Monday, June 10, 2024

Inexpensive appliances

GE Hotpoint RGB526DETBB black oven

2013 manf -- approx $600 :: 2024 replace -- $1,200

Two similar models exist; RGB526 and JGBS30. It appears these were first manufactured in 2013, and were likely c. $600. In 2024 dollars, that's about $800. However, to *replace* the oven in 2024, with a similar feature stove/oven, would run $1,100 easily. Probably more. It's worthy of maintaining the original, if possible.

quirks

Important maintenance and repair documents are printed on paper and placed in an envelope attached to rear of appliance. This includes wiring diagram for igniter

This site has spec and user manual PDF's.


Forty-six inches high and not self-cleaning. The igniter is the rectangular Norton igniter. The thermostat must not touch the oven wall. Note this after cleaning. Also any flame adjustments.

gas connection $150

Expensive because best accomplished by a plumber to avoid house fire. Current code requires that the flex hose be orange, like the old LP lines.

cleaning

If a person has time, the easiest way is baking soda, overnight wait and remove with a spatula. Video:

baking soda and vinegar (8:28) Mr Gizmo, 2021. spray bottle for white vinegar (possibly dilute), non-scratch spatula, non-scratch rags, rubber gloves, baking soda paste. Overnight wait, follow-on with vinegar spray (activate and remove residue), wipe down with non-scratch rags.

Located here:

Also note that the oven door is removeable (more easily than it can be re-attached) to help the cleaning.

This post contains some additional tips and products.

exhausting the fumes

Electrolux/Frigidaire FFTR1814LW4
18 cu ft, top freezer


Links: manf's page :: commercial page w/specs :: parts site

From the sticker ("11/10") these probably were 2011 or 2010 builds. Similar units in 2024 are $700-ish.

quirks

lower door handle breaks, $70. Need to reinforce with fiberglass or some other -- don't throw away original.

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