Our SteamWasher...will change the way people think about clothing care
Soon Kwon, president of Digital Appliances for LG Electronics USA

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LG Electronics introduced what it claims is the world's first washing system that incorporates steam technology at the 2006 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show, sponsored by NKBA, in Chicago, Illinois.

"With the addition of our SteamWasher, LG will not only improve washing performance and save energy, but will change the way people think about clothing care," said Soon Kwon, president of Digital Appliances for LG Electronics USA, Inc.

As the latest addition to LG's laundry portfolio, the ultra-large capacity unit incorporates a steam generator that enables higher energy efficiency and water conservation when compared to traditional machines. Steam can be incorporated into the wash cycle in one of two ways. The first is with a 20-minute SteamFresh Cycle, which uses steam to reduce wrinkles and refresh clothing without the use of water or detergent. As a second option, consumers can opt to combine steam with a hot or warm water wash cycle.

The SteamWasher also features a 4.0 cubic feet drum and has a menu-driven control panel with a blue LCD screen that offers a multi-lingual option -- English, French and Spanish.

The LG SteamWasher carries a manufacturer's suggested retail price ranging from $1,499 to $1,599 for the washer, and $1,049 to $1,199 for the dryer.