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| hair dryer | 11/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| KFP 700 Food Processor | 11/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| Ice Maker | 11/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| Landers, Frary & Clark Universal Heating Pad | 11/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| B & D toaster oven door spring repair | 11/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| GE convection microwave oven | 11/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| ROWENTA STEAM IRON Model DE011 | 11/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster Milkshake maker Model 9b | 11/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| T-Fal toaster | 11/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Quasar microwave model QM8850TW | 10/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| Water Softner Timer | 10/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Quasar microwave model QM8850TW | 10/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| model 10 sunbeam mixer | 10/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| fan noise for t-fal toaster/convection oven | 10/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hot plug and wire on vaccuum | 10/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| Oster Coffee Bean Grinder | 10/19/2008 |
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. ...
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| Frigidaire FMV156DC Microwave | 10/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| vintage sunbeam mixmasters | 10/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| cordless phone | 10/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach No. 18 Mixer | 10/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| MICROWAVE LIGHT | 10/12/2008 |
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, ...
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| SunBeam Mixmaster 1-7A | 10/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| american harvest fd 1000 dehydrator | 10/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam mixmaster 12c beaters | 10/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| royal rochester percolator | 9/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Waffle Iron | 9/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Cuisinart coffee maker | 9/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| MixMaster Model 12 | 9/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| Black light knob for Rangaire Hood Ser # 05941 151491 | 9/26/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Model 10 beaters | 9/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| HAMILTON BEACH MODEL 33 MALT MIXER | 9/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| Whirlpool AD40USR Humidifier | 9/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster | 9/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Electric Blankets | 9/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach #1 Cyclone malt mixner | 9/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| samsung microwave | 9/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| over range microwave placement | 9/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| Delonghi DSM7 stand mixer | 9/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 01266 Sunbeam Mixmaster | 9/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Microwave venting | 9/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Danby Microwave Error Code | 9/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| Whirlpool Gold Accubake System Microwave | 9/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Everstar ice maker | 9/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster-Model2350 | 9/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| microwave LED faded | 8/31/2008 |
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 ...
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| Vintage Hamilton Beach Scuvill model 25 | 8/31/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Plug button | 8/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Plug button | 8/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Standing Mixer Model G and Faberware FCM300 | 8/22/2008 |
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 ...
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| shop vac | 8/22/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixer Model #01266 | 8/20/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Model 11 Power Resistor | 8/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixer Model #01266 | 8/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Kenmore Dehumidifier | 8/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| hamilton beach model H | 8/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| everstar crock pot dse-60 | 8/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Parts for | 8/13/2008 |
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 ...
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| G.E. Toaster Cat # 139T81 | 8/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| G.E. Toaster Cat # 139T81 | 8/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster | 8/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Stand Mixer | 8/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| Everstar Ice Maker | 8/8/2008 |
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? ...
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| fan motor | 8/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| antique coffee perc | 8/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| microwave | 8/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| GRAIN GRINDER FOR OSTER KITCHEN CENTER | 8/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| everstar coffee makere | 8/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| West Bend bread machine overheats | 8/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| electric cord for Black & Decker griddle | 8/4/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam Waffle Maker &Grill Model CG | 8/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster MMA | 8/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Fuse at Microwave | 8/2/2008 |
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. ...
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| basement dehumidifier | 7/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster MMA | 7/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| B&D overcounter coffeemaker | 7/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Rangaire Vent-A-Hood Model 2-747 | 7/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Kenmore microwave | 7/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Vista Food Processor: S Blade | 7/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| vintage Sunbeam mixmaster | 7/16/2008 |
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. ...
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| 1953 Sunbeam Square Waffle Iron | 7/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| everstar coffee maker | 7/14/2008 |
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. ...
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| Bosch Hand Mixer | 7/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| replacement cover for westinghouse crock pot | 7/11/2008 |
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. ...
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| Farberware FSM 350 stand mixer | 7/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam mixers | 7/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| Re: Kitchenaid standing mixer - Can't lift arm to insert bowl | 7/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Manual for my Harvest Maid Food Dehydrator | 7/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| coffee perc landers,frary & clark | 7/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| kenmore dehumidifiers | 7/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| rival ice cream maker wooden bucket | 7/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Replacement grease screen for oven hood | 7/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| mixe wm40567e | 7/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| cuisinart dcc-490sa grind n brew coffee maker | 7/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Convection toaster oven | 6/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| magnifying light | 6/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| HB Model E mixer brushes | 6/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| Replacement cord Black & Decker Glue Gun | 6/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Montgomery Wards Kitchen Mixer Model 2009 | 6/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Dormeyer mixer replacement handle | 6/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| Kitchen aid mixer | 6/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| removing cutting base from blender's jar | 6/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| Everstar Electric Skillet Lid | 6/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| convection microwave | 6/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| Microwave turntable | 6/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| spacemaker fuse | 6/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| gas Bar-B-Q | 6/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| GE Microwave Fan Keeps Running | 6/20/2008 |
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 ...
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| GE Microwave Fan Keeps Running | 6/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Malt Mixer No 30 - 33 - 934 | 6/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| KitchenAid Blender repair | 6/17/2008 |
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. ...
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| Holmes Fan | 6/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| sunbean toaster t-35 | 6/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Toaster Oven Door | 6/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| KitchenAid Blender repair | 6/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| ge 3/4 hp electric motor | 6/15/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam Toaster Oven Door | 6/14/2008 |
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, ...
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| connecting the beaters on my mixmaster | 6/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster 10 | 6/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Microwave Oven | 6/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| Beater misalignment in Sunbeam Heritage Series Stand Mixer Model 2346 | 6/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Beater misalignment in Sunbeam Heritage Series Stand Mixer Model 2346 | 6/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| microwave oven work light | 6/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| dehumidifier blowing out very hot air | 6/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sears Air Compressor | 6/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| kitchenaid household blender | 6/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Oster Kitchen Center | 6/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam 60th Anniversary stand mixer | 6/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| Landers Frary Clark Coffee pot | 5/31/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Vista Stand Mixer | 5/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam mixmaster | 5/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam electric blankets | 5/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| microwave | 5/22/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam mixmaster power cord wiring | 5/20/2008 |
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 ...
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| lamp wattage | 5/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sewing machine power cord | 5/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| cooker hook suction fan not working | 5/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| dehumidifier setting | 5/16/2008 |
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, ...
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| blender | 5/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixer Model 2360 | 5/12/2008 |
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 ...
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| charger | 5/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Small electric motor died | 5/8/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sharp Convection carousel microwave door | 5/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Model G Mixer | 5/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| touch lamp repair | 5/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Super Mixette | 5/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster repair | 5/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Bissell pro heat | 5/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| Black and Decker GR100 griddle cord | 5/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| replacement platter for microwave | 5/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sears dehumidifier date of mfg. code | 5/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| range | 5/1/2008 |
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. ...
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| Microwave Turntable | 4/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sears Dehumidifier | 4/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| universal landers frary and clark coffe maker | 4/28/2008 |
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. ...
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| Eureka 5847 bv | 4/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| oster kitchen center | 4/26/2008 |
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: ...
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| Repair of Sunbeam Mixmaster | 4/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| dough hooks | 4/16/2008 |
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. ...
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| Everstar Under counter Ice Maker | 4/15/2008 |
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. ...
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| cg-1 waffle maker plates | 4/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| dehumidifier | 4/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Old Microwave | 4/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Compressor problems | 4/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Stand Mixer Problem | 4/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Stand Mixer Problem | 4/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| waffle iron repair | 4/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| GE electric motor wiring | 4/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| old Hamilton Beach Milk Shake blender | 4/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster Vista model VMM-P | 4/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster Vista model VMM-P | 4/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| general mills Dry Hand Iron | 3/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam model 12C stand mixer | 3/28/2008 |
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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| Microwave just quit working | 3/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam T48 toaster | 3/26/2008 |
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. ...
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| GE Spacemaker 1400XL | 3/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| waffle iron cord | 3/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| blenders | 3/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| microwave noise | 3/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| replacement power cord | 3/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach model E stand mixer | 3/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| Wiring Question | 3/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| crock pot doesn't heat | 3/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Spacemaker XL1800 GE Profile Microwave oven | 3/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Small utility electric heater | 3/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| electric fan | 3/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| flat top stove | 3/12/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Model MMA | 3/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| standing light | 3/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Squeaky Micro turntable | 3/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| ge xl1400 microwave | 3/10/2008 |
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 ...
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| Kitchenaid mixer | 3/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Heritage Mixmaster replacement beaters | 3/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Model K | 3/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| GE JKP62G Microwave | 3/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Toaster repair parts | 3/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| Central Vac motor repair | 3/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| adjustable bed control replacement | 3/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| adjustable bed control replacement | 2/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| Microwave | 2/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Meat Grinder PTU | 2/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| light fixture | 2/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| early 1950's Sunbeam mixmaster | 2/27/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam electric beater mix | 2/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| cuckoo clock repair | 2/27/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam Stand mixer 2366 | 2/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Meat Grinder PTU | 2/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| Water Heater | 2/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| Replacement handle for mixer | 2/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| water heater | 2/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Air Compress won't stay running | 2/17/2008 |
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. ...
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| Oster Electronic Touch Control Kitchen Center | 2/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| Electric Paper Shredder | 2/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| 3 HEAD OLD HAMILTON BEACH MALTED MACHINE | 2/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| waterheater toubles | 2/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Kitche Aide Standing Mixer | 2/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| resistance heat wire | 2/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Ice maker problem | 2/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mixmaster turntable won't turn | 2/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam mixmaster 2366 | 2/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| whirlpool microwave | 2/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| whirlpool microwave | 2/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Electric Blanket | 2/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Water Softener | 2/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam mixmaster MM300W | 2/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| sharp replace the door | 2/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| T-FAL Avante' Blender | 2/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Plug in Rowenta iron makes sparks | 2/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| shavers v/s trimmers | 2/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| kitchenaid K45SS | 2/3/2008 |
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. ...
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| Sunbeam Toaster Model 6329 | 2/2/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| JENN-AIR MICROWAVE QUESTION | 1/31/2008 |
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 ...
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| CABINET LIGHTING FOLLOW UP QUESTION | 1/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| Portable heater | 1/30/2008 |
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. ...
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| steam iron sprays water instead of steam | 1/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| CABINET LIGHTING FOLLOW UP QUESTION | 1/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| Tfal Toaster | 1/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam mixmaster model 9 coil removal | 1/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam mixmaster model 9 coil removal | 1/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Toaster | 1/26/2008 |
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. ...
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| UNDER CABINET LIGHTING | 1/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| Black & decker under the counter toaster | 1/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| sears microwave oven | 1/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Heritage Series - Legacy Edition S | 1/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Thermostat For B&D DE755B Coffee Maker | 1/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster 60th Anniversary | 1/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| New electric radiant heater tr ips Ground Fault outlet | 1/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| doremeyer silverbullet mixer | 1/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| CFL bulbs | 1/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Milkshake Mixer | 1/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| T-FAL Toaster oven | 1/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| Beaters for Dormeyer Model 4300 Silver Chef mixer | 1/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam toaster-matic model AT-40 | 1/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| Need heating elements for OLD GE toaster oven | 1/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| roaster handle | 12/31/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| China Cabinet Bulb | 12/30/2007 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixer Model Number | 12/30/2007 |
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 ...
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| microwave tray | 12/30/2007 |
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 ...
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| Dorceyer Mixer | 12/29/2007 |
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. ...
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| Melitta coffeemaker | 12/29/2007 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam food mixer, model # 12c | 12/28/2007 |
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 ...
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| WESTINGHOUSE ROASTER OVEN MODEL NUMBER 5411 | 12/27/2007 |
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 ...
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| Dormeyer Princess stand mixer model 5700 | 12/27/2007 |
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 ...
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| Rechargeable drill/screwdriver | 12/26/2007 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam Mixmaster Model MMB | 12/26/2007 |
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 ...
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| Rechargeable drill/screwdriver | 12/25/2007 |
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 ...
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| sunbeam model 3A mixer | 12/25/2007 |
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 ...
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| GE microwave | 12/24/2007 |
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 ...
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| Microwave not heating | 12/23/2007 |
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. ...
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| iron cord replacement | 12/22/2007 |
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 ...
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| Intermitent microwave oven | 12/22/2007 |
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 ...
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| foot massager | 12/20/2007 |
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 ...
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| drive gear for oster base unit | 12/19/2007 |
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 ...
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| GE Profile Gas Range | 12/19/2007 |
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 ...
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| B&D Toaster Oven TRO3100 | 12/19/2007 |
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 ...
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| foot massager | 12/19/2007 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach Mixer Model E | 12/18/2007 |
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 ...
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| Hamilton Beach stand mixer | 12/17/2007 |
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 ...
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| old waffle iron needs cord | 12/17/2007 |
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 ...
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| stove | 12/17/2007 |
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 ...
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| kitchenaid mixer--motor works but no rotation | 12/16/2007 |
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 ...
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| Sunbeam mixmaster mixer MMA 175 watts | 12/16/2007 |
