Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 All the washers and dryers are going to be replaced in the next couple months. All the washers will be front loaders and the equipment will be all Maytag. Some will now be cc only and a couple will still be coin operated. Unfortunately non will work with the MBs like they do on the ships.For those of you who have stayed at AoA and PO the set-up will be the same. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Spiffy!! Thanks for the info, Dave. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Memphis 105 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Hope they have better luck with Maytag than I did. Been trying for over a month to get a 5 year old front load washer fixed. (FYI NEVER use Sears service) My old washer was 1/4 the price and worked for over 25 year with only minor DIY repairs. I would be using it today but if fell victim to a house fire. Thanks for the update. Nice to hear about the upgrades. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Thanks for keeping us up to date, Dave. This may be a good time for me to ask about something I heard a long time ago. Are the washers and dryers owned and operated by Disney, or is it an outside contractor? TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Cards will be much easier than change! BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Specularius 102 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Guess with this change and the arcade dying out, there will not be any need to haul 20 pounds of quarters in the camper. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted January 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Thanks for keeping us up to date, Dave. This may be a good time for me to ask about something I heard a long time ago. Are the washers and dryers owned and operated by Disney, or is it an outside contractor? TCDOutside contractor. When I talked to the fellow today I mentioned the fact that the current front loaders are usually out of service and his comment was "these machines aren't ours, we currently have AoA and POR. We actually thought that last year when a "non CM" was collecting the money from the machines. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Outside contractor. When I talked to the fellow today I mentioned the fact that the current front loaders are usually out of service and his comment was "these machines aren't ours, we currently have AoA and POR. We actually thought that last year when a "non CM" was collecting the money from the machines. That's what I heard too. Very smart on Disney's part- they don't have to worry about maintaining the machines, and probably get a hefty cut of the collections. But, I'm pretty sure I've seen Disney CM's removing the money from the change machines. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Guess with this change and the arcade dying out, there will not be any need to haul 20 pounds of quarters in the camper. I was thinking the same thing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cortezcapt (Derek) 156 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Now they need to get the ice machines to take cards or better yet MBs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Now they need to get the ice machines to take cards or better yet MBs. Yes please! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sherryberry 35 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Now they need to get the ice machines to take cards or better yet MBs. I'd just be happy if they kept the ice machines all working! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Fortunately with ice, a quick stop at the trading post solves that problem. We NEVER use the ice machines. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sherryberry 35 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 We bought a couple bags at Walmart the other day, just because we were already there. I think the stuff you buy in the stores is better than the ice machines anyways - I just think if they're going to have ice machines at the comfort stations, they should make sure they're working. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Fortunately with ice, a quick stop at the trading post solves that problem. We NEVER use the ice machines. We did once this past trip (I'm not sure why exactly) and it was practically melted coming out of the machine. All other ice was purchased at the TP. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 More info from Orlando Theme Park News. Check out the part I bolded in purple... Walt Disney World Hotels: Guest Laundry Facilities Update Wednesday, March 04, 2015 | Posted by OTPN administrator All Guest laundry facilities found at Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Disneyland Resort hotels, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, and Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort are currently in the process of being upgraded to new self-reporting high-efficiency machines that will be much more efficient than before.In addition, new payment options will also be available for Guests. Continue to read to learn more details about these much-needed upgrades: LAUNDRY MACHINE UPGRADESAll Guest laundry facilities at impacted sites will be upgraded to include new self-reporting high efficiency TurboWash machines that will allow for: Quicker cycles, ultimately reducing overall wash times and water consumptionFlexible wash optionsLarge capacity for bulky itemsReduced service cost and minimal downtime due to self-diagnostic featuresEnhanced features including the LaundryView option that allows Guests to view machine availability and receive text message notifications when cycle is complete (to use this feature, Guests can scan the UR code or enter www.laundryview.com/disneyworld into their phone browser and click on a location to view the status of each laundry machine and how much time is remaining on each cycle. To receive text messages when the cycle is complete, Guests can click “Options” to enter a phone number).PAYMENT OPTION CHANGESGuests will now have the option to pay with credit/debit cards (or coins at select locations only.)Credit/debit card locationsGuests will have the option to pay with credit/debit cards at all Guest laundry facilities. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and debit cards will all be accepted at pay station kiosk machines located inside each Guest laundry facility. Locations with credit/debit card options will also have a card-dispensing system in a backstage area. If a Guest does not wish to pay with a debit/credit card, Cast Members can use the system to provide the Guest with a temporary card with added value (cost to the Guest) that will enable the machine. DVC Resorts: As always, Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members will not be charged for machine usage per load. Members will only be charged for soap purchases. Soap dispensers at all DVC Resorts and Disneyland Resort hotels will only accept credit/debit cards. http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2015/03/walt-disney-world-hotels-guest-laundry.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 Enhanced features including the LaundryView option that allows Guests to view machine availability and receive text message notifications when cycle is complete This same feature should be implemented for Stall #2. Avatab.... Steve 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted March 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 More info from Orlando Theme Park News. Check out the part I bolded in purple... http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2015/03/walt-disney-world-hotels-guest-laundry.htmlQuote Walt Disney World Hotels: Guest Laundry Facilities UpdateWednesday, March 04, 2015 | Posted by OTPN administratorAll Guest laundry facilities found at Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Disneyland Resort hotels, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, and Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort are currently in the process of being upgraded to new self-reporting high-efficiency machines that will be much more efficient than before.And where was that info posted first? FORT FIENDS :clint: Avatab.... Steve and BradyBzLyn...Mo 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Memphis 105 Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 This same feature should be implemented for Stall #2. Would be good to get availability but I am pretty good at knowing when the cycle is complete. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
djsamuel 322 Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 Would be good to get availability but I am pretty good at knowing when the cycle is complete. You must not be older. :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 Seeing reports on Facebook that the new machines are in place in the 800 loop....and I would guess other loops as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 From the pics I saw on Facebook too they are the same as I had here at FQ. All front loaders here. Vending machine was $1 for detergent and $1 for two dryer sheets. $2 to wash, about 34 minutes. $2 to dry, about 60. Worked well and had no problems using my wife's card to pay. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 Glad to hear the prices didn't go up! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mtnmanky...aka Leon 72 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 ".......using my wife's card to pay" best part of the report! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 ".......using my wife's card to pay" best part of the report!It was good but sadly it was also because my card for compromised and shut down while on the trip. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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