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Maytag plant makes millionth washer 35 weeks after opening

Less than a year after launching, the Maytag automatic washer assembly plant in Clyde, OH last week produced its one-millionth washing machine. The milestone machine was a Maytag Centennial model, although the plant also assembles Bravos X top-load and Maxima front-load washers.

Opened last summer to manufacture a new generation of laundry appliances, the plant maintains a high level of manufacturing efficiency that enabled production of the first one million washers in only 35 weeks. Previous product launches have taken three to five times longer to reach the same milestone.

“We removed an assembly line that had been producing thousands of units a day for more than a quarter of a century and re-built it from the ground up,” said Alan Holaday, vice president, manufacturing operations, North America Region, for Maytag. All new-generation appliances made in the plant are higher capacity units that offer energy and water…

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According to the latest 2011 Appliance Industry Forecast report issued last week, future appliances will be smarter and greener. This report is structured to provide professionals working in or servicing the appliance industry insight with an understanding or the short-term and long-term impact of the economic recession, market challenges and opportunities, as well as valuable consumer buying trends.

Snapshots from the report:
• Samsung Electronics is betting on smart appliance technology in its bid to become the biggest global producer of refrigerators by next year.
• LG Electronics plans to leverage its extensive library of consumer electronics technology currently used in its cell phone and PC business to make its major appliances SmartGrid compatible.
• Haier Group plans to bring its Smart Life connected-appliance technology, already marketed in China, to the U.S. Smart Life-integrated refrigerators, air-conditioners, and wine cellars use the Internet, mobile…

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We have reduced pricing on some of APWagner.com’s most popular parts.

Including Affresh High Efficiency Washer Cleaner and PuriClean Refrigerator Water Filter.

The complete list of our top selling parts that have new pricing is listed below:

Washer Coupling Assembly … Previously $18.95 … Now $15.99

Clothes Dryer M-Style Coil Kit … Previously $21.79 … Now $18.99

Oven Bake Element … Previously $36.95 … Now $24.99

Clothes Dryer Thermal Fuse Kit … Previously $34.39 … Now $25.99

Dryer Heating Element … Previously $59.49 … Now $49.99

Electric Oven Bake Element … Previously $39.99 … Now $29.99

Range Drip Pan … Previously $5.25 … Now $4.25

Range Flat Oven Ignitor Kit … Previously $49.99 … Now $39.99

8-Inch Range Chrome Drip Bowl … Previously $7.95 … Now $5.99

Range Flat Oven Ignitor Assembly … Previously $49.95 … Now $39.99

Dishwasher Magic … Previously $9.99 … Now $7.99

PuriClean Refrigerator Water Filter … Previously $44.99 … Now $39.99

Clothes Washer Direct Drive Drain Pump … Previously…

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Air conditioner universal support brackets offered by AP Wagner can make sure your window unit is secure. The brackets depending on the model can support up to 160 pounds. Universal support brackets are built for all weather use and easy indoor installation, eliminating the need to work outside.

Air Conditioner Universal Support Brackets – Starting at $29.99

Air Conditioner Universal Support Bracket (1-80 pound support)

Air Conditioner Universal Support Bracket (81-160 pound support)

• Universal design adapts to any window unit
• Easy indoor installation eliminates exterior work
• All necessary hardware included
• Exclusive precision bubble level assures proper mounting angle
• Fits wall thickness from 4″ to 11″
• All weather construction
• Relieves stress on window
• No drilling of outside wall or siding

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There is no more awful feeling of filling your washing machine with a load of clothes adding detergent and hearing silence when setting to the on position. What is wrong? Why is it not working? These are the first questions that come to mind in this situation.

Either call a certified service technician or attempt to find the issue on your own. If you are moving forward on your own you should turn off and unplug the machine to avoid possible electrical shock.

One of the first things to check is if the machine is plugged in. Someone may have unplugged for whatever reason or the cord may have come loose in the back if the machine was bumped into or jarred since the last operation. If plugged in an ohm meter will be needed. Check the outlet for voltage with an ohm meter and the cord itself for damage. If no issues are found then you can ascertain there is some sort of mechanical issue.

The control panel will need to be opened to check the lid switch. Once control panel is opened find…

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Here are some helpful reasons why your washer machine is not draining. Remember to shut off power and unplug machine to avoid electrical shock:

1. Check the drain hose for any kinks or clogs which may be preventing water from draining out of the unit.
2. Check if lid switch it may be broken and needs to replaced. Press and release the lid switch. If it doesn’t click each time you do this, it is likely broken.
3. Check the drain pump for foreign objects restart machine then check for drain pump failure. If failure found replace drain pump.
4. Check the inlet valve for proper shut off.
5. Check the pressure switch for proper operation.
6. Consider calling a certified service technician.

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GE WR51X10101 Defrost Heater and Bracket Assembly - Sale price: $47.99 — You Save: $10.32

Designed for use on newer GE side-by-side refrigerators. The GE WR51X10101 Defrost Heater and Bracket Assembly fits many, but not all, GE, Hotpoint and some Kenmore refrigerators.

• 9″ long
• 575W
• High heat
• For new side-by-sides, and others

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The Spring time is the reveal of warmer temperatures outside and unwanted hidden treasures inside. Many consider this as time of the year for household cleaning. Spring Cleaning a phrase known by many is when neglected rooms in the house during the winter months are cleaned from top to bottom. One of those hidden treasures is the kitchen stove top.

Remember that pot which boiled over during holiday cooking and to avoid being burnt you lightly wiped off or decided you would clean later. This is the time of year you realized you never made it to later. Now that spill is a stuck on stain that will not budge without losing some skin from scrubbing off.

This is when the following action steps should help to make cleaning the stove top easier and less time consuming.

Remove all removable pieces from the stove top. Drip pans, burner grates, racks, and knobs if possible. Set up a sink with hot soapy water and place them their while you work on the stove top. After cleaning the stove top…

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Website: http://applianceparts.wordpress.com/2010/03/24/whirlpool-439…

Whirlpool 4396508 KitchenAid Refrigerator Water Filter - Sale price: $35.79 — You Save: $7.69

Used in Whirlpool and KitchenAid refrigerators. The Whirlpool 4396508 KitchenAid Side By Side Refrigerator Water Filter reduces bad taste, odor, lime scale buildup, chlorine, dirt, and rust in your water and ice.

For use with:

• Refrigerators from Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and others
• Side-by-side refrigerators (Freestanding, Counter Depth, and Built-in)
• Manufactured 1998-Present
• Filter located in bottom front of refrigerator
• Turn release

Remember your refrigerator water filter should be changed every 6 months.

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