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About Wayne Kiefer
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Expertise
Any concerning the repair of small electric household appliances (coffee makers, waffle makers,etc.) shavers, antique clocks, air compressors, lamps, generators.

Experience
High school Industrial Arts teacher. Plant manager at Trek Bicycle factory. Self employed for last 20 years in the small appliance repair business.
   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Wayne Kiefer 
In Category  Small Household Appliances

SubjectDate Asked

hair dryer11/9/2008
  Q: My daughters hair dryer does not blow on high. It does blow on low. When we plug it into a different ...
  A: You may have a cord or plug problem. The cords tend to break inside the plastic coating on the wire ...
KFP 700 Food Processor11/8/2008
  Q: I have an old Kitchenaid food processor made by Hobart. It works GREAT except that I lost one of ...
  A: I would try to find a different magnet somewhere. The magnet has to be in place for the bowl to ...
Ice Maker11/8/2008
  Q: Could an ice maker be installed in a chest type freezer?
  A: I am not familier with freezers as we do not sell or service them. I have never seen one but that ...
Landers, Frary & Clark Universal Heating Pad11/5/2008
  Q: I have an old metal box in excellent condition. The inside of the box identifies that it housed a ...
  A: I have not heard of this company but have you done a search through Google on the company. You may ...
B & D toaster oven door spring repair11/5/2008
  Q: I purchased a new Black & Decker toaster oven a couple of months ago and the door started flopping ...
  A: If the unit is only two months old, put it back together and take it back where you bought it for a ...
GE convection microwave oven11/4/2008
  Q: I have a GE convection microwave which functioned fine until yesterday when I gave it an intense ...
  A: I think you need a repairperson. There may be a way of rebuting the control board but you have to ...
GE Microwave repair??11/3/2008
  Q: I have a GE Profile series Spacemaker XL1800. the unit recently burned out both of the bulbs for the ...
  A: I think the problem is probably in the control panel or the main PC board. It will be very ...
ROWENTA STEAM IRON Model DE01111/2/2008
  Q: Have been having problem when I plug in. Some times it won't turn on but if you play with plug it ...
  A: I would guess that your problem is in the plug where it plugs into the outlet. The wires tend to ...
Mixmaster Milkshake maker Model 9b11/2/2008
  Q: my mother in-law picked up an old 6 place, Mixmaster Milkshake maker in near new condition. Under ...
  A: These are almost impossable to find. The reason is that they get old and brittle and break. These ...
T-Fal toaster11/2/2008
  Q: I have a T-Fal TT 812051/3DO - 5324.51 - 2-slice toaster which recently blew up in flames. Although ...
  A: We are not an authorized service center for T-Fal so we do not have this information. I would try ...
Quasar microwave model QM8850TW10/29/2008
  Q: I need the amount of voltage that goes through the low voltage transformer; the part number ...
  A: If this transformer is on the circuit board you will have a problem. As you have seen, there are no ...
Bad connection on Sharp Carousel OTV MW?10/29/2008
  Q: I believe our electric system on the MW is in good working order but the mechanical connection from ...
  A: I would guess that your problem is in the alignment of the door to the switches inside the unit. ...
Water Softner Timer10/28/2008
  Q: I have a Sensimatic Water softner (Now out of business) with a defective timer motor. It is a 120V ...
  A: These usually resemble electric clock motors. They are usually 1 RPM motors but have many different ...
Quasar microwave model QM8850TW10/28/2008
  Q: I need the amount of voltage that goes through the low voltage transformer; the part number ...
  A: The only way to tell that is to use a volt meter and check between the two wires feeding the low ...
model 10 sunbeam mixer10/27/2008
  Q: I purchased the capacitor for this mixer to solve the high speed only problem. Soldered it in place ...
  A: The speed control may be the problem. You can send it to us as we have a way to rebuild the speed ...
fan noise for t-fal toaster/convection oven10/27/2008
  Q: We just purchased a t-fal convection toaster oven. We hear a ratling like sound when we use the ...
  A: No. It sounds like the fan is loose on the motor shaft. I would call them back and be more ...
Hot plug and wire on vaccuum10/24/2008
  Q: My vaccuum cleaner work very well but every time I go to unplug it after using it, even for a few ...
  A: If the heat is coming from the plug end you should replace the plug. Wires inside the cord tend to ...
Oster Coffee Bean Grinder10/19/2008
  Q: I found a Oster coffee grinder that attaches to my Oster Kitchen Center. When you remove the plastic ...
  A: I have never in all of the years of working on Kitchen Centers, seen a coffee grinder attachment. ...
Frigidaire FMV156DC Microwave10/17/2008
  Q: I agree with the comments previously posted by Shakey. My Frigidaire microwave is just over a year ...
  A: I do not think that there is a door height adjustment but you should be able to adjust the door ...
vintage sunbeam mixmasters10/16/2008
  Q: I just bought 2 old sunbeam mixmasters; #11C and #V14CWS. The #14 is missing the turntable; do you ...
  A: We may be able to help you but I am not at the shop now. The only turntable that we may have would ...
cordless phone10/15/2008
  Q: I have a KX-TG1033S Panasonic cordless phone in a 200 yr old stone house with 2 foot thick stone ...
  A: First I would try to place the base unit close to the wall in question. See if that will help the ...
Hamilton Beach No. 18 Mixer10/15/2008
  Q: I ran across a response you wrote to someone else regarding a Hamilton Beach No. 18 milkshake mixer ...
  A: The field coil is shorting out to ground. If you replace the 2 wire cord with a 3 wire cord and ...
Sunbeam 2347 Heritage Mixmaster broke under heavy load.10/13/2008
  Q: I was using the dough hooks on what I now know was too much dough at one time. The mixer made a ...
  A: This mixer has plastic gears in it and you have stripped them out. They are not available new but I ...
MICROWAVE LIGHT10/12/2008
  Q: Wayne you are well! Hope also that microwaves fall into your range of interest! I have a ...
  A: The first thing to do is always unplug the unit. If there is a panel with screws close the lamp, ...
SunBeam Mixmaster 1-7A10/11/2008
  Q: I have a SunBeam Mixmaster stand mixer that I need a power cord for. Do you have any suggestions as ...
  A: Some of the 1-7A mixers had a wired in cord and others had a plug in type cord. If you have the ...
american harvest fd 1000 dehydrator10/10/2008
  Q: how does it come apart. i took every screw out of the bottom took out the temp knob and the off on ...
  A: I am sorry but we have never repaired one of these. With this type of unit, we usually have to do ...
Sunbeam mixmaster 12c beaters10/7/2008
  Q: I have bought 2 different beater blades that do not match my shaft connection saying they should in ...
  A: The old style beaters were the x pattern and the newer style have only a single slot. Try removing ...
royal rochester percolator9/27/2008
  Q: I recently purchases a 1940's Royal Rochester percolatr. It heats up fine, my question is how long ...
  A: You will have to determine the correct time. It all depends on how much coffee and how strong you ...
Waffle Iron9/27/2008
  Q: I have an antique Universal (Landers, Frary and Clark) round waffle iron. Patented in 1923 and 1924. ...
  A: I have some obsolete parts for old appliances but would have to see the feet to see if I could help ...
Cuisinart coffee maker9/26/2008
  Q: We have a Cuisinart Coffee maker which is several months old. The brew-pause feature leaks quite a ...
  A: Cuisinart does not make any parts for their coffee makers so you can not replace the basket. I ...
MixMaster Model 129/26/2008
  Q: I have a mixmaster model 12 that runs correct at slow speeds through speed number 3 and when it is ...
  A: The speed control is not working properly but we would have to see the unit as there could be any ...
Black light knob for Rangaire Hood Ser # 05941 1514919/26/2008
  Q: P-L-E-A-S-E help me find the knob for this range hood! Thank you for your help!
  A: If it has a 1/4" dia. shaft on the switch that you are looking for I may be able to help you. ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Model 10 beaters9/26/2008
  Q: I just got an old mixer, and I'm not sure of what the process is to properly insert the beaters. On ...
  A: The handle should be in the upright position when inserting the beaters and be sure to push them in ...
HAMILTON BEACH MODEL 33 MALT MIXER9/24/2008
  Q: I AM REFURBISHING ONE OF THESE SPLENDID MACHINES AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHERE I CAN OBTAIN SPARES.
  A: I have seen a number of them on Ebay. They have not been made for over 40 years so that is probably ...
Whirlpool AD40USR Humidifier9/24/2008
  Q: I just bought a used Whirlpool AD40USR humidifier and it appeared to be working during the ...
  A: More than likely the people that owned the unit either had pets or smoked. Either could be causing ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster9/14/2008
  Q: The 12-speed controller knob on my Sunbeam Mixmaster (Service Number 1-7A)is loose. How is the knob ...
  A: I think that model has a decal on the back. You have to use a hair dryer and melt the glue that ...
Sunbeam Electric Blankets9/11/2008
  Q: Kiefer, I'm happy to find someone so knowledgable in this area. Thanks for being there. I read a ...
  A: The main problem is not in the blanket, it is either on or off. The problem is with the control ...
Hamilton Beach #1 Cyclone malt mixner9/10/2008
  Q: Good afternoon, I have what I believe to be a very early Hamilton Beach Malt mixer. It sits on a ...
  A: You are in the same position that we are in many times a day. There are no repair manuals for small ...
samsung microwave9/10/2008
  Q: I bought a microwave in Jan.o8, and the handle in which I thought was metal turned out to be ...
  A: If the door is getting moisture between the glass, the seal is not operating as it should and the ...
over range microwave placement9/8/2008
  Q: How much space should there be between the bottom of an over-range microwave and the cook top of ...
  A: Every city or town has their own codes for this. You should contact your local building inspector ...
Delonghi DSM7 stand mixer9/8/2008
  Q: My mixer which is equipped with an overload protection device (PC board) has sopped working. I have ...
  A: Ten years ago we used to be a Delonghi dealer but they do not have any dealers any more. I have ...
Dehumidifier compressor extremely hot!9/8/2008
  Q: I have a Kenmore 30 Pint Dehumidifier that wasn't running. After troubleshooting I determined a ...
  A: You are correct in your troubleshooting. The unit that you removed is the circuit breaker and it is ...
01266 Sunbeam Mixmaster9/7/2008
  Q: I was given this mixer. But it does not have the part that goes under the turn table that makes it ...
  A: If you will pose this question to us at: info@kieferappliance.com , we will be glad to look at our ...
Microwave venting9/5/2008
  Q: My over the stove GE microwave (2 yr old) does not vent well. Consumer guide said none of these ...
  A: If this unit is connected to an outside vent that has a blower motor, you may be able to purchase a ...
Danby Microwave Error Code9/3/2008
  Q: My Danby microwave has started to beep every couple of minutes and displays an error code 1:10. Just ...
  A: Every micro wave is different and I am not familier with this model. Sometimes an error code can be ...
Whirlpool Gold Accubake System Microwave9/2/2008
  Q: I had a power outage at my house and when the power was restored the microwave light doesn't come on ...
  A: It sounds like the power serge burned up a door switch or the circuit board and the control board is ...
Everstar ice maker9/2/2008
  Q: We have a customer with an Everstar ice maker Model # HD1M35 and we need a water pump for it. Can ...
  A: I am not familier with this brand but if it says "Made in China" on the unit, you will probably not ...
Royal Rochester Percolator fuse?9/1/2008
  Q: Mr. Wayne Kiefer; Was at a Rummage sale and came across a Royal Rochester Percolator and purchased ...
  A: Actually, it does. It means that the unit was made to have the fuse replaced. If you would like to ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster-Model23509/1/2008
  Q: Hey Wayne, this is my problem. my wife, while mixing a batch of her famous chocolate chip cookies ...
  A: I can send you a parts diagram of a machine like yours but you will have to request it from my ...
microwave LED faded8/31/2008
  Q: i have a sharp model r1601 that i can't read the display because of it fading. it has been unplugged ...
  A: I think the main touch control board is bad and there is not much you can do but replace it and with ...
Vintage Hamilton Beach Scuvill model 258/31/2008
  Q: I bought this at a garage sale for $1.00 and it works perfect--no vibration etc. Anyway, is there a ...
  A: This is a very good old mixer and should last a long time. There is supposed to be a special screw ...
Royal Rochester Percolator fuse?8/30/2008
  Q: Mr. Wayne Kiefer; Was at a Rummage sale and came across a Royal Rochester Percolator and purchased ...
  A: I am not familier with this brand but I assume it is very old. If you can take a picture of the ...
Plug button8/27/2008
  Q: I had to replace a handle that broke on my Whirlpool MH6700xx-0 microwave, which was purchased in ...
  A: There is a special type of appliance paint that you can get to use for such applications. It comes ...
Plug button8/27/2008
  Q: I had to replace a handle that broke on my Whirlpool MH6700xx-0 microwave, which was purchased in ...
  A: There are appliance dealers on the internet that deal only in obsolete parts. Try a search on ...
Hamilton Beach Standing Mixer Model G and Faberware FCM3008/22/2008
  Q: I have an old Hamilton Beach Stand Mixer Model G and I need a new handle for it. Do you know where I ...
  A: The mixer handle I may be able to help you with as we do have a good supply of used parts for old ...
shop vac8/22/2008
  Q: I am in Florida dealing with Fay and I have a shop vac do I need a filter for liquid extraction.
  A: Most wet/dry vacs do not us a filter for water pick up. I suppose that you could use a foam filter ...
Sunbeam Mixer Model #012668/20/2008
  Q: I have Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer, model # 01266 with a loose speed control. The mixer is probably ...
  A: Now I see what you have. Sunbeam only made this model for two years and they discontinued all parts ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Model 11 Power Resistor8/19/2008
  Q: I purchased the above item from an antique store and before purchase I tried it out and it seemed to ...
  A: I think the repairman that you talked to may have been wrong. The low end and high end speeds are ...
Sunbeam Mixer Model #012668/19/2008
  Q: I have Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer, model # 01266 with a loose speed control. The mixer is probably ...
  A: I looked in my books from Sunbeam and could not find a 1266 model. Is the speed control a mechanical ...
Kenmore Dehumidifier8/19/2008
  Q: I have a Kenmore dehumidifier, model 580.54701400, that the fan won't run. The compressor kicks on ...
  A: I would agree with your theory. If you are getting power to the motor and it does not run, you have ...
rechargeable battery for a portable hairdryer?8/19/2008
  Q: I'm looking for either a NiMH battery or a Lithium Ion Battery pack that I could use to make a 1200 ...
  A: Are you sure you require 1200 volts? This is quite high. I do not think you will get 30 minutes ...
hamilton beach model H8/18/2008
  Q: i have recently acquired a Hamilton beach model H stand mixer, it has no attachments other than the ...
  A: I would have new beaters in stock but any other attachments would have to be used from Craigs List ...
everstar crock pot dse-608/14/2008
  Q: How can I buy a lid for a everstar crock pot model DSE-60?
  A: Parts for appliances are very hard to get lately. Everything is being made in China and they do not ...
Parts for8/13/2008
  Q: I am missing the top of the pot and the cord that has a 3/4" pin spacing. Any Ideas on where I can ...
  A: If you will give us the measurement of the hole diameter on the top I probably have a glass insert ...
G.E. Toaster Cat # 139T818/11/2008
  Q: I am trying to obtain repair instructions for this toaster. Specifically, how to PROPERLY open it ...
  A: It seems that GE made about 50 different models over the years so I am not sure what yours looks ...
G.E. Toaster Cat # 139T818/11/2008
  Q: I am trying to obtain repair instructions for this toaster. Specifically, how to PROPERLY open it ...
  A: I have never seen repair instructions for any GE appliance. They just do not want any one working ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster8/11/2008
  Q: I have a Sunbeam Vista Mixmaster Mixer, 235 watts, 12 speeds (have searched all over the appliance ...
  A: You should replace both the resistor and the capacitor. This will solve your problem. We have both ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Stand Mixer8/10/2008
  Q: I only have a service # 80-37BD, no model number can be found. It's old, I know, but I love it. ...
  A: We repair mixers like yours every day and have most of the parts in stock to repair them. If you ...
Everstar Ice Maker8/8/2008
  Q: I just bought a home and it has an under the counter ice maker by Everstar Appliances, Model ...
  A: I have no contacts with Everstar so I am not going to be much help but have you tried their website? ...
fan motor8/8/2008
  Q: I have a fan that is not working, how do I test the motor and switch with a multimeter. The switch ...
  A: Do not do this test with the fan plugged in to a socket and disconnect the switch from the motor or ...
antique coffee perc8/7/2008
  Q: I have a "Porcelier" porcelin coffee perc from 1938 by Porcelier MFG Co. Greensberg Pa Cat # 410. ...
  A: I have generic fuses that will work in your coffeemaker but the problem is to get the correct ...
microwave8/7/2008
  Q: I have an electrolux over the range microwave and it shows an error code of ES?? the light comes on ...
  A: It sounds like the control circuit board is malfunctioning. You may find that the repair cost is ...
GRAIN GRINDER FOR OSTER KITCHEN CENTER8/6/2008
  Q: This is not so much of a repair question as a general question. I have an Oster Kitchen Center and ...
  A: If you have the coffee grinder attachment, it should work for grains. Coffee beans are harder than ...
everstar coffee makere8/6/2008
  Q: Where can I buy a pot for and Everstar coffee maker, live in California, online is ok, Thanks Jorge
  A: Try a search for "small appliance service" and see what you can find in Ca. I think you may have to ...
West Bend bread machine overheats8/6/2008
  Q: We have used a West Bend horizontal loaf bread machine Model 41085 "Bakery Style" 11/07/97 for about ...
  A: We used to be a West Bend service center but they did not make any bread makers here. They bought ...
Oster Coffee Maker Model: 3309-33 (Canadian model)8/5/2008
  Q: I just bought this coffee maker, and am pleased with the coffee it makes, but it has a very annoying ...
  A: If you can get it apart and locate the alarm mechanism, you should be able to disconnect one of the ...
electric cord for Black & Decker griddle8/4/2008
  Q: I need a plug-in cord for a B & D mod #GR100 griddle. I've seen other inquiries to you about ...
  A: We are not a B & D authorized dealer any more so I do not have any parts books to look up this part. ...
Sunbeam Waffle Maker &Grill Model CG8/4/2008
  Q: The temperature switch on our unit will turn on and off With the heating coils getting very red, ...
  A: There are only two or three components to a waffle iron and it sounds like the thermostat is bad in ...
Mixmaster MMA8/2/2008
  Q: I got an old model at a yard sale. It has a juicer and some other items with it that are in good ...
  A: MMA is the model # that you will need to order any parts for this unit. It is about 20-30 years old ...
Fuse at Microwave8/2/2008
  Q: My microwave (Sharp Carousel II; about 18 years old) stopped working. I opened it up and checked the ...
  A: I have not heard the term "monitor switch" used in other microwaves but it seems like every manf. ...
basement dehumidifier7/28/2008
  Q: I have two Kenmore dehumidifiers, model 580.54701. 70 pint low temp dehumidifiers and a third one ...
  A: The old dehumidifier uses a different, more efficient, freon and therefore will take out moisture ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster MMA7/28/2008
  Q: I recently became the owner of a Mixmaster MMA, which appears to be in good shape, other than the ...
  A: You can try one trick and see if it works before getting new beaters. The snap rings have to fit ...
B&D overcounter coffeemaker7/27/2008
  Q: You have to bang on the thermal switch to make it brew. I beleive it needs a new one, the number is ...
  A: We sell parts as well but B & D does not sell any parts for this unit. We may have a generic ...
Rangaire Vent-A-Hood Model 2-7477/27/2008
  Q: I need a filter for my Rangaire Vent-A-Hood. The dimensions are 18 3/4" x 9". It is a metal mesh ...
  A: There are websites on the internet that will make any size that you need. Just do a search and you ...
Kenmore microwave7/16/2008
  Q: I have a Kenmore microwave model # 721.62349201 that has quit heating. Any suggestions on ...
  A: It could be anything and with labor costs as high as they are today, I would check on a price for a ...
Sunbeam Vista Food Processor: S Blade7/16/2008
  Q: We came across a Sunbeam Vista Professional Food Processor. It has a lot of slicing tools and the ...
  A: You should go out and purchase a lottery ticket because this is your lucky day. These have not been ...
vintage Sunbeam mixmaster7/16/2008
  Q: I was given on older 12-speed Sunbeam Mixmaster stand mixer. Everything on it works great. My ...
  A: Most of the old Sunbeam mixers had the service # located near where the beaters go into the mixer. ...
1953 Sunbeam Square Waffle Iron7/16/2008
  Q: I need a replacement cord for this jewel. Would prefer a coiled cord if possible as the cord is ...
  A: I do not know of any appliances that use a coil cord. They have to be a special HPN heat cord. We ...
Toaster Convection oven as a food dehydrator?7/15/2008
  Q: I have a Oster countertop toaster/convection oven. I want to dry herbs from my garden as gifts for ...
  A: They are not advertised as a dehydrator but I do not see why it would not work. I would place an ...
everstar coffee maker7/14/2008
  Q: I have an everstar programable 10 cup coffee maker in which the "POT" itself fell off the counter ...
  A: I am not familiar with this brand but it is probably made in china and there are no parts available. ...
Bosch Hand Mixer7/11/2008
  Q: We have Bosch Hand Mixer MFQ2100UC/01 300W. The cord has broken right where it comes out of the ...
  A: Most everything is being made in China now. They do not believe in screws so they snap everything ...
replacement cover for westinghouse crock pot7/11/2008
  Q: How can I buy a replacement glass cover for my Westinghouse crock pot - I can't even find a ...
  A: You can not find a website because Westinghouse has not made a cooker or crock pot in over 15 years. ...
Farberware FSM 350 stand mixer7/10/2008
  Q: Where do I find a set of replacement beaters for this mixer? Every site I hit just wants to sell me ...
  A: Farberware never made a mixer. They bought their mixers from outside vendors such as Sunbeam or ...
sunbeam mixers7/10/2008
  Q: I have a sunbeam 60th anniversary edition mix master (clear glass bowls) and a sunbeam vista mix ...
  A: The only way you can get any attachments would be through Craigs list or Ebay. They did make a set ...
Re: Kitchenaid standing mixer - Can't lift arm to insert bowl7/9/2008
  Q: The motor to the mixer works fine. We cannot lift the arm to insert or extract the mixing bowl. ...
  A: There is probably a small plastic part in the top of the stand that is broken. I can send you a ...
Manual for my Harvest Maid Food Dehydrator7/9/2008
  Q: Wayne, We recently moved and lost the manual for my Harvest Maid Model FD-200. It was made by ...
  A: Try a search under "Harvest Maid" or "Alternative Pioneering". We never repaired any of their ...
coffee perc landers,frary & clark7/8/2008
  Q: universal E9159 art deco- sentimenta value -thermostat not functioning- please help ! david wexler ...
  A: Some of these old units never had thermostats to turn off after the brew cycle and others did. Have ...
kenmore dehumidifiers7/7/2008
  Q: I read your answer to a question about hot air blowing from a dehumidifier. I have one in my ...
  A: Yes, it would be better to use an air conditioner but the air conditioner would have to be vented to ...
rival ice cream maker wooden bucket7/7/2008
  Q: my ice cream maker wouldn't stop after 1 hour, so I checked the ice cream. The ice cream was frozen ...
  A: I have not seen a Rival ice cream maker in years. The reason that you can not find a website is ...
Replacement grease screen for oven hood7/5/2008
  Q: I have an old Rangeaire oven hood, and I need a replacement grease screen for it. There is no part ...
  A: I used to sell them but my supplier stopped carrying them and I have not found a new one yet. I ...
mixe wm40567e7/4/2008
  Q: this hamilton beach stand mixer was my mothers am trying to get a little history of the machine may ...
  A: The model # that you are giving me is not a # that I recognize at all. If it is an old mixer, it ...
cuisinart dcc-490sa grind n brew coffee maker7/2/2008
  Q: Have used the unit for about a year. A few months ago, it suddenly began to reset itself or lose ...
  A: It needs a new pc board that controls all aspects of grinding and brewing. In other words it is ...
Convection toaster oven6/30/2008
  Q: Is there any convection/toaster oven that is made any place other than China? You mentioned to ...
  A: The only two that we could ever service were Toastmaster and Farberware. Neither is still made and ...
magnifying light6/29/2008
  Q: This is a typical magnifying light sold at Fry's with a base that has an electrical outlet in the ...
  A: If this is a standard incandescent bulb lamp the new switch may work but it it is a florescent bulb ...
HB Model E mixer brushes6/29/2008
  Q: Can you suggest a source for a couple of carbon brushes for my Hamilton Beach Model E mixer? These ...
  A: We have brushes that will fit this mixer but you may have to use the old springs. If the armature ...
Replacement cord Black & Decker Glue Gun6/28/2008
  Q: I need a cord for Model 9734. The slot for the plug is oval and about 5/8" long; the posts or ...
  A: If you will go to the "Dewalt" website, you should be able to look up this item and order it ...
Montgomery Wards Kitchen Mixer Model 20096/27/2008
  Q: I bought a mixer today at a garage sale, seems to be working fine but was wondering if we should be ...
  A: This mixer is probably about 40 years old as Montgomery Ward has not made mixers for about that ...
Dormeyer mixer replacement handle6/27/2008
  Q: I have an old Dormeyer mixer, of family sentimental value. The handle is broken; do you know where I ...
  A: I think I have two Dormeyer mixers left for parts. If you send me a picture of your mixer, I will ...
Kitchen aid mixer6/26/2008
  Q: Just moved, unpacked mixer and there was oil that had leaked out. Mixer was not damaged. What should ...
  A: If the mixer was laying on it's side sometimes grease does drip out. I would stand it upright for a ...
removing cutting base from blender's jar6/25/2008
  Q: I bought Hamilton Beach Blender Chef 12 Speed 2 months back. I can not remove the blender jar's ...
  A: This does get to be a problem. We have placed the jar nut in a vise and then turn the jar. We have ...
Everstar Electric Skillet Lid6/23/2008
  Q: I have an Everstar Stainless steel skillet model # 640-499. When I was cleaning the lid it fell off ...
  A: I am not familier with this brand but if you will send me a picture of the cover and handle I will ...
convection microwave6/23/2008
  Q: At our office, we would like to buy one appliance that can heat in various ways. Some people like ...
  A: I would say no in most cases. The convection ovens use a regular heating element to heat and a fan ...
Microwave turntable6/23/2008
  Q: I have a 3 year old E-Wave OTC microwave that the turntable has never worked on. We tested the ...
  A: Most of the time the turntable motor is controlled by the main circuit board. There is an over ...
spacemaker fuse6/21/2008
  Q: I have a black and decker coffee space maker ODC450. Machine quit working and no digital lights ...
  A: There are no parts available from B & D for this model any more. I would like to congratulate you ...
gas Bar-B-Q6/21/2008
  Q: Is it possible to convert a gas bar-b-q into a propane tank bar-b-q? If so, who would I take it to ...
  A: We do not service gas or propane grills so I can not answer this question as an expert but I will ...
GE Microwave Fan Keeps Running6/20/2008
  Q: GE JVM1870BF06 Microwave oven was left on empty until it overheated. Microwave was completely dead. ...
  A: It will be in the line that feeds the fan motor. I looks like a disc about 1/2 " in dia. and it ...
GE Microwave Fan Keeps Running6/19/2008
  Q: GE JVM1870BF06 Microwave oven was left on empty until it overheated. Microwave was completely dead. ...
  A: It sounds like the problem may be in the main pc board as that is usually what controls the fan ...
Hamilton Beach Malt Mixer No 30 - 33 - 9346/18/2008
  Q: I have a few Hamilton Beach Malt mixers. I want to refurbish one, a model 30, and wish to have the ...
  A: We do not repair very many of these blenders any more so I will have to try to remember how we did ...
KitchenAid Blender repair6/17/2008
  Q: I have a mod.#KSB50B4.The rubber blade engagement piece on top of the motor base needs ...
  A: I think it is a 10mm but I am not sure. I am not at the shop and will not be there until next week. ...
Holmes Fan6/17/2008
  Q: The boss purchased 4 new Holmes fans for the shop, over a year ago. This summer two of the five ...
  A: Sorry but do you know how much liability insurance I would have to carry if I even suggested how to ...
Salton "Pizza Chef"6/17/2008
  Q: Wayne. The top element on the Salton "Pizza Chef" does not heat enough for my liking. It measures ...
  A: Salton does not make any parts for any of their appliances so repair is out of the question. We ...
sunbean toaster t-356/16/2008
  Q: I received this toaster as a wedding gift in 1961 and since then it has worked fabulously until ...
  A: This is your lucky day. We service many of these units each year and have a good supply of new and ...
Sunbeam Toaster Oven Door6/16/2008
  Q: Sunbeam Toaster Oven - the door seems to have lost its 'closing spring' - it used to spring closed ...
  A: You are correct that all of these ovens are different but I will try to aid you. There are probably ...
KitchenAid Blender repair6/16/2008
  Q: I have a mod.#KSB50B4.The rubber blade engagement piece on top of the motor base needs ...
  A: We can get you the part but it is not easy to replace. You have to hold the drive shaft with a very ...
ge 3/4 hp electric motor6/15/2008
  Q: I am trying to figure out how to wire a bremas switch to a ge motor. Bremas has orange t9 white t2 ...
  A: Check, using a continuity test, the switch. See which two wires have continuity in the on position. ...
Sunbeam Toaster Oven Door6/14/2008
  Q: Sunbeam Toaster Oven - the door seems to have lost its 'closing spring' - it used to spring closed ...
  A: Either the spring has broken or the tab that holds the end of the spring has broken. In any case, ...
connecting the beaters on my mixmaster6/14/2008
  Q: How do I connect the beater on my used Sunbeam Mixmaster heritage series? The model # is 2350. I ...
  A: You should be able to just rotate one until it drops into place. It may go in kind of hard and that ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster 106/14/2008
  Q: I need a new power cord for a Sunbeam Mixmaster 10, dated 1950. Any chance?
  A: We have the power cord that you need. It is a three wire grounded cord instead of the older two ...
Microwave Oven6/10/2008
  Q: I moved into a new house this week and used a KitchenAid counter top microwave oven the first ...
  A: If you take the case off the unit there may be a circuit diagram taped to the inside. This should ...
Beater misalignment in Sunbeam Heritage Series Stand Mixer Model 23466/7/2008
  Q: I read your very informative answer to an almost identical question. Unfortunately, the front of ...
  A: In most cases of beater misalignment, the problem is that a gear has lost a tooth or two. At this ...
Beater misalignment in Sunbeam Heritage Series Stand Mixer Model 23466/6/2008
  Q: I read your very informative answer to an almost identical question. Unfortunately, the front of ...
  A: The 2346 does not have any internal parts available for it so repair is not possible. It is a ...
microwave oven work light6/6/2008
  Q: when attempting to remove one of the work lights from my GE Spacemaker microwave (over the range) ...
  A: I think you have encountered an all-in-one type bulb. The bulb is part of the socket and has to be ...
dehumidifier blowing out very hot air6/5/2008
  Q: I have a Whirlpool dehumidifier that as soon as its starts running it blows out very hot air, it ...
  A: If it is blowing hot air that means that the cooling system is working properly. It has to expel ...
Sears Air Compressor6/3/2008
  Q: I have an old model Sears 1hp paint sprayer air compressor I got when my Granddad passed away. It ...
  A: You need a new check valve. This valve releases the pressure so the motor can start with no tank ...
kitchenaid household blender6/2/2008
  Q: Where do I purchase the black connector on the blender? model#KSB5083.The black connector is ...
  A: This is a common problem with all Kitchenaid blenders. Can you get the old one off and is the ...
Oster Kitchen Center6/1/2008
  Q: My wife has an Oster Kitchen Center with all the attachments. She hadn't used it for a few years, ...
  A: Sunbeam purchased Oster and the Kitchen Center has been discontinued for over 10 years. We still ...
Sunbeam 60th Anniversary stand mixer6/1/2008
  Q: I have the Sunbeam 60th Anniversary Limited Edition stand mixer. Everything works fine except the ...
  A: There is an adjusting screw to adjust the tension of the beaters on the bowl. This screw is located ...
Landers Frary Clark Coffee pot5/31/2008
  Q: I have a Universal Landers Frary Clark / Made in the USA/ New Britain Conn / Model #E91759, Pat July ...
  A: This must have been sold in the eastern US as I have not heard of the brand. The "Universal" brand ...
Sunbeam Vista Stand Mixer5/30/2008
  Q: I have a Sunbeam Vista Stand Mixer and the stand broke in half. Is there a replacement stand ...
  A: You must have been making some very hard cookies. If you will look for the model or service # from ...
sunbeam mixmaster5/30/2008
  Q: I have a model 2360 Sunbeam Mixmaster, and some months ago while I was using it it seemed to ...
  A: This unit has a circuit board that controls the speed and I am sorry to say, there are no parts ...
Sunbeam electric blankets5/29/2008
  Q: I'm on my third blanket in about 4 years. What a waste to toss. Where is the thermostat? I'd like ...
  A: Most of the time the problem is in the thermostat control and it is located in the control where you ...
microwave5/22/2008
  Q: The paint is peeling in my microwave and has rusted, creating a small hole all the way through the ...
  A: You can repaint but you have to use an appliance paint. Just to be safe, I would use a piece of ...
sunbeam mixmaster power cord wiring5/20/2008
  Q: I removed the old power cord to replace, but took a year to put in the new one and now I can't ...
  A: There are many different models of Sunbeam mixers and without knowing which one you have it is very ...
lamp wattage5/18/2008
  Q: I'm assuming you are in the U.S. but I live in the UK, where the voltage is 240, and which county's ...
  A: The higher the wattage, the more heat is given off. Each socket has a wattage and therefore a heat ...
Sewing machine power cord5/17/2008
  Q: I have a Bernina embroidery machine that I've lost the power cord to. It would be wonderful if you ...
  A: We do not repair sewing machines so I do not know what the cord may look like but one of my repair ...
cooker hook suction fan not working5/17/2008
  Q: My cooker hook suction fan does not work when I switch ON.The indicator light was also not working ...
  A: If the light worked before when the motor worked, I would guess at a bad switch. It sounds like ...
dehumidifier setting5/16/2008
  Q: I own a LG dehumidifier for my unfinished basement which enables you to set a humidity level. I set ...
  A: I do not know the size capacity of your unit but if it is a smaller unit with only one set of coils, ...
blender5/14/2008
  Q: I have a single Hamilton Beach malt mixer. The clip that holds the stainless steel cup is missing. ...
  A: There were three different types of this clip made. If you can take a picture and email it to us ...
Sunbeam Mixer Model 23605/12/2008
  Q: We have a Sunbeam mixer, Model 2360, Service No. 1-46CB. The on/off, speed switch no longer works. ...
  A: I looked up your model and Sunbeam does not make any internal parts for this mixer. The only chance ...
charger5/11/2008
  Q: I am looking for a charger for a gizmo grater
  A: You got me on that one. I guess I never needed any gizmos ground up. I am sure it is a "made in ...
Small electric motor died5/8/2008
  Q: I have a a Honeywell Enviracare 13520 air purifier and It stopped working the other day. I turned ...
  A: I probably decided that that was a good time to die. The motors in these units are not the best. ...
Sharp Convection carousel microwave door5/8/2008
  Q: We have a Sharp Convection Carousel microwave model number R-930AW. One of the door latches got ...
  A: Yes, you will have to remove the case to get at the door lock. Some hardware stores carry the ...
Hamilton Beach Model G Mixer5/6/2008
  Q: My mixer needs a new power cord. Can you suggest where I can get one. The mixer is 120 watts and ...
  A: We have them in stock and can sell to you or we can install it for you. We always install a three ...
touch lamp repair5/6/2008
  Q: What is causing my touch lamp to turn on, on its own? It was working fine until I had to replace the ...
  A: You may have gotten a malfunctioning sensor or it may be wired wrong. Check the diagram that they ...
Hamilton Beach Super Mixette5/5/2008
  Q: I own a 1972 white (HB) Super Mixette hand mixer, I acquired it on Ebay with it's box, it runs ...
  A: Parts for the Mixettes are vary rare because not too many people held on the them. Most were tossed ...
Mixmaster repair5/4/2008
  Q: Wayne, Do you still accept model 12 Sunbeam Mixmasters for diagnosis and repair? If you do, what ...
  A: Yes, we will be glad to look at your mixer. Please just send us the mixer motor only and a $10 ...
Bissell pro heat5/3/2008
  Q: I am attempting to reassemble a Bissell proheat carpet cleaner after replacing fluid pump,I have ...
  A: I am sorry but we do not service vacuums or rug cleaners. I would suggest that you go to the ...
Black and Decker GR100 griddle cord5/2/2008
  Q: We received a new gr100. We threw the box out without realizing that the cord must have still been ...
  A: If you will measure the distance between the pins on the griddle, I think we will be able to come up ...
replacement platter for microwave5/2/2008
  Q: we accidentally dropped our glass microwave platter and broke it... Do you know where we could get a ...
  A: If this is the old microwave/convection oven unit I do not think you are going to find one. If it ...
Sears dehumidifier date of mfg. code5/1/2008
  Q: I have a Sears dehumidifier I bought on the Internet about 3 years ago. The fan runs and the ...
  A: Two things to check before you ask for service on this unit. The temperature has to be at least 65 ...
range5/1/2008
  Q: no expert is available for major appliances so i figure i would ask you. maybe you can help. Modern ...
  A: I do not service large appliances but I agree with you that the thermostat may be malfunctioning. ...
Microwave Turntable4/28/2008
  Q: I have a Panasonic Microwave that is about three years old. Recently, the turn table turns when the ...
  A: I sounds like it may be a door switch that is supposed to turn the turn table off when the door is ...
Sears Dehumidifier4/28/2008
  Q: I bought a Sears Dehumidifier, Model #580 53650200 on February 13, 2003. I paid $2l3.00 for it and ...
  A: You do not say what is not working about it. The motor, the cooling, or the controls? Normally ...
universal landers frary and clark coffe maker4/28/2008
  Q: I have an old universal coffe maker that dose not work. it had a fuse installed I am betting that ...
  A: We have generic fuses that will fit many coffee makers but we have to know what temp your fuse is. ...
Eureka 5847 bv4/27/2008
  Q: My on/off switch does not lock into either position firmly any more and we can not get the vacuum to ...
  A: Sorry, we have to be an authorized service center to have any of their repair literature and we are ...
oster kitchen center4/26/2008
  Q: My wife got an old oster kitchen center from her grandma and the speed control doesn't work right. I ...
  A: I do have two different circuit boards for kitchen centers. If you will contact us at: ...
Repair of Sunbeam Mixmaster4/18/2008
  Q: I have an old Sunbeam mixmaster which now only works on one speed. I am looking for someone to fix ...
  A: We repair these units all the time. If you will ship just the mixer motor assembly, we will call ...
dough hooks4/16/2008
  Q: I have a wonderful model 10A1 sunbeam mixer. Can you please tell me if this will take a dough hook ...
  A: Yes, they did make dough hooks for this mixer but only as an attachment so not too many were made. ...
Everstar Under counter Ice Maker4/15/2008
  Q: Everstar Under Counbter Ice Maker won't make ice -- makes a beeping noise.
  A: Sorry, but we have never seen one of these units in our shop so I can only guess at your problem. ...
cg-1 waffle maker plates4/14/2008
  Q: How can I clean the waffle plates? It is difficult to get the SOS pad in between and to the bottom ...
  A: An oven cleaner will work but you will have to season the plates after cleaning or everything will ...
dehumidifier4/11/2008
  Q: I just bought a house in Florida and was advised to leave a dehumidifier on during the summer when I ...
  A: First of all, if you are going to leave the machine on when you are not there, you do not want an ...
Old Microwave4/11/2008
  Q: My one and only microwave that I have ever owned was made by JC Penney and is now about 24 years ...
  A: If you are worried about leakage, you can purchase a very inexpensive meter that will measure the ...
Compressor problems4/9/2008
  Q: Sounds like I may have a similar problem. I have a 26 gal 5hp campbell Haufield compressor and it ...
  A: I assume you have an oil less compressor. WW Grainger used to carry parts for Campbell but I do not ...
Sunbeam Stand Mixer Problem4/7/2008
  Q: I have a sunbeam dual motor 450w Heritage series. I was mixing a bread dough when suddenly the ...
  A: There is a circuit breaker on the motor and it must have reset after cooling. Most of the time this ...
Sunbeam Stand Mixer Problem4/7/2008
  Q: I have a sunbeam dual motor 450w Heritage series. I was mixing a bread dough when suddenly the ...
  A: Your mixer should still be under warranty. Just send it to us and we will have a new one shipped to ...
waffle iron repair4/7/2008
  Q: I understand that I have to use or have someone use "Silver Soldier to connect the HOT wire to the ...
  A: We try to use mechanical connectors whenever we can. They are much safer and easier to use. If we ...
GE electric motor wiring4/5/2008
  Q: I have an old air compressor that I purchased a new pump for. The old pump ran clockwise, but my new ...
  A: It seems like every motor is wired differently. If you take the cover off of he wiring area there ...
old Hamilton Beach Milk Shake blender4/4/2008
  Q: I have an old one. I can't find a model number. It's the one with the heavy green enamel feet and ...
  A: The brushes I would probably have in stock. The brush caps are a different story. This was the ...
Mixmaster Vista model VMM-P4/4/2008
  Q: i have an old mixer that the socket for the power plug is either dislodged or broken (i bet broken). ...
  A: I think your has either a small cap in the center of the speed control or it may have a larger ...
Mixmaster Vista model VMM-P4/4/2008
  Q: i have an old mixer that the socket for the power plug is either dislodged or broken (i bet broken). ...
  A: If I remember, the Vista is a split case unit. You will have to take the speed control cap off the ...
general mills Dry Hand Iron3/30/2008
  Q: where can I find a thermostat for this iron
  A: General Mills never made any appliances themselves. They usually had either Sunbeam or Hamilton ...
Sunbeam model 12C stand mixer3/28/2008
  Q: My Sunbeam model 12C stand mixer runs somewhat erratic and doesn't quite make it to top speed any ...
  A: It sounds like your mixer needs a little TLC. It should be taken apart and cleaned and lubricated. ...
air compressor (oilless)3/27/2008
  Q: Can I use A teflon lubricant in the piston cylinder to extend life of compressor? I replaced valve ...
  A: The cylinder kits are not that expensive to replace in most of these units. You do not say what ...
Microwave just quit working3/27/2008
  Q: We have a GE microwave that was working fine until just this morning when it began to make a very ...
  A: The magnatron tube is malfunctioning and has to be replaced. The problem is that it will cost you ...
sunbeam T48 toaster3/26/2008
  Q: Is there an adjustment for lowering toast? What is the adjustment for screw on the side for light ...
  A: There are two adjustments for this toaster but you have to take the case off the adjust one of them. ...
GE Spacemaker 1400XL3/25/2008
  Q: MOD: JVM1451WA001, SER: DV9807255, Manufactured 1999 Unit works fine except for lights. I have rang ...
  A: The GE company would be the only place that you can order the part. Check with a GE authorized ...
waffle iron cord3/25/2008
  Q: I am trying to locate a replacement cord for Mom's old waffle iron (circa 1950). It is a ...
  A: You need a three wire HPN heat cord for this unit. We always use a three wire so there is not a ...
blenders3/25/2008
  Q: How do I remove the coupler on my Kitchenaid blender model no. ksb5gr4.
  A: We use a metric wrench that we have ground down very thin and bent to a slight angle. Slip it under ...
microwave noise3/24/2008
  Q: I have a mid size microwave three or four years old I think. It is on a counter that is a bit uneven ...
  A: It is very difficult for me to guess at what the problem could be from your description. It could ...
replacement power cord3/21/2008
  Q: I need a replacement power cord for a Tefal waffle maker/griddle. It needs to have 3 holes, with a ...
  A: We do not deal with Tefal because parts are very hard to find as you are finding out. I think that ...
Hamilton Beach model E stand mixer3/21/2008
  Q: I have an old Hamilton Beach model E stand mixer that was probably built in the 40's. Recently, the ...
  A: These are very rare. I used to carry them but the company that I ordered them from stopped making ...
Wiring Question3/18/2008
  Q: I'm in the process of converting an old antique coffee pot into a lamp. The pot has the old-style 2 ...
  A: You have a good idea but I do not recommend what you would like to do. You will have some open wires ...
crock pot doesn't heat3/18/2008
  Q: I have a Rival Smart pot, it won't heat anymore. When I plug it in the power light comes on, I can ...
  A: The main pc board or the element is not working properly and you have a "made in China special" that ...
Spacemaker XL1800 GE Profile Microwave oven3/18/2008
  Q: The unit recently starting making increasingly loud noises. It is still heating. It sounds like the ...
  A: We are not an authorized service center for GE so I do not have any manuals for them. I would be ...
Small utility electric heater3/15/2008
  Q: I have a small Lakewood heater(Model 792/JR) that quit working. When I opened up the unit there was ...
  A: Do not bypass the fuse. If you will call us at: 608-221-3322, we will be able to supply just the ...
electric fan3/14/2008
  Q: in a attempt to clean a small electric fan - i removed the cover over the motor. (that was a ...
  A: A three speed fan will have one hot lead and three speed wires. Usually the hot lead is the black ...
flat top stove3/12/2008
  Q: I have a black flat top stove and an some kind of fiber-type cloth was accidently laid down on it ...
  A: Have you tried turning the stove top on as low as it will go and then use the cleaner. We do not ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Model MMA3/11/2008
  Q: The handle has broken on my old reliable mixer. Is there a replacement out there somewhere? I've ...
  A: We should have a used handle for your mixer. Please call us at: 608-221-3322 and we can take your ...
standing light3/11/2008
  Q: I recently found a very nice standing lamp with no lamp shade. It works ok but may need some ...
  A: It keeps the bulb tight in the socket. Some bulbs tend to loosen over time causing a loose ...
Squeaky Micro turntable3/11/2008
  Q: I have a GE Profile Convection-Microwave that has started making an annoying squeaking noise when in ...
  A: I would have to see the unit to see where the problem is. You can try to oil the wheels on the ...
ge xl1400 microwave3/10/2008
  Q: I need to change the light bulbs. how do you do this?
  A: Every micro wave is different. Some have a bulb that you can screw in and others have one molded to ...
Kitchenaid mixer3/9/2008
  Q: Why wont a 110volt mixer work with a 220 volt step down transformer?
  A: It should if the wattage of the step down unit is large enough. You should check the mixer and see ...
Sunbeam Heritage Mixmaster replacement beaters3/8/2008
  Q: I am desperately looking for replacement beaters for my mixer. I have another wedding cake coming ...
  A: Sunbeam made a few different heritage models. If you will get the model or service # from the ...
Hamilton Beach Model K3/8/2008
  Q: My old HB Model K mixer has developed a loud squeak, probably from where the beaters latch in and ...
  A: Most of the time loud squeaks come from the motor bearings. The mixer has to be disassembled and ...
GE JKP62G Microwave3/7/2008
  Q: I have a build-in GE JKP62G Microwave/oven. The glass outer door of microwave was broken itself one ...
  A: There are some large appliance parts dealers on the net that specialize in obsolete parts. Try the ...
Toaster repair parts3/2/2008
  Q: I need a Toaster part, having no luck finding it, hate to throw it away for a simple part, I need ...
  A: The only way I may have it is used. If you could take a picture of your toaster and send it to me ...
Central Vac motor repair3/2/2008
  Q: I had typed a full explanation but it dissapeared when I did spellcheck. Question what should I use ...
  A: If the motor has ball bearings, you should use something fairly thick such as a good lithium ...
adjustable bed control replacement3/1/2008
  Q: I have a Niagara #3312 adjustable bed with a wired control for head & foot up/down and massage which ...
  A: The printed circuit board changes the 120 VAC from the plug into probably 12 VDC and sends it to the ...
adjustable bed control replacement2/29/2008
  Q: I have a Niagara #3312 adjustable bed with a wired control for head & foot up/down and massage which ...
  A: You have to realize that I am not familiar with the bed you are asking about as we have never ...
Microwave2/29/2008
  Q: I don't know if microwave ovens are in your range of expertise, but I will ask you anyway. I have a ...
  A: I am not sure how GE attaches their turntables but I would look on the GE website and sometimes they ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Meat Grinder PTU2/28/2008
  Q: I have a Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer, model number unknown. The only number I can locate on the mixer is ...
  A: You unit will take the later made unit. The 1-7A and B as well as the 1-8A and B both take the ...
light fixture2/28/2008
  Q: how can I tell if a light fixture can accept 100 w bulbs? I've checked the fixture and haven't ...
  A: Generally if the socket and shade is light weight plastic it will accept only up to 60 watt. If the ...
early 1950's Sunbeam mixmaster2/27/2008
  Q: I have a vintage sunbeam that has been in my family for 50 years. I got it from my mother last year. ...
  A: We repair a lot of old Sunbeam mixers as they were very well built and will last for ever, it seams. ...
Sunbeam electric beater mix2/27/2008
  Q: Im after some information about a mixer I purchased in great working order, it is a Sunbeam electric ...
  A: If the sticker says 220-240 volts it probably will not work on 120 in the US. I do not know where ...
cuckoo clock repair2/27/2008
  Q: My late husband gave me a cuckoo for Christmas one year about 10 years ago...it has been on my wall ...
  A: I do not know how much damage was done the clock. If the case was damaged it should be repairable. ...
Sunbeam Stand mixer 23662/26/2008
  Q: I also have a sunbeam stand mixer model 2366 that stopped operating under a heavier load. I believe ...
  A: Sunbeam does not make any parts for this mixer. That said, if you can find the fuse it should be ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Meat Grinder PTU2/26/2008
  Q: I have a Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer, model number unknown. The only number I can locate on the mixer is ...
  A: With out a model # I can only guess. The # that you gave me is a part # for the base or stand. The ...
Water Heater2/25/2008
  Q: Our water heater is only 8 years old and appears to work fine other than we have seen it go a couple ...
  A: You will probably have to replace the thermostat as it is not operating correctly sometimes. After ...
Replacement handle for mixer2/25/2008
  Q: I need to know where I can find a replacement handle for a Sunbeam mixer, model # 2360
  A: I tried to check Sunbeam's website today and it is not letting me get to the parts diagrams. I do ...
water heater2/18/2008
  Q: my electric water heater runs out of hot water after about 7 to 8 minutes of a hot shower. both ...
  A: Check your thermostat setting and see if it may be set too low. Also when someone is taking a ...
Air Compress won't stay running2/17/2008
  Q: Wayne, I was using my air compressor this fall to blow out my sprinklers. In the middle it died. ...
  A: The problem probably is a motor problem but try one test first. Make sure the tank has no pressure. ...
Oster Electronic Touch Control Kitchen Center2/16/2008
  Q: The toucn control pad on my Kitchen Center (978 06B) no longer responds when touched. Is this ...
  A: I am really surprised that it lasted as long as it did. Oster would not even let us service centers ...
Electric Paper Shredder2/16/2008
  Q: I've owned and extensively used an inexpensive electric paper shredder for at least five years with ...
  A: I can not really help you on this question as we do not service shredders because no companies have ...
3 HEAD OLD HAMILTON BEACH MALTED MACHINE2/16/2008
  Q: BLENDER WORKS FINE BUT WHEN YOU PUT A CUP ON ANY OF THE 3 HEADS THEY TURN ON BUT WHEN YOU TAKE CUP ...
  A: If you have the old green HB malt mixer, the switch is located about half way up the stand. The ...
waterheater toubles2/14/2008
  Q: The pilot light on my water heater won't stay on hat could be the problem?
  A: You must have a gas water heater and when the thermocouple stops working the pilot light will go out ...
Kitche Aide Standing Mixer2/14/2008
  Q: We bought our mixer in the US. We now live in China. My daughter accidently plugged it into the ...
  A: It can be repaired but I think the cost will be more than a new unit. I think they sell for about ...
resistance heat wire2/14/2008
  Q: I have a Westinghouse portable heater,style#808800-A-CAT.#RM-16. The heating element is a coiled ...
  A: The only way that I could come close to it is if you would send me the coil. Even then it will not ...
Ice maker problem2/7/2008
  Q: ice maker model number 80533 the problem is that when the ice has been made its as if the ice tray ...
  A: I hate to tell you this but I do not think you will be able to get this unit repaired. If it is ...
Mixmaster turntable won't turn2/7/2008
  Q: My mixmaster turntable won't turn. Isn't it supposed to? If I am supposed to turn it myself, should ...
  A: Sorry I am so late in getting to you but my computer crashed and I had to borrow one. Yes, it is ...
sunbeam mixmaster 23662/7/2008
  Q: the PC board in my mixer is bad, power is going in but not passing through the speed switch. where ...
  A: Sorry I am so late in getting to you but my computer crashed and I had to borrow one. You have ...
whirlpool microwave2/6/2008
  Q: Can I repair the plastic rack holder in my microwave, it burns and flames up when trying to cook ...
  A: Sorry I am so late in getting to you but my computer crashed and I had to borrow one. You should ...
whirlpool microwave2/6/2008
  Q: Can I repair the plastic rack holder in my microwave, it burns and flames up when trying to cook ...
  A: I would contact Whirlpool dealer either on the net or locally and order a new part. You should be ...
Sunbeam Electric Blanket2/6/2008
  Q: My electric blanket will only get slightly warm. It's practically brand new and I've followed the ...
  A: Your problem is in the thermostat control but the larger problem is that there are no parts ...
Water Softener2/5/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you have time to help me with water softener. I have a very old unit that stop ...
  A: The main thing that usually goes out of older water softeners is the timer motor. Most of these ...
sunbeam mixmaster MM300W2/5/2008
  Q: Have a sunbeam mixmaster purchased around 1977 numbered as above. The ballbearings in the centre ...
  A: There is no fix to this problem. Most of the MM mixers did not have a turntable with bearings in ...
sharp replace the door2/4/2008
  Q: how do i get the door off of a sharp microwave to put the new one on?
  A: I do not have books on a sharp microwave as we are not a dealer for them. Some units have a plastic ...
T-FAL Avante' Blender2/4/2008
  Q: I have a T-FAL Avante' blender. Although, the product is works very well (when I am able to use ...
  A: I am not familiar with T-FAL blenders but if it is like most blenders it has a removable cutting ...
Plug in Rowenta iron makes sparks2/4/2008
  Q: Everytime I plug in (or out) my new Rowenta iron there are sparks. Why?
  A: If the sparks are coming from the cord you should not be using the iron. The cord has to be ...
shavers v/s trimmers2/4/2008
  Q: im a 19 year old teen. i wanted to know the difference between shavers and trimmers. all of the ...
  A: I would recommend a trimmer for your purpose. I have a Norelco trimmer that will cut from skin ...
Amana Frig.2/3/2008
  Q: My freezer just stopped working on my 10 yr old, freezer in the bottom Amana Frig. Needless to say ...
  A: If it keeps running and doesn't cool there could be many problems but it sounds like you could be ...
kitchenaid K45SS2/3/2008
  Q: I think I have this model--it's my Mom's from 1971 that's been passed down to me. I ran it with an ...
  A: There is a small speed control board that sometimes goes bad in these units but I am only guessing. ...
Sunbeam Toaster Model 63292/2/2008
  Q: The bread tray in this toaster will no longer stay down. I think the electromagnet is defective. It ...
  A: I am afraid that you have fallen victim to the "Made in China Syndrome". Sunbeam stopped making ...
Misaligned beaters on Sunbeam Heritage Series Stand Mixer...2/2/2008
  Q: I read the question and answer about realigning the beater gears... How do I get the front off? I've ...
  A: Sunbeam made a number of Heritage series mixers through the years so I do not know which one you ...
JENN-AIR MICROWAVE QUESTION1/31/2008
  Q: I HAVE A JENN-AIR MODEL M169B MICROWAVE THAT WON'T WORK. I AM VERY PROFICIENT AT READING PRINTS, AND ...
  A: You have to be an authorized service center to have access to any Jenn-air literature and we are ...
CABINET LIGHTING FOLLOW UP QUESTION1/30/2008
  Q: HERE IS SOME ADDITIONAL INFO.THE TRANSFORMER I AM USING IS AN AC/DC ADAPTOR, INPUT 120V AC, 60HZ ...
  A: You are correct. You should have one that will supply over 100 watts as you should have a little ...
Portable heater1/30/2008
  Q: Every 1500W portable heater coils will stop glowing red after awhile. Is the heater still putting ...
  A: I would recommend a Lakewood or Lasko heater as, I think, they are still made in the U.S. ...
steam iron sprays water instead of steam1/29/2008
  Q: My steam iron sprays water when I press the steam button. Any idea why that would happen? Thanks
  A: The main problem that most steam irons have is that they do not heat hot enough to steam and then ...
CABINET LIGHTING FOLLOW UP QUESTION1/29/2008
  Q: HERE IS SOME ADDITIONAL INFO.THE TRANSFORMER I AM USING IS AN AC/DC ADAPTOR, INPUT 120V AC, 60HZ ...
  A: Either your transformer is too small for the amount of bulbs you are trying to light or you are ...
Tfal Toaster1/28/2008
  Q: I have a Tfal toaster I'm repairing. There is a small circuit board that has a large resistor, ...
  A: I am not sure if Tfal makes any parts for their appliances but you can try to contact "Fox ...
Sunbeam mixmaster model 9 coil removal1/28/2008
  Q: How does one go about removing the coil from a mixmaster model 9. I want to strip and repaint. ...
  A: The capacitor should be accessible from from the back of the unit. I have both resistors and ...
Sunbeam mixmaster model 9 coil removal1/28/2008
  Q: How does one go about removing the coil from a mixmaster model 9. I want to strip and repaint. ...
  A: You should not have to remove it to repaint the case. Sometimes when they are removed, they do ...
Sunbeam Toaster1/26/2008
  Q: I would like to know if I can send an old toaster to you for repairs. It has stopped working and I ...
  A: We repair many of these old toasters each week. They were the best toaster Sunbeam ever made. ...
UNDER CABINET LIGHTING1/26/2008
  Q: I ACQUIRED A CABINET WITH FOUR 12 VOLT, 10 WATT UNDER CABINET LIGHTS THAT ARE ON AN ELECTRICAL CORD ...
  A: Most of these lights operate on either 12 volts a.c. or 12 volts d.c. I do not know which one you ...
Black & decker under the counter toaster1/8/2008
  Q: Where may I purchase a heating element for the above toaster. I want to repair it. 11" long, 750 ...
  A: The only company selling B & D appliance parts is Fox International. They have a website but you ...
sears microwave oven1/7/2008
  Q: We have a sears spacemaster microwave oven and it stopped working. Now it does absolutely nothing. ...
  A: If everything is dead, that is a good sign. There is probably just a fuse that is blown. If you ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Heritage Series - Legacy Edition S1/6/2008
  Q: We have had the above unit for over a year now and the other day my wife was using the machine to do ...
  A: I think you are experiencing what a lot of Americans are experiencing. These new Sunbeam mixers are ...
Thermostat For B&D DE755B Coffee Maker1/6/2008
  Q: Black & Decker 12 Cup Coffee Maker DE755B Question The thermostat is blown. The numbers on the fuse ...
  A: We are not authorized for B & D so I donot have parts book for your unit. The # that is important ...
Microwave stain removal..1/5/2008
  Q: I have tried all the tips found on the internet,but nothing works for removing brown mottled stains ...
  A: It looks to me like the paint was not put on the unit properly at the factory. It is getting thin ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster 60th Anniversary1/5/2008
  Q: just found your site and hope you can help me out. my mother just gave me the mixer for christmas ...
  A: If you had the white bowls, they are not available new but I do have new clear bowls that will fit ...
New electric radiant heater tr ips Ground Fault outlet1/5/2008
  Q: When I plug my new radiant heater into a Ground Fault outlet and turn it on it trips the GF outlet. ...
  A: GFI outlets are sensitive to current balances in a circuit and will trip much faster that a regular ...
doremeyer silverbullet mixer1/4/2008
  Q: something has gone awry with my keyboard so i am not able to type many things: including numbers and ...
  A: I do have some replacement beaters for Dormeyer but will have to see a picture of your old ones to ...
Microwave stain removal..1/4/2008
  Q: I have tried all the tips found on the internet,but nothing works for removing brown mottled stains ...
  A: When food gets on the sides of a microwave, the waves will concentrate on it. This will stain and ...
CFL bulbs1/3/2008
  Q: It is I again. My reading lamp has a single 3-way (50-100-150) bulb. I have tried the highest # CFL ...
  A: As long as you have good ventilation for the bulbs there should not be a problem using two 23 watt ...
Hamilton Beach Milkshake Mixer1/3/2008
  Q: I have an OLD HB milkshake mixer. Probably from the 40's/50's. It was working great...until last ...
  A: We will be glad to look at your unit. It could be a lot of things. If you will send us the unit ...
T-FAL Toaster oven1/3/2008
  Q: I have a T-FAL toaster oven that suddenly stopped working. The oven is a 4 year old Avante Elite. ...
  A: There has to be a fuse but it could be on the circuit board. It should be on the incoming power ...
Beaters for Dormeyer Model 4300 Silver Chef mixer1/1/2008
  Q: My parents have a Dormeyer Model 4300 Silver Chef mixer that needs new beaters. Do you have beaters ...
  A: This is one of the most common Dormeyer mixers so I have been out of beaters for years. I do have ...
sunbeam toaster-matic model AT-401/1/2008
  Q: I have attempted to have this old toaster repaired. No one is interested, including approved Sunbeam ...
  A: We probably service 100 of these every year. They are not easy to work on and that is why repair ...
Need heating elements for OLD GE toaster oven1/1/2008
  Q: Do you remember the old GE toaster ovens? The small ones that when you open the door the tray ...
  A: I may still have some for this unit. If you can give me the measurement on the inside of the oven ...
roaster handle12/31/2007
  Q: Wayne, I have an old Westinghouse roaster oven. The only number I could find on the unit is ...
  A: I think you will have to be creative. I have not had one to sell for years. I think Nesco handles ...
Ge dual wave microwave (built in)12/31/2007
  Q: everything works but the start button, so the microwave will not come on. the door is a little hard ...
  A: If the door is not closing properly, my guess would be a door switch is bad. Some microwaves have ...
China Cabinet Bulb12/30/2007
  Q: My china cabinet has two 25w bulbs. The one on the left hand side will burn out within an hour of ...
  A: The main reason that bulbs burn out rapidly is that they do not make a good connection with the ...
Sunbeam Mixer Model Number12/30/2007
  Q: I inherited a Sunbeam Vista Mixmaster mixer and would like to purchase a grinding attachment. Where ...
  A: Most Sunbeam model #'s are found where the base connects to the mixer at the pivot. Look on the ...
microwave tray12/30/2007
  Q: the glass turntable cooking tray broke in two even pieces. The cost to replace it is half the price ...
  A: We use a product called "JB Weld" for a lot of our repair applications but I do not know if it will ...
Dorceyer Mixer12/29/2007
  Q: We have a Dorneyer Mixer SM12-CH Serial #6103. It works, but I do not have any of the bowls. Where ...
  A: I think some Dormeyer mixers may have used the same size turntable as Sunbeam did but I am not sure. ...
Melitta coffeemaker12/29/2007
  Q: I'm looking for a replacement "permanent" filter basket for my Mill & Brew MEMB1 Melitta coffeemaker ...
  A: I do not have access to Melitta parts but try to contact Fox International in Ohio. They are a ...
Sunbeam food mixer, model # 12c12/28/2007
  Q: I am an old appliance repairman. Started in 1951 and retired in 1993. I gave my wife a Sunbeam ...
  A: Speed controls are no longer available for these models but I have a way to rebuild the old one if ...
WESTINGHOUSE ROASTER OVEN MODEL NUMBER 541112/27/2007
  Q: This roaster may be 50+ years old. Roaster working fine but AC connector is broken. Any idea where I ...
  A: If you will give me the measurement from the center of one pin to the center of the other pin, I ...
Dormeyer Princess stand mixer model 570012/27/2007
  Q: my aunt bought this mixer new and passed it on to me. I used it 2 times and then it began to smoke ...
  A: Dormeyer has been out of business for over 25 years. We used to service them but have not seen many ...
Rechargeable drill/screwdriver12/26/2007
  Q: I have a Ryobi 6V variable speed reversible drill/screwdriver. Even when it is fully charged,when I ...
  A: B & D has parts available for most of their power tools. The higher the voltage, the longer the ...
Sunbeam Mixmaster Model MMB12/26/2007
  Q: This may seem like a dumb question,but how do you get the beaters out? My Mom bought it used at a ...
  A: Turn the handle to one side and it will force the beaters out. You can just pull them out as they ...
Rechargeable drill/screwdriver12/25/2007
  Q: I have a Ryobi 6V variable speed reversible drill/screwdriver. Even when it is fully charged,when I ...
  A: The variable speed switch is probably malfunctioning. Or possibly the some of the batteries are ...
sunbeam model 3A mixer12/25/2007
  Q: I just bought this sunbeam standing mixer, model 3A, plugged it in and it doesn't turn on. I was ...
  A: A model 3 is a very old mixer. I would guess maybe mid to late 1930's. The first thing to check is ...
GE microwave12/24/2007
  Q: my microwave is showing a code F-3 everything is shut down
  A: That could be any number of problems. I would guess that the main touch circuit board is bad but ...
Microwave not heating12/23/2007
  Q: GE XL1400 spacemaker microwave, JVM-1430 WA 001, serial FV986925 S made in 3/99 stopped heating food ...
  A: If all other functions work, my guess would be the mag tube is bad or maybe a diode/resistor. ...
iron cord replacement12/22/2007
  Q: I have older Sunbeam Shnot of Steam Iron model SD36. The cord started smoking where it bends near ...
  A: I am not sure what the model SD36 looks like, but most of the old Sunbeam irons had a plate that is ...
Intermitent microwave oven12/22/2007
  Q: I have a 16 year old Panasonic 900 watt microwave that has give exemplary service,not once requiring ...
  A: As a matter of fact they do have a solenoid/switch. It generally activates on low voltage from the ...
foot massager12/20/2007
  Q: I have a Homedics foot pleaser model FM-CR. With power on the light comes on in both normal and UV ...
  A: I am not sure but I think you have found a thermistor. It senses heat and acts something like a ...
drive gear for oster base unit12/19/2007
  Q: I have an oster regency kitchen center. I need to replace the drive gear. 1. How do I separate the ...
  A: If you will go to our website at: www.kieferappliance.com, there are pictures of both the base and ...
GE Profile Gas Range12/19/2007
  Q: We have a relatively new range. While baking in the oven a smell of plastic burning fills the air. ...
  A: We do not repair large appliances so I am just guessing at this point. I know that the self clean ...
B&D Toaster Oven TRO310012/19/2007
  Q: I have a under the cabinet mount toaster oven. It worked for four years. Then the top two element ...
  A: I can tell you that they are probably repairable. I do not think that you will be able to do the ...
foot massager12/19/2007
  Q: I have a Homedics foot pleaser model FM-CR. With power on the light comes on in both normal and UV ...
  A: Homemedics does not make any parts for their machines. You have nothing to loose by taking the ...
Hamilton Beach Mixer Model E12/18/2007
  Q: I would like to get this repaired--Can you recommend someone. It smoked the last time I turned it on
  A: If you will send just the mixer head to us with a $10 estimate fee, we will call you with the exact ...
Hamilton Beach stand mixer12/17/2007
  Q: I have a mixer that once belonged to my grandmother so it must be quite old. (wm 158378 D ) The ...
  A: It may have a gear problem. These old mixers are usually worth repairing as they will out last new ...
old waffle iron needs cord12/17/2007
  Q: My beloved ancient waffle iron which has no maker's name on ithas lost its cord. The prongs are ...
  A: I do have one of the cords that you need. If you will send a check to us for $6.95 + $5.00 ...
stove12/17/2007
  Q: I have a 30 year old GE gas stove and over the years the nozzle that shoots out the flame got ...
  A: We do not service large appliances but if you have a welding supply shop in your area they may carry ...
kitchenaid mixer--motor works but no rotation12/16/2007
  Q: I was mixing some bread dough and took the speed up too high, I guess. So now I can hear the motor ...
  A: If you have an older K45 or K5 model, my guess is that the fiber gear in the head has stripped and ...
Sunbeam mixmaster mixer MMA 175 watts12/16/2007