HOW TO GET YOUR OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT READY FOR SPRING AND SUMMER You can get your outdoor power equipment ready for spring and summer by performing basic maintenance tasks that restore efficiency, prevent costly repairs, and extend each tool’s lifespan. …
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Your dryer keeps shutting off because of interrupted airflow, faulty heating components, or electrical issues that disrupt its normal cycle. Whether you use a gas or electric model, problems such as clogged venting, failed gas valve coils, defective thermostats, or …
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Your washing machine most likely stopped working mid-cycle because of a faulty water inlet valve that failed to open and allow water to enter during the rinse or fill cycle. When this happens, the washer gets stuck waiting for water …
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Every homeowner should tune up lawn and garden equipment, replace HVAC filters, clean dryer vents and refrigerator coils, seal exterior gaps, check for water leaks, pressure wash siding and decks, and replace smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries to keep …
If your snowblower’s wheels stop turning, the self-propel drive system has likely failed due to a damaged belt, a worn friction ring, or a broken traction control cable. These are the three main components that allow your dual-stage snowblower to …
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When your garbage disposer won’t turn on, it’s typically due to a defective start switch, a faulty stopper, or a worn-out motor. For a “batch-feed” disposer, ensure the start switch activates when the stopper is pushed down or rotated, and …
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To test your dryer cycling thermostat, first ensure the thermostat is isolated from the dryer and use a multimeter to check for electrical continuity at room temperature by touching its outer terminals. Next, use an electric griddle or skillet to …
Your snowblower’s auger might not be turning due to a few common issues. These include a damaged belt, a broken shear bolt or pin, a worn auger assembly, seized bearings, or a malfunctioning gearbox. For troubleshooting and replacement parts, you …
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Regular appliance maintenance can save you significant time, money, and frustration by preventing costly breakdowns and extending the lifespan of your household machines. As the new year begins, it’s worth making appliance care part of your resolutions – just like …
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A dryer drum won’t spin primarily due to issues with the drive belt, drum rollers, or motor. The drive belt might be broken, causing the drum to not rotate; check by moving the drum by hand—if it spins easily, the …
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Before starting your snowblower for the first time this winter, you should give it a complete pre-season check to avoid frustrating breakdowns and poor performance once the snow starts falling. Preparing your snowblower involves more than just topping off the …
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The outer tub on a top-load washer supports the inner tub, contains and drains the wash water, and can be replaced when it cracks or its suspension brackets fail by disassembling the washer, removing the inner tub and drive components, …
Your bathroom exhaust fan isn’t venting properly because something is restricting airflow or preventing the motor from running as it should. A bath fan’s job is to pull moist air, odors, and fumes from the bathroom and expel them directly …
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The best appliance cleaning hacks for the holidays include using common household items like hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to tackle tough grime on your oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. For a shiny finish on stainless steel appliances, a …
If your garbage disposal is leaking, it is due to issues like a torn sink flange gasket, a damaged lower flange gasket, a worn splash guard, a broken O-ring, or a failed motor seal. These issues can often be resolved …
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You can replace a front-load washer tub yourself without buying a new machine by following the right steps and understanding how the tub assembly works. Knowing the difference between the inner and outer tubs, recognizing the common reasons for replacement, …
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Yes, a top-load washing machine tub can be replaced. While many might assume a worn-out tub means replacing the entire machine, you can extend your washer’s life by installing a new inner tub. The process involves disassembling the washer to …
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A gas generator might not start due to several common issues, similar to other gas-powered equipment like lawn mowers. Potential causes include a defective spark plug, restricted carburetor, faulty ignition coil, malfunctioning recoil starter, faulty switches, or a broken flywheel …
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You can replace a dishwasher pump motor yourself once you understand how the circulation and drain pumps work and follow the right steps to uninstall and reinstall the appliance safely. Knowing when to replace the pump matters because these components …
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If your refrigerator seems to be running all the time, it’s usually a sign that something isn’t working as it should. A constantly running refrigerator means the compressor and fan motors are working harder than necessary to maintain the proper …
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