How to Diagnose Washing Machine Problems With an Agitator
Older model washing machines and some newer versions have an agitator located in the center of the dishwasher tub. If you are having problems with the washing machine during the agitate or spin cycle...
View ArticleMy Whirlpool Duet Dryer Makes the Clothes Smell Burnt
Clothes that smell burnt after a drying cycle ends probably have picked up the odor of a lint fire that occurred in your dryer. Lint fires are possible if the dryer’s vent is congested with lint. The...
View ArticleTroubleshooting the Spin Cycle on a 2007 Top Load Maytag Washer
There's never a convenient time to experience problems with your Maytag washing machine’s spin cycle. If you find yourself faced with this type of domestic crisis, some simple steps may get your washer...
View ArticleMy Dryer Gets Very Hot & Smells Burned
The typical clothes dryer accounts for six percent of the total electricity expended in an American home, making it one of the most expensive household appliances, according to the California Energy...
View ArticleFrigidaire Front Loader Dryer Blower Problems
Frigidaire front-load dryers have blowers or fans that force hot air into the drum to dry laundry. The blower comes on when you start your dryer and should stay on for the full drying cycle. If your...
View ArticleHow to Troubleshoot a General Electric Front Loader Dryer
The average life of your General Electric (GE) front loading dryer can be well over 10 years if you maintain the unit properly and treat it well. During that time, it’s possible your dryer will...
View ArticleScraping Sounds From GE Profile Dryers
Scraping sounds from your GE Profile dryer are not mere annoyances, but an alert that repair is necessary. Troubleshoot the causes of the scraping to find and fix the unit before permanent and costly...
View ArticleMy Kenmore Washer Will Only Work With Hot Water
Using only hot water is not only wasteful, but it can damage or shrink clothes. If your Kenmore washer won't fill with cold water, investigate the problem immediately. A clogged hose or valve are the...
View ArticleHow to Troubleshoot a Front-load Frigidaire Gas Dryer
A Frigidaire front-loading gas dryer is designed to draw on your home gas supply to provide the heat you need to dry your clothes and other items. When using a gas dryer, it’s important to follow the...
View ArticleThe GE Profile Performance Refrigerator Is Leaking Down the Back Wall of the...
GE Profile refrigerators have a variety of controls for temperature and humidity, including electronic sensors, multi-flow air system, separate produce drawers and an LCD control touch screen on some...
View ArticleHow to Clean a Whirlpool Dryer Exhuast Pipe
Whirlpool clothes dryers are equipped with vent systems that allow heat and steam to escape through exhaust pipes. When exhaust pipes are overloaded with lint, clothes take longer to dry and seem hot...
View ArticleTroubleshooting the GE Profile Dryer's Touch Controls
Many GE Profile dryers have a control panel with electronic touch pads for dryer operation, cycle selection and a display panel for cycle status or error codes. If the touch controls are not operating...
View ArticleHow to Remove the Top of a Kenmore Washing Machine Model 110
The Kenmore 110 is a line of washing machines made by Whirlpool for sale at Sears stores. The various control knobs on the front panel are connected to the top of the washer, which must be removed in...
View ArticleWhat Do You Need to Hook up a Steam Dryer?
Steam dryers enable you to use steam to dry clothing of varying fabrics and remove wrinkles from your laundry. Connecting the steam dryer requires that you tap into the water supply going to your...
View ArticleHow to Check the Dryer Element on a Kenmore 80 Series
The heating element in a Kenmore 80 Series dryer is located on the rear of the dryer and is protected by the rear dryer panel. Before entering the dryer drum to dry your clothes, air is heated by...
View ArticleHow to Winterize a Washing Machine for Storage
If you are placing your washing machine in storage, it is a good idea to winterize it, just like motor home and house water systems are winterized when they will be sitting for long periods of time....
View ArticleHow to Replace the Door Lock on a Frigidaire Front-load Washer
Unlike top-loading models, the door on a Frigidaire front-loading washing machine locks during the wash cycle to prevent water from spilling out of the washer onto the floor. Prior to starting a cycle,...
View ArticleSpecifications of the Whirlpool Quiet Partner II
The Whirlpool Quiet Partner II is a dishwasher that use the Quiet Partner II sound package. The sound package insulates the dishwasher to reduce the noise that comes from the machine. Dishwashers...
View ArticleFront-Loading Washing Machines Vs. Top-Loading Washing Machines
The differences between front-loading and top-loading washing machines is an ever shrinking gap. What was once a significant advantage in price and capacity for the top-loaders is now slight if at all...
View ArticleMaytag Neptune Dryer Troubleshooting Guide
Maytag, a subsidiary of Whirlpool, sells consumer appliances including washer and dryer units. The Maytag Neptune dryer series is no longer produced, but you can purchase replacement parts for Neptune...
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