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Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]

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$7200

Summary: This 42-inch-wide Jenn-Air built-in side-by-side has through-the-door ice and water dispensers, an ice bin on the freezer door (for easy access and removal), and a door-open alarm. The model is available in stainless steel. It is not Energy Star qualified.

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About - Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]
The Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS] is part of the refrigerator test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, built in refrigerator models like the JS42PPDUDB[SS] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Temperature performance: This combines results of tests measuring the accuracy of initial temperature settings along with how well a model 1) kept optimum temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer at the same time; 2) kept temperatures even throughout each compartment; 3) kept temperatures constant despite changes in room temperatures; and 4) maintained set temperatures even with very high room temperatures. Energy efficiency: This reflects electricity consumption (based on our tests) per cubic foot of measured usable storage space. For example, two refrigerators with the same energy cost per year may have different energy efficiencies -- the unit with more storage space being more efficient. Noise: Noise level was measured when the compressor started up and during steady running. Subjective judgments by a panel of listeners supplemented our noise-meter readings.

About - Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]

The Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS] is part of the refrigerator test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, built in refrigerator models like the JS42PPDUDB[SS] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Temperature performance:: This combines results of tests measuring the accuracy of initial temperature settings along with how well a model 1) kept optimum temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer at the same time; 2) kept temperatures even throughout each compartment; 3) kept temperatures constant despite changes in room temperatures; and 4) maintained set temperatures even with very high room temperatures.
Energy efficiency:: This reflects electricity consumption (based on our tests) per cubic foot of measured usable storage space. For example, two refrigerators with the same energy cost per year may have different energy efficiencies -- the unit with more storage space being more efficient.
Noise:: Noise level was measured when the compressor started up and during steady running. Subjective judgments by a panel of listeners supplemented our noise-meter readings.

About This Brand
This brand, part of Whirlpool, is positioned for the cooking enthusiast. It is considered a high-end brand, and its appliances offer a slightly softer look than other pro-style models.

About This Brand

This brand, part of Whirlpool, is positioned for the cooking enthusiast. It is considered a high-end brand, and its appliances offer a slightly softer look than other pro-style models.

Features & Specs - Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]
Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) Claimed capacity is the manufacturer's estimate of the volume, in cubic feet, of interior space. Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)	25.3
Bottom-freezer These put frequently used items at eye level. Fairly wide refrigerator shelves provide easy access. Though you must bend to locate items in the freezer, even with models featuring a pull-out basket, you will probably do less bending overall because the refrigeration compartment is at eye level. Bottom-freezer	No
Side-by-side Part of both the main compartment and the freezer are at eye level, where it's easy to reach. Side-by-sides are the most fully featured with through-the-door ice and water dispensers, temperature-controlled bins, and rapid ice-making cycles among the most requested. Narrow doors are handy in tight spaces. High, narrow compartments make finding stray items easy in front (harder in the back), but they may not hold items such as a sheet cake or a large turkey. Compared with top- and bottom-freezer models, a higher proportion of capacity goes to freezer space. They're much more expensive than similar-sized top-freezer models and are less space- and energy-efficient. Side-by-side	Yes
French-door style French door models are bottom-freezer refrigerators whose upper compartments have two narrow doors that open similarly to the doors of a side-by-side refrigerator. These narrower doors use less space in front of the refrigerator when opened, and allow access to either or both sides of the full-width fresh-food compartment. Typically more expensive, French-door models are usually 36 inches wide, though some newer models are 33 inches wide. French-door style	No
Water dispenser On side-by-side models, the water dispenser is normally accessible from the outside as part of the ice and water dispenser. On bottom-freezer models, the water dispenser is normally located in the fresh food compartment. Water dispenser	External
Stainless/SS-look option Stainless steel is stylish but it shows fingerprints. Another option: a vinyl-covered metal finish that gives you a stainless-steel look but resists smudging. Stainless/SS-look option	Yes
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Anonymous

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Tucson, AZ

(6 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

WARNING! Bad Choice 4 End-of-Cabinet Run

3/9/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Customizable Shelving

Easy Access

Energy Efficient

Quiet

Space For Tall Items

Cons

NO TRIM PANELS

Best Uses

Large Kitchens

Comment:

Unbelievable! Nowhere in any of the on-line sites peddling this unit did anyone mention that Jenn-Air does not offer trim panels. Be prepared to spend a few hundred dollars and a few hours of your time extra to get a custom panel shop to make you an end-of-cabinet run trim panel.<br /><br />BTW: Had I known this I would not have purchased Jenn-Air.

Anonymous

from

St. Louis, MO

(37 of 37 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Loving it so far!

1/9/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Customizable Shelving

Easy Access

Holds Temperature Well

Quiet

Space For Tall Items

Cons

Best Uses

Big Families

Large Kitchens

Comment:

We've been thrilled with this appliance to date. Initially had reservations about a side-by-side, but the 42-inch holds a great deal of food on both sides. It is a beautiful appliance as well. We've had no problems with reliability or performance thus far. We purchased this model solely on the ratings of CR when we were shopping for this appliance. Glad that we did not go with the french door style (of any brand) as we had originally planned to do - too much cubic feet sacrificed with the french door design.

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