Benton Harbor-based Whirlpool Corp. said Monday that it had launched an easy-to-use rebate finder tool on three of its brand Web sites -- Whirlpool, Maytag and KitchenAid.
As a manufacturer and marketer of more than 300 Energy Star-qualified major appliances in the United States and Canada, Whirlpool created the tool to help consumers navigate and make the most of the "Cash for Appliances" rebate program.

By entering a local zip code and appliance type, the online tool instantly informs the consumer of the amount of applicable state rebates through the federal program. While rebate terms and eligible products vary greatly, many states offer generous rebates for qualified washers, dishwashers and refrigerators. Additionally, the rebate finder will provide information on rebates from a consumer's local utility company if available.

"Cash for Appliances" is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, a Department of Energy program providing nearly $300 million to fund state-run rebate programs for consumer purchases of new Energy Star-qualified appliances.

"The 'Cash for Appliances' program is a great incentive for consumers to purchase new, energy-efficient appliances and retire their energy draining older appliances," said Warwick Stirling, Whirlpool global director of energy and sustainability. "The rebate on the purchase of a new Energy Star-qualified appliance is just the beginning of the savings. Ultimately, it's an investment that will provide monthly savings on utility bills and benefit the environment through reduced energy and water use."

Whirlpool brand leads the industry with the Resource Saver refrigerator, the most energy efficient side-by-side ever. It exceeds federal energy standards by 30 percent and consumes less energy annually than a 60-watt light bulb under continuous operation. According to the Energy Star program, by replacing any refrigerator made before 1993 with a new Energy Star-qualified model, consumers can save up to $65 per year in operating costs.

Energy Star-qualified washers are leaders in energy and water savings. Replacing a traditional top-load washer made before 2000 with a new Energy Star model can save consumers up to $135 per year according to the DOE. Whirlpool Corporation offers both front- and top-load high-efficiency washers. The Whirlpool brand Duet front-load washer (model WFW9700V) uses 74 percent less water and 80 less energy saving up to $1,000 in lifetime water and energy costs. The Maytag Bravos top-load washer can save the consumer up to $900 in lifetime water and energy costs.

Whirlpool has been an Energy Star partner since 1998, most recently earning the Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award four in years in a row (2006-2009). This award is the most prestigious by the Energy Star program and given only to select organizations that have exhibited outstanding, ongoing leadership in their industries.

Visit http://www.whirlpool.com, www.maytag.com or www.kitchenaid.com for more information. For detailed state-by-state information, visit the federal Web site at www.energysavers.gov and click on "state appliance rebate program."

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Whirlpool Replacement Ice Maker is a replacement ice maker to replace factory installed ice makers in a wide-range of Whirlpool and Roper, Kitchenaid, Amana, and most Kenmore refrigerators.

Item model number: RIM943
ASIN: B00067YLK2

Whirlpool 4317943 replaces Whirlpool part numbers 4211173 and 978556. Compatible with the following models:

• ED25DQXAN00
• 2ET18GMXJW00
• 2ET18GMXJW01
• 2ET18NMXJW00
• 2ET18NMXJW

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Whirlpool Refrigerator Part - Compressor Start Device Kit for Side-by-Side Refrigerators 8201799

Genuine Whirlpool FSP Compressor Start Kit for use on 20, 22, 25, and 27 Cubic foot Side-by-Side Refrigerators
INCLUDES:

• Instruction Sheet
• PTC Start Device
• 2 Overloads
• Wire Jumper
• Terminal Cover
• Electrical Cover

The following tools are needed for installation 1/4" Nut Driver Standard Screwdriver
Whirlpool FSP Part Number: 8201799

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Whirlpool Ice & Water Filter - Ice & water filter. This is manufacturer part 8171413. This filter fits all Whirlpool and KitchenAid water filtration system refrigerators manufactured with the water filter system built inside the refrigerator.

Whirlpool 8171413, WF-1, NL200, KDW5 & Kenmore 9002 Ice and Water Filter

Interior Ice and Water Filter fits side-by-side Whirlpool refrigerator models

• ED22TEXH,
• ED25TEXH,
• ED22PEXH,
• ED25PEXH,
• TS22AEXH, and
• TS25AEXH with filter access inside the refrigerator.

Replacement cartridge for the WFI-NL200 system. This replaces the old filter, number 2204326, that may be listed in your Use and Care Guide.

or best results, replace every 6 months.

Replaces Sears Part numbers 46-9002, 9002

Original Part Number: 8171413

Labels: Refrigerator parts, whirlpool parts

There is a ton of news these days on how Michigan is struggling - but we saw a ray of hope in this press release that Whirlpool, a major appliance manufacturer recently released:

Whirlpool Corporation Ranks Among Fortune's 'Most Admired Companies' in
the Electronics Industry

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., March 12, 2009 ( http://www.michiganpr.net/ )

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) has been named one of FORTUNE magazine's "Most Admired Companies" in the electronics industry. Whirlpool ranked sixth overall in the electronics industry and saw its industry rank rise from 11 the previous year.

The company's highest scores in the survey came in the Use of Corporate Assets, Corporate Social Responsibility and Quality of Management categories.

The rankings, which are published every year, reflect the observations and opinions of appliance and electronic executives who rate their peers and rivals on nine attributes: innovation, people management, use of corporate assets, corporate social responsibility, quality of management, long-term investment value, financial soundness, and quality of products and services, and global competitiveness. The voting took place in late 2008.

About Whirlpool Corporation
In addition to being included in FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" list, Whirlpool recently was named one of the "100 Best Corporate Citizens" by Chief Responsibility Officer magazine, one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" by Ethisphere magazine, one of the "Top 50 Most Respected U.S. Companies" by the Reputation Institute and one of the "Best Places to Launch a Career" by BusinessWeek.

Additionally, the company's Whirlpool brand was named one of the 10 top greenest brands by U.S. consumers, according to a BrandWeek magazine survey. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, 70,000 employees, and 69 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. Additional information about the company can be
found at http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com.
SOURCE Whirlpool Corporation

http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com/

Whirlpool's headquarters in in Benton Harbor Michigan, which is on the west side of the state. The automotive headquarters are all on the east side of the state near Detroit. Nonetheless, Whirlpool seems to be surviving amidst a state crisis.

Labels: Michigan, whirlpool parts