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| Whirlpool washer about 1999 or so | 5/17/2008 |
Q: How do you pop the top off on this one. it has plastic type clamps or something holding it together ...
A: the best way to do it, is to not pop the top off, but to tip the entire cabinet forward remove the ...
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| moving a washing machine | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have a front loading Samsung J845 washing machine - I want to move it between rooms in my house, ...
A: short answer, no, you dont have to. as long as its not tipped on its side. basically the biggest ...
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| GE Washer doesn't spin (Model # WBSE3120BWW) | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 yr old GE Washer (Model # WBSE3120BWW) that doesn't spin. It tries to spin but doesn't ...
A: could be a bad clutch, or a bad motor....the clutch is about $130 and the motor is $250, and both ...
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| Kenmore Washer 90 Series | 5/16/2008 |
Q: i have a Kenmore washers 90 series model # 110 26914690. the agitator is not spinning as fast as it ...
A: we'll start with the easy stuff first....reach in the tub, and turn the top half of the agitator, ...
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| GE WSM2700 Washer Belt Broken | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a stackable GE washer/dryer model WSM2700HAWWW. After 13 months (3 weeks out of warranty), ...
A: you cant put any more tension on the belt than what is already set. if you were to, you would wear ...
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| stove buzzing | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have a Kenmore electric covection oven, when I turn the oven on, it buzzes every 15 seconds when ...
A: unfortunately your model number turned up nothing in my search.the only thing i can tell from that ...
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| Sears Dryer | 5/14/2008 |
Q: John My Sears Dryer is about ten years old. The tumbler stopped working once and a repairman ...
A: wow!, that thing must have not dried very well either! the vent being crushed probably helped kill ...
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| Sears Dryer | 5/13/2008 |
Q: John My Sears Dryer is about ten years old. The tumbler stopped working once and a repairman ...
A: sounds like the motor has gone bad, whats happening is that its heating up, and tripping the ...
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| Whirlpool washer won't pump | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Whirlpool GVW9959KL1 washer that the pump won't turn on. The pump was frozen so I removed ...
A: ya, if u had a bunch of crud stuck in the pump impeller, it is possible the pump motor burnt out. ...
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| Whirlpool gas dryer | 5/11/2008 |
Q: Drum turns, no heat, all vents open/clear/disconnected, 120v direct to igniter makes it glow - it ...
A: remove the back cover of the dryer, you'll see a little white thermo fuse (looks like a little ...
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| Maytag DE312 dryer | 5/10/2008 |
Q: Dryer overheats. Venting is clear and has been cleaned. Timer will not always advance. Have had ...
A: when you say "overheats" do you mean, its running too hot and cooking the clothes, or it runs and ...
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| Dishwasher shuts off mid cycle | 5/10/2008 |
Q: They say never look a gift horse in the mouth!! A friend gave me their Maytag DWU8260ABX dishwasher ...
A: hmm....bad motor bearings perhaps, or something stuck in the pump? does it wash ok, is the first ...
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| Refrig: Up in flames?? | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I just got a Kenmore refrigerator (split refrig/freezer) out of storage about 3 months ago. It was ...
A: unplug the fridge, remove the cover in the freezer that goes over the evaporator (the cover at the ...
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| kenmore dishwasher model 665-15879000 | 5/6/2008 |
Q: DW was working great. Then wash cycle won't kick in. It turns on, board lights up, fills with water, ...
A: hmm...the white "corrosion" on the housing is it also on the floor below the DW? im just wondering ...
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| kenmore elite dishwasher no water | 5/3/2008 |
Q: We recently had a kenmore Elite dishwasher reinstalled in another home. it was bought new and used ...
A: so im going to assume you tried what i said, and its filling ok. (if its not filling, and the water ...
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| kenmore elite dishwasher no water | 5/3/2008 |
Q: We recently had a kenmore Elite dishwasher reinstalled in another home. it was bought new and used ...
A: kinda odd, first thing to do is start the dishwasher as you normally would, let it go for about a ...
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| Kenmore Washer | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I have had my washer for 3 years now. The serial number is CSR 441835 and the model number is ...
A: could be a few reasons.....first off, are you using HE (high efficency) soap....that could be the ...
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| GE Dryer Noise | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old GE dryer. Model #drsr483ed2ww. When there is a heavy load it makes a clunking ...
A: shoulda figured it wasnt going to be the easy solution now were looking at one of 2 issues ...
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| Which brand or model | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I sure hope you can help me with making a decision. I need to replace my washer and dryer. Which ...
A: funny thing, nowadays from what i've been seeing (in canada anyway) maytags and kenmore/whirlpool ...
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| Kenmore side by side Refrigerator | 2/16/2008 |
Q: The compressor and the compressor fan has quit working. I have tested the terminals of the ...
A: sorry for the delay...(weekend and all, PLUS im on call....lol, like you wanna hear this....) ...
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| Stove | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I'm John from Millbrook (south of Peterborough, Ontario). I have a Kenmore C970-658021 Electronic ...
A: ok....so when you tested the wires at the lower element, you removed the wires from the actual ...
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| dryer wiring | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I am replacing my old dryer with another used dryer that is supposed to work. My problem is the plug ...
A: the white wire is your common wire, the green wire is your ground wire basically the white wire ...
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| Stove | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I'm John from Millbrook (south of Peterborough, Ontario). I have a Kenmore C970-658021 Electronic ...
A: hey john (great name might i add!) holy smokes....never seen that before, and i would lean toward ...
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| Amana Gas Dryer will not stay running | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I have a Amana gas dryer model number LG8109W2. I tried to run the dryer today. The motor kicked ...
A: sorry for taking so long to get back to you, i sincerely apologize bad news.....im 99.999998% sure ...
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| Kenmore side by side Refrigerator | 2/14/2008 |
Q: The compressor and the compressor fan has quit working. I have tested the terminals of the ...
A: did you test to see if there is voltage going through the wires to the compressor?....im going to ...
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| How to replace lid switch (Whirlpool Washer), LSB6200KQ0 | 2/14/2008 |
Q: How do I replace the lid switch on whirlpool washing machine LSB6200KQ0 type II? Thanks. P.S. I ...
A: hey alex, wow, sit inside the cabinet?, your making it way harder than it needs to be...lol so ...
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| Kenmore Dishwasher Model 363.14471790 | 2/13/2008 |
Q: A few days ago the pump / motor on my Kenmore dishwasher just stopped. I had a bad humming sound but ...
A: hmm, kinda sounds to me like the motor is done....when you unplugged and plugged the motor back in, ...
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| Dryer only has low heat | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I have a whirlpool "LEB6300PWO". The dryer will put out heat but only low heat, no matter what I ...
A: for the time being lets ignore the timer and the resistor at the back of your selector switch. you ...
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| Whirlpool washer problems | 2/12/2008 |
Q: i have a whirlpool LXR9445JQ0 and, it won't work! it will fill and agitate for awhile and then ...
A: lol....wow sometimes you think you've heard it all, and then you get a question like this.... from ...
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| neptune motor control board | 2/12/2008 |
Q: have an old Neptune mah300aww it stopped spinning, found the fuse blown on the motor control board, ...
A: now....as you may or may not have heard....neptunes have a lot of problems (personally i love mine) ...
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| Maytag washer mav7600aww | 2/11/2008 |
Q: The water is not filling at all, so we bought a new solenoid switch and still nothing. What else ...
A: hmm....first off, when you set it to fill does it hum at all, or is there no sound whatsoever? 2) ...
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| Maytag Atlantis MAV7600AWW | 2/10/2008 |
Q: my maytag intermitently does not drain or spin. I come downstairs to find the machine full of ...
A: first off, did you check the belt for cracks or if its worn?, just tilt the machine back and take a ...
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| timer knob for speed queen aa6421 | 2/9/2008 |
Q: knob turns freely without turning cycle selector. I want to replace knob but don't know how to ...
A: all you have to do is pull the knob out, and push that ring with the red dot on it in and then turn ...
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| Kenmore 70 series "heavy duty" dryer. | 2/8/2008 |
Q: My mother law graciously bought my husband and I a Kenmore 70 series "heavy duty" dryer about three ...
A: did you hear a "bang" at any point yesterday? cause you might not have a broken belt.....(obviously ...
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| washing machine wash cycle not working | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I have an Amana commercial Quality Washer model #LWA50AW, it's about 6 or 7 yrs.old. It worked ...
A: i have bad news, i am VERY familiar with your particular washer.....and to me it sounds like your ...
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| Top of agitator spins freely | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 year old Kenmore 90 series washer, model 110.26902691. Recently, I noticed that the top ...
A: the part that has failed is called a dog kit. if you want to call someone to fix it for you, it ...
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| Whirlpool Estate wont spin or drain (13mo old!) | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I've got a practically new Whirlpool Estate that I bought less than 13 months ago. A couple days ago ...
A: based on everything you've told me, i'd lean toward the timer as well no agitation, no spin, fills, ...
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| Whirlpool Estate wont spin or drain (13mo old!) | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I've got a practically new Whirlpool Estate that I bought less than 13 months ago. A couple days ago ...
A: does it agitate, or just no spin/drain? and is it like that in all cycles? could be just that the ...
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| Washing machine quit in the was cycle | 2/3/2008 |
Q: My Kenmore model 110-26892690 washer stopped working in the middle of the wash cycle. It doesn't ...
A: could be one of two things, either you need a new motor coupler (hopefully, cause its cheap), or you ...
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| Ge washing machine | 2/3/2008 |
Q: serial# ga134480G. problem is you have to keep hitting the start/ pause button to get it to work.It ...
A: i cant find your washer model anywhere, but it sounds like the same problem i literally just ...
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| Kenmore Dryer | 2/2/2008 |
Q: Our clothes are not drying during normal cycle. Vent clean and open. New thermotstat installed ...
A: i just wanted to be sure you had a whirlpool style and not a frigidaire style. the frigidaire style ...
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| Kenmore Dryer | 2/2/2008 |
Q: Our clothes are not drying during normal cycle. Vent clean and open. New thermotstat installed ...
A: should be on for almost 2 minutes.....roughly.....depending on your venting....not only cleanliness ...
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| roaming washer | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have a Maytag top loading commercial Quality stainless tub legacy series washing machine approx 3 ...
A: im sorry, but this is something i would have to see for myself, the only thing i can tell you first ...
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| Kenmore washer quit | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have a Kenmore front loader HE2, two years old, that worked great until it stopped before the ...
A: i've seen this a few times, and usually turns out to be a bad pressure switch, but there are other ...
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| Whirlpool Estate washer dripping, mdl# TAWS800JQ0 | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I have a Whirlpool Estate washer mdl# TAWS800JQ0 that continues to drip.
A: now, is the washer dripping into the tub when it isnt running, or is it a slight drip at the front ...
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| Whirlpool dryer Model LER4634EQ1 | 1/19/2008 |
Q: What's the maximum sized load of wet clothes should be dried at one time in this dryer?
A: hey ken rule of thumb, if the load fits in the washer, and isnt overloading the washer, it can be ...
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| Whirlpool Cabrio dryer | 1/19/2008 |
Q: My wife dropped a shout wipe down the lint screen hole in the top. Then I tried to use some sticky ...
A: (this one gave me a good laugh.....sorry) alright...here we go.. im going to assume that the items ...
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| Kenmore 23812100 Type 111 Washer | 1/18/2008 |
Q: How do I rebuild the transmission for my Kenmore 80 series washing machine? Denise
A: you'll have to go buy the rebuild kit, the instructions come with it....if you need help, feel free ...
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| Kenmore 23812100 Type 111 Washer | 1/18/2008 |
Q: We went through the steps until we got to the coupler. It was not broken. What else could it be? ...
A: hey denise alright, since you got that far, and assuming its still apart, turn the piece of the ...
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| agitator not working | 1/17/2008 |
Q: Our washer fills with water, then when it gets to the agitator cycle it starts clicking and dimming ...
A: i have bad news, to me it sounds like your transmission is shot. reason i say that, its spins ok, it ...
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| kitchenaid superba washing machine Spinning problems | 1/17/2008 |
Q: kitchenaid superba washing machine - while on the spinning cycle the whole tub in the machine was ...
A: im just trying to figure out what these pins are that you found. the pins arent completely straight ...
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| Model 110.47532601 Kenmore HE2 Plus | 1/16/2008 |
Q: My Kenmore HE2 Plus, just out of warranty, threw the drive belt. My questions are: 1) Is this ...
A: 1) did the belt break?, or just maybe stretch out a little and fall off, cause i've never seen (or ...
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| Kenmore 23812100 Type 111 Washer | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I was cleaning the rain waters from my basement. Some blankets got soaked from the flooding and ...
A: yup....then its your coupler. pretty easy repair, remove the two screws holding down your console, ...
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| Kenmore 23812100 Type 111 Washer | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I was cleaning the rain waters from my basement. Some blankets got soaked from the flooding and ...
A: could be a few things, doesnt spin or agitate, but you can hear the motor running leads me to ...
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| Tappan Oven temp issue | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have a Tappan gas oven/range model 30-4989-00/01. It is about 15 years old, perhaps more. The ...
A: not familiar with your particular oven, but if your not getting proper heat in the oven it could be ...
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| washer/dryer | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I'm moving back to Europe and I was wondering if I'll be able to use with a converter my washer or ...
A: oooh rough question....easiest way to answer your question, if you are using machines from north ...
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| Roper (Whilrpool) washer slow fill on hot. Thermistor? | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Purchased new Roper washer (RTW 4340SQ0) and noticed slow fill on hot. Flow rate 1/3 of cold. New ...
A: that thermistor is for the "energy star" or "accuwash" feature on your washer. if you had the valve ...
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| leaking Maytag A-612 | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I can not determin from whre it is leaking. I can only see a puddle of watter after the use. Please ...
A: ooh......dont flip it over at the bottom corners of the front panel of the washer you should see 2 ...
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| Kenmore HE2 Plus-model 110.47532602 | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I was in the middle of a washing cycle when the machine beeped and had an error code F-01. I called ...
A: unfortunatly the only way to solve that is to access the service mode for your washer, and reset the ...
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| Maytag dishwasher hard to turn timer dial... | 1/12/2008 |
Q: We've got a Maytag dishwasher, Model # PDB3600AWE under counter, and the timer or cycle selector ...
A: my first recomendation would be to replace the timer... BUT...if you just want to lubricate it, you ...
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| maytag squealer | 1/12/2008 |
Q: repair man came and said the (guessing) tensioner wheel where the grease is on a maytag dryer (model ...
A: i work on your type of dryer a lot, (i mean A LOT) and i can honestly tell you i have never lubed ...
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| Kenmore 23812100 Type 111 Washer | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I was cleaning the rain waters from my basement. Some blankets got soaked from the flooding and ...
A: i probably wont tell anyone to get a new washer :) but lets try to diagnose yours... 1) when you ...
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| Gas Dryer - Intermittent Heat | 1/11/2008 |
Q: Kenmore Dryer Model 110 72802101. Unit Tumbles and is set to Timed Dry, High Cotton. I have noticed ...
A: easy fix, and inexpensive as well. you need new gas coils. remove the two clips that hold the ...
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| dryer takes to long to dry | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have a whirlpool roper dryer that takes 2 cycles to dry I have cleaned the vent tube inside and ...
A: hmm....first thought, is the venting at the back of the dryer pinched or crushed in any way? the ...
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| ROPER WASHER GOING SOUTH | 1/10/2008 |
Q: WHAT IS WRONG WHEN ONLY HOT WATER IS COMING OUT AND COLD SIDE IS NOT WHILE IT ONLY MAKES A LOW ...
A: hey for the no cold fill-> either you have some sort of sediment blocking the hose screen, OR, you ...
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| GE Profile Dryer taking too long to dry clothes | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I have a GE Profile SensorDry Dryer model # DPDR475EW0AA. It takes far too long ( 2 hours or more ...
A: first problem im running into is none of my searches are turning up results for your model number.. ...
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| electric clothes dryer cord | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I was recently given a used clothes dryer. The cord they had on it was 3prong. My 220 outlet is 4 ...
A: nope, thats how it should be. let me guess, that 4th wire your having a problem with is a brass, ...
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| GE Dryer Main Power Board | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I just installed a new main power board in my GE DBVH512 Electric Dryer. Now that the power board ...
A: hmm...a bit of a head scratcher. gonna need some more info from you. does the motor or anything hum ...
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| Washer not fully draining | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I have a Maytag Stacked Washer/Dryer Model MLE2000AYW. The Washer seems to work OK but when I spin ...
A: i have a maytag neptune as well (not a stacker tho), that water sloshing your hearing when you turn ...
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| Roper Washing Machine | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Could you please provide me with a picture or instructions on how to put the transmission back ...
A: did you ned an explanation on how to remove the transmission, or did you take it out all ready and ...
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| Kenmore self cleaning range | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Model 880-575024P4 serial Rt4210631 I think a previous code we got was E1-F1 when I used the broil ...
A: although i've never worked on your range, i do have a couple of ideas on what it could be. (it ...
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| Dryer Problem | 1/7/2008 |
Q: We have a Whirlpool (Natural Gas)Dryer Model number LG 8601XWWO and stock number LG 8601W that is ...
A: now when you press start on the dryer does it only run if you keep your finger on the start button, ...
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| kenmore top load washer (heavy duty) | 12/22/2007 |
Q: The washer is about 10 yrs old. It washes and agitates fine but won't go into the drain or rinse ...
A: hmm....my first guess is open and close your washer lid slowly, when the lid is almost closed, do ...
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| Kenmore 80 series model 110 washing machine | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Our washer works only with cold water! When I try warm or hot nothing comes out of the machine??? ...
A: 1)when you select warm, does cold water go into the tub? if so, 2)when you select hot, can you hear ...
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| New Performa Dish Washer | 12/22/2007 |
Q: We just purchase a Performa dishwasher and we can't get the soap door to stay close. It appears ...
A: i havent worked on your particular model as of yet, but it sounds to me like the wax motor for your ...
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| Maytag Dryer: DE312 Buzzer | 12/21/2007 |
Q: The buzzer on my Maytag Dryer DE312 continually buzzes, unless the door is open. I don't really ...
A: wow.....this one was a tough one for me, as i was having a really hard time finding the wiring ...
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| washer part | 12/21/2007 |
Q: have a beaumark washer,dont know the model,the thing u put the fabric softner in is broken,what is ...
A: without knowing the model number of the washer i cant tell you if you can retro-fit another one on ...
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| Maytag washer | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I purchased a new maytag washer (model mtw5620tq) 1 month ago. It has 4 water temperature settings, ...
A: i haven't worked on your particular model, but heres what i can tell you. whirlpool has a similar ...
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| dishwasher flashing lights | 12/19/2007 |
Q: You said "hit you up" with electrical; hope this qualifies! Here goes... My Maytag dishwasher model ...
A: from what you've said i think your guess is right, you may need a control board for it. Kinda wish i ...
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| Whirlpool Dryer Drying poorly | 12/19/2007 |
Q: We have A Whirlpool Dryer, Model # LER5636EQ2, Type # 178-00, that needs 2 cycles to dry a load of ...
A: well, happy i kinda helped. also, to avoid future problems, replace your vent hood, i couldnt begin ...
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| washer | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have a kenmore washer front load , model #110.46462501. mold builds up around rubbers where door ...
A: My first thought is to make sure you use only an HE (high efficiency) detergent. The HE detergent ...
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| gas dryers | 12/18/2007 |
Q: What is a typical lifetime for a gas ignitor for a residential style gas-fired clothes dryer? ...
A: it really depends on the type of gas dryer you get. essentially. both gas and electric can run 1 to ...
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| Whirlpool Dryer Drying poorly | 12/18/2007 |
Q: We have A Whirlpool Dryer, Model # LER5636EQ2, Type # 178-00, that needs 2 cycles to dry a load of ...
A: before i diagnose anything i want you to try 2 things and then get back to me 1) disconnect the ...
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| Beaumark washer advancia 57281b1ww | 12/18/2007 |
Q: 3 years old,the waser was over flowing on extra large loads.so we do not do etra large loads it ...
A: i will always reccomend buying a whirlpool... but thats beside the point, that little box on the ...
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| Kenmore washer model 110 (OLD WASHER) weird issue | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I was running water through the washer to clean it out after washing some really grungy throw rugs ...
A: assuming the washer is around 10 to 15yrs old, the first thing that comes to mind is the bolt that ...
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