Sadly they are no longer available and Maytag has been sold to Whirlpool and are being replaced inside by the Whirlpool DUET design.
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I am always asked what to buy so here goes: I always
recommend Whirlpool products unless you want the best like
Sub-Zero and Wolf.
There is no substitute for Sub-Zeros as they keep your food
fresh. I do not recommend the 700 series built ins unless
you just like the cabinet style. The standard Sub-Zero never
let you food get colder than 34 degrees and that keeps them
fresh. All other refrigerators and brands use -21 degree air
to cool the fresh food and it zaps all the moisture and
value out of the food spoiling it. The others also bring the
warm smelly air into the freezer causing freezer burn and
spoilage there. Sub-Zero is the only one that keeps your
food fresh and freezer at zero.
Wolf is a remarkable design (new) and will guarantee the
final result every time. I use both the
Wolf oven and refrigerator my self.
Washing Machines:
I only recommend Whirlpool (Kitchen Aid) front loaders
(DUET). They only use 4 gallons of water per fill and a
Table spoon of HE soap. HE Tide powdered soap is an enzign
that eats the dirt and has special conditioners and suds
killers that allow the front loaders with low water use to
work properly. Liquids including washing machine detergents
only dilute the dirt and etch off the surface of the fabric
threads Be sure to select extra rinse to be sure that all
the residue leaves the items. Also ball up the items so they
do not tangle when you load the machine.
Dryers:
Again I recommend the matching dryers (Whirlpool
DUET). They pay for themselves, because they are so
efficient. The DUET washer and dryers use almost half of the
energy of old top loaders of five years ago. The DUET dryer
is high capacity and low energy and will compliment the DUET
washer in preserving the condition of your fabrics.
Dishwashers:
Again, Whirlpool and at least the Gold model. Preheat the
water at the sink so you start with good hot water to save
energy. Use Cascade Complete Powder. Powder only has suds
killers and proper softeners and rinse agents. Liquids
including washing machine detergents only dilute the dirt
and etch off the surface of the fabric threads.
Ovens and Stoves:
Again Whirlpool except for Wolf. Some like gas, I like
electric, but when it comes to ovens Electric is always
better and they clean better. The new ranges have duel fuel
now with gas burners on top and electric
convection ovens on the bottom. I always recommend
and use convection ovens,
Microwaves:
There are some new types called rectifiers, no transformers.
They are expensive, but pay off in being able to cook more
like a regular oven. You can very the power to very the heat
for all kind of cooking even softening butter. The popcorn
pops every kernel too.
Mine is over the stove and recommended.
Compactor:
I do not use them and prefer a new insert that holds bags
for wet and dry garbage as well as recycled items.
Disposers:
Insinkerator is the only brand to get and have great in home
warranty. They also make instant hot dispensers.
Hot water dispensers:
Insinkerator makes them in many styles now and they save
energy. They only use the energy that it takes to heat three
cups of coffee or tea a day and provide instant 190 degree
water 24/7. Some models come with a filter for hot or cold
water at the same faucet. My model even has chilled
refrigerated water as well as hot; it saves on ice.
Refrigerators:
Whirlpool and their lines, unless you want the best then it
is Sub-Zero. Ice dispensers are a plus today and worth the
extra.
Sinks:
Kohler
Where to buy:
Lowes
Hope you enjoy all the new stuff. Oh, That old refrigerator
that is 10 years old is robbing you blind. They are using
$400 to $500 dollars a year to run. All the new models only
use about $50 to $75 dollars a year to run and pay for them
selves in no time. Some electric companies even give you
money to replace them on top of that; you can't loose.
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