This is a substitute replacement for my Kenmore refrigerator actuator arm.  Sears price was $87, but I got it from Amazon for $40. It fit perfectly and I received it in about three days from ordering.  I dreaded installing it because it looked like I would have to tear into the water dispenser.  My concern, what if I dismantled the dispenser, couldn't put it back together and then had to call Sears?!  So, I gave it a try.

I removed the drip tray but there were no screws at the bottom of the module cover like the instructions indicated.  I had to carefully pry out the bottom of the cover, then push down from the top and the cover popped off, no problem. One issue, the cover was still attached to the dispenser module by a ribbon cord.  I couldn't figure out how to detach it so I left it on.  The cover just dangled while unscrewed the three screws at the top of the module.  I carefully wiggled out the module and pulled out the water tube.  Then the module pulled out further so I could work on it.

I detached the red/black wire plug and had to cut it because it ran behind a little box.  I unscrewed two small screws holding the broken actuator arm side prongs and then removed the broken arm.  There was a spring arm that I had to make sure was in front of the actuator arm front prong.  It allows the actuator arm to spring back so it's not constantly turning on the water.  It was an easy thing to do.

Placing the water tube back in the water tube hole in the dispenser seemed impossible.  I struggled with it for awhile then realized it would naturally go back into place as I screwed the module back on the refrigerator.  It turned out to be simple once I realized the tube would just go back in place.  I checked the water dispenser hole once I put in all the screws and I could see the tube was good to go.

The entire job was easy.  It probably took me longer than most folks because I was very cautious and fooled around with the water tube way too long before figuring it out.

Easy job, saved me hundreds by doing it myself.  To have a repairman come to the house would have been $100 just for the person to get to the house.  Then if anything needed to be done, that would have been lots more.


I purchased this to replace a micro-hood and was thrilled to find it in bisque color since it matches everything else in my kitchen.  I decided against buying the bottom of the line hood since this one is enclosed and easier to keep clean.  We installed it vented outside and instructions were pretty clear.  The day after installation my husband realized the hood was -inch higher in front than in back (due to our cabinets and the wood blocks already there, nothing wrong with the hood) and it meant that we could easily SEE the halogen bulbs whether standing in the kitchen or sitting at the counter.  UGH!  To fix it would be more work than we wanted to do.  However, I realized that the halogen bulbs got very hot very quickly and the light it gave off was actually brighter than I wanted.  After reading on several sites about people using LED lights (which Broan does not recommend) I thought I'd try them.  After trying PAR20 bulbs that definitely stuck out longer and shielded the bulb from viewbut gave off too warm a light, I tried a couple of GE Bright White PAR16 LED bulbs that I purchased at my local Walmart.  Because they are shorter the look is MUCH cleaner, and the light is brighter/not as yellow.  Yes, they flicker a bit on the low setting, but I typically plan to use the high setting for the light since I have real night lights in the kitchen for that purpose; also these lights have a 35-degree angle beam which are almost perfect for covering my entire cooktop, although a little less bright in the back but sufficient nonetheless.  And they stay cool while on.

As for the fan, as others have stated, I find the low setting VERY QUIET but not very effective; the high setting works great, especially ducted.  (NOTE:  when installing vented outside, make sure to alter the baffle so it does NOT recirculate the air inside.)  The hood is very attractive with minimal lines; in the Bisque-on-Bisque everything blends nicely.  I love having more vertical space between my large cooking pots and the hood.  And the price was good.  Broan customer service was wonderful--we were missing the mounting hardware, and after calling they sent out the hardware the next day via UPS.

P.S.  Amazon's customer service with this order was EXCELLENT.  UPS inadvertently shipped my hood to Canada; Amazon sent out another hood overnight so it would be here for our installer; we simply refused the UPS delivery of the initial hood when is arrived.


I've used this all day long today.  Although this came a few days ago, I just settled down to use it today.  I really put it through it's paces.  Here are a few tips and thoughts.

Your floor will get wet, I really don't see a way to completely avoid this.

Don't overload it! you really can only wash a few pieces well.

Although you can drain the washer with the clothing still in it, I found my clothes got cleaner if I took them out and THEN drained the washer.  Doing it the other way deposited a lot of the lint and dirt back onto the clothing and thereby into the rinse water.

The fill hose is junk.  I thought it would be no big deal to fill using a bucket, but by the end of the day, that was getting old. If I got the washer too full of water, it would slosh over to the spinner.

You can't really run the spinner and the drain pump at the same time.  If you have to choose which to do first, then run the spinner.  The drain pump will work to flush the spinner water out of the hose.

The pump is not strong enough in my opinion.  It would not move most of the water up to a standard drainpipe height, or the lavatory.  However, the hose was long enough to reach my toilet bowl, so that is where it went. I have a gray water system, so I was not thrilled with having all my wash/rinse water going into my sewage.  I'll come up with a different answer, but the toilet bowl worked for today.

When draining the dirty water, keep the water agitated with your hand from time to time.  That  prevents a lot of dirty/linty deposits on the side of the washer.  When the last bit is draining out, pour some clean water in behind it.  That pushes the dirty water away from the washer and your next load of water will stay cleaner.

You really can reuse the water, either as another washload's worth, or discard each wash water, but reuse the rinse water as the next wash water. I used this technique a lot more toward the end of the day, not wanting to fill yet another bucket. I should have done so earlier.

When you are completely done, as a last rinse for both the washer and the spinner, use some vinegar water.  Spin first, then use the drain pump to empty the washer , and that will leave only clean, slightly vinegary water residue in the unit and in the drain hose. Wipe everything down with a clean dry microfiber cloth and give yourself a hearty, "Well done!"

I hope any of this is helpful to a new buyer.  It is a fine machine, and I'm glad to have it. It just has some quirks.


We are very happy with the way the range looks as well as how it cooks.  We have several problems with it:  First of all, it is very difficult to keep the top cooking surface clean.  This is in part because the surface is black and shows every little speck, spot, and spill.  Another color, such as gray, might have been much more practical.  Because the surface is such a dark color, it never looks totally clean.  Another problem is that the range has a rubber strip just above the control knobs and below the cooking surface.  Surely there is a better way to design this using a different material.  Crumbs are constantly falling behind the rubber strip and it is just about impossible to keep this area clean.  Paper towels with a surface cleaner would be my first choice for materials to clean this area, however, the paper towel turns to lint which becomes trapped along the rubber strip.  I find myself keeping a toothbrush under the sink to use for the sole purpose of trying to keep the rubber strip clean.  I am very diligent about cleaning the stove after every use (and this use is somewhat light because there are only two people in the household), and find that it is extremely difficult, even impossible to keep the range truly clean.  Additionally, the metal that is used around the control touch pad and stove knobs is not robust at all.  It dents and chips with very little use and although it looks "okay" after less than two months' use, I can only imagine what it will look like after a few years' use.  Our house burned to the ground after 37 years of marriage and we were forced to replace not only the house, but all of its contents as well.  We bought the Frigidaire Gallery Collection refrigerator, gas range, microwave, and dishwasher with the hope of having an attractive well made matching stainless steel equipped kitchen. We have been happy with the microwave and dishwasher.  The refrigerator is "okay," and will be able to provide adequate service for us, however, it seems cheaply made and the configuration of its interior does not seem well thought out at all. It seems quite flimsy and the internal configuration is not as efficient as it could be. The gas range is a big concern regarding how well it will stand up to use and what it will look like in a few years or even months.  I really, really wanted to like the gallery collection but can't really recommend it, especially the gas range and refrigerator.


About the only part on a normal dryer that wears out are these ... uh ... wear strips! The first dryer we had (nearly 40 years ago) had a similar arrangement and all I ever did was put in new wear strips every 3-4 years. At 23 years, the motor finally quit. The local parts dealer wanted $230 for a motor and the Internet and (appliancepartspros.com) wasn't around yet so we bought the present dryer!. Eureka. As it turns out, neither dryer was labeled General Electric BUT both were made by General Electric. And the newer design was even easier to check the wear strips! Sure enough, every 3-4 years the dryer starts making that little scraping noise as it runs signalling those slide strips need replacement. BTW, do NOT wait months to replace these. If allowed to continue for a long time (ie, months), the drum [carries the clothes around and round] will wear into the plastic framework that holds the wear strips and supports the front of the drum. Yes, it is also replaceable but why spend another $30 - $40 and the extra hour or so if you don't need to, eh!

So we bought the wear strip kit (Dryer Drum Slide Kit 4 Pack for General Electric, Hotpoint, WE1M316, WE1M333, WE1M481) and headed for the laundry room with a Phillips head screwdriver and a can of silicon spray. Four screws and 15 minutes later we had installed four wear strips, sprayed them with the silicone, reassembled the dryer and were drying clothes. You can check but I would guess to have the local repair guy come to the house for that would run $175 - $200. Just amazing what you can do with a screwdriver! :-)

BTW, while you have the front off to replace the wear strips, take the opportunity to clean out all the lint in and around and under the dryer. A vacuum with a few extensions and the long narrow nozzle will make short work of the lint. Do NOT go banging into things / wires too hard, ya hear! LoL  If you find a lot of lint (like inches thick) under the machine, make sure the ductwork (from dryer to outside vent) is not clogged and that all the joints have been taped properly. Lint can be a fire hazard if it piles up too much in the wrong places. I clean that ductwork every 6 months (the outside vent cover more often even).


Kit consists of 3 coils. Try replacing just the largest (single) coil first, as this appears to be the one that turns the gas valve ON (coil closest to the burner). That worked for me. The matching pair of coils on the OFF (closest to the gas supply line) valve need to be stronger to make sure the valve turns off (thus, two coils).
The color coding on my old Maytag dryer wiring did not match the colors or polarity on these coils, but that's not a big deal as they are AC coils. This might be an issue if you must replace the two smaller (gas OFF) coils, since they should work as a pair. Just go with matching up all the White wires, and wire one coil at a time if that's the case for you (very unlikely).
My dryer has a pop-open inspection door to view the burner. You should see the ignitor get red-hot, hear the valve plunger click as the coil pulls open the gas valve, then see the gas burner ignite. If the ignitor glows but there's no flame (no gas), the ignitor will automatically turn off, then try the cycle again a minute later. Leaving your clothes to tumble for hours with no heat will wear them threadbare.
Kit comes with clear diagram/instruction sheets, 2 wire nuts for each coil, pre-stripped leads, and a new O-ring for sealing each valve, so has everything you need for this fix. Remove nuts from coil cage to expose coil and remove old rubber O-ring. Cut the old coil wires close to the coil, strip the wires, connect the new coil wires tightly with wire nuts. Then assemble the coil, flat plate, and O-ring as a unit. Slide everything gently over the plunger (round post) and secure. My model has a small clamp holding all the loose wires in place.
You'll need small nut drivers, wire cutter, wire stripper, and you'll have to remove the front of the dryer (mine has two phillips screws near the bottom of the front panel). Turn off the gas (mine has an internal shut-off near the gas valve) and pull the AC plug from the wall.
Clean out all the lint with a vacuum and the (flat) cushion attachment while you're in there, especially inside the exhaust/lint filter channel (mine had a glob of lint stuck in it the size of my fist, though it still passed air). A bunch of screws held a cover for that channel, right in front of the lint filter. Don't touch the ignitor -- they're fragile.


Great product but they need to include more rods in the kit. I had to buy a second set of rods and that still wasn't enough so Ill end up spending $60+ dollars on this kit which isn't terrible if you factor what you would get charged out in town, but still, its plastic rods with a brush attached....thats overpriced for something so simple.

So enough of me complaining about it being overpriced and get to the review. It works GREAT if you aren't an idiot and use common sense when using it.

1.  Always CLOCKWISE..... again always CLOCKWISE, I cant be anymore clear about this.
2.  Use electrical tape or duct tape as a backup in case you screw up on number 1 above. Its a good safety measure so just do it, it only takes a few seconds per rod to wrap in tape.
3.  Feed one rod at a time, taping each one as you go.
4.  Dont force the rods if you get resistance with the drill attached. If you get resistance, remove the drill from the rod and using your hands wiggle/shift the rods until you get past the resistance and then reconnect the drill and continue. Most likely if you reach resistance is likely one of two things. (1) You have a large bend in your duct or (2) you have a lot of blockage. If its number 2, start pulling the rod out (with or without the drill attached (if the drill remains attached, remember to always spin  CLOCKWISE) as youve probably hit a patch of lint clogged heavily in one area. Pulling the rod out will likely pull a large portion of lint youve broken loose out with the rod and brush  attachment so vacuum it up or blow it out if you have a leaf blower and then start again (I didn't disconnect rods during this step but I did take my time to hand feed the rod and brush back in to ensure I didn't damage the rods).
5.  Once youve reached the end of your vent, start pulling your rods out the same way you went in (CLOCKWISE) so that you catch any debris you might have missed on the initial cleaning.  I pushed the brush through 2-3 times in total from different sides of the vent since I was short a few rods and used the leaf blower 4-6 times in between to ensure I was pushing any lint to the exterior of the house (never blow the leaf blower into the house, only blow to the outside of the house unless you want a HUGE mess in your house.
6.  Lastly, Id recommend using a face mask/respirator mask as this stuff is messy and you don't know whats growing in it. I had some cheap carpentry mask but will use a better version next time I clean it as its not fun to breath in.


This is a temperature and humidity digital display which is powered by a single AAA battery (included). The accuracy of any device such as this is tricky because it has to be measured against similar devices which may be inaccurate. I have two other devices which measure temperature and I can say that this seems to measure temperature fluctuations much more rapidly than either of them do. It came within a half degree to a degree and a half of the one that I felt was more accurate.

My general sense is that this is a sensitive and sufficiently accurate device based on its performance in a room which was warm and then cooled with air conditioning as it seemed to make reasonable adjustments  based on how I felt. It also has much finer gradations (to the 10th decimal place). It also responded to the focus of a light which radiated heat when I positioned the light above it and the temperature fluctuated slightly with the added warmth.

In terms of the humidity reading, I have a very high level air cleaner which monitors humidity and this was within 2-4 percentage points of its reading. I think the fluctuation within the room was accounted for by the fact that they were on opposite ends (except for the short time in which I took the photo) the and air cleaner was humidifying the room from its water tank (hence, it read slightly higher). This leads me to believe that the reading on the ThermoPro is pretty accurate for a consumer-level device. It's certainly accurate enough for daily use, but it's not scientific level accuracy (nor did I expect it to be).

In terms of the construction, it's made entirely of plastic, but is not flimsy. It's a mid-range product in terms of look and feel  a simple design with two options for viewing  a little stand on the bottom which flips out and clicks in place or lies flat and a magnet. The main reason I'm giving this 4 stars instead of 5 is that the little stand has only one position so you can only view the display at one angle. Depending on the lighting, this angle may be a very poor option for your viewing. With my desk light on, I could see strong shadows of the digital display that made it nearly impossible to see the readings. It was fine with the lamp off, but the limits on the display angle make me cater the environment to the device. One more notch on the stand for a second angle likely would have solved this. Fortunately, the other option for display, the magnet, is a good one. At a 90-degree angle, this can be viewed well under the lighting conditions I have and the magnet is strong enough to hold the weight of the hygrometer without it sliding down. All in all, for casual indoor consumer use, I think this is accurate and handy for determining temperature and humidity.

Note: I received a free sample of this product for my assessment.


I LOVE our little machine.  It takes work to use it but it is worth it.  The washing side does a great job getting clothes clean and the spin dryer gets most of the water out. You don't need much soap at all.  I wash everything except sheets and towels in it.  I don't have anywhere to hang such large things up in the apartment so they have to go to the communal washer/dryer room - which I totally hate.  I wish I would have bought this YEARS ago.  I'd like to get the dryer too, but we don't have any room for it. This machine has already paid for itself.

Just some FYIs:  It does take work to use it because you have to switch clothes from one side to the other.  Keep a towel handy to mop up whatever drips you have while doing that.  If you fill up the washing side to the "H" (high) water line be aware there might be some slight leaking (meaning drips) that come out from under the lid, it is not a sealing lid, so water can splash out while it's washing.  Follow the directions and only spin 1/2 of the load that you washed at a time. Yes, it takes longer, but the clothes come out almost dry.  On this model, you can put water into the spin side to rinse while you are spinning.  You DON'T fill it up, but running a little bit in works wonders.  I was lucky in that the water hose DOES fit on my bathroom faucet, but you can fill up the washer side with a bucket - or if you are in the bathroom, a hand-held shower head works great.  The biggest issue I have is keeping the drain hose in the sink.  It didn't like to stay up there sometimes. I had to rig up something to keep it in place while washing or you can use a big bucket.  Pay attention to how much your bucket is filling though or you'll have a mess on your hands!  Last tip: Catching Lint. There is a LOT of lint produced so I have a lint catcher (bought at Daiso for $1.50) that I can toss into the washer with my laundry and I also attached an old hosiery sock at the end of the drain tube with a rubber band.  They catch TONS of lint.  The lint catcher that is built into the machine catches NOTHING.

Bottom line: If you don't mind a bit of work, get this machine. You won't regret it. I enjoy laundry now. I wish I had this for the last 16 years I've been in my little apartment.


This dishwasher is so different, that it takes some getting used to. We almost went with a more traditional model. We're so glad we didn't! It cleans just as well as any dishwasher. Some reviewers have said their dishes are not dry, but mine are as dry as they were in any previous dishwasher I've owned. No, it will not clean poorly-rinsed dishes with caked-on food in one wash, but what dishwasher will? The cycle takes longer than my old dishwasher. But I understand that all the newer energy-star models do. Bummer, but I guess that's "progress" for you!

But what a great design! There are no more "rules"... No more "this has to go here, and that has to go there". I can put full-sized dinner plates on top, put any item anywhere there is room. The racking system is very flexible. After just a tiny amount of experimenting around (I started feeling comfortable with it after just one or two loads), you'll find that it allows you to move things around and change it up depending on the dishes you have. What a concept! With my old dishwasher, at times I used to find that the top rack was full, but the bottom was empty. I would be left trying to decide if it was worth running the dishwasher anyway. I'd be trying to move things around and redistribute the load a little better, but the bottom wasn't really designed to hold cups and glasses, so they would be rattling around. Not so with this dishwasher. Not only can I put any item anywhere it will fit. I also have the option, of course, to run a smaller load in just one drawer.

Think about it. Have you ever had dirty dishes in the dishwasher, but were about to have a snack, which meant more dirty dishes? That used to prevent me from starting the entire load. Not so with two drawers. I can start the fuller of the two and finish off the second one when I am done with my snack. When the dishes from the first load are clean, I start to empty the dishwasher. By the time I am done unloading drawer #1 drawer #2 is done.

I also have really started to like running and emptying smaller loads. I get my favorite mug back faster, and unloading the dishwasher is less daunting because I am done in five minutes.

This dishwasher has done more to change the way I approach a dishwasher than any I have ever seen. I would recommend it to anyone!


I rent an apartment that has no hookup for washers and dryers, so I purchased this dryer to ditch the laundromat. Like other reviewers noted, this dryer does take quite a long time to dry. For example, if you were to dry 6 shirts in this dryer, it would probably take 2 and a half hours for them to be completely dry.

But, as reviewers also noted, a spin dryer really is a FANTASTIC complement to this dryer. I purchased a Haier washer, dryer and spin dryer and installed them the same day. I tried the dryer to see how long it took to dry clothes without the spin dryer and it was quite a long time, probably double the time it takes in a regular dryer, which is understandable since it uses a ton less electricity. But after using the spin dryer, this dryer only takes about 30 to 45 minutes to dry a massive load of clothes!

The dryer can be mounted to the wall, but I keep my dryer on the floor beside the washer and, unfortunately, the buttons are on the bottom of the unit. But the buttons are so easy to manipulate that you can press them with your toes! I just press "On" and then "Start," which defaults to high heat and autosense moisture dry (where it shuts off once it senses that the clothes are dry).

Pros:

--Super easy to operate, and has plenty of options like high heat, low heat, timed dry, autosense moisture dry, etc.
--Easy to clean the filer, which is a circular plastic ring in the back of the inside of the dryer (where the clothes go). Simply pull it off and wipe the lint off.
--Very quiet. I hardly could tell it was on even while sitting 5 feet away.
--Holds quite a large load of clothing. I would say it's capacity is about half as large as a regular dryer, maybe 60%.

Cons:
--Takes quite a while to dry unless you first use a spin dryer to remove excess water.
--Heats up the home quite a bit when in use, which is to be expected.
--It has a vent in the back of the unit that is supposed to be routed outdoors somehow (most people who need this live in apartments, so this isn't really an option), but I just stick an old sock over the vent unit to collect any lint or debris it shoots out.

Overall it's a decent dryer, but I wouldn't care for it as much if I didn't have a spin dryer. It's probably the best compact dryer on the market today for those without the appropriate hookups, but it still is very weak compared to a regular dryer. Get a spin dryer to complement this unit and save yourself a heck of a lot of time. If you need a dryer and don't have the hookup for one, this is probably your best bet.


Top notch seller...very easy to do business with.  I wanted to switch out to the gas model range and they did it for me. Had an issue with the dishwasher not being available so they gave me two options - both of which were better than the original.  Package is about 1/3 less expensive than retail and the company customer service is absolutely outstanding.

These are not floor models, dents or blemish models but brand new in the box just the same as regular retail - but again about 1/3 less which in this case is around $2,000.

The refrigerator is fantastic - great upgrade from our old side by side model.  I thought I would be annoyed somewhat with the new freezer design over what I had before but I've come to appreciate its ease of use. I can see everything now.

The dishwasher takes quite a bit longer than our old GE Signature Series however the auto and extra dry features means no double wash cycles - which is a huge improvement.  The dishes go in dirty (and we have 5 teenagers so don't expect they're pre-treating) and come out clean...and dry.

The microwave is good but I have one annoyance over my old model.  The pre-built settings (like reheat) are listed on a sticker inside the unit so if I want to reheat plate, I have to remember to open the door to get the code I want...which never happens.  I hit the reheat button and then open the door.  Minor annoyance, otherwise it's a great unit.

The stove is also very good but two comments here: 1. There are little light grey labels on a few buttons that I had to find to set things like the clock.  Almost like using a <shift> key on the computer.  2. I cant type in - bake 450 - start. It's bake - up button (goes by 10's until you get close, then let off and go up by 1's) and then start.  That's truly annoying but again, otherwise when the instructions say bake for 22 minutes at 450 - its done.  My previous GE model was +/- 20-30%.

Our appliances take a ton of abuse.  Big family...6 kids and 5 teens (mostly boys too).  I've had a pair of LG Washer/Dryers now for 8 years and they work as well as the day I got them.  The GE appliances in the kitchen were disintegrating by the time we pulled them and replaced them so that's why we went LG for the kitchen. If these hold up the way our other LG appliances have they will be well worth having had to install myself.


Great little convenience item !!!
Make ice quickly, and quietly. With a machine that take up just a small amount of counter space.  Just add H2O !!!
The ice machine does make some ambient noise when in use, and when done the sound of moving parts inside paired with new ice being added to the removable ice bin is all you will hear.
This machine does not refrigerate the ice that it creates.  It will store it till it melts back into water, which will then be created into ice again.  if you leave it plugged in and on it will continue this process over and over, until the water needs to be refilled, or it simply stops working.  I would suggest making the ice you need when you need it, or make it and store it, then turn the machine off, and unplug it.
The only thing that I have had a problem with is the lid which opens on the top of the device.  It is quite bothersome when you are trying to access your ice.  it opens to a point, to were it is standing straight up, and is not allowed to lean back, causing it to fall forward when you are trying to shovel ice out with the included mini ice scoop.  I solved this problem by covering my ice machine with a towel, and when I open the lid I just place the towel over it, when it is in the open position.  It works, and The lid no longer unexpectedly closed in the middle of me accessing ice.
Another note for would be owners of this contraption, is that naturally, as the machine makes its batches of ice, the longer it is left to do so, the larger that ice cubes become.  I am assuming that this is due in part to the cooling coils becoming more cold after each batch, and also that the water is somewhat becoming more cool, as it is turned into ice , and melted = cold water lol.
This particular machine offers two setting small and large, in reference to the size of ice cube you would prefer.  I leave mines on large, and have not tried the smaller setting yet.
These ices cubes are great for use in water bottles, and Hydro Flasks, and will fit in most openings.  I have even fit smaller ones into plastic water bottle openings ( one-by-one ).
I have no gripes with this machine, and am glad that I decided to invest in one, I no longer have to sacrifice, frezzer space, nor do I have to buy bags of ice, unless I'm filling a cooler for the beach.


My mother in law loves the dry-spin feature.. but I'll get to that.

To start from the top.  This is a small-capacity washer/spin-dryer.  As mentioned, it holds limited number of pounds of clothes it can wash.

I normally don't fill the basin more than 1/3 full of clothes/sheets/etc or they get tangled or don't agitate well, but the wash cycle is quick, so it's not a concern.

If you are looking for a normal or even compact full-washing machine, look elsewhere.  You won't get it for this price, so set your expectations realistically.

Next - the lint trap on this is not very good; It's poor to non-functioning really, but I turn my clothes inside out and it is generally only an issue with mixing specific materials together, so I've learned to minimize that.  I would have given it 5 stars if not for the lint problem.  I also put sensitive clothes in the small mesh bags you can buy for cheap to protect more.

So, you put the clothes in - then add water. I like to add water to well cover the clothes.  IF YOU DON'T ADD ENOUGH WATER, your clothes may have some rubbing against the bottom more severely.  Just add a bit more water. I've not had any issues with this.

DRAINING - you do this everytime after.  In the warm weather, I permanently keep this on my back porch, where I can drain off the porch into the grass.  I CAN'T ATTEST to how well this draining feature works into a waist-height sink.  This is probably where people are having issues with leaking.  So while reading my reviews and seeing 4/5 stars, CONSIDER THIS in your purchase.

Next - the spin dry doesn't hold quite as much as the washing side, which could be annoying, but it spin dries so quickly (I do 1 minute per fill) that it doesn't matter to me.

The spin-dry spins until nearly dry/slightly damp.  You will not be able to wring out more water after the spin dry, and on a moderately warm fall day, if you hung the spun-dry clothes, they're dry in an hour or less in my experience.

My mother-in-law LOVES the spin dry.  She likes to hand-wash things and use the spin-dry and likes it more than a commercial dryer despite the capacity being small.

NOTE:

I've had this for about 6-months and haven't had any issues with leaking or other things. Love it, and it works just as well as the day I bought it.


--Edgestar Portable Countertop Dishwasher--

Pros:

The performance of this dishwasher is excellent given its portability and price.  Unlike what other reviewers have posted, it does indeed have the ability to dry dishes by heat on its most powerful cleaning setting (which runs about an hour and a half).  It doesn't just utilize hot water from the sink--the dishwasher adds its own more powerful heat.  I use this dishwasher in my studio apartment, and the end result of dishwashing is generally that dishes turn out as clean as they would in an installed dishwasher of medium performance.  The sink hookup--which is sturdy enough for me to feel confident about leaving my apartment with the washer running--has been made convenient and generally easy to use--for a sink hookup, at least.

Cons:

-it's fairly loud when operating;
-the design of the inside rack, I think, is poor--it's not hard for utensils and smaller dishes to protrude through the bottom of the rack and block the rotating sprayer below.  It's important that you take the time to carefully place your dishes not only for fit inside a small dishwashers, but also to ensure against this kind of blocking;
-it's imperative that you use a rinse aid, as the dishwasher with detergent alone doesn't seem to be effective in preventing spots on clean dishes;
-it's difficult to determine when the dishes are actually finished--the machine will indicate this by beeping, but in the interim there are several long pauses and a blinking indicator which can be confusing in asking yourself, "is it done?  Can I disconnect it from the sink now?"
-my own model was sent with a slightly crooked lower panel, which wears badly on my "OCD" in wanting the thing to look straight and together.

Bottom Line:

For the price you pay for this dishwasher ($280 with shipping factored in), the apartment-friendly size and portability of the thing, and for the technology--which is surprisingly high tech--I think it's a very solid and good-performing piece of equipment.  Dishes come out as clean and sanitized as they would from a decent installed dishwasher.  To make sure this happens, though, you must take extra care loading the dishwasher and make certain the bottom sprayer isn't blocked--which can happen fairly easily with a poorly-designed rack.  For dishes as clean as they'd be from an installed washer, you must use a rinse-aid and the most powerful cleaning setting.  The technology isn't there yet for this be five stars, but the Edgestar represents a pretty solid shot at getting there.


I purchased this online on 28 Dec 2013 and it arrived on 23 Jan 2014. I ordered it shipped to the curb at no extra cost, and my husband and son unpacked it and carried it into the house.  I had a local propane vendor come out and change out the orifices for $48.02 which included hooking the stove to the gas line.  Not all of the orifices were correct, i.e., the instructions showed 4 orifices alone for the front right burner (3 black, 1 white) and what was shipped were 2 black and 2 white.  I called GE and they're sending them via FedEx and should arrive within 1 week of receiving the stove.  So until they arrive, I won't be using that burner.  The installer had no problems following the attached directions for replacing the natural gas orifices with the propane orifices.  He obviously has a lot of experience as it took him less than a minute per orifice on the burners.  However, he did have a problem removing the bottoms of the ovens to get to those orifices.  Thank Goodness I decided to pay someone to do it.  It would have taken me HOURS!  For the price, at least $1000 less than Home Depot or Sears, I'm quite pleased with my purchase.  I can hear the convection fan when I bake in the lower oven, but it's not annoying.  I can cook with four big pots (10-inch diameter) on the stove at once.  However, I cannot cook with a 12-inch skillet and an 8-inch diameter pot on the same side at once.  I've posted some customer photos of my stove showing that it does not go all the way back against the wall as my gas line prevents it from doing so.  However, my last stove stuck out a little and I never noticed.  I'll get used to this one soon.  I almost purchased the Profile model of this stove; however, the Profile is 39-inches tall.  My counter height is 25.75 inches and I didn't wan't my stove to sit about 3 inches above the counters.  The Cafe version stands at most 26 inches with the legs fully extended. It's just a tiny bit too low and so my husband cut two boards upon which the stove sits.  It's now at the perfect height, i.e, about 1/2 inch above the counter tops. I can see a little bit of the boards under the feet, but I'm just going to paint them the color of my tile and ignore them.  My focus is having a very nice stove upon which to cook.  I love to cook and having two ovens is a must when I cook for a large family.  It's especially useful during family get-togethers.


I had been looking for a solar refrigerator for my Sprinter van for some time. I found that the 12 DC chest style freezers were not only way too expensive, but they were too large and did not hold much food stuff. I also looked at many dorm fridges that would work with my Xantrex Prowatt 2000 inverter, however, the walls are thin and suck copious energy. Other alternatives such as RV fridges cost too much. So, I purchased the Whynter freezer and gave it a trial run. The unit is very quite and uses very little power. I use  (4)  6 volt golf cart batteries, ( 2) 100 watt solar panels and a Xantrex prowatt 2000 inverter. This system powers a 600 watt microwave and a 700 watt tea kettle along with the Whynter freezer. During day light hours, the batteries charge to 12.9 to 13.3 volts with the Whynter running. after all night operation, the battery charge will maybe drop down to 12.6 volts. This is predicated on normal usage of the microwave and tea kettle during road trips etc. . If we use the microwave alot, the fridge may pull down the batteries to 12.4 volts over night. But after a full day of sun, the batteries are again at over 12.9 volts . The best option for this freezer would be to use it to freeze (2)  1 gallon water jugs, and frozen foods. The freezer does not have to be run at night with frozen juggs of water in the bottom section of the unit. The walls on this unit are twice a thick as a dorm fridge. The door seal seals tightly also.

Anyways. at $218 this fridge is top quality for the money. It has the reliability of a  beater proof a/c powered dorm fridge and will provide trouble free use compared to 12 volt DC freezer chests that cost $700. It also holds more food stuff than a chest style freezer while using way less space,  The only caveta is one has to run an inverter 24/7 which is not a problem.

The best solar fridge set up for a Sprinter van is as follows:

(2) solar word 315 watt panels
(4) 235 amp hour 6 volt costco gold cart batteries
(1) Xantrex true sign wave prowatt 2000 inverter
(1) 40 amp xantrex  battery charge controller

The Whynter freezer can be converted to a fridge with a digital tstat plug in controller.

This freezer is twice as thick as a dorm fridge and hold the cold like a champ.


I ordered the 2-pack of the Supco WF287 Refrigerator Water Filters Supco WF287 Refrigerator Water Filter Cartridge, 2-Pack.  After the first order was not received (it was claimed to have been delivered to my home by UPS), Amazon quickly gave me a refund and ordered the replacement (since the price had decreased since my original order). I received the order within 4 days. I just installed the filter in my GE Profile refrigerator. Intallation was very easy, just follow the instructions on the Supco box:
1. Twist off the old filter one half turn counterclockwise (note that this is looking from the bottom of the filter)
2. Gently pull the filter straight down and discard (the water will shut off automatically)
3. Fill the new filter with water (fill with water from your faucet)
4. Push the new filter  up into the filter receiver in the refrigerator until it stops (you don't have to push hard,  just a little pressure)
5. Twist the new filter one half turn clockwise
6. If your refrigerator has a "change filter" light then you need to reset your "change filter" light. Presss and hold the "reset water filter" button for 3 seconds.
7. Flush filter with 1 to 2 gallons of water to remove air, flow will sputter until air is removed

A couple of notes:
a. The filter is in a sealed plastic bag inside the box, and has a plastic adhesive cover over the top of the filter.  When you remove the adhesive cover there should be a small black O-ring either inside the top of the filter or stuck to the adhesive cover. Place the O-ring inside the top of the filter - there is a small channel which accepts the O-ring around the inside of the top of the filter.
b. When filling the new filter with water, continue filling until no more water will drain down into the filter, just keep adding a little water at a time - if you do this the filtered water will not sputter when flushing with the 1 to 2 gallons

This is the first time I have replaced the filter on this refrigerator, and I will come back and update my review when I change this filter to let you know how long it lasted, and if I have any problems with it.

Update 7/14/15: I've used two of these Supco filters, and they performed flawlessly, just as good as the more expensive GE filters.


I have three of these monitoring temperature and humidity in my vacation home, and so far, they are doing a fine job. My vacation home is in coastal North Carolina where high humidity levels can lead to all sorts of mold and mildew problems and the humidity information I get from these units lets me anticipate and react to humidity levels automatically to keep humidity under control .

In my case, I have these sensors connected to a Homeseer unit (I have an older set connected to a Vera 3, and it works equally well). Pairing was easy, and so far everything has pretty much worked as advertised. You can run the sensor in a way that the sensor sends alerts only when certain thresholds are crossed (say, humidity exceeds 65% or drops below 45%)...in this case, there's not constant polling between the controller and the sensor, letting the batteries last much longer. You can also poll the device to query instantaneous conditions if you want to know the current conditions precisely. With lithium batteries, I'm expecting perhaps two years.

I also like that the display is visible in the room where they are used. I don't need to go look at it from my home automation unit - at a glance, I can tell whether humidity is what I expect or not.

I'm not completely sure how accurate these units are. I have a few other sensors that can report humidity, as well as an old fashioned hygrometer, and even when all the sensors are in a room just a few feet apart, they all report different numbers - often as much as 5% difference. Still, I just really care about the trend and whether humidity is increasing or decreasing...I use these conditions to control my dehumidifiers and HVAC system, and for that, it works well.

Only other issue I have with these units is that I wish there were a way to connect them to a power source other than the internal batteries. Some other brands have a micro-USB port that can be used to power the device without batteries - I'd definitely like to see something like this. Also, the programming process is a bit confusing with too many buttons to push...I'd rather have a "wake up" button on the device, and then use Z-wave commands to program the unit the way I want. Minor issues overall though.

On my Homeseer, I have software that uses current and forecast weather conditions to switch between ventilation only, dehumidification and air conditioning, and I'm able to automatically keep humidity levels where I want them without running dehumidification 24x7 - and saving me at least $50/month in electricity. Since I'm not always there, I need high reliability and confidence that the system will work properly unattended, and so far the Everspring units have more than met expectations.

Definitely recommended.


We were desperate for a new hook up for our dryer. Our new house has, as most everyone it seems, an awkward laundry room. Space is of the essence. We initially hooked it up using the flex tubing. But, it was crushed (yes, really not a good idea), and wouldn't hold the connection well. It kept coming undone and was blowing too much heat and lint out, yes, again, not a good idea.  After some research, found this contraption. I initially found the larger one by whirlpool, but it was too long at its shortest, but a little more research and found this size.

I read all the reviews, preparing for the idiosyncrasies of this item. I did a few things I read in reviews:

- measure, with the vent periscope, the distance between the dryer and the wall vent in as close to the position it will end up as possible.
- draw, with a permanent marker, a line on each end where the excess is.  If you have none, just skip all this.
- cut with tin snips, wearing gloves!, the excess. (This is REALLY easy. It's soft aluminum. Just be very careful about the sharp edges!). Could use good, strong kitchen shears too.
- using aluminum tape, duct work tape, not duct tape, tape the edges for safety.  This is needed for when you install it.

I thought that all was going to be a challenge, it really wasn't. Actually very easy.

To install was a little challenge, less than our flex tubing, but not without a little sweat equity.  We needed to slightly bend out the wall vent port. It had edges that kept folding in when we tried to push the male connector in, great idea btw! Once in place, then we just taped around that with the same aluminum duct tape. Easy once we got it in place.

Connecting the vent to the dyer was fairly easy, except that the box edges of this vent can make it awkward.  Our only real concern was that the dryer connection would pop off while we were figuring out the wall vent issues. It is soft aluminum, so it can't actually handle a lot of twisting around before something pops out, off, or disconnects.  But neither could our well tightened flex tubing either......

Overall, despite any complications, this was a perfect solution to our much needed space laundry room.  I recommend it highly. Only lost a star because it wasn't a one person job for us, and took over 30 min to work with modifications we made to make it fit well. Would still highly recommend and would buy this item again.


Overall, the Bosch SHE3AR72UC is a great dishwasher and I'm very happy with it. First, you have to understand the model numbers - the SHX models have hidden controls and the SHE models have front panel controls (both are very easy to use). The AR7 has an LED display a few more cycle options than the AR5. But the important thing is that all the different combinations in the "Ascenta" series have the exact same innards so you should read the reviews of all of them as they are pretty much the same unit.

The dishwasher cleans very well - probably the best cleaning of any dishwasher I've ever used. No complaints there. And it's VERY quiet, which is nice.

Contrary to what was said by other reviewers about the dishwashers in this series, I have not had any problems with spotting in the slightest, even with the rinse agent set to use the minimum amount. I think that might be a function of the water quality (we never used a rinse agent at all with our previous dishwasher and never had a problem with spotting).

Overall, I only have two complaints. As others have noted, the configuration of the dish racks is really strange and it makes for very awkward loading. I'm not quite sure what the designers were thinking. The 'prongs' that hold the dishes upright are way too close together, so you can't easily load soup bowls or deep-dish plates. Then there are "speed bumps" on the right and left sides of the upper rack, going all the way from front to back, where you'd normally put glasses and cups - so cups don't sit flat and tend to tip over if they're not loaded with something next to them. I'm sure there's some reason for this design, but I haven't figured it out.

My second complaint is an installation issue I had. I purchased the hose kit which I was told was required, and it included an 'L' connector for the incoming water line. However, when the connector is screwed all the way in so that it doesn't leak, it's pointing the wrong direction and it's IMPOSSIBLE to connect the hose. After trying it about six different times, and spending an hour on the phone with customer service, I ended up removing the bracket that holds the incoming water connector and just letting it drop to the ground so there was room for the water line to be connected. It's not pretty, but it's hidden by the front plate - and it seems to work. They also didn't include the strain relief for the electrical line, which I thought was pretty cheap.


I bought the top load SpeedQueen AWN432 from  a local appliance store and paid for them to deliver, set up, and haul away my 7 yr old Whirlpool Estate. I opened the hot and cold water faucets that spill into my work sink, as someone suggested after the machine was installed, to get rid of any junk in the line. It was surprising that the water from those faucets was black, but then after running a minute changed to clear. My machine did not come with a nasty film inside that had to be removed. The dealer told me that Speed Queen was aware of that problem and resolved it, so nobody has to deal with that any more. That being said, the dealer said that they do recommend that you run it once with detergent and no clothes before using for good. I did that, and then proceeded to do 2 wash loads. GREAT RESULTS> the machine does everything I wanted, and more. No annoying locking lids, has an extra rinse cycle when needed, delicate cycle, prewash cycle, as well as the usual regular and permanent press cycles.
I did tons of research before buying this machine, and was dismayed by all I read re. the Whirlpools, Maytags, Hotpoints, GEs, Kenmores, etc. I did not want an HE, and would have hated a frontload. My dtr has a front loading HE machine that has constant issues with mold. She hates it, and spent a fortune for it. So, I wanted a simple old fashioned machine that would be well made and have the simple options I was used to. This satisfies all that I wanted.
The man who installed it and hauls away people's old machines said he feels it is the best out there, and will save you a ton of money in the long run because it is built to last. He said he is constantly hauling away fairly new machines made by other companies, particularly Whirlpools; that the old ones were good, but the new ones are awful and break quickly. So, that reinforced what I already thought. I never thought I would be excited about getting a new washing machine, but I have to say that this one is great! It also has plenty of room for a very large wash. It is slightly noisy, but that doesn't bother me.
Last but not least, it is in my basement, and fits perfectly in a rather small space behind bifold doors. It is actually narrower than my old machine but deeper, which was great for me. The dials are easy to read, and also very easy to turn. Some reviewer said that the dials were hard to turn. I don't have the strongest hands, and had no problem at all. In fact, they were extremely easy to turn. I
HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS MACHINE!


First it took close to a month for me to get this.  When I got it I was pretty excited.  The excitement started faltering when I realized the hose was too short.  I wanted to sit this on my kitchen floor instead of my small counter top but the hose it comes with is too small and only works at a funky high angle.
Next I put my work out set, two sweaters, two face cloths, some socks and some underwear in it and it didn't even agitate.  I guess I fell for the 5.5 lb capacity it claims it has.  So I had to take some clothes out and let it sit until I could get done with what I could get done.
Once the first load was done I had to rinse them out in my kitchen sink and then put it in clean water and put in fabric softener.  This was a daunting task because I had two more loads I had to do.  The first load caused me to have to separate them into three loads.  When the loads were 'finally' done I realized they were so dingy.  I don't even think the washer cleaned these loads.
I ended up moving to another apartment and this apartment has a bit more counter space than my last apartment but the same went with the hose.  I now had a sprayer that I could work with(other apt. didn't have this).  This time I only did underclothes and my whites came out dirty white.  It looked like I never cleaned them.
After having to rinse out my clothes first before putting them back in this washer with fabric softner I realized I wasted money.  Even though I used this twice it was twice as disappointing as wasting money at the laundromat.  I'm going to have to suck it up, save for a bigger portable washer that has a rinse cycle and probably sell this thing.

***UPDATE 7-10-13**
I haven't purchased a bigger washer yet and I still have this Panda washer.  I learned a great trick with this that has allowed me to be able to wash a semi load of clothes.  I still have to do separate rinses but the bigger load is better.  For those who have this like me or is considering getting this, load the water to the amount you want.  Turn on the washer, wait till the water begins to agitate and one by one throw in the item of clothes you want washed.  When I did this I was able to wash one body towel, one medium towel, two face cloths, 3 shirts, and work out clothes(pants, top, scarf).  It still takes over two hours to do about 3 loads of clothes but it sure beats paying $1.75 to wash & $1.50 to dry.


Well I am also a newbie to the whole kegerator and really only did air pressurized kegs once or twice.  I research the heck out of any major purchase and this wasn't any different.  I had some reservations about what I read about the temperature controls of this kegerator but I liked the reviews on Amazon, Edgestar, and related forums, so I pulled the trigger.  The package tracking wasn't what I was used to with Amazon Prime and I didn't realize it but free 2-day shipping wasn't an option.  I believe I ordered this on a Saturday and it arrived on a Wednesday evening.  Overall I am really pleased.  In my research I found that alot of people had issues with foaming, I also knew that the main product I would I would be using would be 1/6 kegs with retail hard cider products.  I found a lot of info on self brewing cider but not a lot on retail ciders (particularly recommended regulated CO2 pressure and temperatures for product itself.  I asked my retailer about pressure and he didn't really know.  So anyway here is what all I purchased and how it turned out.  I got this Kegerator, Kegerator Tower Cooler, Beer line Neoprene Coupling Washers, Kegerator Cleaning Kit, and Taylor 5924 Food Service Classic Series Freezer-Refrigerator Thermometer (which hasn't arrived yet).  The cooling tower on this kegerator is lightly insulated with thin styrofoam (which seems adequate) similar to what you would see in packaging.  As I stated before I also purchased a tower cooler right off the bat.  Assembly was failrly simple with use of videos on youtube.  I experienced no leaks in CO2 lines that I know of at this point.  I se the temp on roughly 2 on the control and my retailer chilled the the Angry Orchard 1/6th keg prior to me picking it up.  I put the keg in the kegerator after getting it home and let it sit untapped for about 3 hours.  I then tapped it and set the regulator at about 13.5psi.  One note I would like to have seen a high pressure gauge on the regulator to show the pressure on the bottle to allow you to know how full your CO2 bottle is.  I  tried to remove the plug for the high pressure side and seems like it is "locktite"d or something so rather than mess up the regulator I just tightened it back up and let it be.  First pour was perfect as were the rest.  Haven't tried any other beer.  I would recommend this product to anyone considering an inexpensive kegerator.


first of all, we just installed it and haven't officially used it yet as the house is still undergoing the remodel. so my review is more on the installation and 1st impression.
-Installation-
as previous reviewer mentioned. the vent on this range hood is actually 8" not 6" as stated in the spec over Amazon site. So you must purchase a reducer if you plan to use 6" pipe, unless you want to use 8" vent pipe.
My husband and a male friend and myself install this range hood and it's heavy. especially that when the attached screws head have extremely little tolerance to go through the holes on the hood. We hold up the range hood, mark the holes and drill the screws in place, but we had such hard time to fit the screws, mainly because screws head are just hair smaller than the holes on range hood. So we end up removing all screws; holding up the range hood, and screw each screw in place. due to our cabinet is solid wood, we have to pre-drill first, before screw on the screws.

-installation manual-
need improvement in explanation. you can tell it's done/translated from a different language (like all things made in China). it could have been more detail, especially for those who want to install this product themselves, not by professional.

overall looks very nice and sharp. it's built very sturdy (that's why it's heavy"). feels and looks good quality. I love it that you can remove the stainless steel filter and place them in dish washer every so often to keep it clean. I picked this 900CFM, because i hate smelling food in the bedroom. although I don't know how well this one work. I'll update the actual usage later.

UPDATE AFTER 1 YEAR USE:
I cook Chinese stir fry, Indian curry dishes, which have strong smell. The range hood works wonderfully. Then for no reason, it stop working. Because it a very sleek touch panel control, we had hard time to figure out what went wrong. So we contact AKDY, and described the issues of what works and what don't work. 2 days later, we received an email from their customer service engineer, Bryan F. He has been very helpful and right away sent us the circuit board and the control panel free of charge, together with the detail diagram of how to change. We change the control panel and everything works perfect, right in time for the Thanksgiving cooking. The service is outstanding and fast.

CONCLUSION:
We love this range hood. it works as expected. and how AKDY provide the customer service is why we highly recommend this to those who is considering this product. We have received a lot of compliment of how sleek it looks in our kitchen.


We needed to replace our Maytag washer and dryer of 37 years (still running, but a bit noisy).  Of course Maytag is now cheap junk and we never would consider purchasing it in it's current form.

Did a lot of research and finally settled on Speed Queen because of their extraordinary quality. Not just the outer appearance, but because of the top grade components used throughout. (How many other washers offer a lifetime warranty on the inner and out tub)?

I was against front loaders because of all the problems that others are having, (mold, will not unlock with done, more service required, lack of being able to service properly and get manufacture to honor warranty, not washing clothes properly requiring two or more re-washes, etc., etc. etc.).

Wife chose another top loader as we are getting older and she doesn't like bending over. One excellent selling feature was she was able to reach to the bottom of the tub while standing flat-footed on the floor (she's 5'-4"). Many other top-loaded brands needed a step stool to reach the bottom of the tub, something to seriously consider before you buy.

Nice large agitator which turns 210. (Some we looked at had a tiny, little nub which they called an "agitator". Don't make me laugh, they couldn't wash a dish rag properly.)

Interior and exterior basket is made from high quality stainless steel. (Way to tell if it's high quality stainless (308, 316 grade) is to take a fridge magnet along and test it. A magnet will NOT stick to high quality stainless, it WILL stick to low quality stainless.)

Has a three year warranty on complete washer. (Some we looked at have only a 90 day warranty. Three months! What a joke. If the manufacturer doesn't believe in their product, why should I be expected to)?
Five years on cabinet steel, motor and fifteen years on transmission. Inner and out tubs carry a lifetime warranty.

<And it's made in America>

We bought from a local dealer as we wanted to have a local service agent available should it require service, and for proper installation. However, if your modestly inclined, you shouldn't have any problems installing. Remember it weighs a couple of hundred pounds before you order.

Overall she loves it. Everything about it. It's quiet, works perfectly, cleans well and fast. I've never used it, but like its simplicity and quality of materials. No negatives whatsoever. We expect it to well out live both of us. Now, that's saying something.


Great product but they need to include more rods in the kit. I had to buy a second set of rods and that still wasn't enough so Ill end up spending $60+ dollars on this kit which isn't terrible if you factor what you would get charged out in town, but still, its plastic rods with a brush attached....thats overpriced for something so simple.

So enough of me complaining about it being overpriced and get to the review. It works GREAT if you aren't an idiot and use common sense when using it.

1.  Always CLOCKWISE..... again always CLOCKWISE, I cant be anymore clear about this.
2.  Use electrical tape or duct tape as a backup in case you screw up on number 1 above. Its a good safety measure so just do it, it only takes a few seconds per rod to wrap in tape.
3.  Feed one rod at a time, taping each one as you go.
4.  Dont force the rods if you get resistance with the drill attached. If you get resistance, remove the drill from the rod and using your hands wiggle/shift the rods until you get past the resistance and then reconnect the drill and continue. Most likely if you reach resistance is likely one of two things. (1) You have a large bend in your duct or (2) you have a lot of blockage. If its number 2, start pulling the rod out (with or without the drill attached (if the drill remains attached, remember to always spin  CLOCKWISE) as youve probably hit a patch of lint clogged heavily in one area. Pulling the rod out will likely pull a large portion of lint youve broken loose out with the rod and brush  attachment so vacuum it up or blow it out if you have a leaf blower and then start again (I didn't disconnect rods during this step but I did take my time to hand feed the rod and brush back in to ensure I didn't damage the rods).
5.  Once youve reached the end of your vent, start pulling your rods out the same way you went in (CLOCKWISE) so that you catch any debris you might have missed on the initial cleaning.  I pushed the brush through 2-3 times in total from different sides of the vent since I was short a few rods and used the leaf blower 4-6 times in between to ensure I was pushing any lint to the exterior of the house (never blow the leaf blower into the house, only blow to the outside of the house unless you want a HUGE mess in your house.
6.  Lastly, Id recommend using a face mask/respirator mask as this stuff is messy and you don't know whats growing in it. I had some cheap carpentry mask but will use a better version next time I clean it as its not fun to breath in.


Our water dispenser stopped working.  I thought it was the filter that I had not changed in years.  I did not bother, because all the GE filter did was enable the water and ice accessories to work.  East Orange, NJ, water is the nastiest I have tasted, short of well water with its attendant odors and flavorings from whatever contaminants some (s)elohssa dumped on the ground. At least my hosts were not paying for this experience.  We pay for this allegedly treated public water and gov't rated VERY HARD water. It is barely drinkable, even holding my nose, without a reaction literally just shy of the body's automatic wretch and hurl response.  I digress.

At the price of these filters, if they did no better than the OEM filters, it would not be such an offensive loss. However, these filters, at 1/6 the price?  In fact, this price makes them less expensive than a filter bypass pipe.  Thus, if they only did the work of a bypass valve, the way I have been using the OEM filters, I was still ahead of the game.

It turns out that the problem I thought was a clogged filter was a leaking line, which I replaced in all of an hour, counting the time to get a replacement line from the orange box place.  After some time for the system to purge came the moment of truth.  Were these filters any better or worse than the OEM filters?

I dispensed my first glass, nervously put it to my lips, expecting the just shy of gag and puke response to which I was accustomed for 10 years. I was pleasantly shocked!  The water was drinkable!  I did not get the near gag and puke feeling!  I could actually drink two to three glasses (I decided to not push it) without wanting to return it immediately to its source.  Hence, my title, translated, more in quantity, better quality at an 83% off the OEM filters I highly recommend this product.

Why do I give it only four stars?  The OEM impotence forced us to find an alternative.  COSTCO had a great deal a few years ago on the ZERO system.  This filtration system almost makes this nasty East Orange water sweet!  Thus, while these filters take the water past drinkable to almost desirable, they have only alleviated, not obviated, our use of the ZERO system.


The reason we choose this particular model was that it seems to be the ONLY smooth cooktop of any major brand with downdraft exhaust and a bridge element.
We've had our GE downdraft cooktop for about two years now. In another home we'd had a smooth cooktop before and really missed it. It heats quickly and has a lot of different heating element configurations for a 4-eye 30" cooktop. It has a melt setting, a small/large eye setting, and a bridge element for double burner griddles and grills. Overall it has been great and we enjoy it.
I do have a couple of complaints now. The knobs have a cheap look and feel. GE should just upgrade this model or make an optional model with electronic touch controls. We'd have that one if it existed.
Secondly, when using the bridge element and the back left eye for a double-burner griddle pan the temp control for the front left and bridge element seems to be not calibrated right or something. The griddle over that eye and bridge section, seems to me, to get incredibly hot at no more than setting 3 (that's out of 10). If I do not monitor it closely I can burn a pancake in about 30 seconds.
When under warranty, GE sent a technician out and he ordered and replaced the element and the thing that controls the heat. I've got to say GE's service was outstanding and it is very nice that GE has thier own service team rather than it being out sourced to local appliance repair companies. These guys work only on GE products. However, even after the replacement the problem still exists so I am guessing it is just a quirk of the cooktop. You can use the burner/bridge setup you just have to be very careful with the adjustment. Seems you go from low to high in a 1/4" of a knob twist.
For those who have not had a glass cooktop before, yes, they are harder to keep looking clean, but being diligent on wiping up messes and spills quickly helps a lot. This one in particular is a little tougher to keep that pristine look because outside of the demarcations for the eyes there are no graphics. Most smooth cooktops have some sort of light speckling on the cooktop which helps to hide little smears and streaks. We have been able to keep it looking nice. There are some minor scratches on the right front burner now, but probably due to our own carelessness.
I will update my review if anything changes.


I compared this range hood with a few similar ones sold at higher prices on Amazon.com but did not see big differences between this one and ones with a price tag of more than double amount. Considering the hassle (and cost if you hires a contractor) of installation, I hesitated to buy a cheap range hood. Nonetheless, it will become the attention center in the middle of the kitchen. At the end of the day, I decided to take the risk. Now I am happy this range hood meets or exceeds my expectation. The range hood was well packaged and protected with a very solid box, an indication of manufacturer paying attention to value its product. Once it was installed over the cooktop and protective plastic cover pulled away from the stainless steel chimney, it shines as if it were a name brand expensive piece of kitchen appliance. The touch screen certainly adds some flavor of 21st century appliance taste. Function-wise, it is acceptably quiet at the highest speed and very quiet (people sitting on breakfast table not sure it is on or not) at the lowest speed. The sucking power is within expectation, with the understanding that a range hood over the island won't be as efficient as one against a wall. The installation is typical of this type range hood. If you have exhaust pipe, power supply, and ceiling support structure already in-place, it probably takes less than two hours for two men to get it done. I spent a long weekend on installation because I had to cut ceiling to build a solid wood frame as supporting structure and build 8-foot pipe through exterior wall with no attic access.

I did not give it 5-star because these two factors: 1). The manual for installation and operation was poorly written. Another review mentioned she/he did not figure out how to change the clock. The manual indeed did not cover that. After some trial-and-error, here is the trick: you hold clock button for two 2 seconds until digits flash, use light button to change hour and use fan speed button to change minutes. 2). The lights are not bright and they are that kind of cold, pure white LED light. The lack of brightness not a big problem for me since the recessed lights are so bright in my kitchen that I usually dim them half way down. Still, it would be better if the 4 LED lights could be brighter.

It's been installed for less than a week. If anything happens which might impact the rate, I will update this review.


I'm not a newcomer to this repair, I had done it a few years ago on a similar machine, so knew just what to expect.

You'll know you need a new tranny when your machine sounds like a freight train roaring thru your house when it goes into spin cycle.  And from my previous research, there's no way to replace the worn bearing in this unit, and once it goes bad enough to make the racket, it'll only get worse and probably eventually self-destruct.

Your first problem could be pulling the agitator out, it does come out without any fasteners or the like, just some sharp upward yanks.  That wasn't working, so inserted some shims under the base from side to side until it popped free.  Some folks have used a rope to help with that.

Next, as many folks discover, you'll find removing the hub nut is, well, a tough nut. You can buy a special wrench, but that doesn't mean the nut will yield. It's an 1 11/16" size, good luck finding a deep socket that'll fit at a reasonable price.  After using various tools and hammers, I gave up and drilled, chiseled the old one out, it is aluminum so will break up, just try not to damage the tub hub itself.  Of course, you'll need a new nut so be sure to order that.

The next steps aren't so bad, this unit does come with a new seal (rubber) so you won't need that.

As far as the unit I got from Amazon (actually Amazon Warehousedeals), I selected what they called 'used', I thought long and hard about that, after all I wouldn't want a really used unit where the bearing is about to go anyway.  But read what Amazon means by that, and to confirm, the actual unit looked totally unused, the packaging was very secure, so saved a few bucks going that way.  And a whole lot versus an appliance store.

Before you go thru the expense and trouble of this job, you should evaluate the overall condition of your machine, if it's worth the investment or buying new.  That's always a risk but if you can do it yourself it's probably worth it.  I cringe to think what a professional repair would cost between list price and labor, that can't be cost effective.

Now what to do with the old unit...?...Boat anchor?


Bought 2 weeks ago to replace a 15 year old traditional top load washer. In the 1st few weeks I have done 2-3 loads daily of every kind of washing imaginable; filthy work clothes, old cat blankets, white cotton bedding, delicates, pillows & cushions, and even small floor rugs. Although it uses very little water, this machine washed all loads without a hitch and everything came out very clean and almost dry. Odd loads like pillows are automatically balanced so the loads spins until quite dry. If not balanced the machine will stop and re-balance itself, and re-spin. As a result, our dryer is now working less, since clothes come out of the washer so much dryer.

Just be sure to read and follow all the instructions and forget about all your old, past wash-day habits. Be sure to use less soap than you did with your old top loader, and be sure your soap is an HE recommended soap. This is not your Grandma's old top loader!  It is way better because it will end up saving you $100's in hot water and energy costs in it's lifetime, as well as washing your clothes very clean.

Overall I am very impressed and would highly recommend this simple, good value machine.

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Edit 9/22/15
Our Samsung WF42H5000AW continues to perform perfectly after 6 months.

We are following all the instructions as found in the included manual - to the letter - forgetting all our old "top loader" washing habits. As a result, our clothes come out of this machine cleaner, dryer and less damaged than at any time using top load washers over the past 25 years. On top of that, our electricity bill has dropped between $30 - $40 per month due to this washer using less hot water than our old top loader machines and, because the clothes come out dryer at the end of a wash cycle, our dryer has less work to dry our clothes.

Living in a hot & humid climate washing machine smells are a constant problem no matter the type or model, and I have read several reviews about this Samsung getting smelly after a time. So, as instructed in the manual, we gently dry the door gasket after each wash with a dry towel to pick up any excess water and also do a "self clean" cycle after every 40 wash loads. So far no bad smells yet.

We have not had any dependability or reliability issues at all. So I would continue to highly recommend this washer based on a $650 price.


I needed a 30 inch free standing gas range.
What I wanted was 4 burners (not 5), and an oven.
That's it. No bells or whistles. Nothing extra. Just a simple design that was VERY WELL MADE..ACCURATE & PRECISE.
I looked at all the high end names, and read all the reviews. The icon seemed to be the best product for the money.
There were not allot of reviews for this particular item, and of the small number of reviews, some raved and some were dissatisfied. I was a bit stressed from the not so good reviews, but went ahead and bought this range.
I am a person who loves to cook, and bake. I was hoping for precision, controlling the burners, and an oven that was consistent.
I am happy to report that this stove delivered.
I was prepared to have the gas air controls adjusted, (which would not be uncommon), but did not need to have anything adjusted.
The combination of the size and power of the burners works well for me, and they all have the ability to be adjusted precisely.
The oven is accurate and holds consistently.
After reading so many opinions, I have to admit that I don't understand how people go to some discount store, and grab an appliance because the price is low, (especially an appliance of this caliber), and then expect miracles from it when there is no responsible customer-store relationship; no one who cares if the appliance was placed on the truck, and delivered with care, and respect; no one to call locally for help with any questions or problems that they may have.
I purchased my stove from a reputable family appliance store._(for as good a price as I had seen anywhere), Although I was happy with it right from the start, the store encouraged me to call with any questions, and assured me that if I needed any adjustments, they would promptly send an experienced service person.
This is a really nice unit for someone who enjoys cooking and appreciates simplicity._(I do not miss any of the useless electronics)
When the oven is holding at 450 degrees, the stove top, and controls remain cool to the touch. This tells me that the oven is well insulated. The weight of the stove and solid feel of the controls tells me that the stove was put together with care and integrity.
There is a learning curve with every new item. No two stoves or ovens will work exactly the same. Just go with it. That is how you become proficient.
Yes I would recommend this stove to those who demand and appreciate the value of a well made tool.
SIX MONTHS LATER:
I am amazed at how pleased I am.
I look forward to using it everyday.
I love it's simplicity.. Not even a clock or timer. Just a great stove.
(MADE IN USA, some parts possibly from Mexico)


The hood seems to be well constructed with smooth bends and tight seams.
I didn't like and didn't use the recommend installation procedure as I don't think it's safe. They instruct you to insert the plastic wall anchors but they won't work in sheet rock as the section of the anchor that expands is inside the wall not the sheet rock. They must be made for cinder block or brick.
Also their idea of leaving the screw heads sticking out about 1/4" so you can hang the hood on it is not safe. The screw heads are barely wide enough to not pop through the top of the keyhole mounting slot and the bottom of the slot is twice the size of the screw head. So the hood is just hanging on the  screws (you are not instructed to tighten them) and a accidental bump up on either side could cause the hood to fall off the wall. If you don't put the screw holes perfectly level and try to level as little as 1/2 degree one or the other screws will be in the bottom of the slot and the hood can not be secured to the wall. What I did was use a 1/4" toggle bolt on a piece 1/4" all thread rod. Place the toggle on one end and a 1/4" fender washer and nut on the other end. Push the toggle into the sheet rock hole until it expands then pull it back and tighten down the nut. This gives you two 1/4" studs on which to hang the hood. I put the rubber bumper washers over the studs and nuts and hung the hood on the studs. Then reach inside the hood where the studs stick through and install another 1/4" fender washer and nut on each stud. It's very tight inside the hood and you may have to move a cable to get the fender washers on. Tighten the nuts down using a ratchet and socket. A 1/4" drive works best because it's smaller. No room in there for a nut driver. Now the hood will not fall off the wall.
The hood lights are very pretty but are practically useless for illumination of the range top. They make a nice nightlight for your kitchen, otherwise useless. They should be 3-4 times as bright. My old hood top provided a lot more light.
The hood fan doesn't work so great either. I was blackening chicken on front burner and the hood captured maybe half of the smoke. The rest filled the kitchen. It seemed to do better if the the back range element is used vs the front. The 28" distance between the hood and the top of my range is well within their criteria (25-35 inches) of the hood.
It does look pretty but functionally it's Meh


I desperately needed to get one of these portable ice makers, since I live in an apartment where the fridge does not have an ice maker and getting one is not an option. I waited until I found a unit for a price I was willing to pay and this Emerson unit fit the bill.

Yes, the unit is big and heavy. But it is so great to be able to have as much ice as you want whenever you want. The unit makes ice beautifully, in three different sizes. The cubes are a bit smaller than I expected, but that's OK. You can always select the large setting for bigger cubes. (I usually use medium.) The unit makes 9 cubes at a time, and it takes maybe 20 minutes to make the first batch of ice, maybe 10-15 minutes for consecutive batches.

The cubes are tubular in shape, with holes in the middle. The design makes them easy to put in Ziploc bags and store in your freezer until needed. (No need to run the machine every single day!) If they stick together, a little whack should separate the cubes.

A couple of things to keep in mind:

Before using the unit for the first time, add a little vinegar to the water and let the machine run. Dump the ice and and drain the water. Then, do a run with some lemon juice in the water. Again, dump the ice and drain. Then do a few runs with clean water. If you don't do this, the ice will have a bit of a chemical taste, even after several runs. (I thought several runs of plain water would clear up the taste, but it didn't. The vinegar and lemon juice, however, did the trick beautifully.) Also, you should probably use filtered water for a cleaner taste. (I use water from my sink that has gone through my Pur facuet filter.)

The plug for the water drainage is VERY small. Be careful with it. Also, because the plug is so small, draining the water takes a while. Gently tilting the unit (carefully!) will help to slightly speed up the process.

So yes, the machine has a few minor flaws, but the convenience more than makes up for it. It is great to have ice whenever needed, and it is so cool to watch the machine in action, when the built-in "spatula" scoops up the ice and tilts it into the basket! This is one of the best kitchen appliances I have ever bought, and I'm hopeful it will last for many years!


I was a little leary about purchasing a brand I've never heard of and this item to me looked like it was too good to be true for the price.  I can't comment on customer service, but here is what I've found with the unit itself.

Easy installation once you get the 8" vent kit.  Simple mount and plug in.
Looks almost commercial grade and added some class to our kitchen.  It is easily scratchable though.

The blue LED matches the Samsung appliances perfectly.
The fan is amazing.

The remote and touch panel leave a little to be desired.
The auto sensor in mine doesn't work perfectly and the screen seems a little delicate. We have a love hate relationship.

The unit sucks steam and scents out like a champion and it looks suitable for a high class kitchen.  Far better than any thing else I found in it's price range during my crusade for a range hood. I searched through lowes,home depot,sears,amazon,ebay, you name it nothing even came close in comparison.

UPDATE*****
After using this range hood for a year I decided to come back and update.  I've been experiencing issues with the unit turning itself on "a lot" and cycling itself through modes.  I've unplugged it a number of times because it has a mind of it's own.  Now, it is an everyday occurrence.  I contacted Golden Vantage customer service to see if they are willing to stand behind their product and send me a replacement on 11/06/2014. Apparently, it is very common with Golden Vantage products.  The gas sensor is buggy and they have no fix for this issue even on current model.  They gave up trying to get a proper fix and now have a video on youtube they direct you to in order to disconnect the sensor yourself.  I wasn't offered a replacement, only advised to perform service on the unit and disconnect the sensor.  The representative did offer to send a new sensor, but explained they don't use them on the current model which is basically the same thing with the sensor disconnected because it is so problematic.

I'm seriously disappointed that I bought this for $400 bucks and the 3 year warranty only covers parts, no labor.

Worse though, they are fully aware of the fact that the unit is faulty and have no intention on resolving the issue.  The gas sensor feature plays a part in the units value, yet I was offered no reimbursement, nor entire unit replacement.

Here is the link Golden Vantage will refer you to for this issue and it is the best solution they offer for this known issue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYLqD6aU6xk


Range hoods can be bought at almost any price, from under $100 to more than $2,000.  We chose this one to replace an old hood that did not have enough airflow, so any serious grilling was accompanied by smoke detector beeping.  The gold standards for hoods are cubic-feet-per-minute (CFM) and noise.  A well-made unit will run more smoothly, creating less mechanical noise than a cruder one.  This one is very quiet.  If offers infinite speed-control range.  At full speed, it exhausts 460 CFM, a good, but not astonishing rate.  Even a good hood still makes more noise if it moves more air, and there's no way around that.  We found that this unit operates quietly and exhausts a great deal more air than the old unit it replaced.

We noted an earlier review that mentioned that the box was somewhat inadequate.  We agree, but our unit did arrive undamaged, despite some dings in the cardboard.

To make installation easier, you remove the blower and motor assembly, so only the sheet-metal shell needs to be supported.  After mounting is complete, the blower re-attaches easily and plugs in with a single connector.  It does take two people, at least briefly, so one can support the unit while the other installs the first couple of screws.

The 893004 can exhaust from the top or the back.  You remove a metal knockout for the one you want to use.  It's intended to be hard-wired, with a knockout for a clamp to hold the electrical cable.  When installed, the electrical connection is near the right end of the top rear of the unit.  You supply the clamp for the knockout, depending what kind of cable is used in your home.

The installation took an hour or so.  Replacing an existing vented hood, as we were, is relatively easy.  If you must do the duct work to outside through the wall or ceiling, that's a considerably larger job.  As with any task, planning and doing is easier, as they say, than doing and then planning and then doing!

The lamp sockets accept two regular bulbs (not supplied) of up to 75 watts.  A three-position switch lets you turn on one or both lamps, but they are not dimmable beyond that.  We used two 60-watt equivalent LED bulbs, which work well and save money over time.

If you're considering this hood, we recommend it.  You can review  the installation instructions beforehand, which I recommend, at the company website, [...] . While the Broan name is less-well-known than its sister brand, NuTone, it is a company that has been around a long time, and is likely to continue to be.


First off, humidifiers are the secret to beautiful youthful skin. And no flues or colds. Happier kids and babies too.
I run mine 24/7 even in the summer. Because I don't want dry air though I'm using the air conditioner. Dry air is bad for you.

Pro's.
If you want gorgeous skin, great nails, have a humidifier running 24/7.
Keeps household healthier: less flu, colds and allergens because air is cleaner without adding dust to air. It collects dust.
If you want healthy organs, they need moisture too. It's already been proven that people with humidifiers do better in the winter with less sickness. We never get sick.
When you run a humidifier the home feels warmer. Your humidity should be around 30-35% at all times in the house. Not so much that you have water on the windows. Not so little that your throat, hair skin feel dry.
I could not live without this humidifier. I have tried so many. They don't have enough output for large spaces, and they don't clean the air. That is huge for us because we pets.

Maintenance:
Its up to you to take care of it. That means you clean it weekly and then major once a month.
We don't use the cleaners. My husband cleans it once a week with clr and sometimes plain vinegar and water. He also takes a toothbrush and cleans the wheels of algae, build up.
We also don't use the additive in the water. That defeats the purpose of being healthy. If you let the water sit without running, sure you will get bacteria and algae but we change it daily. You have to.

Cons:
Okay the clicking noise does exist -it comes and goes. But for us it was only after we had it for a few years. This machine is funny. Its haunted. Sometimes it works perfectly with zero noise and other days, its clicking and then since ours is so old, it stops working. When it started to drive me nuts after 5 years and we thought we needed a new one, my husband broke the whole unit down and cleaned everything-fans and all. Kind of did major maintenance on it. So if you can't do this yourself you gotta take it and get it maintained.  We will probably need a new one sometime this year. This time I'm going to buy two. One smaller one for the living room and kitchen and the same size one for the master bedroom.

They are still the best humidifiers on the market despite their issues. You simply have to be a bit handy and put effort in to maintain this machine. If you are a low maintenance person, than use all the venta products to wash the unit and follow them to a t. But you will still have to clean the dust that gets on the fans and keep that area clean.


Five stars IF this hood lasts and works anything like the near-identical hood it replaces!

Warning:  this hood is designed for through-to-the-roof venting and is kind of tricky to retrofit for an amateur DIY-er. (I wondered why the Broan site had so many vent-into-the-kitchen models... now we know...) It's heavy even with the blower out and in our installation was hard to fit into the ducting, which had enough play in it to slither about (but also enough to make it possible to install the new hood at all). There is a front panel on the old hood which hides a vent opening into the kitchen (didn't try to push it out on the new hood)--  why it's there at all I'm not sure.

I got this hood to replace one which was installed many, many years ago and caught grease vapor and frying odors from my true restaurant range's 26,000 BTU gas burners reliably and continuously. It has a two-position mechanical switch (no touch panels for anything) for the two lightbulbs, another two-part (one turns it on, the other adjusts the fan speed) mechanical switch adjusts fan levels from whisper to whoosh, and a sensor which turns the blower on automatically (to whoosh) when the air passing past it gets hot enough to wake it up. Grease vapors are caught by two large panels of aluminum mesh, quite scrubbable (but watch what you scrub with -- alkali dissolves aluminum). The semi-transparent plastic hood over the light bulbs is also cleanable, with difficulty.

Descriptions of this hood tend to make much of the fan switch's "memory" -- don't be fooled into thinking this iinvolves some electronic circuit board that would no doubt soon succumb to grease and heat -- as far as I can tell, it's a simple mechanical rheostat-type switch just like the one on the old hood. When you turn the blower off with the on-off switch, it doesn't involve the low-to-high speed switch at all so naturally the blower turns on at the speed the low-high part is set at.

Similarly, the "lo" and "hi" setting on the light switch just means that you can turn on one or both bulbs. With the new types of bulbs, you can put in a very small bulb on the low side and a quite bright bulb in the other socket, and have a night light in your kitchen as well as good lighting over the range top.

The only thing that made me replace this hood was that the light switch broke, and I'm pretty sure that was because the Roof Rats that live in our big old walnut trees pushed the cap off the ducting and chewed on it. It was, shall we say, quite obvious that they'd been visiting. Not likely to be a problem for most users.


I rarely post a review, but have come to learn that the negative ones can be the most important ones and I sure wished I'd trusted them.  Nobody, including myself, complains when something is working good.  But it's when a product breaks down that you find out just how good the manufacturer is.

I am out of warranty, and I received the freezer as a gift for a brand new bar I had built in my home.  I understand things don't last forever, however, you would hope it would be more than a year and a half to two years.  Maybe this unit should be advertised as May work great for a long time, or may not make it much past the warranty! Buyer beware!!  Bet their sales would go way down..  So, upon contacting Whynter, they were more than polite both on the phone, as well as in their emails.  After giving me a list of possible problems, I responded that none of them applied and that my freezer was cold, but not freezing.  After several more emails back and forth, I truly believe they did not read them, or didn't care, as when I finally responded:  "Since you:  take all feedback seriously and  all positive and negative feedback is reviewed by Senior Management, let them know that I agree with the other reviewers that said  Whynter customer service was polite but completely useless and there are other manufacturers that truly care about their customers. "  Their response was:  Thank you for your reply. We apologize that the unit is not freezing and appreciate the feedback. We would be happy to begin troubleshooting with you despite the unit being out of warranty."  They went on to give me some of the same instructions that I had already told them didn't work!

No matter how negative my feedback was to them about my freezer quitting working after being in the exact same location and untouched, they would just reply with the same things to check that I had checked and told them two emails ago.  Even after telling them: "you can close out my ticket, as I just ordered another freezer so I would have it in time for the super bowl this Sunday.  I would be really upset if I waited another day or two emailing back and forth and not have a freezer for the game." They again replied thanking me and telling me to troubleshoot the same issues!

I really wish I'd paid more attention to the other one and two star reviews on Amazon.  I really hope I can help someone that is looking for a freezer and point them away from this terrible product.  Why can't a company just say they're sorry and do the right thing??  After all, if their product is as good as they say it is, replacing a bad one such as mine should be a rare occurrence......


Not a bad stove at all for the budget conscious.  My last stove lit midway between medium and high heat and forgetful folks would burn food way too often because one's natural tendency is to turn a knob to the right to turn an appliance such as a stove, on, then go ABOVE that point to stop the starter ticking sound.  Doing this however meant leaving it on HIGH.  You had to remember to rotate to the left after each lighting.  With this Premier the LITE position on the knob is the extreme most right so you have a tug to remind you to come back left to turn the flame to lower levels.  You also don't have to be bothered with hearing the tick tick tick tick tick of the starter every time you want to up the flame as HIGH is not past LITE but before it.

I like it.

No bells  No whistles  just let's people feed themselves.  Now if only those nice nonstick porcelain burner liners came in white!

  Produces more heat than others in its price range. Available for $331 and up. Oven racks are lovely heavier weight steel which glide smoothly.

Careful of the double hinge double spring tensions doors. It will snap shut and hurt fingers so beware. Some complain about cleaning porcelain ranges of this type well do I have help for you. Use FORMULA 420. Non toxic. No sickening perfume. Gentle on hands and WORKS. Shake well. Squeeze on the pretty sea blue gritty liquid and leave to set while you do your nails or place dishes in dishwasher and with a cloth, non scratch tuffy kind of pad or even BRILLO (if burnt on is that bad) everything comes off easily. I bought Formula 420 for Pyrex and just had it sitting here. It didn't do diddly for burnt up Pyrex but does wonders on a stove top and you can't hide a thing with a white range.

Nice graphics by each knob tell you which are FRONT BACK and believe you me that matters since manufacturers are not standardizing on placement, you can get quite the arm burn if you came from a stove where the leftmost knob is for the front. You arm is OVER the front burner as you reach to put a pot on the back as you turn the second left most knob and WHOOSH, it is *that* knob that is for the FRONT and you've lit a big fire under your arm! So PAY ATTENTION TO THAT GRAPHIC until you have placement memorized (to care for elderly or children REMOVE THE KNOBS that operate the front burners altogether).

I'll add photos of this range front graphic soon. Don't know why sellers have no close ups.