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Kenmore 68102 Sanitize Type: Electric Width: 29" MSRP: $949 |
Drying Sanitize Capability |
Cycles 9/5 Cyc/Opt |
Drum No Stain Steel |
Capacity 7.6 Cu Ft |
Sensor Yes Dry |
Price $125 Per Cu Ft |
Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
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Dryer Pros and Cons | ||
Drying | Offers the capability to sanitize items that can't be easily washed such as pillows and stuffed animals. Reduces common household bacteria and allergens using a higher heat setting. | ✔ |
Cycles | Number of available cycles and options is about average for a new clothes dryer. Generally the more cycles and options you have to choose from, the better the chance of meeting your clothing care needs. | |
Drum | Drum material is comprised of adequate but less desirable materials such as steel, plastic, or porcelain. Stainless steel is more durable and less resistant to damage, odors, discoloring, or static build-up. | |
Capacity | The Kenmore 68102 capacity is 6% higher than average and ranks in the top 10% of new larger size dryers. Holds about 0.4 cu ft more laundry than the average new dryer. Laundry can be done less often. | ✔ |
Sensor | Uses a moisture sensor to measure the water content of clothing as it tumbles, and automatically shuts-off the cycle when dry. Prevents clothing from being damaged by overheating and saves on energy costs. | ✔ |
Price | Price per cubic foot is 17% lower than average and ranks in the top 25% of new clothes dryers for BEST affordability. Based on the MSRP, each cubic foot costs about $25 less than the average new dryer. | ✔ |
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Performance Ratings | ||
Temp Settings |
5 Settings - Provides an ample number of temperature settings to select from. It's important to match the heat level to the type of fabric being laundered; helps prevent damage and alleviate wrinkles. | ✔ |
Steam Cycle |
No Steam Cycles - Does not have the ability to generate steam and refresh lightly worn garments, or remove the wrinkles from clothing. About 60% of new dryers on the market now include a steam cycle. | |
Sanitize Cycle |
Sanitize Cycle - Sanitizes items with a high-temp cycle that kills many forms of household bacteria or allergens. Especially useful for stuffed animals, pillows, and other non-washable items. NSF Certified. | ✔ |
MSRP | $949 - Manufacturer's Price (MSRP) is 14% lower than average and ranks in the top 30% of new clothes dryers for BETTER overall price. You should also consider the Kenmore 68102 cost per cubic foot. | ✔ |
Warranty | Kenmore 1-Year Parts, 1-Year Labor - Industry standard warranty for clothes dryers. A few manufacturers offer a two-year warranty on parts, but dryer warranties are generally not as good as washers. | ✔ |
Convenience Ratings | ||
Stackable | Not Stackable - Cannot be stacked vertically with a companion washing machine to save space in your laundry room. Only an issue if you have a smaller laundry room without space for side-by-side models. | |
Reverse Door |
Reversible Door - The Kenmore 68102 dryer door is flexible and can be switched to open from right-to-left (with a washer sitting on the right side), or left-to-right (with a washer sitting on the left side). | ✔ |
Drum Light |
Drum Light - Includes an internal light that automatically switches on when the dryer door opens. Almost all new dryers come equipped with this nearly essential feature so you can see to unload your clothes. | ✔ |
Filter Indicator |
Filter Indicator - Provides a visual cue that the Kenmore 68102 lint filter needs to be cleaned. Helps you keep the dryer clean and ensure that the proper airflow is maintained. Most of us need to be reminded. | ✔ |
Dryer Rack |
No Dryer Rack - Does not include a dryer rack that allows tumble-free drying for items such as tennis shoes, ball caps, sweaters, or stuffed animals. Dryer racks can usually be purchased separately. | |
Venting | Must Be Vented - Over 95% of new dryer models must be vented to the outside of your home with a duct running from your dryer. A few ventless models are available if an outside duct is not practical. |
Control Ratings | ||
Display | LED Display - Just look at the dryer while you're working to see how much time is left before the clothes are finished. Includes a remaining cycle time display that provides time and sometimes program status. | ✔ |
Controls | Rotary-Electronic - Designed with a modern digital control system that makes cycle or option selection easy and convenient. About 85% of new dryers are now fitted with highly-functional electronic controls. | ✔ |
Delay Start |
No Delay Start - Can't be programmed to start at a later time. About 25% of new dryers have the convenience of drying the laundry at a time that best fits your schedule. More important for washers than dryers. | |
Custom Cycle |
No Custom Cycle - Like most new dryers, you cannot program a custom cycle with temperature settings and options that you use the most. Convenient capability that's only available on about 30% of new dryers. | |
Phone Diagnosis |
No Phone Diagnostics - You can't connect to the manufacturer's repair center and have dryer problems directly diagnosed over the phone. About 20% of new dryers have some type of phone connectivity. | |
Smart Grid |
Not Smart-Grid Capable - Cannot be hooked into the present or future local utility smart-grid and programmed to operate when utility rates are lower. Most new dryers are still not smart-grid capable. |
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