LAUNDRY SYSTEM

摘要

An integrated processing unit (1204) is disclosed that is able to wash, extract, and dry a laundry batch in a common space (without having to transfer the laundry batch between different machines). The integrated processing unit (1204) includes a housing (1250), as well upper and lower housing access doors (1264, 1278). A perforated and rotatable basket (1300) is disposed within the housing (1250), and includes multiple, removable basket access doors (1330). Multiple balancing tubes (1314), each having a pair of chambers (1318a, 1318b), are disposed within the basket (1300). A heater (1292) is provided for evaporating liquid from a laundry batch within the basket (1300), and cooling coils (1290) are provided for condensing these vapors. Both the heater (1292) and cooling coils (1290) are disposed within the housing (1250).