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Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ]

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$742.65

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Type: 30-inch Smoothtop models

About - Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ]
The Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ] is an electric range available from Whirlpool. The WFE381LV[ ] typically costs $742.65. Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on electric range models like the WFE381LV[ ]. High-power elements: The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 2,000 watts. On a smoothtop range, often one or more of the high-power elements is a dual element; you can choose the large element or a smaller element within the larger one for small pots. Medium-power elements: The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 1,500 watts but not more than 2,000 watts. Low-power elements: The number of surface cooking elements rated from 1,200 to 1,500 watts not including warming-only elements, or those contained within larger expandable elements.

About - Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ]

The Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ] is an electric range available from Whirlpool. The WFE381LV[ ] typically costs $742.65.

Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on electric range models like the WFE381LV[ ].

High-power elements:: The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 2,000 watts. On a smoothtop range, often one or more of the high-power elements is a dual element; you can choose the large element or a smaller element within the larger one for small pots.
Medium-power elements:: The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 1,500 watts but not more than 2,000 watts.
Low-power elements:: The number of surface cooking elements rated from 1,200 to 1,500 watts not including warming-only elements, or those contained within larger expandable elements.

About This Brand
This midlevel, mass-market brand sells appliances priced between $500 and $1,500. Whirlpool’s freestanding ranges offer features such as hidden bake elements, power burners, and convection technology. Whirlpool introduced a range designed specifically for the Hispanic consumer in 2006 and features English and Spanish controls, as well as a comal for heating tortillas.
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About This Brand

This midlevel, mass-market brand sells appliances priced between $500 and $1,500. Whirlpool’s freestanding ranges offer features such as hidden bake elements, power burners, and convection technology. Whirlpool introduced a range designed specifically for the Hispanic consumer in 2006 and features English and Spanish controls, as well as a comal for heating tortillas.

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Features & Specs - Whirlpool WFE381LV[ ]
High-power elements The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 2,000 watts. On a smoothtop range, often one or more of the high-power elements is a dual element; you can choose the large element or a smaller element within the larger one for small pots. High-power elements	2
Medium-power elements The number of surface cooking elements rated at over 1,500 watts but not more than 2,000 watts. Medium-power elements	0
Low-power elements The number of surface cooking elements rated from 1,200 to 1,500 watts not including warming-only elements, or those contained within larger expandable elements. Low-power elements	2
Stainless steel available Many new mainstream ranges come with stainless steel trim or offer a stainless-trim version for an additional $200 or so. Stainless steel available	Yes
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Ranger Rick

from

Toronto Canada

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Wondering if we made a mistake...

1/7/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

High-Powered Burners

Cons

Problematic

Best Uses

Smaller Kitchens

Comment:

We just bought the unit only 1 month ago and have rarely used it. Within that time the unit has twice locked up beeping at us and displaying an error code F2EO - when I checked on the internet it stated it resulted from a shorted-out keypad, which needed to be replaced. Called up Whirlpool and was on hold for 40 mins. They wouldn't come to fix unit until I try keypad fixes, when it goes next time. Not good. Seller willing to replace with same unit, new again. Ok - but if it craps out again, buying something else!

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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