Maytag MER7765W[W] information from Consumer Reports

Maytag MER7765W[W]

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$551.65 - $679.50

Summary: This Maytag freestanding electric smoothtop range has the following:
• 4 surface elements
• Among surface elements, 2 high-powered elements.
• Expandable elements.
• Touchpads for setting oven temperature.

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Type: 30-inch Smoothtop models

About - Maytag MER7765W[W]
The Maytag MER7765W[W] is part of the kitchen range test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric range models like the MER7765W[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Cooktop high: This reflects how quickly the most powerful element could raise a 6-liter (6 1/3 quart) pot of water from room temperature to a near boil. Cooktop low: This reflects the ability of the lowest power element to melt and hold chocolate without scorching it. We also set the most powerful element to its lowest setting to test its ability to hold a large pot of tomato sauce below a boil. Baking: This reflects the evenness of cookies and cakes in multi-rack baking tests.

About - Maytag MER7765W[W]

The Maytag MER7765W[W] is part of the kitchen range test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric range models like the MER7765W[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Cooktop high:: This reflects how quickly the most powerful element could raise a 6-liter (6 1/3 quart) pot of water from room temperature to a near boil.
Cooktop low:: This reflects the ability of the lowest power element to melt and hold chocolate without scorching it. We also set the most powerful element to its lowest setting to test its ability to hold a large pot of tomato sauce below a boil.
Baking:: This reflects the evenness of cookies and cakes in multi-rack baking tests.

About This Brand
This midlevel, mass-market brand makes appliances priced between $500 and $2,000. Maytag, the first brand to introduce the double oven range in North America, offers a full line of dependable and durable cooking appliances such as built-in ovens, freestanding ovens (single or double), gas and electric cooktops, microwave/oven combinations, and downdraft hoods.
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About This Brand

This midlevel, mass-market brand makes appliances priced between $500 and $2,000. Maytag, the first brand to introduce the double oven range in North America, offers a full line of dependable and durable cooking appliances such as built-in ovens, freestanding ovens (single or double), gas and electric cooktops, microwave/oven combinations, and downdraft hoods.

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Features & Specs - Maytag MER7765W[W]
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
Convection mode Has a convection feature that uses a fan or two to circulate heated air, and sometimes an extra heating element. The convection mode can be turned off if you prefer conventional cooking. Convection mode	Yes
Double oven Double oven models have a second oven cavity. Most have a separate small oven above the main one complete with its own controls, door, window, oven light, slide-out rack, and self-clean function. While the upper oven offers easy access, the main oven is relatively low; you'll need to crouch to remove items from lower shelf positions. Other designs convert a single oven into two using a slide-in partition (though with a shared door.) Double oven	No
Cooking drawer Drawer below the main oven that can cook foods (up to a few inches high), as well as warm or heat serving bowls and plates. The cooking drawer has its own temperature control so can be set to cook a dish independent of the main oven. Foods must be lifted up out of the drawer (lacks a slide-out rack), and the drawer requires manual cleaning. Cooking drawer	No
Slide-in Slides between cabinets; unfinished exterior on the sides of the range. The edge of the cooktop overlaps the counter on each side and all controls are on front panel for a built-in look. Slide-in	No
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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Anonymous

from

Sierra Vista, Arizona

1.0

I will never buy from Maytag again!

12/1/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Heats Up Quickly

High-Powered Burners

Large Surface Area

Cons

Difficult To Clean

Imprecise Temp Control

Not proper temp for bakin

Unreliable Performance

Best Uses

Sauteing

Comment:

I have a Maytag range, model number MER8772 which was delivered 15 Dec. 2010. I made my first call for service 17 Jan. Since that time, I have been trying to get it to bake properly. I have had numerous service calls and although they have replaced the control panel (more than once), sensors (more than once), and the element,once it still underbakes and the cake usually falls. I have been educated by the Techs as to the cycling of the temps and the acceptable range but,apparently my baked goods don't get it. I still say that something is wrong. Because THEY can't find anything wrong, they will not replace this lemon. It appears that I have nothing better to do than report failures in baking and have been told that I just need to adjust my baking recipes to the stove!! Thanks for the opportunity to inform others.

Anonymous

from

Merritt Island, FL

3.0

Average stove

11/19/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Cons

Flat top scratches easily

Heats slowly

Best Uses

Baking

Comment:

This stove takes long to pre-heat. The flat top surface scratched easily. Good for the casual cook. Looks nice in the kitchen.

Anonymous

from

Minneapolis, MN

(7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Do not buy

6/20/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Cons

Heats slowly

Unreliable Performance

Best Uses

Baking

Smaller Kitchens

Comment:

Purchased a Maytag ceramic top with convection 2.5 ago. Electronics failure just beyond warranty was repaired no charge by Whirlpool (which purchased Maytag). The repairman had trouble ordering the correct part and took several visits to complete the repair. Repaired due to safety issue. Cost would have been $250. Now at 2.5 yrs again have another electronic failure. I am not willing to take another chance on this oven. It is time to move forward. The range looks good. The oven is pretty good. Other than that it is pretty poor for anyone who likes to cook. The range and oven take forever to warm and forever to cool. Pans must be completely level to work. Difficult to use a Wok. Anytime a pan heats over or anything gets on the bottom that becomes a major cleaning liability. Other than that, reliability and cost of repairs are the major issues. Any of my recent Maytag purchases have been disasters. Spend more or less and buy a better product.

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