Range hoods have average lifetime expectancies.

Maintaining your Range Hood properly can extend the lifetime indefinitely. This is true of all household appliances and that is the cornerstone of ApplianceLife.com

Investing in a pair of gloves that will withstand chemicals, heat and cold is an excellent idea. Pictured to the right are Nitrile Professional Cleaning Gloves.

If you have to do any kind of repair or maintenance on your range hood, make sure to unplug it from the power supply. Use a properly grounded outlet if your vent hood is not wired directly to your household power supply. It might be a good idea to cover the top of your range so that grease does not drop on it while you are making your adjustments (or something worse)

• Wipe down the exterior and interior of your range hood often. (every week is a good idea)


• To clean thoroughly, use hot water, soap, and a splash of ammonia to cut the grease buildup.


• You can also purchase very good cleaners and degreaser at reputable online Appliance Part stores.


• Clean the metal mesh filters often. (every month is a good idea) These can retain grease and be a fire hazard. Use a degreaser and hot water to rinse it. The range hood filter can be cycled through a dishwasher as well.


• Wipe the fan blades regularly.


• Change any activated charcoal or other filters as the manufacturer suggests.


• Check the vent and ducts periodically for grease buildup.


• Contact a chimney sweep or the equivalent as needed.

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Labels: Appliance Cleaners, Range Hood Parts

For the Appliance Nut that has everything - these neat gadgets, tools and fun appliance parts will put a smile on someone's face bigger than the ApplianceLife.com Logo :)

Washing Machine Floodstop - Gotta love this gadget. How many times did something get stuck in the drain and the washing machine flooded leaving a big mess (at least) and sometimes even water damage.

he floodstop automatically shuts off the water supply to the washing machine and sounds an alarm when a few drops of water make contact with the water sensor. Whether caused by a burst hose, or an overflowing washing machine the Floodstop will automatically close the valves and shut off the water supply.

Vegetable Bin Liner for Refrigerators - A plush layer of cushioned foam lines your crisper bins to prevent bruising and spoilage. Allows air to circulate freely to help keep fruits and vegetables fresher longer. Cut to fit your specific bin and model.

Not really a gadget - but a great garbage disposer. 1/3 HP Continuous Feed Disposer with Cord (Magic Chef) - Magic Chef Food Waster Disposer - one of our favorites - features a 1/3 HP induction motor. Quick-lock mounting collar speeds installation. Two stainless steel swivel impellers. Attached power cord included. One-year limited manufacturer's warranty.

High Temperature Appliance Wire
25 feet of 14 gauge high temperature wire, 3 separate conductors - white - red - black. Sil-a-blend system includes a plated copper conductor, silicone high temperature insulation and an embedded glass braided covering all jacketed in another layer of silicone insulation. Replaces plastic, rubber and glass braid wire. Rated to 600 volts, 36 amps and 392 degrees F.

Nickel Safe Ice Machine Cleaner by Nu-calgon
A specially formulated product for removing scale deposits from ice machines having nickel-plated or tin-plated evaporators. Acceptable for use on Manitowoc and other manufacturers using nickel plated evaporators. It is available in pints an d gallons, and it mixes to form a green cleaning solution which makes rinsing easier. Specially formulated food-grade product, removes scale deposits from ice machines with nickel or tin-plated evaporators.
Meets Manitowoc specification #GES-6 and is approved by other manufacturers using nickel
2-3 fl. oz. of cleaner per gallon of water in ice machine
16 oz.

Labels: Appliance Accessories, Appliance Cleaners

The sun is shining beautifully in the Ohio Valley this afternoon and I can't help but think about spring cleaning. Driving through the suburbs, I see the streaks of dirt on windows caused by the final melting of snow and it makes me think about what a mess my windows must be in!

Speaking of spring cleaning - many people do not realize that this is a great time to do some appliance checking and cleaning. Cleaning your dishwasher can keep parts moving properly without obstacles like that little piece of steak bone that was stuck all winter in the silverware container. Make sure you check that each of the following are cleaned and working properly:

• Dishwasher Drain Hoses
• Dishwasher Power Cords
• Dishwasher Pump Motor Assembly
• Dishwasher Spray Arms
• Inlet Water Valves

Cleaning out the clothes washer and scrubbing down the lint collector in your dryer - even having the vents cleaned. Not only are these little things important to make sure your clothes are cleaned and dryed properly - but they save energy. Saving energy saves money and who's not looking to save a few bucks these days.

Clean out the stove and microwave now too! Make sure you scrub down the grills on the microwave and make sure that the crud on the bottom of your stove is cleared out also.

Finally, use a degreaser and remove all the grease that accumulated on the inside of the stove vent.

... and everytime you tell yourself that you'd rather be outside enjoying the beautiful sunshine, just remember the money you will be saving on energy and in the long run by properly maintaining your home appliances!

Labels: Appliance Cleaners, Dishwasher Parts

• Aluminum


• Copper


• Pewter


• Brass


• Gold


• Silver


• Chromium


• Nickel


• Zinc

NEVR-DULL is the perfect choice for any polishing need and besides the metal on your appliances and throughout your laundry room and kitchen (as well as any metal on your microwave) .... you can use it on the following:

• Automotive and Motorcycle Trim


• Marine Accessories and Hardware


• Tools


• Cookware


• Silverware

Try NEVR-DULL, we think you'll agree that no other product of its kind cleans or shines better and is more economical.

Labels: Appliance Cleaners

Labels: Appliance Cleaners