RECALL: Samsung™ Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 5, 2009Release # 10-031
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 402-6974
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Samsung™ Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Units: About 43,000
Importer: Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
Hazard: If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall involves Samsung 1000 watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall:
Affected production lots
Affected Serial Number Range

From serial number
To serial number
All SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009:
xxxxxxxS1xxxxxx
xxxxxxxS5xxxxxx

Some products produced in June were also affected:
From serial number
To serial number
SMH9151B
xxxxxxOS600001xxxxxxTS600001
xxxxxxOS600100xxxxxxTS601100
SMH9151S
xxxxxxTS600001
xxxxxxTS601386
SMH9151ST
xxxxxxTS600001
xxxxxxTS600330
SMH9151STE
xxxxxxTS600001
xxxxxxTS600330
SMH9151W
xxxxxxOS600001xxxxxxTS600001
xxxxxxOS600200xxxxxxTS602055
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200.
Manufactured in: Malaysia
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET 7 days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.samsung.com/otrrecall
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CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

APPLIANCE RECALLS- ELECTROLUX GAS RANGE

It's important to keep up with the latest in appliance recalls for your own safety and the safety of your loved ones. Being in the business, we try to keep up with this as well. Here is a link where you too can stay up to date on the latest in government recalls: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/category/household.html

Here is the first we are posting and I will post them for you to peruse and to help keep you safe in the coming blog posts.

Food for thought, ArchAngel

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  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 24, 2009Release # 10-048
Electrolux Recall Hotline: (888) 360-8557 Sears Recall Hotline: (800) 733-2299CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Electrolux Media Contact: (614) 761-2633

Electrolux ICON® and Kenmore PRO® Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Electrolux ICON and Kenmore Pro 30” Gas Ranges
Units: About 900
Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Hazard: An incorrect part allows more fuel to pass to the range’s oven than can be burned efficiently, causing incomplete combustion and the release of carbon monoxide. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received four reports of incidents involving carbon monoxide being released from the recalled gas range. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The following Electrolux ICON and Kenmore PRO 30” free-standing gas range model and serial numbers are included in this recall. For Electrolux ICON, the model and serial numbers are located on the back of the range. For the Kenmore PRO, the model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door and also on the back of the range. Not all serial numbers within these ranges are included in the recall.
Brand
Model
Serial Number Range
Electrolux ICON Gas Range
E30GF74HPS
NF83000000 – NF93633000
Kenmore PRO 30” Gas Range
790.76913800790.76913801
Sold at: Appliance retailers nationwide from August 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,500 and $3,500.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the range’s oven and contact Electrolux for the Electrolux ICON or Sears for the Kenmore PRO to schedule a free repair. Consumers can continue to use the cooktop (top burners) and the broiler as well as any clock and/or timer functions.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Electrolux toll-free at (888) 360-8557 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and on Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.gasrangeorifice.com/. Consumers with Kenmore PRO brand ranges should call Sears toll-free at (800) 733-2299 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.

CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

Appliance Parts Store???

We have been regulating our call volume and have noticed about 33% of our calls are people looking to buy parts. We don't currently sale parts to the public but are considering opening a store in the Hendersonville area.

We wanna know if you feel there is a need in Hendersonville for such a store!

Let us know what you think!

Thanks and God bless

ArchAngel

TO BUY NEW OR NOT TO BUY???

THAT IS THE QUESTION!!!

Now that is truly the twenty point question for sure!!!

There are so many answers to this question depending on what type appliance you are seeking and what price range or brands you are interested in. To help you out, though, we are suggesting you do these things:

• First, make a list of all the amenities you want in your new appliance. Now, go down the list and put in order your list of needs from least to greatest. Last, scrutinize your list and see if there are any amenities or gadgets that you can do without. By making a short but comprehensive list of needs you will be able to narrow down which brands will offer the appliance that will best suit your needs. Also, this will help you get out of that "Buyer's I want it ALL Mode". By taking time to decipher our REAL needs, you can save yourself some real money!!! Last, ask yourself, "Am I a person who wants a, _____ fill in the blank, that looks good- performs well- is hardy- fancified- or whatever? Do I need the appliance to just work or do I want it to make me look good or improve home value?" Get to the core of why you need this new appliance.... Brainstorming on paper always helps to make a level headed decision.
• Second, we suggest you give us a call! We love to give sound advice. We won't completely endorse any one brand or another due to legal issues but we can send you in the right direction for sure! We know people in town whom we would trust buying from and whom are "straight shooters" as well.
• Third, get out those Consumer Reports Magazines or get online at their website. Taking a little time to research the field you are buying in can really save you money. They have unbiased reports you can peruse as well as Environmental tips on buying Environmentally Friendly appliances.
• Fourth, Ask your neighbors! Ask all your friends and family about their appliances. What has met their needs?
• Fifth, Do you know a real estate salesperson??? If you do, phone them next for sure!!! Chances are they are gonna be in the know about which appliances you can trust and what will improve the value of your home. They will know what insurers prefer as well as potential buyers.
• Sixth, and last, take a deep breath and go with your gut, or if you are the praying mind, pray on it. I always believe that if you listen to yourself, your gut, and listen to God, you will make a good buying decision. If you have done your homework and researched the appliance.... If you have made your wants list and know what you need to meet you needs....
• At this point you should know: What you want, why you want it, whom to purchase from, what your friends and family think, what will make your home more pleasing in the potential need to sell, and last that you are comfortable with the decision you have made!

Go buy that new appliance!!!! And, the very last tidbit is finally give us a call to haul off that old appliance and have her recycled. She would be ever so sad in a huge landfill!!!

Blessings and Food for thought,

ArchAngel Appliance Repair Service

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Clogged Refrigerator Drain???

Got a Clogged Refrigerator?

Here lately we have had multiple calls for clogged drains in refrigerators. This happens because of ''what grows where the water goes''....

Here are some tips for you Do It Yourselfers!

First, to Prevent this from happening to your Fabulous Fridge:If you can visually see your drain in the back of the freezer, then you can take a turkey baster with hot water and lemon juice and squirt it down the hole. The lemon juice will naturally 'eat' away grime and clean it as well as prevent more grime from growing.

If you cannot see your drain in the back of the refrigerator it can be behind a panel in the rear of some side by sides. It might also be behind the panel in back in a top mount unit. In this case it is easier to phone us unless you are technically sound. You will need your manual and or a diagram from the internet.

Second, If your drain is already clogged then you may need to unplug the unit and use your hair dryer and a turkey baster with hot water to fix your drain. Use the hair dryer to thaw out the frozen substances and then use the turkey baster with lemon water to clean it as above. You may have to alternate the procedure over and over but with some time and amazing lemon juice you should be alright.

Remember to clean your drain pan often as well! If your refrigerator cannot flow properly you will indeed get ''gunked up'' as well as cause more issues like floor damage.

Food for thought and if you have further questions never hesitate to phone,

ArchAngel
www.ArchAngelApplianceRepair.com

ENTER TODAY TO WIN!!!

"GREEN LIVING TIPS" CONTEST
Yall don't forget to enter the Green Living Tips Contest!!!

The ending date is coming up soon!!! Just take a simple post card mailed to us with your three best Green Living Tips!

good luck!!!

pictured is the Free and Clear Kit of of the prizes! winkwink!

We have a new contest! Here at ArchAngel we take
Green Living seriously! We want to hear about all your
Green Living Tips!
To enter the contest all you have to do is write at least three
Green Living Tips on a postcard and send it to us. We will post everyone's responses on our blog as we receive them. One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive a Seventh Generation Healthy Home Kit valued at $38.99. A Second runner up will receive a Seventh Generation Free and Clear Kit valued at $29.99 (more info below). The winners will be chosen by a third party (not an employee of or working with ArchAngel Appliance) and the decision will be based on how creative and inspiring the tips are. For more details see below and we look forward to reading your tips and telling others about them!
**Teachers if you would like to get your entire class involved we have a special promotion going just for your students to win. Contact us directly by phone for more information and I will send you a form with all the details!
Eligibility :ArchAngel Appliance Repair's "GREEN LIVING TIPS" 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 and parent will accept price for child.
Promotion Period :The ArchAngel Appliance Repair's Fridge Gone Wild Contest ("Contest") starts on August 15, 2009 at 12:01 AM Eastern Time ("ET") and ends on November 15, 2009 at 11:59 PM ET ("Contest Period"). Winner will be announced on Thanksgiving Day via local newspaper and website announcement.
How To Enter:During the Contest Period, Submit a postcard with at least three Green Living Tips written on it and your signature, address,
and contact phone number.*Only hard copies will be accepted. Please do not send emails.
We DO NOT ever open direct emails, only our contacts forms.
Mail to:Attn: "GREEN LIVING TIPS" CONTEST, ArchAngel Appliance,
77 Evans Road, Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739.Submissions will be judged on creativity, uniqueness, newness of tips... and by a third party representative
not employed by ArchAngel Appliance.
Prize (s):1st. 2nd & Child Winner prizes will each receive an ArchAngel Appliance Repair's "GREEN LIVING TIPS" CONTEST Certificate &
One (1) Grand Prize will be awarded consisting of the following:
*Healthy Home Kit $38.99 Item #: HEALTHY HOME KITProduct Description: See first photo aboveReceive a FREE Seventh Generation Tote Bag with this Gift Kit!Get your household on a healthy footing with Seventh Generation’s Healthy Home Starter Kit. It contains everything you'll need to keep your home "clean and green."Kitchen Cleaner - Our Wild Orange & Cedar Spice cleaner tackles even greasy cooking surfaces and smelly garbage cans with ease.All-Purpose Cleaner - Cleans and degreases hard surfaces, indoors and out. Non toxic, it creates no harsh fumes. Safe for your family and the planet, great for wet mopping; not recommended on wood floors.Glass & Surface Cleaner - Effectively cleans glass, mirrors, chrome and other hard surfaces – without streaks, toxins, fumes or harsh chemicals.Shower Cleaner - Green Mandarin & Leaf daily-use shower spray prevents soap-scum buildup, mold and mildew without harsh fumes or toxic agents.Toilet Bowl Cleaner - Compare our Emerald Cypress & Fir Toilet Bowl Cleaner to your cleaner. You'll love the change! Cleans and deodorizes without harsh fumes, harmful chemicals, aerosols or dyes.Tub & Tile Cleaner - You'll love our Emerald Cypress & Fir Tub & Tile Cleaner. No harsh fumes. Refreshing spa scent makes bathroom cleaning a pleasure!Brown Paper Towels - These unbleached, 100%-recycled towels clean up spills fast! No dyes or fragrances; 120 two-ply sheets per roll.
One (1) Second Place Prize will be awarded consisting of the following:
*Free & Clear Kit $29.99 Item #: FREE and CLEAR KITProduct Description: See second photo aboveReceive a FREE Seventh Generation Tote Bag with this Gift Kit!Introduce your family to the Seventh Generation family. Tough on dirt and household messes, they're gentle on your wallet, your family and our planet. Free & Clear products contain no fragrances, dyes or masking agents. Plus they're biodegradable. Your Seventh Generation Free & Clear Kit contains:2x Liquid Laundry (32 oz.) - This unique, non-irritating blend of plant-based surfactants and enzymes powers out the toughest stains.Hand Dish Soap - Tough on grease, gentle on your hands and the earth. No phosphates, safe for even the youngest dish-washing family members.All-Purpose Cleaner - Cleans and degreases hard surfaces, indoors and out. Non toxic, it creates no harsh fumes. Safe for your family and the planet, great for wet mopping; not recommended on wood floors.Auto Dish Tabs (15-count tabs) - Concentrated automatic-dishwasher pacs deliver phosphate- and chlorine-free detergent in convenient packets. Environmentally friendly, safe for your family.Glass & Surface Cleaner - Effectively cleans glass, mirrors, chrome and other hard surfaces – without streaks, toxins, fumes or harsh chemicals.Liquid Fabric Softener - Free & Clear 40oz.Canola-derived fabric softener makes your laundry naturally fluffy and static-free. Add to your final rinse cycle or use for hand-washing delicates. Truly free and clear of fragrances, dyes, and masking agents.
One (1) Child Winner Prize will be awarded consisting of the following:
$$20.00 Gift Card for Fun Depot in Asheville NC
*The kits will be ordered direct from Seventh Generation and therefore Seventh Generation retains the right to substitute products of equal value due to availability.
For more information, visit www.ArchAngelApplianceRepair.com, or call 828-693-7905.GOOD LUCK!!!
*All entries become the property of the ArchAngel Appliance Repair and will not be returned to the entrant. Submission of an entry shall constitute the grant of a non-exclusive, royalty free license to the ArchAngel Appliance Repair, and its' sublicensees, to reproduce, display, prepare derivative works, distribute to the public by sale or other transfer, and to utilize the photograph submitted for any purpose, including but not limited to publication on the World Wide Web, interpretive publications, and commercial uses. Entrants agree to grant to Sponsor and Organizer an everlasting, royalty-free, assignable, exclusive license to use, utilize, replicate, alter, adapt, modify, publish, broadcast, translate, produce derivative works from, distribute, present, play, sublicense and exercise all copyright and other intellectual property rights with respect to your contribution worldwide and/or to include your contribution in other works in any media now known or later created forever.

Do It Yourselfers!!!!

We Want You!!!
I have been thinking... what if we had a mini class on some small Do It Yourself ideas and how to's on how to keep your appliance working to peak performance... Any takers???
I don't know about you but I am a hands on and visual learner.
I can read and read but give me a picture or actual chance to work something, it sticks in my mind. So I thought this might really help some folks!
If there is a high interest, I will begin the plans on the course and set up a meeting place.
Would love to hear your thoughts!

Food for thought,
ArchAngel