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Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS]

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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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
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
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
Energy star Refrigerators manufactured after April 28, 2008, earning this designation must be at least 20 percent more energy efficient than the minimum federal standard. Energy star	No
Door style While most fridges have a flat, textured "skin," some have a smooth, curved surface that can't accept custom panels. Door style	Flat front/does not accept panel

Features
Uniquely adjustable shelves Shelves that can be moved up and down without removing food. An example is a shelf that adjusts by rotating a crank handle. Uniquely adjustable shelves	No
Pullout shelves/bins These let you reach items in the back more easily. Some refrigerators have these features in both the freezer and main compartment. Pullout shelves/bins	Freezer only
Half or split shelves Half shelves, typically found on top-freezer or bottom-freezer models, can be set at the same height to provide a full-width shelf or can be set to different heights to improve storing flexibility. Split shelves, found on some side-by-sides, allow one side either to fold under the back half, fold up and out of the way, or move right to left. This leaves extra headroom for tall items. Half or split shelves	No
Gallon storage on door Door shelf can accommodate a standard one-gallon plastic milk container and makes for easier access to beverages. Gallon storage on door	Yes
Temperature-controlled meat/deli bin Keeps meat, fish, and cold cuts at around 32 degrees--several degrees colder than the rest of the fridge with a separate control. This feature generally does what it's supposed to, unless the thermostat in the main compartment is set too high. Temperature-controlled meat/deli bin	Yes
Icemaker Typically makes 3 to 4 pounds of ice a day--but according to our repair data, an icemaker may also add reliability problems. Some higher-end models have a feature to speed ice-making, which produces as much as twice the amount in the same time. Icemaker	Yes
Ice dispenser Through-the-door ice dispensers usually offer cubed or crushed ice, but add to the price--and according to our repair data, may also add reliability problems. They are available on side-by-side and some French-door built-in models. Ice dispenser	Yes
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
Built-in water filter A water filter, included with many icemakers, is intended to reduce levels of lead, chlorine, and other impurities. A filter usually adds to the cost of the refrigerator, so have your tap water tested to see if you really need one. Change about every six months; filter-cartridge-replacement costs range from $30 to $40, plus shipping. Built-in water filter	Yes
Touchpad controls In some models, you can use an electronic touchpad to adjust the temperature settings. In some higher-end models, the display will show the actual temperature. Touchpad controls	Yes
Spill guard on shelves Raised border on glass sealed shelves prevents liquids from traveling. Spill guard on shelves	Yes
Freezer light Available on most models. Freezer light	Yes
Child lock-out for dispenser This feature, usually a button or switch, allows you to disable the ice and water dispensers. The icemaker continues to work while the dispensers are disabled. Child lock-out for dispenser	Yes
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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