Left-Over Dishwasher Detergent?

If you still have caked detergent after running your dishwasher, try these dishwasher troubleshooting tips.

Before doing anything, check out your Use & Care manual to see what kind and how much detergent the manufacturer recommends.  Your problem could be as simple as using too much detergent.

Was the dispenser cup wet when you added detergent?

If dispenser cup is wet, the detergent can clump. Clean it out and start over.

Is the cycle incomplete?

If the previous cycle did not complete, the detergent can become caked in the dispenser cup if it is left sitting in the dishwasher. This probably isn’t the cause for those with chronic detergent-caking issues. Again, clean the detergent from the cup and start over again.

Is the detergent old?

Older detergent exposed to air will clump and not dissolve well, which will cause the dispenser door to stick to the detergent. Buy new detergent, and this time, keep it in a tightly closed container (i.e. not the box with an open flap) in a cool dry place (i.e. not under your sink right next to the wall where your dishwasher runs hot).

Is the water temperature too low?

For best washing and drying results, water should be 120oF (49o C) as it enters the dishwasher, so check your water heater setting. I also try to remember to run the kitchen sink tap until hot water comes out to help this.

Were items blocking the dispenser that kept it from opening?

Items blocking the detergent dispenser will keep it from opening. Make sure water action can reach the dispenser.

Other good detergent guidelines:

Use automatic dishwashing detergent only.

Add detergents just before starting the cycle.

The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent.

Your manufacturer’s suggested amount is based on standard powdered detergent, so follow instructions on the package when using liquid or concentrated powdered detergent.

Taken from Warners’ Stellian

Stay cool with this delicious pomegranate tea sorbet that Frigidaire posted on their Facebook page.  It’s easy and delicious!

Ingredients:

2 Cup Pomegranate Juice

4 Bags Berry Herb Tea

1 Cup Water

3 Tablespoons Sugar

Directions:

In a medium saucepan combine juice and 1 cup water.  Bring to boiling.  Remove from heat.  Add tea bags.  Cover and steep 5 minutes.  Remove tea bags, squeezing out extra liquid.  Add sugar, stirring until dissolved.

Pour juice mixture in a 2 quart square baking dish.  Cover and freeze about 6 hours or until mixture is nearly firm, stirring occasionally so mixture freezes evenly.

Break mixture into chunks.  Transfer to a food processor.  Cover and process just until smooth, but not melted.  Return to baking dish.  Cover and freeze about 3 hours more until firm.

To serve, let stand at room temperature 10 minutes.  Scoop into dessert dishes.

Makes 8 one-half cup servings

Invest in America

For many of us, buying American is important.  Now is a popular time to buy refrigerators so we put together a list of refrigerators that you can feel good about buying because you are investing in America.  These refrigerators are designed, engineered, and assembled in the U.S.

The Maytag® MFT2673BE is a french door model featuring the Store-N-Door Ice® system with window, fold away shelves and a 26 cu. ft. capacity. Plus, 2X Life tested freezer drawer glides.

The Whirlpool® WRF989SD features a stamp of quality with the Good

Housekeeping Seal. Plus, this model puts food at eye level and moves the crispers to waist level for added convenience.

The KitchenAid® KFIV29PCMS is the ultimate in food preservation. It is a 29 cu. ft. french door bottom freezer with a platinum interior and the industry exclusive Preserva® food care system—with three technologies to keep food fresh.

The Amana® ABB1921WE bottom-freezer refrigerator features an 18.5 cu. ft. capacity and Temp Assure™ freshness controls.

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Alternate Routes to Our Mount Vernon Store

Since the Skagit River Bridge will be out for a while, we wanted to provide you with some alternative routes to our Mount Vernon Store.  If you’re coming from the South, I-5 is still the best and easiest route and you should experience little traffic.

From The North East:

Take State Route 20 E/WA-20 E

Slight right onto State Route 536 E/WA-536 E/Memorial Hwy

Turn left onto W Kincaid St        

Turn right onto the I-5 S                       

Take exit 225 for Anderson Rd  

Turn left onto Anderson Rd      

Turn left onto Cedardale Rd

From The North:

Take I-5 S to exit 229 for George Hopper Rd        

Turn left onto George Hopper Rd            

Turn right onto S Burlington Blvd           

Continue onto Riverside Dr/Watson Bridge

Turn right onto Stewart Rd         

Turn left onto Freeway Dr          

Turn left onto W College Way   

Turn right to merge onto I-5 S

Take exit 225 for Anderson Rd  

Turn left onto Anderson Rd       

Turn left onto Cedardale Rd

From the North East:

Take WA-9 S      

At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto E College Way             

Turn Left on LaVenture
LaVenture turns into Anderson Rd       

Turn Right onto Cedardale Rd

Dryer Troubleshooting

If your dryer isn't drying, troubleshoot your vent before calling for service - especially if you’re running it twice to get clothes dry.  If your dryer’s vent system is clogged, moist air won’t exhaust as well and it will take longer for your clothes to dry.  It's also a fire hazard!

Here’s how to test your vent to see if it’s clogged:

• Run your dryer for at least 5 minutes
• Find your exhaust hood on the exterior of your home and use your hand to feel for air movement. If it’s less than a hair dryer on high speed, clean the lint from the entire length of the system and exhaust hood.

This should be done about every two years.  If you're still having issues with your dryer after cleaning the vent, don't hesitate to give us a call.  425 258-4557

Taken from Warners’ Stellian

May is Maytag Month!

If you were thinking of buying a Maytag appliance, now is the time to do it!  You can receive up to a 15% rebate on select kitchen appliances and up to an additional $250 rebate when you purchase select laundry appliances!  For more information click here or stop by any of our stores.