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Monday, July 6, 2009
Do you ever wonder, what Brand do I buy? What size or how many extras do I want on my new appliance? Well....We are ultra busy servicing calls & I won't have much time this week to write a new blog. So the next four or five posts are going to be some awesome info that I found on US Appliance's website. Buying Guides! Everybody loves great buying guide tips! Also, if you have a question on what to buy don't hesitate to phone us. We have a cell and if we are out on a call we can call you right back.Food for thought,
ArchAngel
US Appliance's website is comprehensive and complete. Enjoy reading!
http://www.us-appliance.com/rabugu.htmlBefore you buy a Kitchen Range take a few moments to read our range buying guide for some important tips and ideas.
A range is essentially two appliances in one. A set of burners sits on top of the unit with an oven integrated below.
Most models provide consistently good performance and flexible features for multiple cooking purposes and are generally less expensive than comparable gas models. They allow you to maintain very low heat which is not always possible on some gas models. It can be more difficult to regulate temperature with electric heat than with gas. Electric ranges use two types of cooktop heat: | |
| | Standard Coil Burner. The coil sits above the range top surface or into a recessed cavity. The coils are more vulnerable to spills but drip pans capture spills and are generally easy to access, remove and clean. These units are usually less expensive. |
| | Smooth-Top Electric Ranges. The radiant elements are installed beneath a glass surface presenting a sleek integrated appearance. These cooktops are easy to clean. The radiant elements heat quickly and evenly. |
Gas Ranges Gas range burners allow you select different levels of heat which can cool down or heat up cookware almost instantly, offering more precise temperature control. They are typically more expensive than comparable electric models, but are usually cheaper to operate. | |
| |  Higher quality gas ranges offer special burners for fast high output heat for quick boiling or searing. They also offer burners that hold a gentle low heat for simmering sauces and liquids. Many models feature sealed gas burners which make clean-up easier and prevent food from being trapped under the burners. You will need a gas hookup to either a natural gas source or to a LP (liquid propane supply tank) |
| | Duel-Fuel Gas and Electric ranges Dual fuel ranges combine the instant response of gas burners and the even heat of an electric oven. |
| | Commercial Style Home Ranges Commercial style ranges are becoming increasingly popular and offer a variety of options catering to the needs of even the most demanding cooks. |
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| | Consider the number of people that you typically cook for. If you cook frequently or for large numbers, a large capacity range and oven may be your best choice. Ranges are available in multiple sizes for just about any cooking requirement. Heat Output: Most gas ranges have four or more burners whose output measured in Btu/hr (British thermal units) A range with at least one high output burner is recommended (Approx 15,000 or more Btu/hr.) Medium and Low Output burner options are also available to cover a variety of cooking needs. The output of electric burners are typically measured in Watts. The higher the number the faster your food will cook. Ranges come in a variety of sizes. 30 inch ranges are standard although larger commercial style ranges come in widths or 36, 48, or even 60" |
 Freestanding ranges do not need to be fitted into cabinetry and have finished sides. | |
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| Electronic temperature controls allow for more accurate cooking temperatures Self-cleaning ovens eliminate the need for strong smelling sprays and scrubbing. Programmable timing options allow you to preset your oven to automatically turn on and off to cook your meals even when you are not present. Convection Ovens cook about 30% faster than conventional ovens. Fans in the oven circulate the heat around foods to cook them faster. Simmer burners provide low, gradual heat when required for a variety of cooking needs such as preparing soups and sauces. Once a draw-back when cooking with gas, better gas ranges offer precise low temperature control. High-heat burners instantly provide cooking heat allowing you to quickly boil or sear foods as required, dramatically cutting down on cooking time. On some high-end ranges you can find burner output exceeding an incredible 17,500 Btu/hr. Warming drawers store cooked food, keeping it warm and moist until you are ready to serve. Warming features in ovens and on cooktops also serve a similar purpose. Dual element burners: Some electric ranges feature an inner ring for smaller pans and a large outer ring for larger pots and pans. A flick of the switch turns on the preferred size. Bridge Element. An extra element between two main elements on a smooth-top cooktop that can be turned on to create a large surface for large pans such as griddles. Adjustable oven racks allow you to adapt your oven to your particular cooking needs. Multiple broil settings allow you to broil different types of food at optimal temperatures Seamless or continuous grates allow you to easily slide heavy pots between burners without doing any lifting. Optional Configurations. Some manufacturers allow you to customize their range cooktops with accessories such as grills, griddles, wok rings and more. Hot surface indicator lights are available on some electric models alert you that a surface may still be hot even though it is powered off. Large oven windows and lighting allow you to easily view your oven contents without opening the door. | |
| | Make sure it will fit! Measure the space that you have available for your range. Know the height, width and depth of the area you want the new model to fit into. If selecting a Gas Range you will need a gas hookup to a natural gas source or to a LP (liquid propane supply tank). You will need an electrical hookup for both types of ranges. |
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Because we not only have our private blog but all our posts are shown on the Blue Ridge Now Forums and Blogs, we wanted to have our Do It Yourself Disclaimer printed. So, sorry to bore you folks, but here you go...
DIY DISCLAIMER:
You must be competent to carry out repairs, and must accept responsibility for your own and other people's safety.
We use all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information contained on our blog is correct and accurate.
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We therefore cannot be held liable for any loss arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or any action taken in reliance on, any information appearing on this website, which is given free of charge and in good faith.
If you need repair help please do not hesitate to call us. If you need DIY or Advice again, don't hesitate to call. We will not be held liable for your actions though. Keep this is mind. You are responsible for your own repair work.
DIY DISCLAIMER:
You must be competent to carry out repairs, and must accept responsibility for your own and other people's safety.
We use all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information contained on our blog is correct and accurate.
No representations or warranties are made (express or implied) as to the reliability, accuracy or completeness of such information.
We therefore cannot be held liable for any loss arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or any action taken in reliance on, any information appearing on this website, which is given free of charge and in good faith.
If you need repair help please do not hesitate to call us. If you need DIY or Advice again, don't hesitate to call. We will not be held liable for your actions though. Keep this is mind. You are responsible for your own repair work.
Don't Forget! Enter The Photo Contest!
Just a friendly reminder for everyone to enter the Photo Contest! One month left!Details below or on our website!
Here is a link for our blog directly... not through the Times News. Join as a friend!
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We wanted to remind everyone about our ongoing photo contest!
Let's get creative! Also, send your DIY questions to us as well at archangelappliance@yahoo.com. Please, no spamming...
How To Enter:
During the Contest Period, Submit a color or black and white photograph of your refrigerator or subject matter/artistic display; displaying your photo featuring your refrigerator's contents or your artistic creative license, imagination, differing mediums which answers the question: "What's In Your Fridge???".
Eligibility :
ArchAngel Appliance Repair's "Fridge Gone Wild" Contest is open to legal residents of Western North Carolina, who are of the age of majority in the jurisdiction in which they reside (and at least 18 years of age). *Children whom would like to participate must do so with the assistance of their parent.
Promotion Period :
The ArchAngel Appliance Repair's Fridge Gone Wild Contest ("Contest") starts on June 10, 2009 at 12:01 AM Eastern Time ("ET") and ends on August 15, 2009 at 11:59 PM ET ("Contest Period").
*Only hard copies will be accepted. Please do not send Jpegs. by mailing to:
Attn: "Fridge Gone Wild" Contest, ArchAngel Appliance, 77 Evans Road, Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739.
Include your Name, Phone number and address, paper copy of the permissions below and signature, (if child entry be sure to do so for the child as their guardian, do not send photos of the child themselves!) and a copy of your photograph or the child's artwork. Entries will Not be returned!
Submissions will be judged on creativity, uniqueness, overall look, humor, and how your refrigerator contents exemplifies Western North Carolina or you as a person/ hobbies/ etc. Photos must be original work by the individual and not copies or portrayed from other artists. Children (12 and under) may submit drawings in lieu of photography.
Limit :
Limit one (1) entry per person/email address/household.
Prize (s):
1st. 2nd and 3rd place & Child Winner prizes will each receive an ArchAngel Appliance Repair's "Fridge Gone Wild" Contest Certificate &
One (1) Grand Prize will be awarded consisting of the following: Preventative Maintenance for Three Appliances valued at $99.95. and one Gift Card for Food Lion valued at $25.00.
One (1) Second Place Prize will be awarded consisting of the following: Gift Certificate for One Appliance Repair valued at $90.00 (parts additional charge) and one Gift Card for Food Lion valued at $15.00.
One (1) Third Place Prize will be awarded consisting of the following: Preventative Maintenance for One Appliance valued at $39.95 and one Gift Card for Food Lion valued at $5.00.
One (1) Child Winner Prize will be awarded consisting of the following: $25.00 Fun Depot Card
Winners :
Winner’s name (available after 8/20/09), visit www.ArchAngelApplianceRepair.com, or call 828-693-7905.
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Friday, July 3, 2009
Washing Machine Ate My Sock!
Can the Washing Machine Eat My Socks?
It is bound to happen...something will get stuck in your washing machine. Everyone has heard folks upset that it seems the washing machine eats your socks.......Your washing machine is not a veritable black hole...and items that are small don't always just wash away in the drain. There are a number of areas in which things can get stuck. The list of items that can get stuck can be bizarre and sometimes even hilarious. You should only hear half of what we have found in washing machines!
We posed the question earlier in the week: What have you found stuck in your washing machine?
Coins, shoe laces, paper clips, rubber bands, crayons, toys, skivvies, hair clips, buttons, pens, nails and screws, bracelets, rings, plastic credit cards, and rocks are the main culprits.
But have you ever wondered where your socks are going? Honestly, yes. YES. Especially little kid's socks. We recommend using a sock bag for your socks, especially wee one's socks, oh and for skivvies.
The most common item found by far though is the wire from a lady's brassiere. In fact if I didn't know better I would say that some appliance repairman who was low on work invented the darned thing, underwires that is! We find these lodged in the center of the machine after the poor little wire has done its job wreaking havoc from the tub of your machine, through the holes and or gap in between the drum and door seals, and on your other necessary apparatuses in between... In my opinion, the best tip ever to give is to tell ladies to wash their brassieres by hand!
First, they usually work their way to the front plate seal and cause leaks in your sump hose and filter. Second, they can snag bits of fibers or fabric there and cause a plug to occur. This ends up keeping your washer from being able to drain. If you hear a constant scraping sound... an underwire may be talking to you! Coins tend to damage the inner drum, heater, and front plates.
Now ladies, if you do wear these types of bras I suggest once in a while just running your hand gently over your tub. Feel for a wire sticking out of one of the holes... if you are lucky you will catch it in time before it gets sucks into the labyrinth which is the washer black hole! And especially if you are missing one or have in the past, go to it now! Find that wire!
You could save a thousand bucks over the life of your machine just with that little knowledge, between calling me the repair man and or the cost of your washing machine or having to purchase a new one.
When you get something stuck between the outer tub and inner drum we can get it out sometimes, but if you don't know about it over a period of time, it could mean death to the washer!
This is because the price of the tub is staggering...if whatever is stuck punches a hole in your's well... you may be in for trouble!
Now, we sometimes find other odd things in machines.....snakes, lizards, worms, kittens, mice, and any other number of wonderful critters, namely bugs. I always recommend from time to time pulling your machine from the wall and having a good looksee. You don't want a snake to take up residence in your nice warm appliance.
Anyways, we would love to hear more about what yall have found in your washing machines! Especially humorous stories....
Again, Food for thought,
ArchAngel
It is bound to happen...something will get stuck in your washing machine. Everyone has heard folks upset that it seems the washing machine eats your socks.......Your washing machine is not a veritable black hole...and items that are small don't always just wash away in the drain. There are a number of areas in which things can get stuck. The list of items that can get stuck can be bizarre and sometimes even hilarious. You should only hear half of what we have found in washing machines!
We posed the question earlier in the week: What have you found stuck in your washing machine?
Coins, shoe laces, paper clips, rubber bands, crayons, toys, skivvies, hair clips, buttons, pens, nails and screws, bracelets, rings, plastic credit cards, and rocks are the main culprits.
But have you ever wondered where your socks are going? Honestly, yes. YES. Especially little kid's socks. We recommend using a sock bag for your socks, especially wee one's socks, oh and for skivvies.
The most common item found by far though is the wire from a lady's brassiere. In fact if I didn't know better I would say that some appliance repairman who was low on work invented the darned thing, underwires that is! We find these lodged in the center of the machine after the poor little wire has done its job wreaking havoc from the tub of your machine, through the holes and or gap in between the drum and door seals, and on your other necessary apparatuses in between... In my opinion, the best tip ever to give is to tell ladies to wash their brassieres by hand!
First, they usually work their way to the front plate seal and cause leaks in your sump hose and filter. Second, they can snag bits of fibers or fabric there and cause a plug to occur. This ends up keeping your washer from being able to drain. If you hear a constant scraping sound... an underwire may be talking to you! Coins tend to damage the inner drum, heater, and front plates.
Now ladies, if you do wear these types of bras I suggest once in a while just running your hand gently over your tub. Feel for a wire sticking out of one of the holes... if you are lucky you will catch it in time before it gets sucks into the labyrinth which is the washer black hole! And especially if you are missing one or have in the past, go to it now! Find that wire!
You could save a thousand bucks over the life of your machine just with that little knowledge, between calling me the repair man and or the cost of your washing machine or having to purchase a new one.
When you get something stuck between the outer tub and inner drum we can get it out sometimes, but if you don't know about it over a period of time, it could mean death to the washer!
This is because the price of the tub is staggering...if whatever is stuck punches a hole in your's well... you may be in for trouble!
Now, we sometimes find other odd things in machines.....snakes, lizards, worms, kittens, mice, and any other number of wonderful critters, namely bugs. I always recommend from time to time pulling your machine from the wall and having a good looksee. You don't want a snake to take up residence in your nice warm appliance.
Anyways, we would love to hear more about what yall have found in your washing machines! Especially humorous stories....
Again, Food for thought,
ArchAngel
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Cow gets head stuck in washing machine!
Curiosity got the better of a cow who got its head trapped in a fly-tipped washing machine drum
By Tom PeterkinPublished: 1:40PM BST 29 Aug 2008
A member of the public spotted the animal trying to free herself from the metal drum Photo: PA
The animal had to be freed by the Royal Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and was fortunate to escape injury. But the animal charity warned today that fly tipping can cause animals harm.
The RSPCA was called to rescue the heifer from a field at Higher Fraddon, St Columb, Cornwall.
"It is one of the more unusual things we have had to rescue an animal from," Jo Barr of the RSPCA said.
"Young cows are quite curious, and she probably thought there was some food inside the drum," she added.
A member of the public spotted the animal trying to free herself from the metal drum.
RSPCA inspector David Hobbs, rescued the heifer earlier this month and she returned to her herd unharmed.
He said: "Most people hate to see fly-tipping as it is an ugly blight on the landscape, but incidents like these highlight that as well as the visual impact the rubbish can also endanger animals.
"The heifer was probably curious to see a new item dumped in the field and curiosity would have turned to panic once she got her head stuck in the drum and was unable to get it out.
"If people disposed of their rubbish properly many animals would be saved from injury and death.
"A large proportion of the injuries the Society's inspectors, animal collection officers, vets and wildlife hospitals deal with are caused by carelessly discarded rubbish and fishing litter."
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/2644821/Cow-gets-head-stuck-in-washing-machine.html
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Funniest Thing You Have Found in Your Washing Machince?
We wanna know what is the funniest thing you have found in your washing machine? Rocks, Gum, Worms, Erasers......... We Wanna Know! Comment below! Thanks
The pict was found on a blog we read... (Religous related). --If you would like to read here is the link
http://neighbors.denverpost.com/viewtopic.php?f=141&t=123005449&p=748822
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