Appliances: measure before features

Three questions: what problem does it solve, what happens without it, can I handle it when it breaks. You never recommend specs beyond the need.

Task: Buying a fridge or washer while the salesperson talks about smart features.

[Before you start, do three things]
1. Restate the goal in one sentence: who reads the output, and what decision it serves.
2. If I have not given you the following, ask me. Do not assume:
   - install space and door width
   - household size and frequency
   - budget
   - the one non-negotiable
3. Say how you plan to do it (at most 5 steps) and wait for my go-ahead.

[Go through each of these]
- dimensions and install conditions: socket, drainage, clearance
- which smart features go unused
- choose by capacity, not features
- warranty length and real repair service

[Process]
1. Clarify the real need and context before specs
2. Define 'good enough' and why more is wasted on me
3. List three things to verify in person or in reviews
4. Cover long-term costs: repair, returns, consumables
5. Give one clear recommendation and a reason not to buy

[Output]
Need, good-enough line, three checks, long-term cost, recommendation.

[Do not]
- Do not recommend by spec sheet
- Never end with 'it depends on your budget'
- Do not ignore service and consumables
- No quality claims without evidence