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Post# 334788 , Reply# 1   3/10/2009 at 21:17 (5,523 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Pic 2 That isn't static electricity..it is from the flash on the phonecam |
Post# 334789 , Reply# 2   3/10/2009 at 21:18 (5,523 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Post# 334792 , Reply# 3   3/10/2009 at 21:43 (5,523 days old) by toggleswitch2 ()   |   | |
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Why was this machine thrown out? |
Post# 334794 , Reply# 4   3/10/2009 at 21:49 (5,523 days old) by tlee618 ()   |   | |
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Steve, congratulations that is one great find. Let us know how it works. There has to be some story behind this machine. |
Post# 334841 , Reply# 5   3/11/2009 at 04:58 (5,523 days old) by laundromat (Hilo, Hawaii)   |   | |
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I had the Frigidaire Pro series model which is almost identical to this unit but had a dark grey plastic interior not stainless steel like the model you just found.The lower wash arm has 3 individual sections and it is extreamly quiet.However,it truly sucks as far as getting dirty dishes,pots and pans or glassware anywhere near as clean as the GE Tall tub model I had in Florida.Also,my upper spray arm on the roof of the interior fell completely off,my wash motor(seperate from the motor that drains the water out)completely burned out during the first load ever and the lower spray arm disassembled itself during a sani cycle and melted on the heating element.All of this happened within the first two months of ownership.It was manditory that all the dishes had to be pre rinsed before loading and the casseroles and pots and pans had to be done manualy.The 1/8 HP motor just doesn't cut it.My GLD4450 was so much more powerfull,quiet and dependable and even though the retail price was a lot less than Frigiscare's rediculous $749,I only paid $90 at homo Depot due to a dent in the front panel.I had found the Frigiscare on Ebay and got it for $299 then had them ship it for an aditional $90.What a waste of time and effort.
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Post# 334848 , Reply# 6   3/11/2009 at 06:26 (5,522 days old) by cycla-fabric (New Jersey (Northern))   |   | |
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Post# 334904 , Reply# 7   3/11/2009 at 13:15 (5,522 days old) by iheartmaytag (Wichita, Kansas)   |   | |
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I had this model in my house when I bought it, only in white. It's now in the corner of the garage. BTW--the Habitat resale shop didn't want it. The machine I had uses alternating wash arms. It washes the bottom rack, then the top rack then rinses the bottom, then the top, then it was done. I actually took dishes out that were dirtier than when they went in. My daughters sippy cups still had milk in the bottom. I tried several different detergents. I tried purging the water line so it was all hot, I even took a pitcher and added water to the machine myself. I put up with it for about two weeks before I sent it to the freezing corner. Anyone wants it, you can have mine. I have a Maytag 300 series now. Not as good as my old Jetclean, but it at least cleans the dishes. |
Post# 334906 , Reply# 8   3/11/2009 at 13:24 (5,522 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Some clients of mine have this same machine - replaced a (another?) POS GE tall-tub. Diane told me that she must rinse everything pretty thoroughly before putting it in the machine, just as she did with the GE. It will be a fun toy - quite different machine than the Frigidaire but still a middling performer. It will be interesting to hear what your thoughts are. |
Post# 334919 , Reply# 10   3/11/2009 at 14:55 (5,522 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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This machine cannot be compared to the Frigidaire machines. It is a whole new product line. A friend of mine is a manager of a major appliance chain, went to school for these Electrolux appliances, and claims that they are top of the line. |
Post# 334923 , Reply# 11   3/11/2009 at 15:57 (5,522 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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It probably has some damage somewhere, is why it was thrown away. I picked up a new GE gas range from behind Lowes one time.Inside Lowes, it retailed for about $900.00. It looked like it fell on it's front, the handle was tweaked a bit, and the frame around the oven was dented. GE probably told 'em to scrap it. |
Post# 335105 , Reply# 15   3/12/2009 at 13:55 (5,521 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 335156 , Reply# 17   3/12/2009 at 16:48 (5,521 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 335187 , Reply# 18   3/12/2009 at 19:36 (5,521 days old) by laundromat (Hilo, Hawaii)   |   | |
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Any damaged products had to be credited for before they were trashed. We had to call the manufacturer and get an approval. Then,we had to Strip all the tags with the model and serial numbers.Then,we had to throw it down a massive dumpster that would smash it to a point of no return.There were other dealerships in the vicinity that would let me take there damaged goods for free or $10 or $15 but, I still had to remove the tags before taking them.Once in a blue moon,I would remove valuable parts before throwing them down the shoot but not that often.
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Post# 335241 , Reply# 20   3/12/2009 at 23:32 (5,521 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA)   |   | |
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Just for giggles, you should check the bottom of the dishwasher for a second tag. For example, the Amana mfg bottom freezer refrigerators have no less than three complete model/serial tags on each unit. One inside the refrig compartment, one on the back, one possibly on the bottom by the condenser and possibly one on the bottom of one of the doors, usually the freezer drawer. Just an Idea... When Lowes shoots a Maytag unit here, usually they just send it back to Maytag under the umbrella heading of Non Funtioning or something like that. Sometimes those units end up in the 'scratch & dent' market when Maytag gets a big enough load together. RCD |
Post# 335270 , Reply# 21   3/13/2009 at 05:10 (5,521 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 335276 , Reply# 22   3/13/2009 at 06:37 (5,520 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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In no way did I mention that I had gotten the machine! And believe me, I won't be asking any more questions! Will endeavor to get it going sometime this weekend and post results if any! Thanks again for the input. |
Post# 335476 , Reply# 27   3/14/2009 at 20:06 (5,519 days old) by xraytech (Rural southwest Pennsylvania )   |   | |
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Post# 335481 , Reply# 28   3/14/2009 at 20:26 (5,519 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Got a minivan or a car with a large trunk opening? It will fit! Besides, it is a nice drive down! Had a guy with a current production Impala take a Whirlpool Gold D/W home in the trunk opening of the Chevy! But he only lived 40 miles away! You could always get it shipped! |
Post# 335489 , Reply# 29   3/14/2009 at 21:26 (5,519 days old) by xraytech (Rural southwest Pennsylvania )   |   | |
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How much would it cost to ship to zip code 15312? That is the main problem, I am getting a Frigidaire Flair that I had to have this week so I dont have much to spare now. As for hauling it home,If I was able to have the time off to get it I would and since I drive both a Lincoln Town Car and a Cadillac DeVille, there would be no problem, I brought home a new organ in my Lincoln |
Post# 335506 , Reply# 30   3/14/2009 at 22:55 (5,519 days old) by moonvalleycacti ()   |   | |
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To interject: My dad took a Whirlpool dishwasher home tied to the trunk of a Cavalier... I recently brought home a king size bed frame in a Ford Focus... |
Post# 335969 , Reply# 34   3/17/2009 at 08:15 (5,516 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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Steve....Another question. WHen it is in the drying mode, do you see any steam/condensation coming out? Any where do these vapors go? Mine is installed so I do not see. Thanks Ray |
Post# 336005 , Reply# 37   3/17/2009 at 15:41 (5,516 days old) by laundromat (Hilo, Hawaii)   |   | |
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The front panel is easy to remove. I would tape over the name plate and use a good spray enamal paint to refinish it in white. You may also consider ordering a new front panel in white. They run about $45.since the unit works and is a current model,that part may be ferr from E'Lux.GET THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS!!!
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Post# 336418 , Reply# 38   3/20/2009 at 08:17 (5,513 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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Stevet. Ran two more loads with the powdered detergent. So far so good. Now that was with the plates in the front one day, and the next day a corning ware piece in the front. Will have to try with a large pot. Will let you know. Ray |
Post# 337010 , Reply# 41   3/23/2009 at 08:28 (5,510 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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Hi SteveT. Ran 4 loads this weekend. Pwedered detergent disolved completly each time. The model number should be enough shoudn't it? I think that this filter assembly basket was re-designed in that, now it allows for greater pressure. The machine really cleans fantastic and is really quite too. Ray |
Post# 337229 , Reply# 45   3/24/2009 at 07:57 (5,509 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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stevet, I did open the box, but just looked at briefly. It was a grey basket, and I think it was soft of half moon shaped also. It sounds like the correct part. |
Post# 337307 , Reply# 46   3/24/2009 at 19:37 (5,509 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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I will try to delve into the removal of the strainer in my machine but am too darn tired to do it tonite. Going to hit the sheets early, if not sooner! |
Post# 340217 , Reply# 48   4/5/2009 at 21:54 (5,497 days old) by tlee618 ()   |   | |
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Steve, how long did the entire cycle you used on the above load take? |
Post# 340490 , Reply# 54   4/6/2009 at 20:40 (5,496 days old) by tlee618 ()   |   | |
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Hey Steve, I am glad that the machine is doing a good job for you. It just seems like 2 hours and 45min. is a long time. Are you going to put it in your kitchen? |
Post# 340570 , Reply# 56   4/7/2009 at 08:47 (5,495 days old) by tlee618 ()   |   | |
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Steve, it sounds like a good one to me!! Keep us posted and let us know if it works or not. Terry |
Post# 342166 , Reply# 63   4/13/2009 at 22:14 (5,489 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Post# 342168 , Reply# 64   4/13/2009 at 22:22 (5,489 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Will give it a try next load. If the machine was in the kitchen, I have the Watts Hot water recirculator going when the d/w runs so it gets hot water instantly(well almost). That too will help. |
Post# 342561 , Reply# 66   4/15/2009 at 18:36 (5,487 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Steve, an hour & 40 minutes isn't too bad. My Kenmore Elite, although is mostly pretty heavy soil, takes on averrage anywhere from 2 hours and 6 mminutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes. With little or no soil at best 1.5 hours to 1 hour 40 minutes. Remember, low wattage heating element and drawing motor. supposedly the secret to energy star. europeans have put up with this a lot longer than us and they got used to it--they had to get more energy efficient long before us. The same way with front loaders over there. My old PotScrubber 1200 on light was 85 minutes. PotScrubber in the winter, 1 hour and 46 minutes. So the 2 hours and 6 minutes isn't that much more for me to have had to adjust to.
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Post# 342565 , Reply# 67   4/15/2009 at 19:00 (5,487 days old) by logixx (Germany)   |   | |
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europeans have put up with this a lot longer than us and they got used to it Yes and no. The fastest high-efficiency cycle on a Euro dishwasher still takes a 125 minutes (Bosch/Siemens. However, the big ones, that is Miele and B/S/H, have come out with Turbo and varioSpeed options to cut the cycle time down. Just the other day, I washed a load containing encrusted Pyrex dishes and pots and plates and everything in our Bosch. Chose ECO 50°C with varioSpeed. 81 minutes later everything was clean and dry ...and super hot. Of course, high-speed options increase water and power consumption... Alex |
Post# 343719 , Reply# 71   4/20/2009 at 14:04 (5,482 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)   |   | |
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Steve, I ran a normal cycle and decided to time it. It took and hour and a half. Ray |
Post# 344386 , Reply# 72   4/23/2009 at 19:14 (5,479 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Thanks for the info Ray. What did you have the dry option set at? Maybe I can duplicate your settings on mine. Maybe we should both start them empty at the same time and see what they do! |
Post# 344601 , Reply# 74   4/24/2009 at 22:12 (5,478 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Ray I misplaced your number, so call me on Saturday A.M.and we can see if we can run it P.S. Anyone ele who might have the same machine, let me know and maybe this can be a remote dishwasher in! |