Midea 12kg Twin Tub Semi-Automatic Washing Machine in Kenya

The Midea 12kg Twin Tub Washing Machine price in kenya is KES 29,500. Also known as the model MT100W120/WG, it is a semi-automatic top-loading washing machine with a 12kg wash tub and a 7kg spin tub, a dual force pulsator for multi-directional deep cleaning, a spin air dry function that circulates air through clothes during spinning, overheat motor protection, four caster wheels for easy movement, a magic cleaning filter, a water inlet selector switch, a rust-proof plastic body, a soak function, and manual timer controls. It runs on standard 220-240V Kenyan power at 1000 RPM, and comes with a 1-year warranty.

Midea 12kg Twin Tub Washing Machine Full Specifications:

12kg Versus 10kg:

The Midea 12kg twin tub is the step up from the 10kg Washing Machine model. The extra 2kg wash capacity makes a real practical difference for Kenyan families of 5 or more people, or households that do major laundry sessions such as bedsheets, duvets, school uniforms and towels in the same wash cycle. A 12kg tub can take a whole set of double bedsheets and some more garments in one go, whereas a 10kg tub could need two loads for the same amount. Families that do laundry 2-3 times a week would save water, time and electricity on wash day with fewer loads per session.

Dual Force Pulsator:

The Midea dual force pulsator has two spinning pieces, a big outer pulsator and a small inner pulsator which create opposing water currents at the same time. This competing current action provides a washing motion that more closely replicates the variable pressure and direction changes of hand-washing than a single unidirectional pulsator. The multi-directional flow penetrates fabric fibers from all angles to dislodge dirt and particles buried into the fabric across the entire 12kg load, without agitating any one particular location. This results in a deeper, more even clean all over the drum, while it is still soft enough for everyday clothes, school uniforms and lighter fabrics.

Spin Air Dry:

The spin air dry feature uses an air circulation mechanism in the spin cycle that draws air through the inner drum while the 7kg spin tub spins. The centrifugal force throws water from the fabric and the circulating air speeds the evaporation of any remaining surface moisture which centrifugal force alone cannot remove. Clothes coming out of the spin tub are noticeably dryer than from machines without this function, meaning faster line-drying time in Nairobi’s varied weather and less chance of washing smelling musty if drying conditions are damp or slow.

Four Caster Wheels:

The Midea 12kg twin tub comes with four caster wheels fitted at the base. At approximately 30kg net weight, this machine is too heavy to lift and reposition by hand during normal use. The caster wheels allow you to slide the machine into position for use, next to a water tap and drain point, and slide it back out of the way when not in use, in a utility area, bathroom, or small laundry space. For Kenyan homes where the laundry area is not a dedicated permanent space, the caster wheels make this practical convenience possible without the physical effort and risk of injury that lifting a 30kg appliance involves.

Overheat Protection and Magic Cleaning Filter:

The motor overheat safety circuit monitors the motor temperature during operation and will immediately shut down the motor if it exceeds 130 degrees Celsius, protecting the motor winding from damage due to extended high-load use or anomalies in the electrical supply. This protection is especially important in Kenya where load shedding events can cause fluctuations in the electrical supply. The magic cleaning filter is a retractable mesh bag to trap lint, fluff, soap residue and small particles while washing, so they don’t settle back onto clean clothing and accumulate in the filter for simple removal and disposal between washes.

Soak Function, Inlet Switch, and Manual Controls:

The machine has a specialized soak option which allows the clothing to soak in water before starting the wash cycle. This loosens stubborn stains and badly dirty textiles before the pulsator agitation starts. Good for school uniforms, sports outfits and work items with ingrained grime. The water inlet selector switch allows you to select the water supply hose connection between the wash tub and the spin tub without moving the hose. This eliminates spillage while switching from washing to rinsing. The manual knob controls for wash time and spin time are easy and dependable, with no digital interface to worry about.