Our Proctor Silex crock pot made an unexpected visit to the sink--not just the internal cooking bowl, which is made to be washed, but the electric heating dish, and we're trying to decide whether it's safe to use it again. [more inside]
posted on Aug 2, 2008 - 10 answers

Is anyone familiar with Elmira stoves, especially the Northstar? My mother wants to know if they are anything special besides the obvious retro-charm appeal. My instinct is to tell her if she is going to spend this much to buy a Wolf, which is a fraction of the price. I think if the Elmiras are as well-performing as Wolfs or Vikings she might want one regardless of the cost. (I found this, but it's not quite what I'm looking for.) [more inside]
posted on Jul 8, 2008 - 2 answers

Where can I buy dryer components in New York City? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2008 - 4 answers

Looking for a coffee maker with one important characteristic - the coffee must be HOT. Just hot won't cut it. The coffee needs to come out HOT. Help me find my maker. [more inside]
posted on Aug 8, 2007 - 22 answers

Hi MeFi, does anyone know a brand/model of microwave oven that doesn't beep if you leave the food in it after the cooking is finished? Manufacturers' web sites never mention little, but important, things like this. It's for an office, and I don't want people driven insane if someone forgets to take their food out. There's nothing I hate more than nagging appliances!
posted on Jul 19, 2007 - 25 answers

Bought house, with appliances. Dishwasher broken from get-go. Dryer quickly broke. Washer never worked well. Agent not particularly helpful. Long. [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2007 - 23 answers

Is voltage/frequency all I need to know to use my brazilian appliances in the US? [more inside]
posted on Jun 27, 2007 - 9 answers

Two weeks ago I rented a new place. A previous tenant left the washer and dryer here. I can't figure out who owns what! Help! [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2007 - 12 answers

Advice on voltage transformers for using US kitchen appliances in Europe? [more inside]
posted on May 30, 2007 - 10 answers

What to do about a scratched laundry tub? [more inside]
posted on Jan 28, 2007 - 11 answers

I'm considering moving to a new apartment with a better location but fewer amenities. Am I going to regret this? [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2007 - 38 answers

I recently received a static or electric shock from a slice of bread and I am curious how this happened. [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2007 - 6 answers

How do I stop my refrigerator from buzzing? [more inside]
posted on Oct 16, 2006 - 8 answers

I need to gain access behind a dishwasher. Are the hoses and electrical cables generally long enough so that a dishwasher can be pulled out without the need to disconnect said hoses and cables? Or am I better off calling someone who knows more about electricity and plumbing than I?
posted on Sep 14, 2006 - 10 answers

Coffee Achievers filter: The grind settings wheel on my La Pavoni burr coffee grinder seems to have jammed...I suspect that I will need to replace the entire unit. Please support my caffeine addiction by referring me to a top-performing burr grinder that will cost me less than $50. It may help you to know that I use the ground coffee in a French press.
posted on Jul 28, 2006 - 13 answers

Please help me iron out two weird quirks relating to the purchase of an air conditioner, says the Chicago MeFite looking at a 104-degree heat index coming down the pike. (And even if you don't have an answer, check out two simple corollary queries you might be able to help me with at the end.) [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2006 - 22 answers

How can one tell the production history of a microwave oven? I bought a GE JES1656SJ at Best Buy today. Got it for a good price. Went home, Googled the model number. Very few hits. Nothing at epinions or consumerreview. Not sold at amazon. On the GE website itself, I found its page (with some effort). On this page it said "Sold Only at Lowe's" (the chain hardware/appliance stores). The fact that I bought this elsewhere notwithstanding, is there anyway to find out if this is an old/defective/dangerous/unpopular model? Is it unusual to produce specific models for certain outlets? The oven is still in the box pending the results of my investigation. Thanks.
posted on Jun 25, 2006 - 7 answers

What's wrong with my 'fridge? The refrigerator is only cooling down to about 60 deg. F, and the freezer is only going down to 30 deg. F, even on maximum cool settings. Secondarily, is it worth getting it repaired, and is that even possible? [more inside]
posted on Jun 24, 2006 - 17 answers

Noisy air conditioner: Our brand-new window ac unit makes an unholy racket every 15-20 minutes or so. [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2006 - 11 answers

Why do all my table fans eventually stop working? [more inside]
posted on May 3, 2006 - 7 answers

Will I damage my refrigerator if I transport it on its side? [more inside]
posted on Mar 29, 2006 - 13 answers

Safe to use an extension cord for a small refrigerator? [more inside]
posted on Mar 12, 2006 - 15 answers

Are over the range microwaves safe over gas stoves? [more inside]
posted on Feb 28, 2006 - 18 answers

My garbage disposal trips the nearby GFCI circuit every time I use it. What can I do? [more inside]
posted on Feb 25, 2006 - 10 answers

Food Processors... what can you tell me? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2005 - 14 answers

I've quieted my PC by getting rid of loud fans. As my s.o. wakes me up with an old, loud hair dryer every morning, I wonder if a company has done the same with that appliance. Are there any quiet hair dryers available that still do the job? Money is no object if there's something out there that puts out heat, dries hair in a couple minutes, and is say, under 60db.
posted on Nov 28, 2005 - 14 answers

I'm buying a new refrigerator with a bottom mount freezer, and need some advice. [more inside]
posted on Nov 23, 2005 - 12 answers

Will a 240 VAC panini grill work on 110 VAC? [more inside]
posted on Oct 30, 2005 - 15 answers

Time for a new clothes dryer. It'll be a front-loader, if that makes a difference. Should I go with gas or stay with electric? And why?
posted on Sep 30, 2005 - 15 answers

How do I fix a light fixture which causes a bulb to blow out, but only after a month or so? [more inside]
posted on Aug 25, 2005 - 6 answers

How does a toaster's light-dark control work? Perhaps something clever with a bi-metallic strip... can't believe the toast's 'doneness' is actually being tested; but from experience it seems more sophisticated than just adjusting a timer. How do dem? [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2005 - 12 answers

Does anyone have experience with French-Door Refrigerators? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2005 - 13 answers

I have a lamp with a weird plug. Blurry pictures, but what kind of plug is this? (also here)
posted on Jan 20, 2005 - 10 answers

Have you ever bought a stackable washer/dryer? I'm looking for a New York City sized washer dryer set, something that will fit in my small space. I have a hookup that was here when I bought the place but I've never used it. Any thoughts on what the smallest, most incredibly efficent, wonderful, washer/dryer unit might be?
posted on Jan 2, 2005 - 13 answers

My dishwasher isn't draining properly... help please?
posted on Dec 23, 2004 - 8 answers

What's wrong with my dishwasher? First this happened and then this. Now the dishwasher runs continuously but does not spray any water. I was so proud when I "fixed" the disposal, so help is greatly appreciated.
posted on Dec 9, 2004 - 12 answers

I'm in the market for a new dishwasher. (The machine kind, not the employee kind, silly.) This is new territory for me. I'm looking to spend $500 or less. What factors should I consider?
posted on Sep 6, 2004 - 7 answers

What can you make out of an old washer and dryer? My kids and I are looking for something to do. You can help!
posted on Aug 28, 2004 - 7 answers

Does anyone know a cheaper way to get replacement appliance parts than the manufacturer or those places that come up in google like Partsolver.com (specifically, for a gas range)?
posted on Jul 18, 2004 - 5 answers

International Voltage adapters...
posted on Jul 6, 2004 - 6 answers

Cooking Without a Stove -- For a number of reasons, my best friend will be without a stove until September. Her family is getting tired of chicken and veggies cooked in her electric steamer. Not being a meat eater, I'm little help... [Step inside, walk this way...]
posted on Jun 28, 2004 - 25 answers