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October 24, 2012
Duct-Free Downdraft Solves Ventilation Problems
Powerful cooktops require effective ventilation. Today's cooktops offer more powerful gas burners and electric elements than ever before. As a result of all that power, it's important to have good ventilation. Few appliance manufacturers know more about ventilation than Jenn-Air. The founder of Jenn-Air, Louis Jenn, was a ventilation expert long before he entered the appliance business. Jenn-Air introduced the first self-ventilated cooktop in 1961, and recently has introduced an exclusive breakthrough duct-free downdraft. Jenn-Air's selection of JX3™ downdraft cooktops are the most powerful downdraft units in the industry - AND - they have the most powerful blower to efficiently remove all the smoke and steam directly from the cooking surface. But that's not all. Locating and installing ductwork for a ventilation system is often problematic. Not any more. Jenn-Air offers an accessory duct-free downdraft kit for its line of JX3™ electric and gas downdraft cooktops. There is no need to run ductwork outside so you can place your cooktop anywhere. You can easily install this cooktop and vent unit in an island over a concrete slab or in a high-rise apartment where there is no place to duct out. The exclusive *Jenn-Air JX3™ duct-free downdraft accessory kit attaches to the blower on the cooktop's downdraft unit, and has a unique **high airflow particulate air filter (HAPA) that captures smoke, steam, and grease thus eliminating the need for outside venting.The Jenn-Air JX3™ collection of cooktops consists of 6 different models. There is -
October 20, 2012
Replacing an odd size cooktop
Finding the right size cooktop The vast majority of cooktops sold in the U.S. are either 30" or 36" in width. However, there has been a very good market over the years for cooktops ranging from 42" - 48", with a 45" width being the most common size in this X-Large cooktop category. In an effort to reduce their model lineups, some manufacturers have discontinued 45" cooktops. This has created a problem for consumers needing to replace their old 45" cooktop since there is now a very limited selection of cooktops that will fit the hole left when the old cooktop is removed. Here are some suggestions and workarounds if you find yourself in this situation.The Viking Range Company does still make a 45" wide electric cooktop model RDECU2566BSB. Dacor makes a 46" wide gas cooktop model SGM466, and Miele makes 42 1/2" wide cooktops in both gas and electric. While these options may or may not provide the perfect fit for your existing cooktop there are some workarounds for you to consider. If you are replacing a 45" wide cooktop with a 46" wide cooktop, you may be able to just cut the existing whole a bit wider to accommodate the larger unit. On the other hand, if the replacement cooktop is not quite wide enough to fill the hole, there are companies that make filler kits such as Micro-trim. Also, It might be feasible to just -
July 08, 2012
Making the right choice for kitchen ventilation
One of the last kitchen appliance choices that customers make is often the ventilation system. It is, nevertheless, a very important choice. The reason that the kitchen is the most frequently painted room in a house is because of wall discoloration or grease buildup, often caused by ineffective ventilation.The considerations on choosing your hood or vent include ducting method, vent type, location, vent volume (cfm), sound level, style, and as always budget. Hood ducting methods may be to the outside or it may be re-circulating. Hood vent types include undercabinet mount, wall mount, island hood, liner inserts, and downdraftVent location will vary from blowers located inside the hood enclosure or located remotely.Vent hood volume is determined by the volume of air at a certain speed = cfm = cubic feet per minute.Sound levels for hoods are measured in sones.Hood styles vary greatly. An attractive hood vent can be a focal point of the kitchenHood prices can vary from a production budget model to a luxury European built custom hood costing thousands of dollars.As you can see, there is much more to making a good vent hood selection than meets the eye. Avoid making the mistake of choosing a vent hood that won't do the job you need. To review the selection of hoods at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center click on the links below for the vent hood type of your choice:Undercabinet HoodsWall Mount HoodsIsland HoodsLiner Insert HoodsDowndraft HoodsConsult the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to make the -
June 01, 2012
Modular Downdraft and Cartridges
When purchasing any of the modular cooking systems that we've covered in our two previous blogs, it's critical to plan for ventilation. Simply dropping a group of cooking modules into an island and hoping for the best on venting solutions can lead to a disastrous outcome. Work with your appliance expert to determine the size and capacity of the system that you will need to vent your cooking modules. One solution that often presents itself is the use of a downdraft cooktop with interchangeable modules. GE and Jenn-Air are the dominant suppliers of these products. GE's modular downdraft cooktops are limited to 30" gas and electric units. Jenn-Air has an extensive array of modular cooktops in both gas and electric from single module 18" units all the way up to 48" cooktops. Jenn-Air gas modular cooktops come complete with a grill on the left side (bay) of the vent, and gas burners on the right side. The grill can be complemented with an optional griddle that fits on top, OR the grill can be removed and replaced with a 2-burner gas module. Jenn-Air electric modular cooktops come with a replaceable grill unit in the bay to the left of the vent, and open bays to the right. Depending on the configuration and number of open bays, customers can add an additional grill as shown below, a griddle, radiant (smooth glass) cartridges, and even a traditional coil-type cartridge. There are a host of accessories to consider, such as griddles, woks and -
May 30, 2012
Modular Cooking Systems
Modular cooking systems have been around for quite a while, but it seems that there's always something new to talk about. Bertazzoni has introduced a unique series of segmented cooktops that makes it possible to combine a versatile dual burner cooktop module, with an electric griddle, and a two element induction module. Customers can mix and match modules to get just the right combination of modules for their specific cooking styles in a single 36" cooktop. Many luxury brands offer various modular cooking solutions. Wolf, Miele, and Gaggenau have individual cooking modules. Jenn-Air offers modular cartridges that go with a downdraft venting system. We'll be covering some of these other modular systems in upcoming blogs. In the meantime, feel free to consult the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for answers to all your cooktop concerns. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 12025 Ventura Blvd. Ste B-105 Studio City, CA 91604 PH 877 696-2987 -
April 09, 2012
New Design Trend: Appliances where you need them
There's an old kitchen design principle called the work triangle. Refrigerator, range, and dishwasher make up a triangle and need to be located within a certain proximity of each other. But rules are made to be broken and there is a new trend in kitchen design that has appliances being located in new and sometimes unusual locations. For example, Sub Zero and other manufacturers now offer undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers, beverage centers, ice makers, and wine cellars. Families can now use a small refrigerator in a refreshment area so the kids to get cold snacks when they come home from school. Freezers drawers in the pantry area can be used for long term food storage. The entertainment area can feature an ice-maker along with the wine cellar, and dish drawers next to the sink in the wet bar. Microwave drawers, warming drawers, built-in coffee makers, and duct-free downdraft cooktops also open up new location opportunities. The key is that design should be about how you want to live, and not follow outdated rules. For new ideas in appliances, visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center at 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA. 91604, PH 877 696-2982
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