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Obtain Washer/Dryer Combo Tub capacity

What is the Whirlpool Compact Laundry Center LTE5243DQ8 tub capacity?

Tub Capacity as per Manufacturer Specifications (in cubic feet):

The manufacturers began using cubic feet capacity numbers only recently. Previously, they used relative terms such as "Large" or "Extra Capacity" or laundry weight (e.g. "16 lbs per load") which did not take into account different fabric weight and volume. Others referred to capacity in terms of water used. Even washers available today do not have capacity written in the manual because the same manual can be used across multiple models. Once the washer is no longer sold, the sales literature is discarded and capacity information often lost.

Analyzing washers and their components, searching through old technical information and sales literature, and determining their capacity is a labor intensive and time-consuming task and we are far from finished. A small charge will help us continue our research.

Consider this: if you were to spend more than few minutes looking for tub capacity on the internet, you would be earning LESS than minimum wage.

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Calculate Washer/Dryer Combo Tub capacity

This is a geometric method to calculate tub capacity based on the cylinder volume formula. Unfortunately, the value could be as much as 25% off from the manufacturer stated capacity.

Why? Because a tub is not exactly a cylinder. The edge where bottom connected to the wall is not at 90 degree angle but smooth and rounded. The water line is not clearly marked and the bottom is not always flat. Finally, an agitator also takes capacity away from the tub.

This method can be used as a crude estimate but we do not recommend using it for comparisson when shopping for a new washer.

Determine your washer/dryer combo tub capacity by taking two simple measurements:



1. Use the ruler to measure the depth of the tub (indicated by the red line on the diagram)

2. Now find the distance accross the tub, the diameter (the green line on the diagram). Note that some tubs are narrow at the opening. In this case make the measurements INSIDE the tub.

Solution:

Tub Depth: in.   Tub Diameter: in. Calculate Tub Capacity

Answer:

The Whirlpool Compact Laundry Center LTE5243DQ8 tub capacity is

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cubic feet.

DOE (Department of Energy) vs. I.E.C. (International Efficiency Consortium) tub capacity values

The tub capacity calculator provides result in the DOE cubic feet which are CONVENTIONAL, i.e. normal cubic feet. The front loading appliance manufacturers prefer to use IEC cubic feet in their specification. IEC capacity in a front loader is the equivalent of the laundry size of a top loading washer and usually result in a higher number. For instance, a 4.7 cu. ft EC capacity transaltes into 4.1 conventional cu. ft for some washers and into 4.2 cu. ft for others. There is no simple multiplier that can be applied to an IEC value to translate it into DOE capacity. Make sure to use the manufacturer's part number when ordering a replacement.

Part list and Diagrams

Partial list of this Whirlpool Laundry Center components

(for additional details, please see All Parts & Diagrams)

Washer/dryer control panel parts section includes panel, control knob, timer (dryer) end cap, console (l.h. & r.h.) switch, water temperature switch, water level disconnect block (connects with automatic timer) screw, end cap mounting (4) knob, push-to-start timer, control (60 hz.) (dryer) (timer motor not serviceable) spring, console lock (2).   Dryer front panel and door parts parts are screw, 6-20 x 7/8 screw, door mount to hinge & panel (10) door, front catch, door door switch screw, 10-16 x 1/2 (2) (front panel to side panel) panel, front bearing & seal handle, door clip, felt pad (2).   Dryer cabinet and motor parts parts are screw, 10-16 x 1/2 elbow, lower panel, side (r.h.) clip, ground cover, terminal block clip, front panel (2) idler & pulley assembly pulley, motor (60 hz.) base, dryer clip.   Dryer bulkhead parts section contains clip, heater box to bulkhead element, heater clip, air duct to bulkhead clip, strain relief clip, wiring harness (3) tri-ring (4) screw, baffle mounting (6) (11-16 x 3/4) thermostat, heater box (200 f) terminal screw, 8-18 x 1/2.   Dryer support and washer parts section includes clip cover, channel clip, harness and hose plug, terminal (3-way) (connects with automatic lid switch harness) screw, 10-24 x 3/8 hose, pressure switch screw, 10-24 x 3/8 (8) (washer cabinet to dryer supports) harness, lower (automatic) (includes illus. 6a, 6b & 6c) clip, pressure switch hose (2) block, disconnect (connects with automatic washer motor).   Washer top and lid parts components are clip, harness routing screw, 10-16 x 1/2 bearing, lid hinge (2) screw, ground (10-24 x 1/2) top strike, lid switch screw & washer, lid switch shield (2) hinge, lid (2) bumper, lid (2) clip, spring (2) (top to cabinet).   Washer cabinet parts components are hose, water inlet (siphon break to tub ring) link, leveling clamp, hose clip, condenser siphon break foot, front (2) nut, push-in (2) panel, front hose, water inlet (siphon break to mixing valve) hose, drain.   Brake, clutch, gearcase, motor and pump parts components are clip (anti-rattle) screw, 10-16 x 5/8 motor, main drive band and lining (includes illus. 7 & 8) plate, motor spring, clutch clutch (complete) ring, retainer ring, spin tube support washer, spin tube thrust.   Machine base parts components are spring, counterweight shield, tub shield, tub screw, 10-24 3/8 screw, 10-24 x 3/8 screw, 10-16 x 1/2 centerpost bearing kit (incls. illus. 10, 11, & 12) suspension assembly (3) bracket, counterweight spring tub support and drum.   Tub and basket parts parts include gasket, tub ring block, basket drive tub ring & gasket (includes illus. 7, 14 & 15) washer filter, agitator screw & washer (tub mounting) clamp, hose screw & washer (5/16-24 x 1) clip, retaining nut, spanner.   Water system parts parts include sleeve kit, plastic drain hose (contains 2 sleeves) clamp, hose connector, hose connector, straight clamp, hose (2) hose, inlet (2) u-bend hose, corrugated plastic drain (6 1/2 ft.) (for fsou & twin-twin) hose, corrugated plastic drain (5 1/2 ft.) siphon break kit (not included).   Gearcase parts parts are gear, agitate (includes 15 and 29) bearing, thrust ball, bearing seal, thrust plug seal, gearcase cover washer kit, thrust rack, connecting ring, retaining (2) seal, spin pinion shaft, agitator (complete).   Brake and drive tube parts parts include ring, retaining tube, basket drive (includes illus. 3, 4, 5 & 9) sleeve, brake spring ring, retaining cap, brake spring (2) cam, brake release spring, brake seal, drive tube shoe, brake (2) lubricant (use only in brake shoe assembly on roller & pin).   Product accessory parts components are side exhaust extension kit (complete) screw, 8-18 x 1/2 clip.   Miscellaneous parts, optional parts (not included) is composed of foot, front (2) paint, touch-up (1/2oz.) (white) clamp, hose (upper drain) paint, bulk (1 qt.) (white (uncut)) tie, cable clamp, hose foot, rear (2) oil, gearcase (16 oz.) lubricant (use only in brake shoe assembly on roller and pin) miscellaneous parts bag.