Kitchen

Recall: Frigidaire Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard

Name of Product: Crosley®, Frigidaire®, Kelvinator®, ®, Wascomat®, and White-Westinghouse® clothes washers

Units: About 35,000

Distributor: Frigidaire, of Cleveland, Ohio

Hazard: An internal defect in the washer’s drain pump can cause heat to build up, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves the Crosley®, Frigidaire®, Kelvinator®, Kenmore®, Wascomat®, and White-Westinghouse® top load washers, 3.1 cubic foot front load washers and centers.

Product Type Brand Model Serial Number Top Load Washer Crosley, Frigidaire, Kelvinator, White- Westinghouse CTW100FW GLWS1749FS SWS833HS FTW3011KW KWS1349DS SWX703HQ [...]

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Cleaning Your Water Heater and Some Tips

Cleaning out the water heater might be some people’s idea of a fun day’s activity, but it sure isn’t mine. If you really plan to take this job on, please read on for what essortment.com has to say and be certain that your are ready for the task. Once you start, you’ve got to finish or you’ll be getting soapy water from your for quite a while.

Mineral deposits in the tank, or problems caused by them, are the most common reasons to clean a tank. If you have a gas water heater the deposits form on the bottom [...]

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Laundry is Moving Up

The next generation of has arrived and the status quo is getting a much-needed makeover. New washer and dryer technologies and innovations in detergents and clothing care save time and energy, making feel like less of a chore.

Everything in its place

Laundry rooms used to be relegated to the basement, but more people are finding space for washers and dryers in convenient areas of the like upstairs near bedrooms. Experts say installing a “laundry nook” is not only a good [...]

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Appliance Installation and Power Needs

Whether you plan to install your new appliance yourself or have a professional do it, be sure your is ready before delivery. Read these tips on power requirements, placement and more to ensure a successful installation.

Appliance Power Requirements

Check the power requirements of each appliance. To run major appliances and heavy equipment, you need 220-volt current in the . And unless your clothes dryer runs on gas, it will require a 220-volt outlet to operate, so it’s necessary to upgrade to 220 [...]

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Back-to-School Appliance-Buying Guide

Back-to-School Appliance-Buying Guide

Hard times don’t mean college students have to give up healthful, tasty food.

These appliances will come in handy whether your son or daughter lives in a dorm or an off-campus apartment.

And while this gear won’t turn your college-age cooks into an Iron Chef, they can save them some money and add variety and spice to their diet.

Be sure to check your school’s guidelines about appliances, and see the rest of our back-to-school coverage.

Compact

The “dorm-room ” moniker [...]

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Efficient showerheads and toilets can save you water

showerheadThe average U.S. sees peak water consumption during the summer, as Americans turn on the taps and spigots more frequently to do things like water their lawns and flower beds and fill their swimming pools.

Since summer is also the time when droughts peak and municipalities nationwide impose water restrictions, you’ll want to watch your water use. Our latest reports on  toilets and showerheads (available to subscribers) can help you find products that not only are water misers but also work well and look [...]

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