This article is for someone who is considering purchasing a Whirlpool American fridge freezer. This could be because they already trust this brand name from former purchases or from advice given by a friend. Now is the time to narrow down your choice amongst the 13 distinct Whirlpool side by side models. Draw on the following 7 points as your guide.
1. Budget
They range in price from around 725GBP for the Whirlpool 20RI-D1L model to 1700GBP for top of the range Whirlpool 20RI D4 ESPRESSO. With around a 1000GBP difference, this is clearly an important first consideration. Keep in mind that even the cheapest model has significant benefits over a conventional fridge/freezer, such as size and special features.
2. Size
Here we are talking with reference to the exterior dimensions of the fridge-freezer. Since side by side fridge freezers are a great deal larger than regular types, it is crucial to take note of the width, height and depth. Firstly, due to its magnitude the producer recommends a house door opening of no less than 62 cm. (the appliance will then fit through with its doors removed). Secondly, not only does it have to fit in your kitchen, but it has to look right, integrating with the general design and layout of the kitchen.
Models such as the Whirlpool WSC5555 AN and the Whirlpool 25RID 4 are 177 cm. high, 91.1 cm. wide and 74.3 cm. deep. If you require one with the least depth, choose the Whirlpool 20 TBL 4 or Whirlpool 20 TML 4, which both have a depth of just 67.4 cm.
As with all American style fridge freezers it is advised to leave an air space of a couple of cms. all around the appliance, for it run optimally.
3. Storage Capacity
All the Whirlpools have a minimum total net capacity of 500 litres. The models with second largest storage capacity are in fact the lowest priced ones, the Whirlpool 20 RID 1l and the Whirlpool 20 RBD 1l, with capacities of 521 litres (325 litres for the fridge and 196 litres for the freezer). The reason for this is that they do not have a water and ice dispenser, freeing more room for food. Only the most highest priced models, the Whirlpool 20RI D4 ESPRESSO has a capacity that surpasses them – 522 litres and it does have a water and ice dispenser.
4. Colour
There are plenty of models that are either black or stainless steel. In addition the Whirlpool 20RI D4 ESPRESSO is in satina mist, the Whirlpool 20TM L4 comes with a mirror finish and the Whirlpool 20SI L4 is with a brushed stainless steel look.
5. Energy Ratings
Energy savings are a key consideration today. Not just for the sake of saving money, but in addition, for the protection of the environment. All the Whirlpool range have a rating of either A+ or A. It turns out that with an A+ ranking, your American style combined fridge freezer may possibly save you money, as you will not have to operate two units to get the same storage capacity.
6. Water and Ice Dispenser
Apart from the Whirlpool 20 RID 1L and the 20RBD 1l, all come with a water and ice dispenser. With the exception of the Whirlpool 20RI D3L and the 20RB D3L all the dispensers are in-door which allows for greater storage within the freezer.
7. Special Features
Here is where the Whirlpool American style fridge freezers come into their own. I will list a few for you but there are many more.
* 6th Sense Technology: allows the fridge to be able to adapt speedily to alterations in temperatures (all models).
* Anti bacterial filter with Microban: maintains the unit free of bacteria and mildew (all models).
* Blackout Alert Alarm: the appliance will detect if the freezer has dropped below freezing after a blackout. If it has, it will sound an alarm so you can check the food to see if has spoiled(all models)
* Makes Espresso Coffee: I am not joking, the Whirlpool 20RI D4 ESPRESSO, as its name implies, will even make you a cup of coffee.
So that concludes my 7 point guide for buying a Whirlpool side by side fridge freezer. By now you should have a good idea what to look for to find the ideal unit for you and your family.
Happy Shopping!
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