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Re:My dishwasher won’t start until I let it update its firmw... by josho on Monday January 31, 2022 @10:33AM (#30149061)
To your point any efficiency gained by a newer model is lost by the increased replacement cost and energy to produce a new unit every 7-10 years.
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Re:My dishwasher won’t start until I let it update its firmw... by EricE on Monday January 31, 2022 @11:54AM (#30150184)
7-10 is pretty optimistic for most new stuff. Which is why I prioritize brands like Whirlpool that are repair friendly. Service manuals are readily available (often included inside the appliance!) and parts are readily available and cheap too. Brands like Bosch and Meile? Good luck - at least here in the US parts are a nightmare.
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