Sears Unveils Kenmore Elite Oasis Washer and Dryer
Laundry Pair Combines High Efficiency with Deep Clean Functionality and SteamCare Technology
Kenmore Elite’s SteamCare technology, harnesses the power of steam by saturating dry clothing with a fine mist of water while simultaneously heating the interior of the appliance. The water and heat work together to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and odors, so consumers can avoid washing an article of clothing that may only need refreshing, saving both water and energy.
The new Oasis washer cleans better than any other model among leading brand top loaders, offering features like gentlewash technology to clean delicate items and Catalyst Cleaning Action to help ensure bright whites. The TimedOxi option, available in a top load model for the first time through Oasis, releases oxygen-based stain fighters at the precise time for powerful stain-fighting performance. Additionally, the washer is certified by the National Sanitization Foundation to eliminate 99.9 percent of certain bacteria found in clothes, sheets and towels.
Kenmore continues to deliver on high efficiency with this newest addition to the Oasis line up, as both models are more efficient than first generation Oasis HE models, surpassing ENERGY STAR standards. Adding to the efficiency, the Save Energy Plus feature conserves up to 20 percent more energy by extending wash times using cold water in cycles that may typically use hot water.
The Oasis washer’s Invizible Agitator sits low in its drum, allowing more space for clothing or bulky items like comforters and winter coats. Transparent, tinted glass doors on both the washer and dryer deliver a unique aesthetic, and consumers interested in second floor installation will be comforted to know that the Kenmore Elite Oasis creates the fewest vibrations in the industry.
The Oasis washer offers Kenmore Canyon Capacity — 4.6 cubic feet of cleaning space that efficiently cleans up to 24 bath towels in a single load. Also available in the Oasis dryer, the exclusive 7.4 cubic feet Canyon Capacity ensures that a full load from the washer will be effectively dried.
TurboDry technology in the Oasis dryer uses a 35 percent larger blower to increase airflow, drying a load of laundry more quickly than it takes to wash one. The Dual Action Drying system also contributes to faster dry times by simultaneously promoting airflow and tumbling. Gentleheat technology uses an advanced computer to measure air
temperature and moisture more accurately and calculate exactly how long a cycle should run, resetting the temperature as needed to improve fabric care.
The Oasis and Oasis pair will be available in white in March 2008 at for the regular retail price of $1,099. SteamCare and energy efficiency are also available in the HE Steam Laundry pair in white and the designer color, barolo. Prices range from $1,499 to $1,599 for washers and $1,199 to $1,299 for dryers depending on color. Base pedestals retail
for $259.99 each in color and $229.99 each in white.
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I am one of perhaps hundreds of unhappy owners of the Sears Kenmore Oasis HE washing machine. After only a year and a half, one day, just prior to the rinse cycle, all of the lights lit up on the control panel and a message appeared that read, “F1″. I went to the Internet, (http://www.fixya.com/support/t286969-f1_error_code_kenmore_oasis) and Googled Oasis HE washing machine. Sure enough there were
dozens of owners of this machine who had the exact, “F1″ error message. I called Sears and they sent a repair technician who after scratching his head for some time called the factory (at least that’s what he said he was doing). After a trip to his truck and another half hour, he finished the repair job by installing an electronic control panel at which time I was presented with a bill for $394.49.
Sears has a well documented problem with this machine for which they appear willing to risk their reputation for fair and honest dealing with their customers. In the first place, the Oasis was not an inexpensive machine to purchase, however, with an additional $400 dollar repair bill I may be at the point of saying good bye to them forever.
Oh, one final point. The next day following the supposed repair job, I attempted to wash a load of clothes only to be presented once more with the dreaded “F1″ error message. What now??