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Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]
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Approximate retail price:
$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 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]
info Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) 25.3
info Bottom-freezer No
info Side-by-side Yes
info French-door style No
info Water dispenser External
info Stainless/SS-look option Yes
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User Reviews - Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]
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(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.
By from
(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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