Warning! To avoid personal injury or even death, always disconnect your appliance from its power source--that is, unplug it or break the connection at the circuit breaker or fuse box--before you do any troubleshooting or repair work on your appliance. Also, because some components may have sharp edges, use caution while working on your appliance.
All City Repair has compiled this list of Tips from the major brands we repair, our own experience and from all over the web. Please feel free to browse through and see the handy tips for:
| Refrigerators Repair>> | Washers Repair>> |
| Stoves Ovens Repair>> | Dryers Repair>> |
| Dishwashers Repair>> | Freezers Repair>> |
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Refrigerator repairs might include dealing with Freon and sealed system. It is strongly recommended that you seek the assistance of a qualified appliance technician.
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.
5. Refrigerator coils located
underneath the refrigerator should be cleaned annually.
6. Refrigerators
that constantly run can indicate improper functioning due to low refrigerant
level, a dirty condenser coil, a malfunctioning seal, or improper air flow.
Ice or water dispensing problems.
1. If the ice or water isn’t dispensing check for a leaky water tube or
jammed ice chute.
2. If ice maker is producing ice poorly check for
clogged water line or defective water inlet valve.
3. Ice maker has
stopped producing ice. Check to see if the ice maker has been turned
off
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.
If it’s not working.
1. Check
to see if power is getting to the range/oven. Does anything turn on,
even a light? Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
2. Is the power cord burned through; often it gets burned and breaks the
connection.
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
or not heating correctly.
1. Make sure the clock is set on manual
cycle and not the automatic time bake cycle.
2. Is the bake element is
burned out.
3. Check the heating thermostat bulb is dislodged from its
holder. It could also be mis-calibrated.
Gas - If the top burners are not
lighting.
1. Wipe off the burner with a hot, damp rag and then dry
completely.
2. If top burner doesn’t work check for a dirty or
clogged burner. Make sure burner is clean.
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.
No Power to dishwasher.
1. Check for tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse
2. Check wall socket
for power
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).
5. Mold may grow in your dishwasher if you
use it infrequently. The mold can be removed by using the normal dishwasher
detergent and running the dishwasher, preferably without any dishes.
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.
It isn’t draining.
1. Air Gap
is clogged. Unscrew top cap and see if there is anything blocking it.
2. Drain hose is clogged Remove and clean the hose.
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.
If machine doesn’t work at all.
1. Make sure power is getting to washer. Check for tripped
circuit breaker or a blown fuse.
2. Check wall socket for power.
Sometimes the power cord disconnects at the washer.
3. Make sure the lid
is closed properly.
4. Make sure the timer and all of the controls are
set properly.
5. Make sure both water faucets are turned on.
• Important Tip - Follow the proper loading procedure and machine
operation.
• Important Tip - Never overload the machine.
No power to the dryer.
1. Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. Check wall socket for
power with voltmeter.
2. Check for broken door switch.
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.
3. Turning your clothes inside out and using the delicate cycle
can reduce the pilling effect on certain fabrics.
4. Cleaning the dryer
filter before each load increases the efficiency of the machine and
decreases the chance of fire.
5. Clean out the dryer vent hose, as well
as the rest of the vent duct.
• Important Tip - Follow the proper loading procedure and machine
operation.
• Important Tip - Never overload the dryer.
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.
• Important Tip - Follow all procedures outlined under the refrigerator
heading.
• Important Tip - Do not pack the freezer.
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