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RETAILOBSERVER.COM MAY 2014 20 Specialty cooking and preparation modes include a Proofing mode that shortens proofing times for homemade breads and other yeast dough recipes; a Steam Defrost mode that incorporates steam for gentle, consistent defrosting of foods without hotspots; a Sous Vide Reheat mode that provides the steady, low temperatures required to reheat frozen sous-vide food to desired serving temperature; and a Yogurt mode that makes it more convenient to make homemade yogurt by providing the proper temperature for culturing milk. Other convenient features include a Recently-Used option that automatically compiles a list of 10 of the most recently used functions so they can be quickly accessed. For easy maintenance a Steam Cleaning option makes it easy to wipe down the oven's stainless steel interior. It includes a roasting rack, baking/drip tray, steam tray, and a temperature probe to help ensure that recipes are cooked to desired temperatures and doneness. With a 1.3 Cu. Ft. capacity and easily accessible 1.5 liter water container, the oven can accommodate everything from side dishes to entrees. Adding to a collection of more than 50 new Jenn-Air brand SKUs launching this year, the steam oven is now available in Euro-Style stainless with an elegantly curved stainless steel handle. The oven includes trim kits for seamless installation with a Jenn-Air ® 27" or 30" wall oven. . To learn more about the Jenn-Air ® appliance collection, or speak with a member of the concierge team, please visit jennair.com, twitter.com/jennairusa or facebook.com/jennair. LG INTRODUCES MEGA CAPACITY FRONT AND TOP LOADER WASHER-DRYERS WITH TURBOWASH™ Faster, bigger and smarter, LG's latest washers offer innovative TurboWash™ and heat pump technologies with the convenience of NFC LG Electronics unveiled its latest front loading and top loading washer-dryer pairs at the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The comprehensive range of convenience- enhancing products also includes the 29-inch front loader washer with TurboWash™ (model WM8000HVA) which was named an Honoree in this year's CES Innovation Awards for its high-efficiency washing performance. In addition to the eco-friendly WM8000HVA, LG showcased 29-inch front loading washer-dryers with NFC technology and the 27-inch front loader washer-dryer models featuring proprietary Heat Pump technology. Visitors to CES 2014 saw the 27-inch top loading washer-dryer pairs with TurboWash™ and smart washer-dryer units that work with LG's HomeChat™ natural language technology. "LG is dedicated to designing the most efficient technologies possible in an effort to protect our planet and offer greater value to customers," said Seong-jin Jo, president and CEO of the LG Electronics Home Appliance Company. "As the number one selling front loading washing machine brand in the United States for six consecutive years, LG will continue to put consumers and the environment first." [1] LG's smart washer-dryer pair (models WT6001HVA and DLGX6002V) were on display in the Smart Home Zone. With HomeChat, a new natural language messaging innovation for LG smart products, users can start a load of laundry, monitor the status of their washer, download new cycles and receive push alerts via smartphone or LG Smart TV. LG'S ECO-FRIENDLY FRONT LOADING WASHER Highlighting LG's ongoing eco-friendly efforts, the company's 29-inch front loading washing machine earned the U.S. Environ- mental Protection Agency's 2013 ENERGY STAR ® Most Efficient rating. LG's WM8000HVA is also very efficient when it comes to water usage [2] The Allergiene™ Cycle harnesses the power of steam to gently remove allergens from clothing. Ideal for even the most delicate of fabrics, Allergiene™ is certified effective by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Boasting a huge capacity of 5.2 cu.ft., washing king-sized comforters and full sets of bedding in a single load is no challenge. Without compromising cleaning performance, the company's revolu- tionary TurboWash™ technology, can save 20 I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] continued on page 24

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