Term
| What do consumers want in an appliance? |
|
Definition
Time savers
convenient to use
easy to clean
stylish
multiple applications
promote healthy cooking |
|
|
Term
| Where are small appliances now being found? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What are some trends in small appliances? |
|
Definition
Retro Stainless steel look
high-end professional style models
cordless electrics in kitchen
Family look |
|
|
Term
| What appliances are most in demand today? |
|
Definition
Bread makers
rice cookers
sandwich makers
coffee grinders/mills
espresso/cappicino makers
dehydrators
crock pots
mini oven
color
egg cookers
mini large appliances
searing skillet
power tower |
|
|
Term
| Why is a washing machine so heavy? |
|
Definition
| Concrete is placed in it to balance the equally heavy ELECTRIC MOTOR, which drives a very heavy gearbox that is attached to the steel inner tub. |
|
|
Term
| What are the parts of a washing machine? |
|
Definition
Inner tub-holds the clothes
Agitator
Outer tub-seals in the water
Gearbox |
|
|
Term
| Why doesn't the washer vibrate more when spinning? |
|
Definition
A system of pulleys supports the motor which lets it move without moving the whole machine.
A damper system in each corner absorbs vibrations from the spinning tub. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Two hoses (hot and cold) go into one. The solenoid determines how much hot water is mixed with cold, based on the washing machine settings for each load. |
|
|
Term
| What does the drive mechanism do? |
|
Definition
spins the agitator to wash the clothes
spins the tub to remove excess water |
|
|
Term
| how have the new standards from the Department of Energy made washers more efficient? |
|
Definition
Both front loading and top loaders hae become very energy efficient
The lower the number on the energy label, the moer efficient the washer is |
|
|
Term
| Front Loader vs. Top Loader |
|
Definition
Have to bend over to use the front loader washer
can be integrated under countertops
Can be stacked with front loading dryers
Uses 2/3 the amount of water a top loader uses (on average)
Top: No need to bend over
Much less expensive than front loaders. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
a new feature
Stain removal
sanitizing properties
refresh and remove wrinkles from stale clothing |
|
|
Term
| Useful features of washing machines. |
|
Definition
Automatic program settings- calculate and adjust water levels; delay start
various wash cycles: Delicates to heavy; sheets; bulky
warranties: typically one year; a longer warranty is not a good reason to buy a washer. |
|
|
Term
| what are the sizes of traditional washing machines? |
|
Definition
Compact-24 inches wide-4.8 lbs of clothes
Conventional: 27 in. wide- 8-10 lbs of clothes
Large: 27 in. (deeper) -10-12 lbs of clothes |
|
|
Term
| what are the sizes of traditional washing machines? |
|
Definition
Compact-24 inches wide-4.8 lbs of clothes
Conventional: 27 in. wide- 8-10 lbs of clothes
Large: 27 in. (deeper) -10-12 lbs of clothes |
|
|
Term
| What are the prices of washing machines? |
|
Definition
Great range in price from $500-$2000
More features, more costly
energy efficiency will help recoup greater cost
new machines are gentler on clothing |
|
|
Term
| what are some examples of front loading washer options? |
|
Definition
whirlpool- Duet Line (highest US sales)
Kenmore- HE label (made by whirlpool)
LG electronics (from korea)
High end: Miele, Asko, Bosch, Euro-Tech, Samsung, and KitchenAid |
|
|
Term
| what are the 3 main parts of a clothes dryer? |
|
Definition
Rotating tumbler
heater
exhaust vent |
|
|
Term
| How does a clothes dryer work? |
|
Definition
Air enters the body of the dryer through a large hole in the front
It is sucked past the heating element into the tumbler
It enters the door and is directed down through a lint screen
A fan forces it into the duct leading out the back of the dryer where it exits the house. |
|
|
Term
| what is the first thing the air hits as it enters the clothes dryer? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Air passes over heater
Air enters tumbler
Air goes through lint screen
Air is pushed out by a fan
Tumbler is a giant gear and attached to a pulley |
|
|
Term
| Who are the major dishwasher manufacturers? |
|
Definition
Whirlpool
Maytag
GE
Frigidaire
European
Fisher & Paykel |
|
|
Term
| How does a dishwasher work? |
|
Definition
Bottom basin fills with water
Water is heated to at least 130 degrees F.
Detergent drawer is automatically opened and detergent mixes with water
Water is forced through jets and sprayed on dirty dishes
Water is drained and fresh water comes in to rinse the dishes
Water is drained again
Air is heated to dry the dishes (optional) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Wash mode: Wash pump pumps in water to the spray arm. Drain pump is turning backwards and has no effect
Drain Mode: Motor reverses direction. Drain pump pumps water out drain tube. Wash pump is turning backwards and has no effect |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Dishwasher operation has not changed much over the last 10 years
Most new dishwasher models do an excellent job
Biggest change in dishwashers is efficiency |
|
|
Term
| Most dishwasher on the market today are Energy star rated. What does this mean? |
|
Definition
| Uses at least 41% less energy than non-Energy Star Models |
|
|
Term
| Dishwasher Water Efficiency |
|
Definition
New models average 4 gallons of water per load
Older models (10 yrs or more) used 8-15 gallons of water
Newer models use 1/6 as much water and 1/2 as much energy as hand washing the dishes |
|
|
Term
| what are some of the most and least reliable dishwasher brands according to consumer surveys of dishwasher satisfaction and reliability? |
|
Definition
Most Reliable: Kenmore Elite and Bosch
Least Reliable: Asko, Fisher & Maykel, and Maytag |
|
|
Term
| What is an Excellent Dishwasher? |
|
Definition
Bosch
quitest model
most energy efficient model in US
Adjustable racks
Half load cycles
Ecosense cycle
Foldable tines in rack
no exposed heating element
Delay start |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Ultra Modern
Programmable
touchproof finish
Cabinetry match
18-inch
Internal controls
Countertop
Drawers
Fast Cycles
Freestanding style
DW/Storage combination
Interchangeable(can replace central pannel with a colored or patterned laminate)
Lego washer
Party dishwasher
Quiet
Retro look
Steam clean function
U-shaped kitchens |
|
|
Term
| What's good about microwave ovens? |
|
Definition
Cook food in an amazingly short period of time
Extremely efficient in use of electricity
Microwaes heat ONLY the food |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Radio waves
Frequency is 2,500 megahertz
Radio waves at this frequency have an interesting property (they are absorbed by water, fats, and sugars)
When absorbed, they are converted into atomic motion (heat)
radio waves at this frequency are not absorbed by plastics, glass, or ceramics |
|
|
Term
| Cooking from the inside out (microwaves) |
|
Definition
Radio waves penetrate the food and excite water and fat molecules evenly throughout the food
heat is everywhere all at once
Limitations:
they penetrate unevenly in thick pieces of food, so the middle doesn't cook
There are "hot spots" caused by wave interference |
|
|
Term
| Parts of a microwave cooking system |
|
Definition
Magnetron
power supply
magnet
cathode antenna |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Convenience (additional features)
design |
|
|
Term
| What are some features of a microwave? |
|
Definition
Rotating turntables
varying wattage
touch controls
one-buton defrosting and reheating
delay timers
Child locks
Sensor Technology (determines when food is done by measuring vapors) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Variety of colors and finishes
Many different types including: Over the range, countertop, and built-ins
Varies in size from compact, mid-sized, to full-sized (family size or large) |
|
|
Term
| Convection microwave ovens |
|
Definition
Traditional microwave heating and a small fan to circulate heat throughout the oven
Helps in surface browning
helps food retain moisture
Can use MW only, Convection only, or both
Adds significantly to the price of a microwave |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Causes the MW to cook at 50% full time (instead of 100% part of the time and no cooking part of the time cycle)
Prevents overcooked edges and uncooked middles
Better control of cooking
reduced cooking times
good at defrosting and reheating |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
The wattage is a measure of the heating rate of a 1 liter water sample at 10 degrees C. in a class dish. Wattage affects boiling times.
Less than 3 minutes- 600-700 watts
3-4 minutes- 500-600 watts
More than 4 minutes- less than 500 watts
The higher the wattage, the faster the cooking time
many new models have 1000 watts ore more
most microwave recipes are written for a 700 watt microwave
Microwave ovens produce less energy as they age (around 50-75 watts) |
|
|
Term
| what are some complaints about microwave ovens? |
|
Definition
Durability
Breakdowns
More complaints about ovens with convection or inverter technology |
|
|
Term
| Standard Countertop Microwave |
|
Definition
GE Profile
Pros:
Extra-large capacity
easy to use control panel
easy to clean
interter and cooking sensor
Cons:
Timerbeeps until door is opened
large physical size
durability |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Whirlpool microwave
Features:
1.7 cubic feet
1,000 watts
3-speed exhaust fan for cooking area
considered a top performer among microhoods
Cost: around $320 |
|
|
Term
| Over the Counter microwave |
|
Definition
Sharp Over the Counter Microwave
Features:
1.5 cubic foot capacity
1100 watts
24 automatic settings
auto touch panel
stainless steel finish
$387.00 |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
GE Profile spacemaker
Features:
1.0 cubic feet
Stainles steel
10 power levels
7 sensor settings
turntable
child lock
$249.00 |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Sharp 24" Build in Microwave drawer
Features:
1.2 cubic feet
1000 watts
11 power levels
sensor cook/reheat settings
Angled digital touch controls
stainless steel
$737.91 |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Color
Built into wall
stainless steel finish |
|
|
Term
| What materials are used to produce a refrigerator? |
|
Definition
Exterior: textured acrylic or alkyd enamel over steel, glass, stainless steel, wood
Liners- Polystyrene plastic
interior- tempered glass for shelves, polycarbonate for shelves and drawers, polystyrene for crisper drawers, insulation made of fiberglass, polyurethane foam, gaskets made of vinyl |
|
|
Term
| What are the 4 refrigerator options? |
|
Definition
Freezer on top
Freezer on bottom
Side by side
side by side refrigerator with freezer on bottom (french door) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
least expensive
best repair record
bottom shelves inconvenient
freezer is hard to access for some |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Puts most of refrigerator compartment at eye level
harder to find items in a bottom freezer
cost 1.5 times as much as top freezer models
more common in europe |
|
|
Term
| Side By side refrigerators |
|
Definition
Most costly- sometimes twice as much as top freezer models
Can include ice and water dispensers
Less door clearance is needed
narrow shelves don't accommodate some food items (pizza)
more likely to need repair (water dispenser)
less energy efficient |
|
|
Term
| French door refrigerators |
|
Definition
also called the double door
Made by GE, Amana (Whirlpool), and LG
increasing in market share
most expensive $1800-#3500
wide shelves, but narrow doors considered an advantage
ice and water dispenser possible because of side by side doors
can open just one door, saving energy |
|
|
Term
| what is considered the Rolls Royce of refrigerators and what are some of the features of it? |
|
Definition
The Subzero
Keeps food fresher longer
extends life of frozen foods
titanium outer shell
highly insulated for energy efficiency
commercial appearance
can be customized
glass doors inside regular doors
uses less energy than a 100 watt light bulb
costs $12,000 |
|
|
Term
| How much energy do refrigerators use? |
|
Definition
on average, Energy Star refrigerators use 2/3 less energy than models produced 25 years ago
purchasing an Energy Star refrigerator makes the consumer eligible for a rebate up to $200 |
|
|
Term
| Energy use of each model of fridge |
|
Definition
Frost Free-top mount freezer- 438-511 watts
Frost free-bottom mount freezer- 450-480 watts
side by side- 624 watts
Manual defrost freezer- Chest: 435 watts
Upright- 480
Frost free upright freezer 763 watts |
|
|
Term
| What are the different selling features of refrigerators? |
|
Definition
NOT performance- cooling technology is standard and has been for 25 years
Door style
noise level
energy efficiency
extra features |
|
|
Term
| what to look for in a refrigerator |
|
Definition
size: get the largest unit that will fit the space
Layout: choose a layout that will best meet the household's needs
Ease of maintenance: shelves that are easily removed and cleaned
Controls: Easy to reach and read. Touch pad controls are easiest to use.
lighting: good lighting so it is easy to see inside the refrigerator
Noise: relatively quiet |
|
|
Term
| what is the #1 refrigerator today? |
|
Definition
LG Four Door French Door Refrigerator
$2,600 |
|
|
Term
| what is the most popular refrigerator brand? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| what are the top refrigerator brands? |
|
Definition
LG
Samsung
Whirlpool
Viking
Bosch
Whirlpool Gold
Frigidaire
Dacor |
|
|
Term
| What are some parts of a refrigerator? |
|
Definition
inside fridge: Heat Exchange Pipes
Compressor and heat exchange pipes outside the refrigerator
expansion valve
refrigerant |
|
|
Term
| 2nd Law of Thermodynamics |
|
Definition
When 2 things of different temperatures are near each other, the cooler of the two warms up the warmer one cools down.
refrigerators are cold because the cold refrigerant draws heat out of them. |
|
|
Term
| Why are refrigerators cold? |
|
Definition
| the cold refrigerant draws heat out of them |
|
|
Term
| Why are refrigerators cold? |
|
Definition
| the cold refrigerant draws heat out of them |
|
|
Term
| New trends in refrigerator design |
|
Definition
Gusto Mini Fridge
Gorenje Crystal Refrigerator
Electrolux External Refrigerator
Avanti Complete Compact Kitchen
Miele small refrigerator
Menegheni Handmade cabinet refrigerator
Lec small Refrigerator
Samsung Zipel e-diary refrigerator
Amana Petite refrigerator
Siemens Refrigerator Freezer with LCD Display
Nebraska From Britain
Big Chill Retro refrigerator
Dacor Elegant French Door Refrigerator
Gladiator Garage Works by whirlpool
KIVA drawer refrigerators
Rrefrigerator by Miele
Flatshare Fridge
The "Kegerator" by Frigidaire |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Built in oven
Wall oven in addition to a cooktop or range
built into the wall, large cabinet, or under counter
operates with two radiant elements, one on top and one on bottom
single or double configurations (could be with microwave)
24, 27, or 30- inches wide |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Four elements in 3 sizes
newer models might also have a 5th element ( warming element) instead of a center section
smoothtops have displaced coil tops in all but lowest price models (coil tops heat faster and offer most performance for the dollar- smoothtops are sleeker and easier to clean
Typically 30 inches wide |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Requires custom cabinetry
dropped into prepared space with cabinet front panel at bottom
no cookware storage drawer
might need to be speically ordered
controls typically at front edge |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Contoured sides with slightly protruding cooktop
cooktop actually rests on top of the countertop on each side
must be cabinets on each side of a slide-in range
looks more customized than a free-standing range
controls on front |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| has been superceded by Freestanding range with Microwave/hood combination (microhood) |
|
|
Term
| Electric Range components |
|
Definition
control panel for oven (thermostat right behind know- electronic circuit board behind controls)
Clock- electronic or mechanical
Light controls
surface burner controls
self cleaning controls
convection oven controls |
|
|
Term
| What are some different models of cooktops? |
|
Definition
Conventional coil
halogen
Radiant
Induction |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| When you switch on a halogen ring, a dazzling bright red light immediately begins to pump out a mixture of infrared radiation and visible red light. This time, it's the radiant heat we're interested in harnessing and the light is the wasted, byproduct. The heat travels out from the halogen lamp at the speed of light, instantly warming the ceramic glass cooktop above it. (The cooktop is made from a specially toughened ceramic glass that can withstand sudden high temperatures and the weight of heavy cooking pots without cracking.) If you stand a cooking pot on the glass, it warms up by a mixture of radiation and conduction: heat radiates into the pot from the halogen lamp, but it's also transmitted into the pot by conduction from the hot glass just beneath it. If you have soup in your cooking pot, it gradually warms up by convection just like with a conventional stove. So, while it's true to say that halogen cooktops work using radiation, they actually cook with a mixture of conduction, convection, and radiation. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
use high speed radiant elements
elements located beneath a smooth glass-ceramic surface
Heat radiates to heat cooktop and is transferred to pan (both radiation and conduction used to heat) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Induction coil wires connected to solid-state controls
Smoothtop surface
Electrical current converted to high-frequency AC current that flows through coils to create a magnetic field
Magnetic field generate heat in cookware made of magnetic materials
heating stops when pan is removed |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Capacity of burners measured in BTUs
Most have 4 burners
Gas on Glass – Burners mounted above a smooth glass ceramic surface
Some find it easier to judge heat output by appearance of gas flame
Does not retain heat when turned off
Not as fast as electric with high heating
More expensive |
|
|
Term
| How does a gas range work? |
|
Definition
Natural gas flame heats food
comes from some type of ignition system
controlled by a throttling valve that is connected to control knob
convection, conduction, and radiation are all working to heat food |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Pilot Light
electronic
Crystal |
|
|
Term
| safety concerns with gas ovens |
|
Definition
Gas leaks
incomplete combustion
connecting to a gas source |
|
|
