Refrigerator |
Stove |
Dishwasher |
Washer |
Dryer |
Disposal |
Freezer |
Microwave
REFRIGERATOR REPAIR TIPS
If your refrigerator is not running or is not cold enough...
1. Turn the thermostat up to the next highest
setting. If it comes on, let it run for 24 hours and check
temperature to confirm it is working properly.
2. Clear/remove anything blocking the air flow
around the outside of the refrigerator (on top, underneath,
behind, beside, in front of, etc.). Allow 3" of clearance all
the way around.
3. If there are condenser coils on the rear of
the box, make sure the box is several inches from the wall and
that nothing is on top at the rear, blocking the heat from
coming off the coils.
4. If the condenser coils are underneath the
refrigerator, clean the coils with a vacuum cleaner thoroughly
at least twice a year.
If the door is sticking or not closing properly...
1. Wipe off the face of the gasket with a wet
rag and make sure the interior shelves, drawers and food are not
preventing the door from closing from the inside.
STOVE REPAIR TIPS
Electric - If your burners are not heating...
1. Make sure they are sitting straight in their
proper positions.
Electric - If your oven is not heating...
1. Make sure the clock is set on manual cycle
and not the automatic time bake cycle.
Gas - If the top burners are not lighting...
1. Wipe off the burner with a hot, damp rag and
then dry completely.
Gas - If your oven is not heating...
1. Make sure the clock is set on the manual and
not the automatic cycle.
2. Raise up the top and keep the area clean and
free of grease build-up.
DISHWASHER REPAIR
TIPS
If the dishes are not getting clean...
1. Make sure the water is hot enough. It should
be at least 140 degrees, which is hot enough to burn you - VERY
HOT! If it is not hot enough, turn the hot water Heater
thermostat up to a higher setting.
2. Make sure the lower spray arm is
unobstructed and turning freely.
3. Make sure the bottom inside the dishwasher
is clean and free of debris.
4. Make sure you are following the proper
loading procedures. Use the proper amount of detergent and make
sure the detergent is fresh (check expiration or "best if used
by" date.
If the door isn't closing...
1. Make sure the latch assembly is unrestricted
and latching properly. Make sure nothing is blocking the door
from opening and closing properly.
If the unit is leaking...
1. Make sure you are following the proper
loading procedures, including proper type and amounts of
detergents. Run the unit through cycle while empty - if it
doesn't leak, it's probably a loading problem.
2. Make sure the racks are positioned properly.
3. Make sure the door is unrestricted around
the opening.
Tech Tip - If the
inside of your dishwasher is begriming to brown and form mineral
stains, put Limeaway (available at your grocery store) or Tang
Citrus Drink into the tank draining the wash cycle. The citric
acid from these products will remove the mineral buildup and
restore the finish.
Tech Tip - If
your dishwasher is developing a film on the inside, put 6-7
drops of good-quality, name brand regular liquid detergent (for
hand washing dishes) in the bottom and put the machine through a
regular cycle. This procedure will wash away soap scum, mineral
deposits and grit. It will also allow the machine to work
better. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not put more than 6-7 drops of liquid
detergent. Be proactive, prevent potential floods!
WASHER REPAIR TIPS
If machine is dead...
1. Make sure the lid is closed properly.
2. Make sure the timer and all of the controls
are set properly.
3. Make sure both water faucets are turned on.
Tech Tip - Follow
the proper loading procedure and machine operation.
Tech Tip - Never
overload the machine.
DRYER REPAIR TIPS
If the clothes are not getting dry...
1. Make sure the dryer is not pushed back
against the rear exhaust duct causing an air flow restriction.
2. Make sure the clothes are coming out of the
washer spun damp dry. If the washer is not spinning the clothes
damp dry, the dryer will not dry the clothes in a normal amount
of time.
Tech Tip - Follow
the proper loading procedure and machine operation.
Tech Tip - Never
overload the dryer.
DISPOSAL REPAIR TIPS
If the unit jams/hums...
1. Turn the unit off. After turning the unit
off, remove anything that has fallen into the grinding chamber.
2. Turn the unit off. After turning the unit
off, insert an "un jamming" tool into the bottom and turn
clockwise. Once the tool turns freely, remove whatever was
causing the jam.
3. If the unit is dead, press the red reset
button located on the bottom of the disposal - if the unit
begins to hum and the reset trips again, it is still jammed.
Repeat step #2 and #3.
Tech Tip - Always
run water in the sink when you operate the unit.
FREEZER REPAIR TIPS
If the unit is not self-defrosting and the temperatures
begin to rise...
1. Check the frost buildup on the inside of the
freezer. If it is heavily frosted, manually defrost the freezer
by turning it off at the thermostat. Unplug from the wall and
allow 12 hours for the unit to defrost, with both doors open.
If the unit is not an automatic self-defrosting model...
1. Defrost the unit once a year or as often as
needed. Follow the proper defrosting methods. DO NOT USE a
knife, pick, hammer, chisel, screwdriver, etc. or any sharp
object)
Tech Tip - Follow
all procedures outlined under the refrigerator heading.
Tech Tip - Do not
pack the freezer.
MICROWAVE REPAIR TIPS
Tech Tip - Always
use microwave safe dishes.
Tech Tip - Do not
use aluminum foil or anything with metal on it. (unless your
microwave specifically allows it. Check your owner's manual)
Tech Tip - Wipe
the seal off with a wet rag and dry it thoroughly as often as
needed.
Tech Tip - Do not
twist, bend, or slam the door in any way.
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