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Comment on Sears Unveils Kenmore Elite Oasis Washer and Dryer by Denise Wandler

Denise Wandler — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:33:37 +0000

No kidding I have a dryer that cannot be fixed it s only 5 yrs old only my husband & I in the house . Not much laundry .. Thank god were not a family of five … The repair guy couldn’t fix it ….. What do I do now buy another one .. A dryer should last more than 5 years .. the funny thing is the repair guy says it looks brand new ,, so much for taking care of my stuff ….Top of the line is not the way to go Elite what a joke …Big price not much value …

Comment on Choosing Kitchen Appliances – Ovens, Cooktops and Hoods by Anne J. M.

Anne J. M. — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:35:26 +0000

Of course, there may be a short circuit in wiring to the big burners.
It is possible though, that the fuse is of the improper rating.
. . If the fuse blows when the burners are not turned on, it must be a short circuit.
It could be in the feed to either or both burner switches,
or the branch to one burner switch.. . If it does not blow
when only one burner is turned on, but does on the other,
you can guess where the trouble is. If it blows only when both are turned on, it
is likely that the fuse is of too low a rating.

Comment on MailMate Paper Shredder by Susie

Susie — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:09:24 +0000

My mailmate stopped working about the 2nd time of use. No jam, no warning, just turned itself off and no more shredding. My mailmate doesn’t have a reset button on the back. The only flippy thing is where the trash receptor slides in. I took too long to return item. My fault but heck, I don’t normally plan on buying junk. Grrrrrrr.

Comment on Sears Oasis and Oasis HE Upgrade by Mark

Mark — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 18:45:08 +0000

Same problem!!!!
Mod 110.27032603 bought Oct 2007
F1 code everytime it adds water. Takes 5 resets to finally continue on normal cycle.
Called Sears, had to listen to a 3 minute commercial about how I “won” a bahama’s trip…I just had to pay a small fee. Then it told me to call a different number and cut me off.
Everyone at Sears gave me the obligatory apology, then only offer various ways of payment.
With ALL these complaints you’d think Sears would want to do something! Wouldn’t even give me a break on the part. Had to virtually fight with them to only sell me the part. They were insistant on sending a serviceman. My 2nd unsuccessful call lasted 39 minutes and resulted only in frustration.
At the end of this call they had the B__ls to offer me a free appliance inspection (to see if they could sell me some new appliances)
I’m DONE with SEARS!

Comment on How Food Cooks – Conduction, Convection and Radiation by Jason

Jason — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:12:34 +0000

I just have one question, would a coffee maker be an example of the three energy types, conduction, convection, & radiation? School project for my son that turn into a heated debate between me and the Mr’s.

Comment on Recall: Bosch and Siemens Model Dishwashers by BSH Home Appliances Corporation Due to Fire Hazard by Jack8484

Jack8484 — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:27:11 +0000

If your dishwasher is not on the recall list, I found a video on YouTube that shows how to repair a control board with a bad relay! The board being repaired has a 6V relay. Mine uses a 6V relay too and the R46-5D12-6 relay fixed it. If your board has a 12V relay, then the R46-5D12-12 relay would be the one for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jb8gAnMb2zQ

Comment on Refrigerator Safety Act by Robert Legan

Robert Legan — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 02:00:06 +0000

We are in the process of having a Fridge picked up by the City early in the morning. If I set the fridge out without taking the doors off am I breaking the law? Since the unit employs a magnetic strip seal — could be opened from the inside. I would not think that would be breaking the law. However should a child enter and close the door — as in hide and seek — the limited oxygen supply in the airtight cavity could become quickly depleted and suffocation would occur. So I have removed the door seals. The doors have been taped shut..

Comment on Recall:Cordless Stick Vacuums by Electrolux Home Care Products Due to Bursting Batteries by marge johnston

marge johnston — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:52:09 +0000

I have an EL1000B Electrolux stick vac which I have owned for several years, noticed recently that there does not seem to be any suction on the unit(s), Contacted Electrolux who advised me that the batteries eventually loose power and I would need to purchase a new battery unit at a cost of $94. Meanwhile after some research found this web site concerning recall. My serial number does not fall into the categories noted, but it is a 9.6 volt. I would think that the company would recall all of that model numbers regardless of serial number. any one have any suggestionsl

Comment on Can KitchenAid Stand up to the Grind? by Tucker

Tucker — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:41:53 +0000

I have this blender and have seldom used it, until two weeks ago when I discovered that drinking green smoothies is a great way of improving your health and losing a few pounds at the same time. I have only used leafy veggies and soft fruits with some water, and the knobs broke one by one. Searching the internet learned that this is quite common with Kitchenaid blenders and that the coupler can be easily replaced. So I ordered a new coupler for a few dollars on eBay and replaced it last night. I now barely dare to use the machine and blend my smoothies now pulsing at large intervals. I am so disappointed, I thought this machine would last a lifetime and I am sorry I ever bought it. It is bound to happen again sooner rather than later, so I’ll probably order a couple of parts in advance.

Comment on Electrolux Taps Kelly Ripa to Launch New Premium Kitchen Appliance Line in North America by Dawn Day-Ahlers

Dawn Day-Ahlers — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:27:35 +0000

I purchased an Electrolux double wall oven under warranty Sears (who I bought it from) came out several times to repair the oven and each service tech admitted no one knows how to fix these I contacted sears and they said they no longer sell the product I contacted electrolux and they said at my cost they would diagnose the product with no guarantees I told them the product is a lemon and they said its not their problem unless i was willing to pay to have them come out I have spent several days having this product repaired taking off of work for repair service I thought Electrolux would back their product but they basically said it was my problem So much for customer service I am still having the same problem since day one Unless someone else steps up to bat I plan on letting the public know not to purchase this very expensive yet pretty unreliable product

Comment on Sears Oasis and Oasis HE Upgrade by Melinda

Melinda — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 14:59:59 +0000

OMG! I can’t believe all the problems people are having with the Kenmoore Oasis HE top loader & matching dryer! We constantly get the F1 error code & the crazy thing it that I have to start the matching & one the 3rd time..everytime…it then works. However, now it beeps mid cycle & & I have to start it over & I just run the rinse cycle..have to start it but on the 3rd time…you see the pattern?!!? We bought our set in 2007 & last year I also had to replace the heating element on the dryer! What junk! Will never buy appliances again from Sears..very disappointed!!!

Comment on Sears Unveils Kenmore Elite Oasis Washer and Dryer by Laura Borgmeyer

Laura Borgmeyer — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 22:09:02 +0000

My 2007 Canyon Elite washer is junk. Several repairs by Sears and also a private appliance repair business – and having off-balance problems again that seem to be related to the electronic control panel – AGAIN. Junk. Sears service could not be worse. The machines are pretty – but total junk. Sears not standing behind its products at all. Very disappointed.