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Intex Ultra Frame Pool - 18' x 52" Review

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(More customer reviews)The Ultra portable pool 18' X 52" was very easy to setup and begin to enjoy immediately for the entire family. Please make sure you take the time to make sure the ground you place the pool is ABSOLUTE LEVEL as indicated in the manul; HINT - use a laser leveler(Costco or Sam's)it's worth the investment. If you have any questions about he pool you can call Intex from Monday to Friday, give it a little time, but you will reach a live customer/product person to answer all your questions. Out the box you can tell the product/all the parts are made from first class materials and workmanship. If you can go for the Intex 2500 GPH water pump, and the
Chlorinator(it REALLY does work - GREAT)make the purchase,it makes a world of a difference. Please be careful about the chlorinator try and find POOL salt, ask around,but try and not go for regular salt, the pool salt seems to be the best. P.S. - the Intex pool night light is awesome, it maybe a little expensive after you add on the other items, but it does make the pool look beatiful at nigth, and give you more time to enjoy uor your. Overall as a person with a family and no money to waste, this pool and it's products are well worth the INVESTMENT - ENJOY

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Here's the next step in Metal Frame pool and beauty! Announcing Intex's new Ultra-Frame Metal Frame Pool. This new frame with its unique shape is stronger than traditional round metal frames. And it's easier to assemble - the new shape allows for the pieces to fit together so smoothly and securely - no seperate locking pins are needed! Which means a cleaner, even better looking pool than the traditional metal frames.

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Amana APO77R 7000-BTU Portable Electronic Air Conditioner Review

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(More customer reviews)As a previous poster noted, Amana does not acknowledge the existence of these rebadged Haier units on its site. Unfortunately, Haier also does not seem to acknowledge them, making support put-near impossible. The a/c unit does require a small window (or a large one largely blocked off) which can take some work if your windows are not the right size, but that's true of any unit like these. It is a very handy unit, without the need to empty buckets. It is also fairly noisy, with odd controls that require the remote. It was great the first year we had it, less so the second despite careful storage. You'd probably do better with a domestic-production (or European, or Japanese) unit if you can find one.

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With a cooling capacity of 7,000 BTU's per hour, this portable air conditioner quickly and efficiently cools rooms up to 160 square feet. The unit features user-friendly electronic controls and a full-function remote control, which makes it easy to adjust the settings from across the room. Choose from three cool settings and three fan settings. The unit can also be used to dehumidify the air, and its self-evaporating system allows for continuous use. In addition, by setting the 24-hour on/off timer, the air conditioner will run only when it's needed--set it to start cooling right before you get home from work, for example. The unit offers an energy-efficiency rating of 8.2, and its ultra-quiet operation makes it a nice choice for a bedroom or home office. Other highlights include multi-directional continuous airflow, an easy-access air filter, and portable casters for smooth transport from one location to another. A condensation-collection bottle and a 5-foot exhaust hose with a window kit (for installing the exhaust hose) come included. The air conditioner measures 13-1/8 by 18 by 24-3/8 inches and carries a one-year parts-and-labor warranty with a five-year warranty on the compressor.

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Maytag : MFF2558VEM Refrigerator Review

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(More customer reviews)I love this refrigerator. I have owned it for a year and a half (with no problems). Below is my opinion based on each feature:

1. French Doors. I love them. THe left door has a flap that sort of flattens out as you close the door to seal against the right door.Because of the little flap, the right crisper drawer does not pull all the way out if the left door is closed. Alternatively, you CAN keep the right door closed and pull the left crisper drawer all the way out. Anyhow I usually end up opening both doors when i go to the fridge, so it will take 2 hands, but i still love the french door look.

2. Inside water dispenser. Love that too. THe only bad design is the button to get the water is a few inches above the actual dispenser. it is difficult for me to get a glass of water with one hand; i usually hold the glass with one hand and press the button with the other. But i do like this design much better than the 'outside of the door' water dispenser; i think this fridge has a cleaner look. I didn't even notice the inside water dispenser at first, it takes up VERY LITTLE room which is great!

3. Drawer freezer. I like it enough for what I have (bachelorette food like hot pockets and lean cuisines). I expected it to hold a bit more than it really does. I do like the fact that it's wire baskets that hold my food rather than a solid surface; sorta eliminates cleaning.THe reason i don't TOTALLY love this freezer is simply because if I had a bowl of liquid, i would have to be VERY CAREFUL to freeze it (such as an extra water bowl for my dog). Anything you want to be in the freezer will need to move/slide to get it in there - i have to only fill the bowl 1/2 full of water or else it will spill when i close the freezer door.

4. Adjustable "no spill" shelves. These are great. Everything is adjustable which is perfect for me. I adjust them quite a bit actually. Also there is a small lip on each shelf so if something leaks, it won't drip down the back wall of the fridge. I like this idea. Also the shelves pull out a few inches in case you have something in the back you need to reach.

Overall this is a great fridge. It also beeps after a few minutes if you accidently don't close a door all the way. Temperature of both the fridge and freezer are displayed at the top inside of the fridge. Very easy/intiutive to adjust. Those small flaws listed above are very easy for me to live with; i would buy this refrigerator again. And, i love the stainless steel look!

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Together, Whirlpool and Maytag emerge a more compelling company positioned to deliver the most innovative portfolio of products and services to consumers throughout the world. Together, they will continue to find new ways to delight consumers while striving to fulfill their vision of Every Home . . . Everywhere with Pride, Passion and Performance. Now more than ever, they believe that their bold innovation and designs will connect with consumers in meaningful ways that will last a lifetime. Strength You Can See With the sleek new look of smooth, contoured doors and monochromatic cabinets, Maytag French door bottom-freezer refrigerators not only boast dependable performance, they're also easy on the eyes. Sturdy metal handles and strong box hinges add to the list of features that are made to stand the test of time.

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15' x 36" Easy Set Above Ground Swimming Pool Review

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(More customer reviews)You can't get more for your money than one of these pools, period. If it lasts 2 or 3 seasons so what. I replaced an Aqua Leasure after 2 or 3 with an Intex 15X42. Both worked very well. The sides of the Intex are a little more upright so you have more usable area inside the pool which I like. This makes the sides a little less stable but even with 9 year olds jumping over the sides you don't lose any or hardly any water unless they a couple of them lay on the upper air ring and try to push it down. The Intex and Aqua are both very sensitive to level ground. Mine is on the patio concrete which slopes away from the house for rain run off purposes. Even this causes considerable uneveness in the water level. I added some carpet pieces to the "low side" just under the outside edge. Helped a little I think. Again, so what. Water is full on one side a few inches low on the other. No one but me even notice. But don't try to set up on more slope than I'm discribing. Filter works fine. Skimmer pole is very sturdy. Ladder works fine and does not rust for some reason like the Aqua Leisure did. I use clorine strips to test water. Just dip and read. Very easy. Be sure to keep clorine level up. I added clorine after tester showed white or none. Wrong, add before clorine goes to zero level or you will get dark emerald green swamp water as a surprise one day. Triple clorine or so solved problem. Leslie pools were very helpful and refused to sell me more expensive fix I was demanding."Just try the extra clorine first, sir". Intex comes with nice cover too. Helps keep pool clean, but if dirty you can do two things. Put garden hose in pool with a weight on the end and run water to fill the hose. Turn off and remove from hose bib and take quickly to lower ground setting up a siphon. Get in pool and "vacume" up the dirt with slow even strokes. On a hot day, if you like to keep a clean pool, very pleasurable job. Oh, before the vacume get in and run around the pool creating a spinning vortex or what ever you call it. In 30 minutes or more the dirt will consentrate on ridges in the bottom. (hard not to have some)
Setup is of course much longer than the 15 minutes or so advertized. The reason is because it is a little hard to spread the pool out evenly. The warmer the weather the better to soften the plastic. And once you get a inch of wate in the pool it becomes VERY heavy and hard to change. Use the plastic tarp for sure so you don't slide the pool on concrete or something abrasive. Infact try not to slide the pool at all. Lift and fold instead. I had to move the pool once this year (Wifes idea)folded and placed on piano mover (lowboy with casters). Left in the sun and when I went to move it, sides had fallen down and were scraping on concrete for about 10 ft of travel. Yup, three holes.(Wifes fault) Used the hole patch stuff from the inside and no leaks. Here in southern Cal I keep it up for maybe 4 month per year. After that kids don't seem to use it and water is not near as warm. My child loves it, neighbors love it. Neighbor put in pool so it got lots less use this season but they still come over to both houses. I paid $210 at Leslies Pools in Fontana CA location (big selection)Have seen them less and 50% higher other places. These are real pools by the way. You'll want to spend a little time with them cleaning and checking clorine, using filter etc. But after 4 months my pool is in the garage waiting for next year and there "real" pool is in need of a pool boy all year with all the other costs. Ok, their pool looks nicer with all that concrete and faux rock and plants and lighting. But for $200 bucks this pool is a deal. If I have the time I'll try to upload some video later.
John

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Features:POOL ONLY.15' x 36" Easy SetAbove Ground Swimming Pool Specifications & Features: Brand new and 1st quality! We never sell refurbs, seconds or customer returns.# Each 15' x 36" Easy Set above ground pool includes:1. (1) 15'x36" Above Ground Easy Set Pool. 2. (1) Set-up & maintenance DVD. 3. (1) Limited warranty from the manufacturer, Intex The pool liner has a 90 day warranty against manufacturer's defects and the pool filtration pump has a 1-year warranty. Any warranty claim must be submitted to the manufacturer. For warranty inquiries please call the Intex Consumer Hot line at 1-800-234-6839, monday thru friday, 9am to 5pm Pacific time. 4. (Infinite) Hours of refreshingly fun family activity and enjoyment.15 ft diameter x 3 ft height.Super easy set-up! Ready for water in 15 minutes!Water capacity: 2,822 gallons (10,680 L) at 80% full.No tools are needed to set up an Easy Set Pool.Stronger construction - Easy Set Pools have SUPER-TOUGH 30 gauge sidewalls that are made with 3 separate layers of material for extra strength & durability: 2 outer layers of heavy-gauge PVC are laminated to an inner layer of polyester mesh for extra reinforcement!More durability - Made with SUPER-TOUGH Plastic, a high density molecular PVC plastic that is unaffected by gasoline, oil and salt water. SUPER-TOUGH Plastic is also highly resistant to damage from abrasion, impact and sunlight. This hybrid plastic allows more air pressure for rigidity thus the pool wall is very stable. No sand required - all an Easy Set above ground pool needs is level ground. Do not try this with a steel-sided above ground pool! You will need up to 2000 lbs of sand to secure the pool walls! Easy Set Pools do not need sand to support their walls!Easy Set above ground pools are great for adults and kids. PLEASE NOTE: Children should always be supervised by a competent adult when using or in proximity to any pool. Easy Set above ground pools drain conveniently! The

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Mr. Coffee ECMP40 Pod Pump Espresso & Cappuccino Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I gave this one a chance after wasting $100 on the Krups Espremio, and I'm glad that I did. I was initially impressed by the weight of the Mr Coffee in the store; it seemed to be solidly constructed, so I tried it out even though I had learned that Mr Coffee is now a Sunbeam company. I'd had such terrible luck with Sunbeam products that I wouldn't buy anything from them. I guess that's not true anymore.
- Others have complained about having to use demitasse cups with it, but I sometimes use regular coffee cups and just remove the drip tray--not an issue. My hands are a little unsteady (too much coffee?), so I use pods to make sure that I don't get grounds on the edge of the holder.
- The pods that I get at Starbucks fit just fine, so the poster who had a problem with that might try buying them there.
- It's a little noisy, but not a LOT noisy like my old Maxim and that Krups.

All in all, I'm very pleased with it.
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How you enjoy Mr. Coffee is up to you! The ECMP40 pump espresso and cappuccino maker comes with five bonus espresso pods and features 13 bars of pressure for a professional experience. The ECMP40 holds 28 ounces of water in its reservoir and has variable seam control.

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Saeco 00126 Gran Crema Traditional Pump Driven Espresso Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)First, let me say - I am NOT a coffee snob.I just like what tastes good to ME, and this Saeco makes it!

OK, that out of the way - my first foray into espresso makes was the inexpensive Mr. Coffee pressure-driven espresso maker for about $60.It worked OK, but only lasted about 6 months or so - at the end, it took the poor thing AGES to make my shot!

So, I started checking reviews of all the machines in my price range, which was $300 or less.

I finally decided to go with the Saeco Gran Crema.Couldn't be happier!It's pretty automatic - you fill the reservoir with water, turn it on, put your grind into the appropriate filter, or use one of those single-serve pods if you want, attach it to the machine and about 25 seconds later, I have enough to make what I like - Cafe Americano with some heavy cream.I get plenty of nice thick crema and good-flavored, but not bitter, brew.It's easy to clean up (knock out the old grounds and you're ready to go again!) and has a decent-sized drip reservoir.

I don't use the wand - what I do is heat up some water, fill my mug half full, add 2 teaspoons heavy cream, and then my espresso.So I can't speak to how it does frothing milk or dispensing hot water, which I gather from the instructions it will do.

This machine sells for between $250 and $300 - I managed to score a refurbished model for about a hundred bucks - IMHO it's WELL worth that and I would have been happy to have paid the $250 for it!

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The Saeco Gran Crema is a machine built for simplicity and durability. A pressurized style portafilter makes the Gran Crema a great starter machine, reducing the amount of control the user needs to have over the grind setting and tamp pressure. In addition, its 5oz boiler ensures lasting steam power that is dispensed through Saeco's signature Pannarello wand to take the guesswork out of frothing and steaming. The Saeco Gran Crema is both stylish and resilient, providing cafe quality espresso for years to come. There are two types of portafilters: pressurized style and commercial style. The Gran Crema uses the pressurized style, which is easier to use than the commercial as it is more forgiving. The portafilter is made up of three parts, the handle, the filter holder, and the filter basket. Under the filter basket is a small spring-loaded valve that will not open until the pressure in the portafilter has built up.

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Factory Reconditioned Karcher G 3050 OH 3,000 psi 2.5 gpm Gas-Powered Pressure Washer Review

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(More customer reviews)After coming to Amazon and reading the reviews (good & bad), we took a chance and bought 3 of these washers. I should say we own another 3000 psi washer from another manufacturer, the minute we tested these we knew they were not putting out the advertised 3000 psi, long story short....we did what none of the other reviewers here have done, we installed a pressure gauge on each of them and guess what, the pressure output is 1800, 2100 and 2400 psi respectively. So to all the "Happy" and "Pleased" reviewers, try this test and you may find out that you did not received what you paid for. While these numbers may be enough for most homeowners, this test tells me 2 things, 1) these machines are not really refurbished but rather just repaired, cleaned and repacked, a refurbished machine is supposed to be brought up to factory specs., not only cosmetically but also mechanicallyand 2) the pump on them have a very short life left, by nature any pressure washer output will decline with time, I personally think these are almost at the end of their lifespan. Did we just got lucky?, maybe, I don't know, but if this would have been just one machine I would say yes, we were the lucky winner, but we are talking 3 different machines. In all fairness, I must say they started quickly and with no effort, were not damaged, as a matter of fact, they look new and all included items were inside the box. I have taken 2 of them to the local service center, hopefully they will bring the pressure to the 3000 psi level, however, I'm not holding my breath...personally I don't think the engine has enough power to go past the 2500-2700 psi output. If they don't fix them, we'll see what other recourse we have. Will update accordingly, in the mean time, be warned....you may not be getting what you expect and are paying for.

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This is a factory reconditioned pressure washer. Reconditioned generally means that the pressure washer has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the pressure washer back to like new condition. Some pressure washers may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes 3,000 PSI 2.5 GPM Gas Pressure Washer - G 3050 OHR, 25 ft. High Pressure Hose, Commercial-Grade Zinc-Plated Spray Wand with Quick Connect Adapter, Commercial-Grade Trigger Gun with Child Safety Lock, Detergent Hose, Pro-Style Quick Connect Nozzles (0 degree, 15 degree, 25 degree, 40 degree, 65 degree)

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Jura-Capresso 13333 Impressa J5 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, Piano White Review

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(More customer reviews)Where to begin? This machine can do it all, from a strong shot of espresso to a flawless cappuccino, all in under minute. If you can tie your shoes, you can use one of these machines.

I looked in to this machine after using an older Capresso model at a friend's house. I was always impressed by how easily and quickly he could make a variety of drinks for guests, not to mention the quality of their appearance and flavor.

This machine comes with two different frothing systems, one is a more traditional bullet style frother, while the other can automatically steam or froth milk. This is where the J5 really shines. In no time you can froth yourself milk that would make the most seasoned barista jealous, and then push a single button to instantly brew piping hot coffee.

The machine starts with whole beans of your choosing and grinds them just for the drink you are making. This ensures that you'll get the freshest tasting coffee cup after cup.

What I like most about this machine though is the variety of drinks it can make. If you have a guest over who isn't a big coffee drinker you can use the machine to make instant hot water for tea, or my favorite trick: run chocolate milk through the steamer for instant hot chocolate. Of course for the rest of us, the pressure brewing system in this machine will allow you to say goodbye to expensive coffee drinks, and become your own favorite barista.

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Equipped with an 18-bar pump and 1450-watt stainless-steel-lined thermoblock heating system, this automatic coffee and espresso center can produce cup after cup of coffee with no down time in between. The machine's unique two-step pre-infusion cycle ensures every brew delivers optimal flavor extraction and a creamy crema layer. In the first stage, freshly ground coffee gets compressed, then injected with a small burst of hot water, causing the moist grounds to expand. In the second stage, brewing water courses through the engorged coffee grounds.
This user-friendly appliance combines not only powerful performance, but also a simple, elegant design with easy-to-use controls. Its front panel offers six buttons in the shape of a ring: two buttons for espresso (single and double), two for coffee (single and double), one for hot water, and one for steam. All of these functions are individually programmable. For example, the strength, temperature, and size of each of the coffee buttons can be set, as can the amount of water delivered in a hot water cycle, and the amount of time a steam cycle lasts. The 10-digit alpha-numeric LCD display clearly communicates all functions and settings in any one of five languages. The top of the unit provides three more controls: two buttons (one for power, the other for maintenance) and an illuminated rotary control dial for overriding any settings for coffee and steam. Choose from 11 programming options by pushing the integrated rotary button.
The coffee and espresso center also showcases several other innovative features. Its new ceramic-valve technology shortens the flow of coffee, resulting in a hotter temperature and more crema in the cup. The machine's three hot-water temperature settings produce a hotter Cafe Americano, pre-warm coffee cups faster, and accommodate a larger variety of tea preparation. It also provides a dual, butterfly, coffee-spout design that moves up/down and in/out to accommodate a larger range of cups.
Other highlights include a commercial-grade, solid-steel conical burr grinder with six fineness settings and low-noise operation; a 9-ounce bean container with aroma cover and low-level bean indicator; a self-adjusting brewing chamber, which holds from 5 to 16 grams of ground coffee to make up to two 8-ounce cups of coffee at a time; a sensor-activated pre-ground coffee funnel; a clock/timer with programmable auto-on and auto-off capabilities; and a 71-ounce removable water container with a Clearyl water-filtration system and low-water indicator. Even more, the machine provides two interchangeable frother systems, which include a Dual Frother Plus for manual operation and a frothXpress for automatic frothing and steaming. A concealed compartment neatly stores the measuring scoop and the Dual Frother Plus attachment. The coffee and espresso center measures 16-1/2 by 11 by 13-1/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Haier 12,000 Portable Air Conditioner Review

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(More customer reviews)I have two of the Haier 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioners, each with a heater and three speeds. Have been using them for three seasons and really like them. It takes less than 15 minutes to snap hoses on connectors, place in window, add foam strip to prevent air & bugs from coming in. No heavy lifting!I suggest putting some no odor silicone spray [food grade from Amazon or Grainger Industrial Supply] or Armor All which has some silicone in it, on the parts that snap together. It makes it easier next season to put on and remove the hoses too. Also, run a bead of silicone sealant around the tiny space between the hose connector that fits into window adapter. No air or bugs can get in that way. I'm writing almost everything that isn't in the owner's manual.

Fortunately there are two collapsible 5 ft (1.5 M) tubes/hoses--one for air intake and one for heat & humidity exhaust.Note: one tube portable ac units are much less efficient than this Haier and draw hot, outside air in thru cracks or openings somewhere in your home or apartment. They also take longer to cool than this two hose ac. Haier did it right with this product. One improvement needed is a 24 hour timer instead of the 12 hr one at present.

If it is very humid often (59% INside!) this Haier unit may occasionally require draining from a plug in the back near the bottom into a flat pan. I usually wheel the unit on its easily movable casters to the top of stairs; then, put a pan on the next step down; untwist the drain plug and let the water fill the pan. Otherwise, you need to use a flat, two inch high pan to collect the water. Although we have 88%+ humidity here in the Northeast, my draining of the water has been usually limited to at the end of the season. Some humidity does blow out the exhaust hose. One thing: the window adapter fits windows up to 36 inches. One of my windows is 38" which means I have to fill in the extra space with cardboard or foam. The D.I.Y.'er might get some longer plastic, heat-bend it and make it fit better. We have double-hung windows (lift up &/or pull top one down) with screens & storm windows (insulates somewhat in winter). I set the window adapter with snap-on/off hoses to blow through the screen. It adds some security as the storm window is locked in place above the screen opening. You should put a bolt locking device (see locksmith or hardware store) above or beside the opening to prevent a thief from opening your window from the outside. It should be instantly openable in case of fire and need to escape.

Don't expect a portable AC to do as well as an in the window or wall unit. 12,000 btu portable AC = about 8,000 btu in a window/wall Air Conditioner (by experience). And, it will not get as cold. Although Imeasured the temperature (digitally) coming out of the unit at 61 degrees F (16 degrees C) it will not make the air in the room as cold as a regular air conditioner. The heater setting for the cooler or cold winter isn't worth the money. Better is a $20.00 ceramic heater with fan from one of the stores or Amazon. I don't use the built-in heater as it doesn't produce much heat and is noisier than the ceramic one. The unit has a setting to use alone as a dehumidifier,However, a separate 40+ pint (19+ liter) a day dehumidifier is a better choice. I use one of those in our basement with a 15 foot garden hose attached to the drain plug. Without a dehumidifier things get mildew, smelly and moldy with 70% humidity.A word to the wise!

If you live in some dry areas of the country, a "Swamp Cooler" (love that name) is the item for you. It cools by evaporation of water and adds the humidity to the air. Others may prefer a central air conditioner with the addition of an in-room humidifier for those desert areas of the country. Remember that a humidifier in the winter (used October thru May, in Northeast USA) prevents dry & cracked skin, cracked wooden furniture, needless coughing. And, if you get a cold/flu or pneumonia,it makes it much easier on your lungs, pain, energy [coughing lowers energy], let alone skin. A humidifier even helps keep a piano in tune longer. Add a air purifier with fan & filter for best results. Those ozone units are bad for your health; but, that is another review to write! The Haier remote works fine, although its buttons aren't clearly labeled as to what each does. Save your owner's manual in a zip bag. At the end of the season remove the hoses and cover your Haier with a large plastic bag to keep the dust off/out. Hope that helps you.

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HAIER CPRD12XC7 12000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER (WITHOUT HEATING CAPACITY)

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20333 - Toro Recycler (22") 190cc 3-in-1 Personal Pace Lawn Mower w/ B Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first self-propelled mower. I'm coming from a basic, no-frills machine that I bought some years ago when I just wanted something cheap that would do the job.

I bought this mower at the local Depot, cheaper than the advertised price here even after tax was added. I brought it home and unpacked it.Setup was done in just a couple of minutes -- unlike my previous mower, this one is almost entirely assembled in the box. All you need to do is put the handle on and attach the blade clutch lever to it.No tools required.

Next, add the fluids. The mower comes with the right amount of 30-weight oil. Then fill up the gas tank, and you're off.

The mower has an engine kill switch like you'd find on a motorcycle. Switch to "I" (Ignition). Pull the starter cord.Mine fired up on the first pull! The engine runs smoothly (and much quieter than my old mower).You don't need to have the safety bar pulled in at this point -- the engine will run, but the blades will not spin.

Pull the safety bar in and the blades start spinning. Release it and they stop, but the engine keeps running. Kill the engine by flipping the ignition switch to OFF.

That's cool. With my old mower, every time I let go of the safety bar it killed the engine and I would have to pull the starter cord again to get it going.

The propulsion is really nice. The upper section of the grip is spring-loaded and slides up and down the vertical handlebar rods slightly.The more pressure you apply to the handlebar, the faster the mower will want to move.Release the bar, and the mower stops moving. There is another, secondary handlebar underneath that can be used to circumvent the propulsion entirely, if desired.

There is also a large lever that allows you to change between mulching and bagging.This can be done at any time. With the bag attached, pulling the lever to the rear will start bagging, while pushing the lever forwardwill close off the opening to the bag and start mulching instead.The mower also comes with the side discharge attachment, which installs easily and is very effective.

When you're done mowing, there is a port on the side that accepts a standard garden hose. Attach a hose to the mower and turn it on.Then start the mower and start the blades spinning.It does a really good job of cleaning out the mower for you.When the water coming out starts to run clear, just shut off the hose and let the blades keep spinning for another few seconds until the mower is dry.You will still need to clean out some of it, though, like the bag port, which the hose doesn't reach.

The Briggs & Stratton engine seems strong, easily handling whatever horrible things I threw at it (with a caveat, explained below). Propulsion was also strong, and even going up a steep incline behind my house required only about 5% of the effort required with my previous mower.The overall build quality is excellent, and it's a real looker to boot.

There are a couple of minor quibbles, but nothing significant enough to merit the loss of a star. I'm not a huge fan of the white wheels, which were already turning green after the first mow. And the wheels themselves don't turn as freely as those on my old mower. Presumably this is because of the propulsion mechanism, so I guess that could be the case with any self-propelled mower. And finally, when in mulching mode, the mower seems to stall more frequently than my old mower when it hits the hard stuff. I live in Florida, and it rains a lot in the summer.Sun + lots of water = grass that's sometimes a foot high in a week. So if the grass gets too long in between mows, this mower will sometimes stall because there's way too much material to mash around.However, switching to side discharge or bagging solves the problem immediately, and the mower will cut ANYTHING.

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Briggs & Stratton? ReadyStart Engine No need to choke or prime the engine just start and go 22 Recycler? Cutting Deck Cut more grass in less time and improve the health of your lawn Blade Override System (BOS) Stops the blade without having to restart the engine Personal Pace? Self-Propel Rear Wheel Drive System Mower automatically senses and adapts to your walking speed Bag On Demand Quick Change Lever Switch from mulching to bagging in seconds Bag can stay mounted in either mode Easy Height Adjustment Quickly change between 1 4 cutting heights with no fuss Quick-Wash Port Simply attach a garden hose to the top of the mower deck Flush the underside clean while the mowers right sideup 3 Year Power Train Warranty 3 Year Guaranteed-to-Start Warranty 2 Year Full Coverage Warranty Model Model Number: 20333 Manufacturer: Toro Engine Engine Brand: Briggs & Stratton Quantum Starting System: Recoil Start HP/CC: 190 cc Torque: 6.75 ft-lbs Net Torque Fuel Tank Size: .4 Gallon Cycles: 4-Cycle Cylinders: 1 Cylinder Oil Filter: No Consumer Warranty: 3 Years Drive System: Belt-Drive Speeds: Variable Drive Wheels: Rear Wheels Wheels Front Tire Size: 8 Inch Rear Tire Size: 8 Inch Tire Type: Plastic Wheels Deck Cutting Options: 3-in-1 (Side-Discharge/Bag/Mulch) Material: Steel Construction: Stamped Blades: 1 Blade Positions: 7 Positions Cutting Height: 1-4 Inches Accessories Rear Bagger: Included Mulcher Kit: Included Headlights: No Hour Meter: No Overview Weight: 88 Lbs. (39.92 kilograms) Consumer Warranty: 2 Years

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Intex Ultra Frame 18-by-9-Foot-by-52-Inch Rectangular Pool Set Review

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(More customer reviews)This pool is great!Setup was relatively easy but you do need a helping hand (my 13 y.o. helped me) and there are some things you should be aware of before you purchase it.

1. If you purchase the 18' X 9' X 52" pool with saltwater filter, you'll need 115 pounds of salt which cost me $30.00 at a local pool supply store.I bought 4 bags (each bag weighed 40 pounds) and used slightly less than 3 to start the system.You'll need to add more salt occasionally (30 pounds or so) when the code on the filter tells you to do so.

2.5-6 feet of free space is required around the perimeter of the pool.(I didn't have this space available and had to change my desired location for the pool.)This is because the U-shaped metal supports, attached to the top rail, lay flat on the ground outwardly during setup.Then you pick the top rail off the ground which makes the U-shaped supports slide into place.This starts holding the pool up and in place.Your helper then attaches the pool liner to the bottom of each support.I hope this makes sense.You definitely need that extra space around the pool!

3.Your area should be very level.Take the time to clear rocks that could puncture the liner and to prep the area well.I think the best place for the pool would be on level cement.

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Intex's Rectangular Ultra Frame with Saltwater System pools come in a striking new gray color. Utilizing Intex's new Ultra Frame they give pool owners an incredible pool ownership experience that will be the envy of the neighborhood. Includes 1500 Gal per Hour Filter Pump 4545 gallon water capacity at 90% full! Ready for water in 60 minutes! Ground Cloth. Ladder. Pool Cover. Deluxe Pool Maintenance Kit. NEW - Easy to attach Pool Volleyball Set with Ball. Instructional Video. NEW - Free Pool Mat

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Capresso 153.04 C3000 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, with Pump-Auto Cappuccino System Review

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(More customer reviews)We have owned several home espresso machines and this is by far the best one ever.The ability to froth milk automatically just before or just after making coffee or espresso is unique. In most other units it's necessary to purge the water system before steaming milk and then purging it again to regain brewing temperature. In this unit you just press the button and frothed milk foams out into your cup, and is pre-programmed to stop at the right moment.The milk unit can be removed and stored in a refrigerator and the parts are easy to clean. It even tells you when to run a cleaning or decalcifying session. Programable in English and several European languages. It's also easy to make hot cocoa by frothing chocolate milk. Electronic controls dose out the amount of coffee or espresso from a short shot of espresso (single or doppio) to a mug of coffee. It turns itself on and off and pre-measures the coffee you grind and the strength of your coffee. This is an electronic wizard that does lots more than brew a great cup of coffee. This is an ideal machine for an office or a household with a big entertainment kitchen.

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Natural Chemistry 05235 2-Liter Pool Perfect Concentrate and Phos Free Pool Cleaner Review

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(More customer reviews)We tried "Pool Perfect with Phos Free" this year for the first time.We've had this pool for 30 years and it's NEVER BEEN THIS CLEAR! No doubt that Phos Free deserves much of the credit.

We also installed a Hayward/ Gold Line chlorine generator this year.(Hopefully I will find time to review that product too).That may deserve some of the credit.We like that product too, but if I had to choose which product to try, I would try the phos-free first.Why?Because it does not require an up-front capital investment, nor installation.You just add to your pool.

Let me tell you about our experience and what we've learned.

A clear understanding of how this product works will help you succeed with it.You pour a small amount of Phos-Free in your skimmer.It scavenges phosphorus from the water so that algae has no phosphorus.

Why phosphorus?Phosphorus is one of the essential macro-nutrients that plants need.That's why they put phosphorus in fertilizer.If you buy 5-10-5 fertilizer, it's got 10% phosphorus; the middle number refers to the amount of phosphorus.Somebody figured out that phosphorus is the easiest nutrient to remove - and starve the algae - and they created PhosFree to do the job.Their web site [...] has a lot of info about this. I found the web site to be informative and credible.I majored in chemistry in college so I'm pretty well prepared to judge its credibility.

Even some pool professionals don't understand this product.PhosFree can't kill algae. It can only prevent it from growing. Some pool guys told me that they had tried a phosphate scavenger once in a pool that was green, green, green, and chlorine would not fix it.They tried their brand of phosphate scavenger (not Phos Free) and the pool was still green.They might have had more success if they understood phosphate scavengers. They used a phosphate test kit and they swore that there was no phosphorus in the pool (the test kit can detect as little as 100 parts per BILLION).They did not understand that the phosphorus was already in the algae.So if you can vacuum away any algae (or leaves) before you start, that will help.Leaves (or grass, etc) can release phosphorus and other nutrients as they decay, feeding the algae.

The pool guys also might have had more success if they had used enzymes.This product also includes an enzyme that they call PoolPerfect. It breaks down organic matter, including dead algae, releasing the phosphate so that the PhosFree can scavenge it up.The pool guys might have had more success if they had used this combination product.

How did I use it?I bought a phosphorus test kit to monitor phosphorus levels so I could tell what's going on.I learned a lot.You can do this too, or you can just add a little bit every week.I noticed that as it scavenges phosphorus, it also raises the pressure in the sand filter.So I guess that the phosphorus is captured in the sand filter until it ultimately gets backwashed down the drain.Using PhosFree I could keep the phosphorus below 100 ppb.The aforementioned web site states that algae cannot divide with less than 125 ppb of phosphate in the water.

I have read everything on their web site [...].I've used the product for a full season, and our pool is CLEARER THAN EVER, even though we're using less chlorine, and we stopped using other algaecide completely.We like having less of that other junk in the water.

What about cost?We found that a maintenance dose of 4 to 8 ounces per week is sufficient for our 25,000 gallon pool.So a two liter bottle of "PoolPerfect plus PhosFree" lasted us more than 8 weeks.That comes down to about$5.00 per week or about $100 for the pool season.But we're saving money by using less chlorine, less algaecide, and running the filter for fewer hours per day.We like the fact that we don't have to handle as much chlorine and we've reduced our environmental impact.And we're using the pool more.

We'll definitely be using this product again next year.

Addendum (August 2010):Now in our third season using this product.Still happy with it.Still recommending it to friends.One thing that I've learned:use a paint stirrer stick.The phosphate scavenger settles to the bottom of the jug.Shaking doesn't stir the stuff off of the bottom because it makes too much foam.So I use a paint stirrer stick - like they give you when you buy a can of paint.This works well to stir the stuff from the bottom of the jug.Also:next year I plan to try a related product called Pool First Aid when I open the pool.One last thing: I called their tech support line and found them to be competent and helpful.

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No phosphates, no algae,no organics.Normal sanitizer levels will prevent algae growth.

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Saeco S-TT-ST Talea Touch Super-Automatic Espresso Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)Unit would not work right out of the Box ,the Coffee hopper was not screwed down, so unit would not operate ,after about hour found the screw that needed to be tighten so it would grind the coffee beans, than after the first use the unit would grind the beans, but nothing was comeing out, after a hour or more ofcleaning everthing got the water to go through the unit ,and finely got the expresso to come out, with this unit if you don't do a through cleaning after evey use the unit will not work the next time you use it. a very poor unitfor a high cost unit like this

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With 15 bars of pump pressure, this super-automatic espresso machine brews coffeehouse-quality espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos with minimal effort, in just a few minutes. Its innovative brewing system makes it easy to create an infinite variety of coffee drinks from just one machine. Turning the dial either right or left changes the strength and consistency of coffee by increasing or decreasing the water pressure moving through the grounds. The unit's OptiDose system has an adjustable 7- to 10-1/2-gram doser, which regulates the amount of beans to grind per serving, while its aroma system injects hot water into ground coffee to maximize flavor extraction. The unit's user-friendly black-and-white touch-screen technology offers special icons that give clear, instant details for each function. The unit will automatically grind the right amount of coffee, tamp, brew, and dispense used grounds into an internal dregdrawer, all at the touch of an icon.
The machine also provides an adjustable built-in ceramic disc grinder, which delivers a more even grind, allowing for perfect dosing and blending, plus it operates considerably quieter than stainless-steel grinders. Especially convenient if a guest wants decaffeinated espresso, the machine comes with a pre-ground bypass doser. Simply pour the pre-ground decaffeinated or flavored coffee into the pre-ground coffee funnel without having to empty the beans in the grinder.
For added convenience, the espresso machine offers a stainless-steel Pannarello attachment for steaming milk or dispensing hot water, as well as a stainless-steel boiler system with Rapid Steam technology, which means no waiting between frothing milk and brewing espresso. The unit's easy-to-clean system features a patented brew group that can be removed at the push of a button for rinsing and chemical-free cleaning. Other highlights include indicator lights, a cup-warming surface, a removable 57-ounce water tank, a motorized adjustable drip tray, and an Aqua Prima water filter, as well as an adjustable coffee-volume dial, temperature control, an 8-ounce coffee-bean hopper, and a 14-puck used-ground capacity. Housed in a modern two-tone silver-and-titanium design, the 1500-watt super-automatic espresso machine measures 16 by 13 by 14-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Whirlpool GI7FVCXWY GI7FVCXWY French Door Refrigerator Review

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(More customer reviews)Water and ice worked for about 2 minutes, since then I have not been able to get any ice or water from the door.Whirlpool sent some parts and admitted it is a common problem because the waterlines freezes, but it still doesn't work. I attempted to defrost it with a hair dryer for 2 hours but that didn't work either. It freezes produce closing the humidifier slots helps some.The touch panel is fussy it doesn't always register your preference.2 repair calls and it is still not fixed this is a high end disaster. This is a new design and Whirlpool has some serious design work to do on this model.

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Stainless Steel Finish
2008 ENERGY STAR Qualified
Whirlpool brand ENERGY STAR qualified appliances reduce energy consumption by at least 25% over federal minimum efficiency standards, which translates to a significant saving for your budget as well as for the environment.
27 cu. ft. Capacity
In-Door-Ice Bucket with Window and LED light
Exterior Ice & Water Dispenser with Color Touch Screen LCD controls
Measured-Fill with Slide-out Tray and Rotating Faucet
Cubed and Crushed Ice
Extra Deep Door Bins
LED Interior Lighting
1 Clear Full-Width Framed Pantry
2 Humidity-Controlled Crispers
4 Standard Spillproof Shelves
Smooth Door
No-Slip Blue Door Bin Mats
Keeps items stored in the door bins in an upright position. The mats are removable for easy cleaning.
Hidden PUR Water Filter
Accu-Chill Temperature Management System
Provides accurate temperature control with foam-in-place doors

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