Sounds like it paid off for you and that's good. However, I never get the extended warranty. In my experience, appliances especially almost last forever or, at least until I'm ready for a new one. It's a gamble really. I guess yours is an example as to why it's good.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
