11/13/2010

Whirlpool 4392894A Ice Aid Freezer Deodorizer Review

Whirlpool 4392894A Ice Aid Freezer DeodorizerThis does work really well to remove the odors and tastes from ice. Be sure to dump all your current ice when you put the charcoal filter into the freezer the first time.The odors get into the water, not the ice, so you have to get rid of all your smelly ice first.

I ordered one of these for the office and it really worked well to fix the ice odors and off taste. We kept a baking soda box in the freezer and changed it out regularly but it didn't seem to help - the Ice Aid fixed the problems with the first new trays of ice.

A couple of employees liked it so much they had me order them one and they report it fixed their freezers right up at home.

One potential problem:The original Ice Aid was supplied in the plastic container as shown in the Amazon picture.Later orders were supplied in a cardboard box container - no more plastic. I guess this is more "environmentally friendly" but it does not appear as sturdy nor does it SEEM to hold as much charcoal. I exchanged e-mails with the company that makes these and they said the cardboard was the new design and they no longer made the plastic cased model. They said the cardboard model might not last as long as the plastic case ones did.So take that into account when you order - the glowing reviews here and elsewhere are on the plastic model and few, if any, on the new cardboard design.The cardboard design did work fine out of the box, but no idea how long it will last.

Finally, this is sold here as a Whirlpool part - which I guess it is, but the Ice Aid is made and sold by another company and is marketed not just via Whirlpool. You can also buy activated charcoal from other manufacturers that should work just as well as the Ice Aid and maybe for less - but these are usually in a different form.

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Standard Kegerator Conversion Kit (US Sankey Coupler w/5lb CO2 Tank) Review

Standard Kegerator Conversion KitI received the kegerator kit, had it installed and pouring beer in about 1/2 hour.Basically the hardest part was drilling the hole, how hard is that!It was relatively easy to hook up, after watching keg works video on how to hook it up.The only reason I didn't give it five stars is the US Sankey coupler broke the third time tapping a keg.I believe I used to much force when tapping it.I emailed keg works telling them how it broke and they are sending me a replacement coupler. The customer service is great. I would greatly recomend this product if you enjoy a good cold draft beer at home!

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US Sankey Coupler Conversion Kit - Turn your fridge into a kegerator. This kits contains everything that you need to convert an old refrigerator into a draft beer dispensing unit. Any size fridge will work as long as its large enough to hold a keg. This kit is used for dispensing most Domestic beers. Video: Turn Your Fridge into a Kegerator! Learn How Click to download installation instructions. In stock and ready to ship. Features: Our most popular kit! Perfect to get started on serving draft beer at home. Specs: All brand new equipment. Installation instructions included. Ships within 1 business day. Includes: (1) 5# aluminum CO2 Tank (empty). (1) Keg coupler. (1) Double gauge CO2 regulator. (1) Chrome faucet head. (1) Faucet knob. (1) 5" shank. (1) Beer line with connectors. (1) Air line with clamps. (1) Tap Soother Faucet Cap. Washers. Detailed instructions.

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Fridge It Wafer Naturally Activated Charcoal Odor Absorber Review

Fridge It Wafer Naturally Activated Charcoal Odor AbsorberI found this product very effective for use inside a refrigerator.My suite-mate has had the most vile, disgusting refrigerator all year because he leaves food in there for extended periods of time.Even after a thorough disinfectant wipe down, opening the fridge would cause the room to fill with a terrible odor.The fridge-it has completely solved the problem without any additional cleaning.very effective!

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Fridge-It Wafer Activated Charcoal Odor Absorber is designed to eliminate the toughest odors in refrigerators and freezers. Convenient wafer size is also great around the house, garage and car. Fridge-It Wafer utilizes advanced porous carbon technology and air flow design for maximum odor absorption. Its naturally activated charcoal element traps and neutralizes odors. Eliminates odors in your refrigerator and will keep your ice tasting and smelling fresh. Better than baking soda!

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11/12/2010

Service Star magnet Review

Service Star magnetWe have a son serving in Iraq and we like the WWI service flags. One blue star is for one family member serving in a war zone. Two stars for two family members, etc.. (The gold star signifies a fimily who has lost a service member in combat.) At first I thought the magnet wasn't very strong but they have held up very well on our cars in adverse weather. The colors remain fresh too.

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Model: M-3R-SER1; Blue Star Mother's Service Flag 1 Star Car Magnet. High Quality UV protected printed vinyl backed with thick .30 mil magnetic material. Perfect for showing support for our men and women in the armed forces. Great fundraiser for military support groups, schools, or churches.Dimensions: 3" X 5 1/2"

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Haier MWM0701TB Compact 2/3-Cubic-Foot 700-Watt Microwave Oven, Black Review

Haier MWM0701TB Compact 2/3-Cubic-Foot 700-Watt Microwave Oven, BlackI bought this microwave because it was the cheapest one I could find. And while it does the job satisfactorily I wouldn't recommend it necessarily. For one, the inside is too small, some of my plates don't even fit in or if they do they are so big they touch the side of the walls and the plate doesn't spin round. Also, this microwave isn't very powerful, if the microwave dinner box says microwave for 5 mins, I have to do it for 10. Another con is when I use the microwave, I can't use my oven. For some reason when I try to use both at the same time, they both shut off.

There are better microwaves out there that you can get for not too much more money. This microwave doesn't completely suck but I know you can get better.

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With a 2/3-cubic-foot capacity, this 700-watt microwave oven provides ample cooking power and a compact size ideal for a dorm, small apartment, or a kitchen with limited counter space. Its soft-touch electronic controls help ensure easy operation. Just set the time and press "start", or choose from eight auto-cook menu settings, which take the guesswork out of cooking by automatically setting the cooking time and power level for a variety of popular foods, including popcorn, potatoes, pizza, soup, and fresh and frozen vegetables. There's even a dinner-plate option and a beverage setting for quickly heating up a cup of coffee or hot cocoa. The oven's user-friendly control panel also offers 10 power levels, a defrost setting, an add-30-seconds option, and a digital clock and kitchen timer. Other highlights include a child-safety lock, a pull-handle design, an easy-to-clean interior, and a sleek look that will nicely accommodate any kitchen decor. The microwave oven measures approximately 11-1/2 by 19-1/5 by 14-1/5 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Nostalgia KRS-2100 Keg-O-Rator Refrigerated Beverage Keg Dispenser Review

Nostalgia KRS-2100 Keg-O-Rator Refrigerated Beverage Keg DispenserI ordered this item on September 14th. Didn't get delivered until October 4th. Way out of the time range that was initially given. Product information made it appear that all you would need to do is supply the Keg and get the CO2 tank filled. WAY OFF. The "regulator" that comes with the Kegerator doesn't regulate ANYTHING its simply an off on switch for the CO2. After spending 2 days wasting beer I took it to my local tavern and confirmed whatI already thought. So I had to drive to my local Beer Supply store and spend an additional $50 for an actual regulator. Then I experienced the problem that any regulator you buy doesn't connect to the supplied air hose as it should. Next stop Ace hardware where i purchased new tubing and fittings (another $10 down the drain). Upon affixing my new regulator and air hoses I realized that the beer comes out WAY too fast causing an excessive amount of foam. Last trip to Ace Hardware and got a water flow restricter for another $3 and now at long last i finally have a fully operational kegerator. Cheers and have fun.

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Ideal for home brewers or just regular beer drinkers, this full-size single-tap refrigerator features a semi-gloss black tower with a black-handled spout that can accommodate a variety of different-size beer glasses or mugs. The unit also comes equipped with a chrome guardrail on its durable, black, counter-style top. An attractive black exterior allows the refrigerator to fit in nicely with almost any home decor, while four durable casters provide convenient mobility around the clubhouse, pool area, rec room, or anywhere people are gathering. If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time, be sure to wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in. Accessories include an empty CO2 bottle and a cleaning-and-maintenance kit. Versatile, lightweight, and approved for commercial use, the refrigerator measures 20-1/4 by 26 by 47 inches and carries a 90-day limited warranty.

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11/11/2010

InterDesign 255 00 Clean & Dirty Dishwasher Indicator Review

InterDesign 255 00 Clean & Dirty Dishwasher IndicatorWe have had one of these for at least 4 years. It has worked great for us.And the price was reasonable.

In the past, we had a magnetic one. After moving to a different house, we discovered that the magnetic one would not work on the dishwasher in this house, because the door and the rest of the dishwasher front has very little steel or other metal, to which a magnet could cling. Some kind of plastic laminate I guess. Our old magnetic sign-flag-indicator thing-ee just fell on the floor.

So we bought this one, because it does not depend on a magnet. I was leery at first, worrying that the suction cup would fail quickly. The suction cup on this product has clung to the dishwasher door for 4 years. The door is opened and closed daily, yet it has never fallen off.

However, this may not be a good choice for some dishwashers:

(1) if the dishwasher door does not have a smooth surface -- some type of textured or bumpy surface -- the suction cup may not cling properly.

(2) if the dishwasher door is BLACK, this item will be very hard to see. The colors of this item are NOT the black and white, which you might guess from the photo.There is no white area on this; the actual colors are black and CLEAR plastic.The word "DIRTY" is in clear plastic surrounded by black; and the word "CLEAN" is black surrounded by clear plastic.When placed against a BLACK dishwasher door, the clear plastic areas will just look black, such that the entire thing will look like a round black button.

For our dishwasher, it has been fine.The wheel does not seem to spin around when the door is opened or closed on ours, but if it did it would be no problem to reset it.

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Never guess again if the dishes in your dishwasher are clean or dirty!This clean & dirty dishwasher spinner features a suction cup that will stick to your dishwasher's door.Simply spin the spinner to indicate whether the contents are clean or dirty.3.5" diameter.

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