Safety

The kitchen is often considered the most important room in the home. It is where we store, prepare and create foods that our families can enjoy. So, to make this process as straightforward and easy as possible, you need to ensure that you have access to the best kitchen equipment and an induction cooktop should play a big role. Induction cooktops use magnetic induction rather than the direct thermal heat transfer used by traditional cooktops. The magnetic field heats the cooking vessel directly and can offer impressive heat capability. So, here we’ll explore everything you need to know about induction cooktops to help you make your purchase decision. The Advantages of Induction Induction offers some impressive advantages that make these types of cooktop an excellent choice for busy, family homes. This includes: Greater efficiency: Induction is one of the most efficient types of cooking equipment on the market. Little or no heat is wasted when cooking, so the units are as much as 70% more efficient compared to standard cooking methods. This adds up to some serious energy savings. Increased Safety: Every keen cook has experienced a burn or two when preparing a meal, but this risk is reduced when you have an induction cooker. Most of the cooktop remains cool, as only the cooking vessel is heated. This means that it is far safer, particularly if you have small children in your kitchen, as there is less chance of little fingers being burned. This also makes cleaning your cooktop

BSH Home Appliances has expanded its recall of dishwashers due to fire hazard. This recall expansion is the result of faulty power cords in a number of Gaggenau, Jenn-Air, Thermador and Bosch dishwashers. These defective power cords create incredibly hazardous conditions, as they are prone to overheating and creating fires. No injuries due to this power cord defect have been reported, though BHS Home Appliances has reported five instances of power cords overheating, causing property damage and fires. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the latest recall covers approximately 408,000 units, in addition to approximately 149,000 units that were recalled back in October 2015. Home improvement stores, authorized builder distributers, department stores and appliance/specialty retailers sold the recalled dishwashers nationwide and online from January 2013 through May 2015. A comprehensive list of model and serial numbers for affected units can be found on the CPSC’s official website. These numbers are printed inside your dishwasher, either on the side or top of the inner door panel depending on the unit. If you have a recalled dishwasher in your home, you should immediately stop using the unit and contact either BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair or Universal Appliance Repair. You can reach the BSH Home Appliance toll-free at 888-965-5813 from 8am to 8pm ET Monday through Sunday, or contact the company online through the brand websites listed below: Thermador: Visit thermador.com and click on “Customer Care,” then “Safety Notices” Gaggenau: Visit gaggenau.com/us and click on “Support,”

Please travel safely.We're glad to be warm and cozy here in California with a warm weather forecast ahead for this holiday season. However, many friends and customers are traveling to and from the Midwest and East, where the weather is turning nasty.Please travel carefully. Be cautious, and be patient. Have a joyous holiday and return to us safe and sound.Your friends at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.  

Robern Products at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) carries the full selection of Robern products for the bathroom in their Calabasas and Studio City showrooms. UAKC has a fully-stocked and attractive plumbing fixture department in each location. Here are a few examples from the Robern collection with descriptions by Robern:CabinetsWith exceptional design and unmatched functionality, M Series transforms your daily routine into moments of beauty. These modular cabinets let you customize your styling space with adjustable accessory trays and magnetic storage area as well as upgrade features including interior electrical and USB outlets, gentle nighttime illumination, and a mirror defogger.High-Tech and Hidden: Robern Introduces TViD --A Mirrored Bath Cabinet with a TV in the Door.With its clean aesthetic and smart design, M Series with TViD makes connectivity in the bathroom a convenient part of the daily routineLightingM Series Reflexion Frosted glass and warm, fluorescent light make a striking statement of taste. Integrates seamlessly with the smart, minimal design of M Series cabinets. Opaque front panels cast light sideways to facilitate.MirrorsReflexion Full Function bathroom mirror with task lights and integrated defogger is perfect for the bathroom. Perfectly positioned task lights for an evenly distributed warm glow. Built-in defogger to keep the mirror from steaming up. A sleek, stylish mirror that coordinates well with the M Series medicine cabinets.VanitiesAmple space and artful organizational solutions for items large and small. The

Preventing and Putting Out Fires in the Kitchen Your friends at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) want you to enjoy all your kitchen appliances - safely. By far the most likely cause of a fire in the kitchen is from cooking. Flare ups, grease fires, accidental spills, clothing, and flammable material catching fire are all possible reasons for cooking fires. Here are some tips that will help you prevent cooking fires from occurring, followed by some tips that will help you put out a fire in your kitchen. Fire Prevention 1. Check to make sure that you have an operating smoke detector in your kitchen. Change the battery annually as a matter of habit. 2. Stay in the kitchen while cooking. It may not be feasible to be in the kitchen for the entire time while your 21 pound turkey is cooking, but you shouldd to make it a practice not to leave the room while there is an open flame on your gas cooktop. 3. Whenever you step away from your cooktop, turn the pan handle away from the front of the cooktop. Brushing up against a handle can cause a pan to tip over resulting in a nasty burn. 4. Keep the cooktop surface and hood vent filters clean. Fires can easily occur where there is a buildup of grease. 5. Beware of loose fitting clothes near the flame. Also, dish towels, hot pads, and other cloth items are dangers near the cooktop. Keep lids on cooking