It’s pretty frustrating to bake a cake, only to find part of it did not bake. Or, to prepare a roast and find that part of it didn’t cook property. Chances are there’s a problem with the bake element and it needs to be replaced. Diagnostic Check of a Whirlpool WFC310S0EW2 Bake Element As with any electric appliance, unplug the … Read More
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Los Angeles’ Olvera Street
In the center of Los Angeles’ cultural history and near the center of the downtown, lies Olvera Street. It is the oldest street in the city, and one of its special events always occurs in the fall. Dia de los Muertos For more than 30 years, Olvera Street has celebrated Dia de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead. It fits … Read More
How to Disassemble the Front of a Samsung Front-Loader Washing Machine
Are you searching for a simple, yet concise way to access the front of your Samsung Front-Loader? Before we get into troubleshooting, remember to use safety principles first. Always unplug electrical appliances before working on them. Be cautious around sharp edges, lifting heavy objects, and have towels and bucket ready for water spills. How to Access Components Such as the Water … Read More
How to Disassemble the Rear of a Samsung Front-Loader Washing Machinae
Before beginning work on any appliance, homespun do-it-yourself practitioners should be aware of four basic principles of safety. If something is heavy, use your legs when lifting, or if it is too heavy for you to manage, get someone to help. If you’re working on an electrical appliance, unplug it from its power source When troubleshooting appliances that use water … Read More
Carrier Expands Recall of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
If you do not have central heating and air conditioning in your home, then you may have a packaged terminal air conditioner or heat pump somewhere in your home. If so, it is important that you are aware of a recall involving Carrier packaged terminal air conditioners and packaged terminal heat pumps that was expanded in 2017; here’s what you … Read More
How to Replace the Gas Safety Valve in Your Whirlpool Oven
The gas safety valve in your Whirlpool oven model WFG505M0BW ensures no gas is released until the igniter has reached the proper temperature. A failing safety valve will stop gas from entering your appliance, meaning your oven will not heat when the igniter is activated. To replace the gas safety valve in your oven, follow the repair guide below. How to Replace … Read More
How to Replace a Faulty Timer in Your GE Dryer
The timer in your GE dryer model GRDN510EMWS controls the various functions of your appliance. The motor on the back of the timer moves the dial, which manages how much time is left in the cycle and regulates the temperature and moisture control functions. If the dial is not advancing, your dryer won’t progress through the cycle. A malfunctioning timer can also … Read More
Experience Los Angeles in September – With Kids!
Summer is winding down and school will be starting soon. Our beautiful countryside is moving from Summer to Fall and you might be looking for a few things to do with your children to enjoy the last bits of Summer, or just some quality time before the hustle and bustle of the school schedule starts up for another year. Look … Read More
A Leaking Dishwasher? Maybe It’s The “Neighbors” Fault!
Your Dishwasher Might Be “Collateral Damage” Just because water is pouring out of the bottom of your dishwasher doesn’t always incriminate the dishwasher. Sometimes it’s the innocent victim. Being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Take for example the recent case of a Frigidaire Model FD8510LCS0. Evidence (Symptoms) Obviously, water coming from the bottom front area of the dishwasher. However, the … Read More
How to Replace a Faulty Timer in Your Maytag Washer
The timer in your Maytag washer model LAT9605AAE controls when your appliance advances from one function to the next. A malfunctioning timer can cause your appliance to stop mid-cycle, skip cycles altogether, or refuse to progress from one cycle to the next. Swapping out the defective timer for a new one is not difficult and can be done in a short amount … Read More