Might be simpler to just find an old washer and dryer that don’t have the modern electronics.
I dont think that there are big old frontloaders available. Are there?
Yup, get a used set for a hundred bucks on Craigslist. Get em for free if you are fast enough.
My washer and dryer are on my nighty prayer list. Paid $400 for both of them about 15 years ago. My ancient first microwave also still works fine. I see no need for EPA getting involved in any of this. Life was fine without all the whistles and bells that do nothing but cost more money than is necessary to spend. Just give me something with a dial that says Stop and Start. Surely people are smart enough to figure out for how long!