Samsung RF31FMESBSR 31 cubic foot French Door Refrigerator

(Manufacturer: Samsung)

After a long hiatus, the Appliance Nerd is back!

Today we're looking at the Samsung RF31FMESBSR French door refrigerator. It is available in stainless steel.

As is standard with Samsung French door refrigerators, the RF31FMESBSR has dual evaporators, which separates the air in the refrigerator from the air in the freezer. No garlic/onion ice cream for you!

The Samsung RF31FMESBSR boasts a large 31 cubic foot capacity, with plenty of refrigerator cabin space for all your fresh foods. In addition, it's a "counter height" model, meaning it has an externally accessible pantry drawer whose upper edge lines up with the bottom edge of the countertop for a more seamless look in your kitchen. As with all Samsung French door refrigerators, all horizontal handles (pantry and freezer) are hinged at the door so pegs will push the door open as you pull, releasing the seal from the body of the refrigerator.

The freezer is copious, with a full 9 cubic feet of capacity. That's plenty of room for a turkey, a ham, frozen hamburgers, TV dinners, ice cream, and whatever else you're planning to cram in there.

The refrigerator cabin houses the icemaker, which dispenses through the left door, as is standard in most French door refrigerators. Consistent with all Samsung French door refrigerators, the icemaker is inside the cabin rather than mounted on the door. There is a flip-shelf attached to the side of the icemaker for enhanced loading flexibility. It also has water dispensing on the door. And, the dispenser area is lit by an LED which can be turned on or off as you like.

But, what sets this model apart from the rest of the pack is that it incorporates a SodaStream carbonation cartridge in the door. That means you can dispense filtered, CARBONATED water! Make your own soda with a dash of soda syrup and cold, clean, bubbly water straight from the fridge. No more bottles! No more cans! No more mess! Save money on soft drinks. Have energy drinks whenever you want. Diet soda on demand. And, you can send the cartridges back to SodaStream to exchange for refilled cartridges. Super easy.

If you want huge capacity, you like French door design, and your household enjoys having soft drinks, the Samsung RF31FMESBSR is an excellent refrigerator to consider.

Samsung RF31FMESBSR

Kenmore Elite 4.0 cubic foot front-load washer 4147X

(Manufacturer: LG)

Let's take a look at the Kenmore Elite 4.0 cubic foot front-load washer model 4147X. This model is available in white (41472) and silver (41473). This washer replaces the previous generation Kenmore Elite 41022/41029 (white/red).

Like previous Kenmore Elite front-loaders, the 4147X has extremely quiet operation because of its direct-drive motor, suspension system, and bearing rings around the front and back of the washbasket to offset load imbalances. It is also very energy efficient as well as water efficient, to save you money on your utilities. And, of course, it's gentle while cleaning your laundry thoroughly, including a Sanitize cycle and steam options for many cycles.

Something must be different, right? Yes! What changes with this new generation front-load washer is two features. First, there's a three-port water system (one at the top, one at the lower left, and one at the lower right of the door opening). This system speeds up the process of soaking the laundry and distributing the detergent, which lets the detergent work on the laundry sooner. It also improves rinsing by using higher pressure and multiple directional sprays to rinse more thoroughly than traditional single-port systems.

The second feature that changes is Accela-Wash, a combination of wash motions and the three-port water system that reduces wash cycle times by as much as 35%. On the Normal and Casual cycles, Accela-Wash is automatically used. On several other cycles, the Accela-Wash button can be pressed to help speed up cycles if you wish.

This washer has been extremely popular since its introduction due to price, features, and shorter wash times. Give it a look and see if you don't agree that it's a great washing machine!

Kenmore Elite 41472

 

Bosch Pro Dual-Fuel Slide-In Range HDI7282U

(Manufacturer: Bosch)

And we're back! This time, we're looking at the Bosch Pro dual-fuel slide-in range model HDI7282U. This model is available in stainless steel only.

The HDI7282U is a dual-fuel range, which means the cooktop is gas, and the oven is electric. It does require a 240v outlet with a minimum 30 amp fuse / circuit breaker.

Bosch Pro lends a professional appearance to the kitchen with stainless steel all over the front and top, and continuous grates on the cooktop. The controls are elegantly simple, with four burner knobs and a menu selector knob, with a six-option glass touch panel.

Four burners on the cooktop give you a wide range of heat (400-16,000 BTU), so whether you're simmering sauces or stir-frying vegetables you'll have the power you need. The porcelain-coated cooktop is easy to clean and maintain.

The oven has 8-pass elements for the bake and broiler elements. That means you're going to have even heating for baking a lasagna and browning the cheese on top. And, the true/European convection in the oven (with an 1,100 watt element) gives you more evenness when baking breads and cookies. You can even bake up to three trays of cookies at the same time. 30% less cooking time with convection, and faster pre-heating, means less time spent cooking and more time spent enjoying delicious food.

There's a temperature probe in the oven, too. so no more overcooking roasts. You'll have a much easier time getting turkeys cooked perfectly and pork loins that are juicy instead of dried out. By not opening the door several times and removing the food to check the internal temperature, you'll also save energy and get done cooking faster.

For sharp European styling and excellent cooking, the Bosch Pro dual-fuel slide-in range HDI7282U is a fantastic range.

Bosch Pro HDI7282U

If you prefer a more traditional American residential look, the Bosch HDI7052U gives you all the same features (except the temperature probe) with a glass door and a black control panel and knobs for a difference of a couple hundred dollars less.

Bosch HDI7052U

Waste King Legend 8000 EZ-Mount garbage disposal

(Manufacturer: Waste King)

Let's take a look at the Waste King Legend 8000 EZ-Mount garbage disposal.

The Legend 8000 is a continuous feed disposal for convenient operation. Simply turn on the cold water, turn on the disposal, and feed your food waste into the disposal.

With sound insulation, the Legend 8000 is quieter than other models. A 1HP motor is kept quiet while chowing through the toughest foods with 2800 RPM of grinding power.

The full stainless steel grinding elements and grinding ring, along with a glass-filled polyester grind chamber, ensure greater durability and years of rust-free operation. And, a lifetime corrosion warranty and lifetime in-home service warranty mean you don't have to worry about the disposal corroding or being out of commission.

Installation is simple, utilizing the EZ-Mount system. It even comes with a power cord (not all disposals do).

With all these benefits, the Waste King Legend 8000 garbage disposal is tough to beat.

Waste King Legend 8000

Would you prefer a batch-feed version? Done! Check out the Waste King Legend 8000TC, which has all the same features with a batch-feed mechanism rather than switch-controlled continuous feed.

Waste King Legend 8000TC

Kenmore Elite 29.2 cubic foot Side-by-Side Refrigerator 5118X

(Manufacturer: Whirlpool)

The appliance of the week is the Kenmore Elite 29.2 cubic foot side-by-side refrigerator model 5118X. This model is available in white (51182), black (51189), and stainless steel (51183).

The Kenmore Elite 5118X has flat doors (not contoured), and the same "bow tie" design handles to match other current Kenmore Elite appliances. The freezer door has a water/ice dispenser with all the controls for the refrigerator directly above it in a black touch panel. The controls are lit in blue for a sharp, sophisticated look. Hinges are hidden behind the facade of the doors, creating a clean and built-in appearance.

Inside the refrigerator, there are 17 cubic feet of storage space. The shelves are tempered glass with a front trim on each and nano-etched spill-proofing. GeniusCool with dual evaporators and SmartSense technology maintains consistent temperature and humidity without letting the odors from the refrigerator enter the freezer. The CleanFlow air filter uses activated charcoal to eliminate odors from the refrigerator cabin. And, the humidity-controlled crisper has a special pouch to keep produce fresh for weeks. The refrigerator door is equipped with four gallon shelves that can accommodate up to 8 gallon jugs.

In the freezer, the tempered glass shelves and door bins provide 12.2 cubic feet of storage room. With the icemaker located on the door, more shelf space is free for frozen foods. Two enclosed drawers at the bottom give you enhanced organization options.

Plentiful LED lights inside both compartments ensure easy visibility of all the contents, so nothing goes to waste. They also use very little energy to run and don't get hot while they're on, so they don't contribute to loss of cold in the refrigerator or freezer.

The dispenser on the door not only gives you ice and water, but can also dispense measured amounts of water, making recipes that much easier to complete. Need half a cup of water? Done. And, it's clean and fresh, which makes your recipes come out that much better.

For huge storage capacity, super convenience, and sophisticated styling, the Kenmore Elite 5118X is a model that is worth your time and consideration.

Kenmore Elite 51183

Want all of that stuff in a counter-depth model? Check out the 24.6 cubic foot Kenmore Elite 5115X, available in white (51152), black (51159), and stainless steel (51153).

Kenmore Elite 51153