An electric dryer can overheat because a shorted heating element may cause continuous heating, an air flow problem could result from clogged vents, a blocked blower wheel might restrict air circulation, a defective cycling thermostat could allow excessive heating, and …
A microwave that keeps tripping your kitchen circuit breaker is usually signaling an internal electrical short, most often in a component like the door switch, capacitor, transformer, or magnetron. This issue is important to understand because it not only interrupts …
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Summer is almost here which means it won’t be long before you rely on your central air conditioner to do battle with the oppressive heat that seems to last for weeks at a time. If you haven’t done so already, …
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If your dishwasher’s dispenser isn’t working, it might be due to a defective solenoid, which is responsible for opening the dispenser door. To diagnose the issue, use a multimeter to test the solenoid for electrical continuity. If the solenoid is …
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Whether you depend on a gas or electric water heater to provide you with calming hot showers or baths, as well as provide your washing machine with water hot enough to successfully clean your clothes, you want to make sure …
If your electric oven’s self-cleaning feature isn’t working, the problem usually comes down to a few key components – most often the door lock, thermal fuse, or heating elements. Understanding how the self-clean cycle actually works helps you pinpoint what …
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You can test a refrigerator thermostat by listening for a “click” as you adjust the temperature dial or by using a multimeter to check for electrical continuity while the sensing bulb sits in ice water. Knowing how to do this …
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Do you find the noise of your garbage disposer running is drowning out the after-dinner conversation? Have you been startling your holiday party guests by turning the disposal on when rinsing off a few plates? While most garbage disposals are …
If your electric water heater isn’t heating, this could be due to several possible causes: a blown fuse or tripped breaker, a tripped thermostat reset button, malfunctioning heating elements, faulty thermostats, or a broken dip tube. Each issue can prevent …
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If your dishwasher runs a full cycle but still leaves your dishes dripping wet, the problem could stem from how your model dries, how it’s loaded, or a part that’s no longer working correctly. Modern dishwashers rely on heat and …
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If a gas cooktop burner is not lighting, common causes include a malfunctioning spark ignition switch, defective spark electrode, faulty spark wire, or a malfunctioning spark module. Start by checking the spark ignition switch for electrical continuity using a multimeter. …
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When a microwave door refuses to open after cooking, the problem usually comes down to a broken latch, faulty release mechanism, or damaged spring. Understanding why this happens matters because the door’s design is tied directly to the microwave’s electrical …
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A string trimmer head may not spin due to several issues, such as a worn clutch, a damaged drive shaft, a defective trimmer head, or a broken throttle cable. These components are crucial for the trimmer’s operation; for example, the …
A pressure washer may lack water pressure due to insufficient water supply or a malfunctioning pump. Ensure the water supply is strong enough, as pressure can drop significantly if the hose is too long. If water supply isn’t the issue, …
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When it comes to using the products, you may not think a central air conditioning system or window air conditioner has much in common with your refrigerator. The HVAC system isn’t much good at preventing milk from spoiling and the …
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There are seven common reasons why a gas-powered hedge trimmer might not start: a defective spark plug, a restricted carburetor, a clogged fuel filter, a damaged recoil spring or pulley, a malfunctioning recoil starter, a clogged spark arrestor, and a …
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You can test the ignition on a small engine by using an ignition tester to check whether the spark plug or ignition coil is producing the spark needed for combustion. This simple diagnostic step can save hours of frustration when …
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To install a refrigerator yourself, first ensure you have a grounded electrical outlet that provides 120 volts and a dedicated circuit. If your refrigerator includes a water dispenser or icemaker, connect it to a cold water supply with the appropriate …
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To fix a self-propelled lawn mower, you should first identify the cause of the issue, which might be a worn wheel assembly, a broken V-belt, a damaged control cable, a defective transmission, or a damaged drive pulley. Begin by inspecting …
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If your gas-powered tiller is leaking fuel, the issue is due to a dried-out carburetor bowl gasket, a damaged carburetor, a cracked fuel line, a faulty fuel tank, or a brittle primer bulb. Inspect each component for cracks, damage, or …
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