MILITARY HOUSING(central laundry room-BEQ’s or BOQ’s)

Typical barrack facility

Activation: Push/Pull-to-Start Knob

Control: Rotary

Model Line: Commercial Manual Control


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GUEST SERVICES(hotels, motels, campgrounds, marinas,truck stops)

Typical guest service for vended laundry-hotel/motel

Activation: Coin Slide

Control: Rotary Switches

Model Line: Electromechanical


IN-UNIT APARTMENT/CONDOWASHER AND DRYER

Typical in-apartment side-by-side laundry facility

Activation: Push/Pull-to-Start Knob

Control: Rotary

Model Line: Commercial Manual Control

Equipment: Top Load or Front LoadWasher* and Single Load Dryer


Suggested Floor Plans Cont.

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Installation Suggestions and Equipment Specifications

GENERAL ROOM INFORMATION

1. Determine the size of the laundryroom by allowing a minimum of 25square feet (2.25 m2) per machine.

2. At least one floor drain should beprovided in each laundry.

3. Washtubs not required. However, ifthey are installed, provide adequatespace for them. Such space shall be in addition to that recommended foreach machine.

4. Locate dryers on outside walls, sincelong ducts increase installation cost andare less effective for proper venting.

5. For proper operation, it is important tolocate the dryer in an area that has anample amount of make-up air to replacethe amount exhausted by the dryer.Energy efficient multi-housing facilitieswith low air infiltration rates should beequipped with an air exchanger that canaccommodate on-demand make-upair. These devices can be obtainedthrough your building contractor orbuilding material suppliers.

6. Tumbler make-up air must be broughtinto the room to replace air beingexhausted. Tumblers require freshoutside make-up air.

Minimum requirement:Single Tumblers – 144 sq. in. opening to the outside.

Stack Tumblers – 288 sq. in. opening to the outside.

7. Provide sufficient lighting, preferablyfluorescent.

EQUIPMENT SIZING RECOMMENDATION

One dryer for each single load (top loador front load) washer is the recommendedproduct balance. One stacked dryer, orone 25 lb RouteMaster™ tumbler willaccommodate two top load or frontload washers. A stacked tumbler will accommodate four top load washers.

TOP LOAD AND FRONT LOADWASHERS

Electrical Requirements1. Each washer is designed to be oper-

ated on an individual three-wiregrounded, 120 volt, 60 Hz electricalcircuit protected by a 15 or 20 ampfuse, equivalent fusetron or circuitbreaker. No. 12 wire recommendedfor electrical connection or as requiredby local codes.

2. All receptacles shall be equipped for athree-prong grounded plug.

Plumbing Requirements1. Water supply faucets must fit standard

3/4" (19.1 mm) female hose couplings.

2. Hot water facilities should have thecapability of maintaining a constantwater temperature of between 120º-140ºF.

3. Maintain cold water temperature atnot less than 35ºF (1.6ºC).

4. Washer will operate under a variety ofsufficient water pressure conditions;however, a constant water pressure of30 psi must be maintained.

5. Drain each washer into a minimum 2"(50.8 mm) diameter by 3' tall cast iron,PVC or copper standpipe.

TOP LOAD AND FRONT LOADWASHER ENERGY AND WATER USAGE

EcoWatersaverTM High Efficiency FrontLoad WasherModified Energy Factor (MEF) = 2.24Water Factor (WF) = 4.5Water Consumption per cycle = 12.8 gal.

MDC Top Load WasherModified Energy Factor (MEF) = 1.50Water Factor (WF) = 8.8Water Consumption per cycle = 23.7 gal.

Coin Slide Top Load WasherModified Energy Factor (MEF) = 1.26Water Factor (WF) = 9.5Water Consumption per cycle = 26.1 gal.

Quantum™ Control High EfficiencyExtra-Large Top Load WasherModified Energy Factor (MEF) = 1.34Water Factor (WF) = 9.4Water Consumption per cycle = 29.7 gal.

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SINGLE AND STACK DRYERS(Gas and Electric Models)

Electrical Requirements1. (Electric Models) Provide separate

circuits from the main panel to eachdryer. Each dryer has its own terminalblock that must be connected to aseparate branch three-wire, 120/240 or120/208 volt, 60 Hz, single phase circuitusing at least No. 10 copper wire andfused at 30 amps; a grounded neutralwire must be provided. Do not connectdryers to 110, 115 or 120 volt circuits.

2. (Electric Models) If branch circuit toelectric dryers is 15 ft. (4572 mm) orless in length, use UL approved No. 10copper wire, or as required by localcodes. If over 15 ft. (4572 mm), useNo. 8 UL approved copper wire, or as required by local codes.

3. (Gas Models) Each gas dryer is designedto be operated on an individual three-wire grounded 120 volt, 60 Hz. electricalcircuit protected by a 15 amp fuse,equivalent fusetron or circuit breaker.(See specifications)

4. (Gas Models) Plug each dryer's powercord into a grounded 3-slot wall re-ceptacle on a separate circuit. Do notoperate other appliances on the samecircuit when dryer is operating.

5. (Electric and Gas Models) All dryer installations should conform to thelatest edition of the National ElectricalCode, NFPA 70, and such local require-ments as might apply.

GAS REQUIREMENTS(also see Figure 1 below)

1. The gas dryer installation must conformwith the latest edition of AmericanNational Standard Z223.1 (NFPA 54)National Fuel Gas Code.

2. Size of main gas supply unit will dependon number of dryer units connected.Consult local gas utility.

3. Where bottled gas (L.P.) is used, followthe specifications of the local gascompany. A special conversion kit forL.P. is required. Consult your SpeedQueen route operator for details.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS FORSINGLE AND MULTI-DRYER INSTALLATIONS

1. The gas dryer installation should complywith the latest edition of the NationalFuel Gas Code, Z223.1 (NFPA 54).

2. A 4" (102 mm) vent hood with adamper (for each dryer) should beplaced in the wall behind the dryerwhile the building is under construction.

Figure 1

Weather Hood TypeRecommended

Number of Maximum length90º Elbows of 4" (102 mm)

diameter rigidmetal duct

0 65 ft (19.8 m)1 55 ft (16.8 m)2 47 ft (14.3 m)3 36 ft (11.0 m)4 28 ft (8.5 m)

0 45 ft (13.7 m)1 35 ft (10.7 m)2 30 ft (9.1 m)3 25 ft (7.6 m)4 20 ft (6.1 m)

Weather Hood TypeRecommended

Number of Maximum length90º Elbows of 4˝ (102 mm)

diameter rigidmetal duct

0 55 ft (16.8 m)1 47 ft (14.3 m)2 41 ft (12.5 m)3 30 ft (9.1 m)4 22 ft (6.7 m)0 35 ft (10.7 m)1 27 ft (8.2 m)2 21 ft (6.4 m)3 17 ft (5.2 m)4 15 ft (4.5 m)

4"(10.2 cm)

4"(10.2 cm)

Installation Suggestions and Equipment Specifications Cont.

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3. Exhaust pipe must be 4" (102 mm) indiameter having no obstructions. Rigidor flexible metal pipe must be used.DO NOT use flexible plastic or thinfoil ducting as it will greatly reducethe dryer’s performance. Outer endof exhaust pipe must have weatherhood installed at least 12" (305 mm)above ground. Always keep exhaustduct as short as possible.

4. Gas dryers can be vented from theright side, back, or bottom (exceptupper unit of stack dryer). Dryer canbe installed flush to the wall at side andback. Electric dryers can be routed fromleft side as well.

5. The exhaust duct should not be builtinto the wall. If laundries are distributedin multi-story buildings, the duct sizeat the first floor should be at least 4"(102 mm) and should be increased in size 1" (25.4 mm) per floor to amaximum of 12" (305 mm). For theinstallation of several dryers where amain collector duct is used, see illus-tration for proper angle of airflow.Dryer exhaust duct should enter mainduct at an angle of no more than 30ºpointing in the direction of the airflow.Ducts entering the main duct fromopposite sides should be staggered soas not to oppose each other. Provi-sions should be made for periodic lint removal and cleaning of the maincollector duct.

6. If several dryers are exhausted into amain collector duct, it is essential thatductwork be adequate in size andproperly constructed for efficient operation. Provisions for make-up airmust be provided. Each dryer exhaustsapproximately 220 cubic feet* (6.1 m3)of air per minute.

* Measured at point of exit from the dryer.

7. The main collector duct should be sizedaccording to specifications presentedin the chart below. The outside of themain duct should have a weather hood(with hinged damper) installed to prevent passage of weather elements,insects, dust and dirt into the dryer.

8. Each dryer should have a back draftdamper kit, part number 58786.

Electrical RequirementsElectric Dryerand StackedDryer

Canada

Gas Dryer andStacked Dryer

Canada

60 Hz. 5350 watt element,120/240V or 4750 wattelement, 120/208V, 3-wire,1 phase, 30 amp.

60Hz. 5,000 watt element,120/240 or 120/208V, 4-wire, 1 phase, 30 ampon dryer ; 60 amp onstacked dryer.

60 Hz. AC, 120V, grounded3-wire, 1 phase, 15 amp.

60 Hz. AC, 120V, grounded3-wire, 1 phase 15 ampon dryer ; 30 amp onstacked dryer.

Duct Station Minimum Diameterof Collector Duct

A 4 inches (102 mm)

B 8 inches (203 mm)

C 9 inches (229 mm)

D 10 inches (254 mm)

E 11 inches (279 mm)

F 12 inches (305 mm)

G 13 inches (330 mm)

H 14 inches (356 mm)

I 15 inches (381 mm)

J 15 inches (381 mm)

K 16 inches (406 mm)

NOTE: Main collector ducts should be equippedwith an auxiliary fan that can maintain the ductairflow at a minimum of 1,200 ft (366 m) per min.If you do not have a fan, clean the main collectorduct at least twice a year.

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25 LB, 30 LB AND 35 LB SINGLE TUMBLERS

Electrical Requirements1. Provide separate circuits from the main

panel to each tumbler. The 120 volt,60 hertz, single phase units require anindividual three-wire, grounded, 120volt, 60 Hz electrical circuit protectedby a 15 amp fusetron or circuit breaker.The 208 volt or 240 volt, 60 Hz, singlephase units require a three-wire plusground circuit (two hot leads, a neutraland a ground). Each circuit must beprotected with a two-pole, 10 ampcircuit breaker.

2. All tumbler units must be grounded inaccordance with the latest edition ofthe National Electrical Code, NFPA 70,and local codes and ordinances.

Gas Requirements1. Install a 1-1/2" (38.1 mm) main gas

line for the laundry room for up to10 tumblers.

2. Install a 1/2" (12.7 mm) gas line on thewall for connection to the back of thedryer. Terminate it with a 1/2" (12.7 mm)T, 6" (152.4 mm) drip leg and 1/2"(12.7 mm) gas cock.

Venting Requirements1. Locate where least exhaust piping and

elbows will be required. Use sweepelbows. The exhaust should be directedupward.

2. All duct work must be adequate in size.See ducting chart below.

3. Provide cleanout and inspection doorsin duct. All electrical and plumbing installations must conform to local andnational codes.

30 LB STACK TUMBLER

Electrical Requirements1. Provide separate circuits from the main

panel to each tumbler. There is onlyONE electrical connection to thestacked tumbler upper pocket junctionbox. The 120 volt, 60 hertz, single phaseunits require an individual three-wire,grounded, 120 volt, electrical circuitprotected by a 30 amp fusetron orcircuit breaker. The 208 volt or 240 volt,60 hertz, single phase units require athree-wire plus ground circuit (two hotleads, a neutral and a ground). Eachcircuit must be protected with a twopole, 20 amp circuit breaker.

2. All stacked tumbler units must begrounded in accordance with the latest edition of the National ElectricalCode, NFPA 70, and local codes andordinances.

Gas Requirements1. Install a 1-1/2" (38.1 mm) main gas

line for the laundry room for up to 10 tumblers.

2. Install a 3/4" (19.05 mm) gas line on thewall for connection to the back of thedryer. Terminate it with a 3/4" (19.05mm) T, 6" (152.4 mm) drip leg and 3/4"(12.7 mm) gas cock.

Venting Requirements1. Locate where least exhaust piping and

elbows will be required. Use sweepelbows. The exhaust should be directedupward.

2. All duct work must be adequate in size.See ducting chart below.

3. Provide cleanout and inspection doorsin duct. All electrical and plumbing installations must conform to local andnational codes.

Electrical Requirements25 lb and 30 lbSingle Tumbler

Canada

Export Models

Stacked Tumbler

Canada

Export Models

60 Hz. 120V, 1 phase12.0 amps, 2-wiregrounded circuit (L1, N,G). Requires 15 ampone-pole protection.

60 Hz. 208-240V, 1 phase6.7 amps, 3-wire groundedcircuit (L1, N, L2, G). Requires 10 amp two-pole protection.

Same as above

50 Hz. 240V, 1 phase,24.0 amps, 2-wiregrounded circuit (L1, L2,G). Requires 10 amptwo-pole- protection.

60 Hz. 120V, 1 phase,24.0 amps, 2-wiregrounded circuit (L1, N,G). Requires 30 ampone-pole protection. 60Hz. 208-240V, 1 phase,13.4 amps, 3-wiregrounded circuit (L1, N,L2, G). Requires 20 amptwo-pole protection.

Same as above

50 Hz. 240V, 1 phase, 15amps, 2-wire groundedcircuit (L1, L2, G). Requires20 amp two-pole protec-tion. 60 Hz. 220V, 1 phase,11.6 amps, 2-wire (plusground) (L1, N, G). Requires 15 amp two-pole protection.

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Energy Savings You Can See To Minimize Utility Expenses

Saving calculation versus conventional commercial top loader using 33.5 gal. of water and average of5.41 gal. hot water. Calculations based on DOE Appendix “J1” Test Procedure. 10.9 lbs for top loadersand 12 lbs for front load washers. Temperature usage factors are 14% hot, 49% warm, and 37% cold.

Quantum™ Top Load Washer

Per cycle savings:

Water 11% (3.89 gal)

Model # SWNLC2P/2S

MEF 1.34WF 9.4DOE Compliant29.7 gal. per cycle

Quantum™ Front Control Front LoadWasher

Per cycle savings:

Water 62% (20.7 gal)Energy 66% (.780 kWh)

Model # SFNLCFS

MEF 2.24WF 4.512.8 gal. per cycle

Quantum™ StackWasher/Dryer

Per cycle savings:

Water 62% (120.7 gal)Energy 66% (.780 kWh)

Model # STELCFS/STGLCFS

MEF 2.24WF 4.5DOE Compliant12.8 gal. per cycle

Speed Queen washers and dryers are commercial built with stainless steel or coated steel panels for long lasting appearance.

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Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) Compliance

Speed Queen Washers and Dryers ADA Forward/Side Reach Guidelines

U.S. Access Board July 3, 2004

Speed Queen Front Control Washer and Dryer

Washer Models:SWFT71, SWFY71, SFNLCFS, SFNLCFJ, SFNLYFS

Dryer Models:SFET07, SFGT09, SFEY07, SFGY09, SDELCFG,SDGLCFG, SDELYFG, SDGLYFG

Unobstructed Reach Range

15"

ADA48"

Speed Queen Rear Control Washer and Dryer

Washer Models:SWR971, SWRT71, SWRY71, SFNLCRS, SFNLYRS

Dryer Models:SDET07, SDGT09, SDG509, SDEY07, SDGY09,SDELCRG, SDGLCRG, SDELXRG, SDGLXRG, SDELYRG, SDGLYRG

Obstructed High Reach with Exception

308.3.2 Obstruction High ReachExceptions: 1 –The top of washing machinesand clothes dryers shall be permitted to be 36"(915mm) maximum above the finish floor.

309.4 – Operable parts shall be operable withone hand and shall not require tight grasping,pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

308.3.2 SQ ADAExceptions: 1 Washer Compliance

Height of 36" YesObstruction 36"

Depth of Obstruction 24" Yes(max is 24")

308.1 SQ ADAWasher Compliance

Low 15" 15" Yes

High 48" 43" Yes48

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