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"We are thrilled that LG has developed a washer-dryer combination machine that is so effective at reducing common household allergens that we are able to certify it asthma & allergy friendly," said Mike Tringale, AAFA director of external affairs. "By designing a special wash cycle that meets our standards, LG has created a tool that can help millions of Americans in their efforts to reduce their exposure to allergens throughout the year."

The LG SteamWasher and Dryer Combo with Allergiene cycle utilizes LG's TrueSteam(TM) Generator for real steam in the wash tub. The steam technology allows the wash to reach the appropriate temperature necessary to breakdown and wash out allergens - without harming fabrics. The Allergiene cycle has been expertly designed to effectively remove more than 95 percent of allergens and gently clean clothes. The use of steam technology offers exceptional cleaning power for outstanding performance and includes other features such as:

-- SteamWash(TM) - feeds hot steam into the top of the wash drum through

a spray nozzle to penetrate the fabrics; removes dirt and stubborn

stains; and better dissolves cleaning agents without causing excessive

wear and tear on garments.

-- SteamFresh(TM) - the SteamWasher's 20-minute steam-only cycle uses

steam to freshen and reduce wrinkles on clothes- resulting in less

ironing and fewer trips to the dry cleaner.

"Our new Allergiene steam combo extends this industry-first benefit to more consumers who need to reduce allergens in their washable fabrics in order to be better prepared this allergy season," said John Weinstock, vice president of marketing, LG Electronics USA, Inc. Digital Appliances. "This exciting new application of our TrueSteam technology is the latest example of how our continued innovation in steam laundry can provide meaningful new benefi
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