Why Is My Dryer Not Getting Hot? Causes and Solutions

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You’ve been doing your laundry and suddenly realize that your clothes are still wet after being in the dryer for more than an hour. You touch the clothes only to realize that the dryer isn’t getting hot, leaving you with damp laundry. This can be frustrating, and you may even worry that you’ll need to call a maintenance specialist to … Read More

Amana Washer Stuck on Sensing Fill? Here’s What to Do

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The “Sensing Fill” light indicates that your Amana washer is automatically sensing the size of the load, so it knows how much water to let into the machine. If water doesn’t start flowing, something is wrong with your washer that must be fixed. However, there is no need to get alarmed; the issue is not uncommon and often has straightforward … Read More

How to test your home’s water pressure

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Testing your home water pressure is a quick and simple task. All you really need is a water pressure gauge and a spigot to screw it onto. Here I’m simply utilizing a utility sink. These water pressure gauges can be found at just about any hardware store and usually cost less than 20. As I turn the water on, you … Read More

Removing & installing an over-the-range microwave with one technician

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The first order of business when servicing an over-the-range microwave is to protect the range at all costs. Here, I’m placing a shipping blanket over the top of the range to protect it, and this should always be done with the breaker to the range turned off. In the instance that one of the burner knobs is accidentally turned on, … Read More

Removing a seized blower wheel & replacing a motor on a dryer

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How to remove a seized blower wheel with motor replacement.Well, I hate to say it, but first, we got to begin by tearing it down and getting to the blower wheel. Begin by removing the lint screen and the two screws that are located below it. Most commonly, these screws are a number two Phillips. Next, we’re going to go … Read More

How to test a microwave transformer

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Please be sure that the microwave is unplugged before testing the transformer. You must also properly discharge the capacitor after the unit has been unplugged. Please reference our video on discharging the capacitor. So here’s our microwave transformer, and this is responsible for driving the high voltage side of your microwave. And we have three different windings in here. We … Read More

How to Reset a Whirlpool Ice Maker

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One of the best parts about a Whirlpool refrigerator has to be the ice maker. Everyone who has one quickly gets used to having easy access to large quantities of ice – and without having to fill up the trays yourself! So if your ice maker stops working, it’s natural to be dismayed!  Don’t panic and call in a repair … Read More

LG Refrigerator Not Cooling simple stuff that could be causing the issue

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This guide covers repairs for most LG refrigerator models, such as: Troubleshooting Your LG Refrigerator That Doesn’t Cool  It can be frustrating and stressful if you’re experiencing issues with your LG refrigerator not cooling. However, before calling a technician, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take to potentially fix the problem yourself.  The first step is to check … Read More

Appliance Industry 2023 Q2 Results

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Take a look at the following info from Whirlpool, Electrolux, Samsung, LG, and Haier/GE to see how each performed in the last quarter.Q2StatementQ2AnalysisQ2StatementQ2AnalysisQ2StatementQ2AnalysisQ2StatementQ2AnalysisQ2Statement