Travis Jordan wrote:

Al wrote:
What's your recommendation on service policies on such units?

Don't buy them. They are designed to make money for the store.Also
check

Also check that it is a service contract, not an extended guarantee.
Service contracts cover everything (or at least they should) but the
guarantees exclude normal wear and tear

David - who would find a local trusted repairer if he was going to pay
for a service contract