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| Which fridge freezer; If you're not busy Eric ;) | |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 10:47:55 AM Post #1 |
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I'm rather highly ticked off that our Samsung SRS595NTD side by side fridge freezer that we bought only 4 years ago is now useless. For a few months now the fridge side of this keeps freezing up behind the back panel and blocking the fan from working. We've had to keep dismantling and manually defrosting the parts weekly and have thrown so much food away because the fridge keeps getting too warm. We've bought spare parts and Terry has fitted them and still the fridge is knackered. I'm cross, it wasn't cheap and I hadn't expected to have to fork out for another one already. I need advice on which brand to buy now. I don't want anything flash, don't want a water or ice dispenser, just so long as it is self defrost, is the same dimensions as the above ff (to fit into space), energy efficiency is something we definitely take into consideration and is not going to cost me a fortune. Any help or advice would be gratefully received :) |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 02:04:06 PM Post #2 |
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What is your budget ? My last Side by Side Freezer was a Haier, a cheap one, but it lasted has lasted us very well, not sure I would get that brand again as it uses more electricity than most, therefore not one for your specifications. |
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Dec 27 2010, 02:09:58 PM Post #3 |
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I know lots of people have had trouble with Fisher & Paykel, but we have our Fridge Freezer since we moved here over 6 years ago and its working fine. Had something minor go wrong once and Fisher & Payel sent someone out to fix it quickly and cheaply. |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 02:12:12 PM Post #4 |
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$1500 at the most probably. We saw a Westinghouse before Christmas for $1300 so are just about to go back and see what price they are offering now. |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 02:22:14 PM Post #5 |
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The LG 197 is the most purchased model in your size range at Appliances Online, and they are running a $200 Food Gift Voucher Promotion to 16 Jan 2011. So the cost may effectively be $1,365 Posted Image The reviews on this model are:
The reviews on the Samsung model were not as complimentary. LG Warranty is: *2 years parts and labour + 3 years on sealed refrigeration system (compressor, evaporator, dryer and tubing) parts only + 5 years on linear compressor (parts only) GC-B197WFF Capacity Total 581 Litres Refrigerator 353 Litres Freezer 228 Litres Energy Rating 2 Stars (New Star Rating) / 3.5 Stars (Old Star Rating) Energy Consumption 668kWh/year (My Haier is 2.0 Stars (Old Star Rating) and 1240kWh/year Consumption) Hmm, may be worth looking at that myself, on those figures I will save $120 per year in power bills. |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 02:25:37 PM Post #6 |
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I forgot to mention, delivery to your WA location is $108 :no: I like them as they do free delivery to my area, and remove my old stuff for free. |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 02:27:29 PM Post #7 |
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Which model is that Westinghouse ? |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 02:28:32 PM Post #8 |
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$108 for delivery :omg: |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 02:31:34 PM Post #9 |
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WSE6100WA Forgot to say - I'm very happy with white. I refuse to pay an extra $400 or so just for a different colour outer |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 02:58:51 PM Post #10 |
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That is the most popular Westinghouse model sold at Appliances Online but at a price of $1,465 + Delivery: $126 To: Wellard, WA :no: I think they may not concentrate on WA... The Westinghouse WSE6100WA gets a user rating of 3.27, so definitely better than the Samsung. The reviews include: 1: Probably the only minor drawback to this Westinghouse is that it is a bit noisy at times so you don't want it to be too close to bedrooms if you are a light sleeper. 2: Cons: NOISY!!! You can hear it running all the time. 3: The fridge is NOT noisy. It is very quiet. 4: Pros: Very neat looking, very roomy, easy to clean and quiet. 5: Cons: All the vegies in the crisper bins keep being frozen. Have to throw them out. Expensive! After sales service poor. This comment initially made me ponder on the validity of comments: Our initial fridge didn't work - Electrolux are the most atrocious company... Electrolux ?? So I checked, and :
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 03:07:23 PM Post #11 |
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Get in fast if you go for this model, they also have a promotion... http://westinghousefillyourfridge.campaign.net.au/TermsAndConditions.aspx Claimants who purchase a selected Compact Side by Side or Bottom Mount fridge (Before 31 Dec 2010) will be awarded one (1) $200 Coles Gift Card. Best price i have seen is $1,293.00 for the Westinghouse WSE6100WA |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 03:11:21 PM Post #12 |
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Hold on... $1,198 at Harvey Norman WSE6100WA + Bonus $200 Grocery Gift Card. Looks like $998 net, to me.. http://www.harveynorman.com.au/product/1255510958843/westinghouse-l-side-by-side-refrigerator |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 03:53:29 PM Post #13 |
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Thanks Eric. Just off to do some bartering now :crossfingers: |
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| Anne | Dec 27 2010, 06:57:57 PM Post #14 |
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OK, Westinghouse bought from Retravision and due to be delivered on Wednesday (I think). Final price paid $1180, to receive a $200 Coles voucher and got a $20 pedestal 40cm fan thrown in for free. I drive a hard bargain :thumbsup: Thanks for all your input Eric :kiss: |
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| ABCDiamond | Dec 27 2010, 07:36:20 PM Post #15 |
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I love a good result. Hope it works well for years to come :crossfingers: |
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| Hevs | Dec 27 2010, 09:04:40 PM Post #16 |
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We had a westinghouse side by side and liked it. When we moved we had to get and upright and have to say that the freezer is way easier and holds as much stuff as the side by sides though. :nosepicker: |
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Dec 28 2010, 10:28:11 AM Post #17 |
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:thumbsup: yay to Anne !!! |
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| Anne | Dec 29 2010, 07:31:49 PM Post #18 |
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It's here, and running quietly :thumbsup: |
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| Anne | Dec 31 2010, 10:20:03 AM Post #19 |
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In fact, quieter than my old one :yes: |
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| Ellie | Jan 3 2011, 03:47:14 PM Post #20 |
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I reckon you've made the right choice buying Westinghouse. They last avery long time, with no problems. Wouldn't buy anythingelse. I have a pigeon pair. I've only bought 2 pairs in the last 35 years- the first pair weren't frost free!
Edited by Ellie, Jan 3 2011, 03:48:56 PM.
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Jan 4 2011, 04:33:36 AM Post #21 |
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Hi Ellie nice to see you on here how are you |
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| Anne | Jan 4 2011, 10:51:17 AM Post #22 |
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:thumbsup: And how nice to see you again :yes: |
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| Ellie | Jan 4 2011, 03:11:17 PM Post #23 |
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Thankyou both for the welcome back. Don't often post, as is obvious, but do lurk to find out how you are all getting along. I'm fine Catgirl, but the last 3 months of 2010 were not so good healthwise - but I won't bore you with the details! You seem to be very happy with your move back. I'm very happy for you. Who knows I might post again if someone else buys a new 'fridge! lol! |
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| ABCDiamond | Jan 4 2011, 07:42:26 PM Post #24 |
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Hello Ellie OK everyone, who is next to buy a new fridge then... :wink: |
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