You can keep the door closed on Whirlpool’s new self-drying washers

Whirlpool has announced a new feature for its front-loading washing machines. Called the FreshFlow Vent System, it will dry the appliance’s drum, door, and rubber seals after a wash cycle. The system will reduce the growth of mold and bacteria and will save you from having to remember to leave the washer door open to passively dry its interior.

The new FreshFlow Vent System is being introduced on a pair of new Whirlpool washing machines ranging in price from $999 to $1,199 that are available now. The new feature doesn’t run automatically once a load of clothing has been washed; instead, the system requires you to close the washer door and start a “Dry Drum” cycle, which uses a fan to completely dry out the interior of the washer.

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