Appliances Chapter 9

Safety Seals Manufacturers hire independent companies to test their products Manufacturers hire independent companies to test their products When products pass safety tests they earn a seal When products pass safety tests they earn a seal Buy products from well known manufacturers at reputable dealers Buy products from well known manufacturers at reputable dealers Look for safety seals Look for safety seals

Warranties Warranty – a seller’s promise that a product will be free of defects and perform as specified Warranty – a seller’s promise that a product will be free of defects and perform as specified Full warranty – issuer will repair or replace a faulty product free of charge Full warranty – issuer will repair or replace a faulty product free of charge Limited warranty – states conditions under which the issuer will service, repair, or replace an appliance Limited warranty – states conditions under which the issuer will service, repair, or replace an appliance Check to see if the warranty covers just parts, the whole product, labor costs Check to see if the warranty covers just parts, the whole product, labor costs Note the length of the warranty Note the length of the warranty

Service Contracts Like an insurance policy for major appliances that you can buy from the appliance dealer Like an insurance policy for major appliances that you can buy from the appliance dealer Covers the cost of needed repairs for a period after the warranty expires Covers the cost of needed repairs for a period after the warranty expires Find out if it covers both parts and labor Find out if it covers both parts and labor Is it good if you sell the appliance? If you move out of service area? Is it good if you sell the appliance? If you move out of service area?

Energy Labeling EnergyGuide labels – FTC requirements on many major appliances EnergyGuide labels – FTC requirements on many major appliances Shows the yearly energy use estimates Shows the yearly energy use estimates Required on refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers Required on refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers Lets you compare similar models to see which is the most energy efficient and less costly to operate Lets you compare similar models to see which is the most energy efficient and less costly to operate

Energy Star EPA (environmental protection agency) and DOE (department of energy) run this label program Found on refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers Labels not required, all labeled products must exceed federal minimum energy standards Must perform just as well as similar appliances but use less energy

Ranges Gas ranges require both a gas line and 120-volt electrical circuit Electric ranges require 240-volt electrical circuit. Can be glass-ceramic top or coils

Freestanding Have finished sides so you can have them at the end of a counter Have finished sides so you can have them at the end of a counter Look built-in when placed between counters Look built-in when placed between counters Most popular style Most popular style

Slide-in Ranges Slide-in ranges sit on the floor Available in gas or electric Some have a single oven and some have two ovens

Drop-in Ranges Drop-in ranges sit on a cabinet base Drop-in ranges sit on a cabinet base Available in gas or electric Available in gas or electric Some have a single oven and some have two ovens Some have a single oven and some have two ovens

Convection Oven Convection cooking uses a stream of heated air to bake and roast foods Convection cooking uses a stream of heated air to bake and roast foods Saves energy, reduces cook time, and promotes more even cooking Saves energy, reduces cook time, and promotes more even cooking

Built-ins Separate cooktops and ovens May be built into a wall or a countertop or island Separate units offer greater flexibilty

Cleaning Self-cleaning ovens – use very high temperatures to burn away spills Self-cleaning ovens – use very high temperatures to burn away spills Consumer must wipe away a small amount of ash Consumer must wipe away a small amount of ash Continuous cleaning ovens – have specially coated walls Continuous cleaning ovens – have specially coated walls Food spills oxidize over time during normal operation Food spills oxidize over time during normal operation Cost less than self-cleaning ovens but some find them less effective Cost less than self-cleaning ovens but some find them less effective

Microwaves Microwaves can defrost, cook, and reheat food in a fraction of the time required by conventional ovens Microwaves can defrost, cook, and reheat food in a fraction of the time required by conventional ovens Saves 75% of the energy used by ovens Saves 75% of the energy used by ovens

Microwave Styles Countertop microwaves are the most popular and offer the greatest features Over-the-range microwaves – two types Type 1 - Above the stove with a light and a vent Type 2 – The top half of a built-in oven unit

Refrigerators A refrigerators’ main job is to keep foods cold and slow food spoilage A refrigerators’ main job is to keep foods cold and slow food spoilage To ensure food safety, keep both the inside and outside of the refrigerator clean To ensure food safety, keep both the inside and outside of the refrigerator clean Each time you open the refrigerator door you raise the temperature of the fridge by letting warm air in Each time you open the refrigerator door you raise the temperature of the fridge by letting warm air in Fresh food compartment 37 ° F – 40 ° F Freezer compartment 0 ° F – 5 ° F Fresh food compartment 37 ° F – 40 ° F Freezer compartment 0 ° F – 5 ° F

Top-mount Refrigerator The freezer is located above the refrigerator The freezer is located above the refrigerator Most common style Most common style Most energy efficient style Most energy efficient style

Side-by-side Refrigerator The freezer is located next to the refrigerator Provides more freezer space Narrow compartments may make it hard to store large items

Bottom-mount Refrigerator Freezer is located beneath the refrigerator Freezer is located beneath the refrigerator Places refrigerated foods at a height easier to reach Places refrigerated foods at a height easier to reach Fewer models available Fewer models available

Single Door Refrigerator Do not have a true freezer, instead frozen storage compartments Compartments sealed by inner doors Cold enough to freeze ice and keep foods frozen for up to one week

Features Frost Free – frost does not accumulate Frost Free – frost does not accumulate Manual Defrost – to save energy only defrost when ¼ inch of ice accumulates Manual Defrost – to save energy only defrost when ¼ inch of ice accumulates Automatic ice-makers Automatic ice-makers Ice and water dispensers Ice and water dispensers Temperature-controlled compartments Temperature-controlled compartments

Freezers Available in two styles chest and upright Available in two styles chest and upright Chest – allows easy storage for large, bulky packages Chest – allows easy storage for large, bulky packages Upright – easier to organize for quick storage and easy removal Upright – easier to organize for quick storage and easy removal

Dishwashers Built-in – most popular type of dishwasher Permanently connected to drainpipe Portable – designed to roll to the sink for use Connects to sink faucet with a hose and drains into the sink

Features Adjustable racks – accommodates dishes of all sizes Adjustable racks – accommodates dishes of all sizes Delay-start – program the dishwasher to start at a later time Delay-start – program the dishwasher to start at a later time Hard food disposal – grinds food particles, so you don’t need to rinse the dishes Hard food disposal – grinds food particles, so you don’t need to rinse the dishes Water-heat booster – raises the temperature of the wash above 140 ° F Water-heat booster – raises the temperature of the wash above 140 ° F

Features cont. Timer – shows how much time is left in the wash cycle Timer – shows how much time is left in the wash cycle Sound insulation – provides a quieter operation Sound insulation – provides a quieter operation No-heat drying – saves as much as 1/3 of the energy used for drying No-heat drying – saves as much as 1/3 of the energy used for drying

Portable Kitchen Appliances Is the appliance made by reputable manufacturer? Is the appliance made by reputable manufacturer? Does it come with a warranty? Does it come with a warranty? Who provides servicing when the appliance needs repair? Who provides servicing when the appliance needs repair? Will you use the appliance frequently? Will you use the appliance frequently? Does another appliance you already have do the same job? Does another appliance you already have do the same job? Do you have adequate, convenient storage space for it? Do you have adequate, convenient storage space for it? Does the appliance have adequate power to do the intended job? Does the appliance have adequate power to do the intended job? Does it have a convenient size and shape? Does it have a convenient size and shape? Is it sturdy and well balanced? Is it sturdy and well balanced? Are parts easy to assemble for operation? Are parts easy to assemble for operation? Does it have quality construction features? Does it have quality construction features? Does it have safety features and a safety seal? Does it have safety features and a safety seal?

Toasters & Toaster Ovens Toaster – most common kitchen appliance Toaster – most common kitchen appliance Two or four slice models Two or four slice models Toaster ovens – bake or broil small food items Toaster ovens – bake or broil small food items

Electric Mixers Stand Mixer – hands free, heavy duty mixing jobs Many attachments choppers, juicers, ice cream makers, pasta makers Hand Mixer – smaller, lighter, and less expensive

Blenders Blenders do not incorporate air into food like mixers Blenders do not incorporate air into food like mixers Should have a removable container made of molded heat-resistant glass or plastic Should have a removable container made of molded heat-resistant glass or plastic

Food Processor Performs many time consuming jobs quickly and easily Look for safety features, a dishwasher safe container and disks or blades

Coffeemaker Electric percolator – hot water is repeatedly pumped over a perforated basket holding ground coffee Electric percolator – hot water is repeatedly pumped over a perforated basket holding ground coffee Automatic drip coffeemaker – hot water slowly drips down through ground coffee into a pot Automatic drip coffeemaker – hot water slowly drips down through ground coffee into a pot

Electric Can Opener Opens cans quickly and easily A magnet holds the lid for easy removal Many can openers sharpen knives

Electric Skillets Thermostat controls the temperature throughout the entire cooking process Thermostat controls the temperature throughout the entire cooking process Skillet should have a high dome lid to provide maximum capacity and versatility Skillet should have a high dome lid to provide maximum capacity and versatility

Slow Cookers Versatile, timesaving appliances Combine ingredients in the morning and the meal is done in the evening Two heat setting, high and low, some have a warm setting

Bread Machines Bread machines mix and knead dough, allow it to rise and then bakes Bread machines mix and knead dough, allow it to rise and then bakes Manual settings allows you to make dough for pizza, rolls, and other yeast products Manual settings allows you to make dough for pizza, rolls, and other yeast products

Other Appliances Pasta maker Pasta maker Cappuccino maker Cappuccino maker Electric tea kettle Electric tea kettle Ice tea maker Ice tea maker Electric wok Electric wok Electric knives Electric knives Coffee grinder Ice cream maker Waffle maker Electric grill Popcorn popper