Still "room" for improvement - Space and noise
Submitted by Jurgen -
11/14/2016
We recently bought this fridge/freezer combo, to replace a 20 yr old one that recently deteriorated in performance. Main driver to get this model was the more ergonomic design with freezer at bottom, and most frequently used fridge section at the best height and visibility.
Since it was not in stock, our dealer had to order it, and said it would be here in 7-10 work days. At the end of that period, they called us to say it would be another week. After that week, we were told that that model was on back order, and would take an additional week. We were getting close to cancelling our order, and by another model, as our old model resulted in spoiled food on a regular basis. After 5-6 weeks from ordering, it got delivered. As only compensation, we got a "free" 3-yr warranty, which has ZERO value to us, as we would never have bought that, and we don't expect to exercise it on such a new appliance.
Now to design and technology:
1.) What bothers us the very most is the noise! It is not so much the level of the noise, but the particular frequency, that is notably impacting conversations - it is one of those very annoying humming noises that just goes on your nerves every time you hear it. We have not figured out a way, if there is any, to mitigate that noise through additional insulation. I am just sitting in the basement typing this, and I can hear the noise of the running fridge upstairs! The manufacturer certainly needs to look into this and improve it!
2.) Space allocation
The very lowest shelf in the fridge is notably retracted from the shelf above, which makes it not only shorter (less space), but more difficult to see what is in that shelf, and to access that lower shelf. This results in both lower drawers being shortened.
I measured a gap between fridge door and lower shelf/ drawers of at least 2.5 inch. Unless there is any significant performance impact, I strongly suggest to extend the lower shelf and drawers for more space/visibility. Thx f listening!
Yes, I recommend this product
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