Many in their youth used Oka washing machines. Now such cars are not very popular. Consumers prefer to buy machines that themselves wash, rinse and twist the laundry. But not everyone can afford it. For some, Oka washing machines can be good helpers. With their help, you can well clean bedding or personal items.
Manufacturer
Oka washing machines were produced by the plant named after Y. M. Sverdlov. They are popular with buyers, as evidenced by the number of copies sold. Today it is 9 million. But now they are not produced, so buying them is not easy. What are the capabilities of these machines and how they can help in the household?
Types of cars "Oka"
Recently, the company has been producing Oka washing machines of the following types:
- activator type machines;
- small-sized washing machines;
- semiautomatic devices;
- centrifuge machines.
Activator type machines
Activator-type Oka washing machines are distinguished by the fact that a disk with blades is integrated inside the flat bottom. It is called an activator. It is driven by a motor. An activator washing machine launders laundry by approximately 70%.
Activator type machines include the Oka-16 model. This is a freestanding vertical loading machine. The maximum amount of laundry that can be loaded into it at a time is 2 kg.
The activator washing machine is controlled mechanically. The handle mounted on the panel is rotated, the washing time is set. The timer is designed for 4 minutes. When the washing time is over, the machine turns off. If you need to turn off the car earlier, this can be done. The tank is made of stainless steel.
Under the influence of the engine, the blades begin to rotate, water, and with it the laundry, too. As a result, dirt is washed mechanically. Further, water with powder through a hose gets back into the tank.
When you need to drain the water, remove the hose from the holder and install it in the drain.
The machine does not have modern functions, there is no drying and leakage protection. The car is white. Weight - 16 kg.
The Oka-18 model can wash 3 kg of laundry at a time. Machine weight 16 kg. The tank is made of stainless steel.
Model "Oka-10" by the principle of action is similar to the previous one. It is switched on mechanically using a timer. A hose holder is installed near the cover. The volume of the tank is 32 liters. Weight - 13 kg. The machine can wash 2 kg of laundry.
The Oka-9M washing machine has a blue body. The height of the device is 98 cm, width - 80 cm. Weight - 22 kg.
The Oka-19 model is installed separately. Laundry is loaded on top. It is placed in a 3 kg stainless steel tank. There is no drying, but there is a manual squeezing device. The body of the machine is made of steel and coated with durable enamel.
Small washing machines
Machine "Oka-50M" with a vertical type of loading. It differs from ordinary activator models in form. It is made in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped with rounded corners. A hose holder is installed near the cover.
The maximum amount of laundry that can be loaded at a time is 2 kilograms. The tank is plastic. Its volume is 30 liters. Drying and protection against leaks no.
Miniature washing machines
Model 60 differs from model 50M in that only 1 kg of laundry can be washed at a time. But its dimensions are so small that the machine can be installed anywhere. Its height is only 47 cm, depth - 37 cm, width - 35 cm. There is no drying and protection against leakage.
Machine benefits
The Oka machine has several advantages. It takes up little space. It can be installed in any room: in the kitchen, in the bathroom or in the hallway. It is only necessary to provide access to the drain. Saves electricity and water, as well as the strength of the owners. Caution should be taken when washing wool. If possible, it is better to wash them by hand.
When the machine erases, someone needs to be near it. Sometimes something unplanned can happen to her. For example, a hose flies from the holder, and water begins to flow to the floor. Or the bottom is leaking. This happens due to the failure of the oil seal. It can be changed on its own, and the machine will continue to work. Shelf life is 2 years, but in reality she can work more than ten years.
How much does the Oka washing machine cost? The price depends on the volume of the tank and the size of the machine.
The price of the model 60 is only 1160 rubles. Model 9M costs 3430 rubles.