Ace Appliance Performing Central Air Start Ups

In preparation for summer, Ace Appliance is setting up appointments for our annual “Pre-Season Central Air Start-up Special”.  This special  will run through June 1^st.  

This 14 Point Clean & Check can increase your operating efficiency by up to 40%, saving you money on your electric bill.  Our goal is to get your central air unit performing at its best and keep you cool this summer!

14 Point Clean & Check:

1. Clean condenser with high pressure C02
2. Check refrigerant charge with gauges
3. Check superheat of system
4. Check indoor air filter assembly
5. Check indoor evaporator  assembly
6. Check indoor electrical connections
7. Check indoor blower motor assembly
8. Oil indoor blower assembly
9. Oil outdoor blower assembly
10. Check outdoor electrical connections
11. Inspect outdoor condenser
12. Inspect suction line for proper insulation
13. Inspect air flow from indoor registers
14. Inspect thermostat for proper leveling

Scheduling is easy. Choose a day, Monday thru Saturday, and a 3 hour time window that works for you.  Time windows for this special are available starting at the 12-3 time slot and continuing through most of the afternoon. These appointments are limited, on a first come first serve basis, and fill up fast.  Call our friendly office staff at (419) 382-6077 and schedule today! 

 

Tags: central air, central air condenser

LG Adds Pizza Baking Drawer to Its Newest Microwaves

Last November, LG released several new models of microwaves ovens. These microwaves double as convection ovens and include a new drawer designed for baking frozen or fresh pizzas. These new models are designed to serve as a second oven that can pre-heat, bake or roast foods in less time. The microwaves use heat sensors to determine when the food is properly cooked and will turn themselves off accordingly. Suggested retail on these units is $209.

Source: Marcone World Magazine, March 2012 Issue

GE Making Washing Performance Improvements to Dishwashers

The newest line of GE dishwashers to be introduced this year will include features to increase washing performance. The dishwashers will feature four newly reconfigured water jets aimed at the utensil rack to properly clean debris from silverware. GE will also use the PureClean system to filter the water and prevent food from re-depositing onto dishes. GE Steam Clean technology will use steam before the wash rather than at the end of the cycle. This process rehydrates dried and baked on grease and food to allow for easier removal during the wash.  Many new dishwasher models will also highlight fans in the door to pull moisture out of the dishwasher to aid in the drying process.

Source: Marcone World Magazine, December 2011 Issue

GE Launches Spanish Version of IPhone App

GE has released a Spanish-language version of their smart phone friendly appliance information site. GE launched its original English
site in November of 2010.  On the site, users can search products and locate retail stores in their area. Customers can also use the site to locate an authorized service provider. The Spanish version was launched after GE reacted to the 75 percent increase in traffic to the Spanish version of its regular product website.

Source:  Marcone World, December 2011 Issue

American Mothers Love Their Dishwashers

An online poll conducted on behalf of BSH Home Appliances, surveyed men and women ages 25 and up, asking questions about their mothers and kitchen  appliances. Results of the poll showed 50 percent of those surveyed thought their  mother’s kitchen appliance of choice would be a dishwasher, followed by 23
percent for an oven/range and 19 percent preferred a new refrigerator.  A senior product manager at Bosch sites the results  as a reflection of women wanting more time in their day. Dishwashers make women’s  lives easier and make them the clear winner.

Source: Marcone World Magazine, December 2011 Issue

Amana Workers Approve New Contract

In late September, more than 1,900 union workers at Whirlpool’s Amana division approved a new four year contract.  SourceMedia spoke with more than a dozen workers who tuned out to vote in Cedar Rapids. Most were either unenthusiastic about the deal or completely opposed to it. Under the new contract, wages would only increase $1 per hour over four years.

Source: Appliance Service News, December 2011 Issue

Tags: Amana, union, Whirlpool

Rheem and Ruud Condensing Units named Most Efficient Products

Rheem and Ruud are among the first air conditioning brands on the Energy Star Most Efficient List. Brands featured on this list must undergo an approval process from the Environmental Protection Agency.  Qualifying air conditioners must achieve efficiencies of more than 18 SEER.  The specified criteria also included a need for communications, diagnostics and automated configuration.

Source: HVAC Insider, 3^rd Quarter 2011

Tags: Rheem, Ruud

Haier Electronics Now Partially U.S. Owned

Carlyle Group, a U.S. investment firm, has purchased a 6% interest in Haier Electronics Group of China. The portion of Haier, the large appliance manufacturer, was acquired for about $10 billion. Haier plans to use the revenue from this sale to invest in logistics centers, bettering its aftermarket support operations, and continuing to develop e-commerce operations.

Source: Appliance Service News, November 2011 Issue

Tags: Haier

Dacor Announces New President

Upscale cooking appliance manufacturer Dacor announced that Steve Joseph will succeed his father, Mike Joseph, as President of the corporation. The senior Mr. Joseph will remain with the company serving as CEO. The Joseph family has owned and operated the Dacor Corporation since the company was founded in 1965.

 Steve Joseph previously held positions in Dacor’s operations and information technology departments and more recently served as the company’s national service manager. Steve’s job as President will be to oversee sales, marketing, and operations.

Source: Appliance Service News, November 2011 Issue

Tags: Dacor

Whirlpool among Inductees to Made in the USA Hall of Fame

Appliance manufacturer Whirlpool was named into the Made in the USA Foundation’s Hall of Fame during a ceremony held in June in Santa Monica, California. Whirlpool beat out fellow nominees Viking and Sub-Zero in the Large Kitchen Appliances category. The nominated companies are evaluated on their contribution to job creation in the United States, promotion of American-made products, and labor and environmental standards.

Source: Appliance Service News, November 2011 Issue

Tags: made in USA, sub-zero, Viking, Whirlpool