Wascomat Gen 6 vs Gen 7: What Laundromat Operators Need to Know

If you run Wascomat or Electrolux commercial washers, you've probably noticed the Gen 6 and Gen 7 designations. But what's actually different, and does it matter? This post covers the generation question; our Wascomat washer guide covers the full W-series, WLD, WED and WUD lineup.

The Key Differences

Gen 6 and Gen 7 refer to different generations of the Wascomat/Electrolux commercial washer lines. The main differences are:

• Controls: Gen 7 machines have updated microprocessor controls with more programmable options.
• Energy efficiency: Gen 7 models generally offer improved water and energy efficiency.
• Parts compatibility: Some parts are interchangeable, but not all. Always verify part numbers, starting with our Wascomat soap tray part number guide.

Soap Tray Compatibility

The soap dispenser tray is one area where Gen 6 and Gen 7 share the same design — specifically, trays with part numbers #432240101 and #472995401. If your machine uses either of these part numbers, the same soap tray organizer kit works for both generations.

How to check: Pull out the soap tray and look for the part number molded into the plastic, usually on the bottom or side. Once the kit arrives, our Wascomat soap tray kit install guide takes it from there.

Should You Upgrade?

If your Gen 6 machines are running well, there's no urgent reason to upgrade. The efficiency gains are incremental. Upgrade when machines reach end of life or when repair costs exceed 50% of replacement cost.