Any appliance parts that face a lot of movement or manual operation will quickly develop wear and tear. This includes your refrigerator door handles. If the handles have broken off or have cracks in the plastic, you can replace them yourself. It’s also a good idea to replace the door handle if they have stains that won’t come out or … Read More
5 Reasons Your Electric Oven Won’t Work
Before you begin to inspect why your electric range is not working, unplug the machine from its power source. Power Source Today’s electric ranges require 240 volts of alternating current (AC) that separate and travel through two legs of 120 volts of ac. If only one leg is voltage is shut down by a tripped breaker or a blown fuse, … Read More
How to Replace the Door Latch Assembly in Your LG Dishwasher
If you push the start button on your LG dishwasher model LDF6810BB, and it doesn’t turn on, don’t panic. The malfunction preventing your appliance from operating may simply be a failing door latch assembly. The door latch assembly on your dishwasher has two important functions. First, it keeps the door locked and stops water from leaking out while your appliance cleans … Read More
How to Replace Your Frigidaire Refrigerator’s Defrost Timer 215846602
Sometimes freezers work too well. But if your Frigidaire’s defrost timer is broken, then the freezer can get too cold or the freeze cycle will last for too long. Sometimes a broken defrost timer can even make your freezer too warm. Once you know the part is broken, order a replacement (part #215846602) and replace it following these steps: 1. Unplug … Read More
How to Replace Your Whirlpool Washer’s Rear Leveling Leg 285244
Washing machines only work well when they are level. If the machine is at a tilt, the internal parts may start to grind together. A tilt is usually caused by a lost or damaged rear leveling leg. Order replacement part #285244 for your Whirlpool washer and follow these steps to replace the part. 1. Unplug the washer. Even though this repair does … Read More
How to Replace Your Whirlpool Refrigerator’s Rollers
Most refrigerators come with rollers to make shifting or moving the machine easier. But if the rollers jam or crack, you can easily replace them. Order replacement rollers with a part number of WP2166108 for Whirlpool models and follow these steps. 1. Unplug the refrigerator. No matter what appliance you’re repairing, your first step should always be to separate the appliance … Read More
Viking Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
Viking Range is one of the premier manufacturers of high-end kitchen appliances. However, Viking Range has issued a recall of their gas ranges due to the fact that the ranges’ ovens can turn themselves on posing a burn/fire hazard to consumers. If you have a Viking Range range in your home, you may be wondering if yours is affected, and if so, … Read More
Proud to sponsor Boys and Girls Club
Over the last week, we were proud to take part in a charity program that provided school supplies to children in need in the Tucson, Arizona area through the Boys and Girls Club. Over 200 book bags were donated full of various school supplies(only about 40 are shown in the picture). This took place during the annual WFCC convention.
What to do if Your Washing Machine isn’t Spinning
If your washing machine, a Maytag PAVT234AWW Top Load Washer, for example, isn’t spinning and draining, it pays to consider the simplest solutions first. First, if the washer is not spinning and draining, pay attention to what’s in the washer. Bulky items like bedding can become off balance and cause the unit to stop working. Redistribute the load manually, then set the … Read More
June 2018 Events in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a beautiful place to live year round, and the summer months may be the best of all. If you’re looking for fun events to enjoy, try some of these popular activities: Shakespeare in the Park: Have you been looking forward to another year of the Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival? Celebrate their 15th anniversary with 10 weeks of … Read More