"Irene Au" > wrote in message
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> As I have researched various pro-style gas and duel fuel ranges I am
> circling in on purchasing a DCS range. I understand that DCS was
> recently purchased by Fisher-Paykel, and that Jenn-Air and GE Monogram
> ranges are made by DCS. Some questions:
>
> (1) What are the key differences between DCS, Jenn-Air, and the GE
> Monogram pro-style ranges, if they are all made by DCS?
>
> (2) Does anyone know if Jenn-Air and GE Monogram will continue to be
> made by DCS after the acquisition by Fisher-Paykel?
>
> (3) Part of what makes DCS appealing is that it offers a nice low
> simmer without having to use a simmer plate like Dacor or the on-off
> technique Thermador uses. Do Jenn-Air and GE Monogram ranges have the
> same qualities as the DCS ranges?

We have a 48" DCS w/ six burners and the grill. The igniter on the grill
about a $125. I'm getting ready to install the third one in as many years.
The first replacement was under warranty the second I installed myself. It
has now died and since winter is upon us I guess I'll be doing it again
soon.

The service from DCS is virtually nonexistent. Calling in or emails are
wastes of time. Maybe be being purchased will help in this regard.

I have personally talked about a dozen people out of DCS's. Everyone I know
w/ a Blue Star is very happy. I could not recommend the DCS from either a
quality or service stand point.