Archive for September, 2004
Sunny Friday
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2003 Sears Kenmore Dryer(Whirlpool built): Making metal squealing noise while running, Found idler bracket bad, replaced with a rollor style idler pulley, worked great. Under 1 yr. warranty.
2004 Sears Kenmore Washer(Whirlpool built): Water on hot side not coming in, just trickling in. Found bad water valve on washer. Ordered. Under 1 yr. warranty.
1995 Sears Kenmore Dryer(Whirlpool built): Not heating, Found heating element out, also saw customers vent hose from dryer kinked and kinda crushed, which would contribute to more wear on the heating element.
Cost to repair about $175.
2002 Sears Kenmore Dryer(Whirlpool built): Drum turning slow when started, then the dryer just shuts off, Found Motor bad. Under a extended warranty, No charge.
Thats it today!
Have a good evening!
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Mostly clear. Then areas of low clouds and patchy fog late. Lows around 55. Light wind.
Saturday. Mostly cloudy with areas of morning fog. Then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs around 75. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Sept. 23rd
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1998 Whirlpool Range: error code EO F5 means door switch/latch malfunction, plus no response from touch pad microcomputer. Would need switch/latch and microcomputer, price to fix about $600.00, not worth it.
2003 Maytag Top Load Washer: Not spinning well, Found brake assembly and thrust bearing out.
2003 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Frigidaire built): Tub not turning, Found Motor Controller Board out, that part is under the 2 year warranty for the part only.
2000 Kitchen Aid Built-In SxS Refrigerator: Water leaking when using the water dispenser, found plastic water tubing compression union leaking underneath unit, repaired it, worked great.
Thats it today!
Have a good evening!
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Mostly clear. Areas of fog or low clouds late. Lows 45 to 50. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light.
Friday. Mostly cloudy in the morning. Then becoming mostly sunny. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs around 80. Light wind.
Amana Dryer
Posted by: | CommentsAmana® dryers’ exclusive FabriCare™ system with lower temperatures and higher airflow dries quickly and gently — so the trends will wear out before your clothes do.
Commonsense Features
• TrueCare™ Powder-Coated Steel Cylinder – Durable finish won’t rust and stain your clothes
• Extra-large door opening makes it easy to pull out large items like comforters
• 1/3-Horsepower Motor – Built to last for years of worry-free laundry
• Reversible door lets you pick which way the door swings
• 4 venting options for electric models
• High-capacity blower delivers powerful airflow to dry clothes faster
• 4-point suspension keeps even the largest loads steady
• Electronic ignition for gas models
• 1-year full, 2 to 10-year limited warranty means peace of mind
Practical Convenience
• 7.1 Cu. Ft. Super Capacity Plus – Dries more clothes in one load to save you time
• FabriCare™ System With QuikDry™ Feature – Uses high airflow and low temperatures to dry clothes quickly yet gently
• SofSound™ I quiet package means the dryer won’t disturb your peaceful evening
• Auto Dry Features Self-Adjusting Temperature – No overdrying your clothes
• 4 Temperature Settings – From regular heat to air fluff
• Time Dry Up To 70 Minutes – Just turn the knob and go
• Easy-to-use cycles including No-Iron Fabrics and Wrinkle Out
• Adjustable degree of dryness control automatically dries to the moisture level you select
Your Style
• Attractive design with Cool Gray panels and knobs reflects your sense of style, even in the laundry room
• Available in White to brighten any laundry room
Good Dryers as well, very few repairs!
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Partly cloudy. Lows around 50. Light wind.
Thursday. Partly sunny. Highs 70 to 75. Light wind becoming north 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
Astoria Sunset
Amana Washer
Posted by: | CommentsAmana® Super Capacity Plus washers let you fit more laundry in a load. And fit more quality time into your day. And the stress-free stainless steel tub won’t scratch — even when he forgets to check his pockets for loose change.
Features
Commonsense Features
• Durable Polymer Tub – Smooth surface resists chips and scratches
• Tri-Wash System – Tri-Care™ agitator, Swirl-Away drain and CleanDeep rinse provide improved cleaning while caring for your clothes
• Easy-Access™ opening makes loading and unloading quick and convenient
• Color-Coded Controls – Easy-to-understand controls make choosing the right cycle simple
• Self-Cleaning Lint Filter – One less thing you have to do
• 2-Speed, 1/2-Horsepower Motor – Built to last for years of worry-free laundry
• 2004 Energy-Compliant
• Self-adjusting rear leveling legs help assure balanced loads
• 1-year full, 2- to 10-year limited warranty and limited lifetime warranty on all inner wash basket parts means peace of mind
Practical Convenience
• 3.2 Cu. Ft. Super Capacity Plus – Cleans more clothes in one load to save you time (learn more)
• SofSound™ I quiet package means the washer won’t disturb your peaceful evening
• 640-RPM spin speed extracts water for a short drying time
• SteadySpin™ Balance System – 7-point suspension absorbs wash motion to keep washer from “walking” (learn more)
• Extra Rinse provides extra comfort for those with sensitive skin
• 4 water levels reduce water waste by matching water level to load size
• EasySelect fabric cycles include Regular, No-Iron Fabrics and Handwash; make laundry a no-brainer
• Quick Wash Cycle – For when you just need your favorite outfit washed fast
• 4 temperature selections allow you to customize your cleaning
• Fabric softener dispenser adds it at just the right time so you don’t have to
• Bleach dispenser adds it safely to your load for easy care of whites
Your Style
• Attractive design with Cool Gray panels and knobs reflects your sense of style, even in the laundry room
• Available in White to brighten any laundry room
Good Washers, they have improved alot in the last 2 years.
Have a good evening!
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Mostly clear. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows 40 to 45. Light wind.
Wednesday. Mostly sunny early. Then partly sunny in the afternoon. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs 70 to 75. Light wind becoming north 10 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Sept. 20th
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1995 Sears Kenmore Dryer(Whirpool built): Not Heating, Found Thermal cut-off fuse out, replaced thermal cut-off, cleaned out lint from dryer, worked great.
Picture of Thermal Cut-Off Fuse
2002 Sears Kenmore Dryer(Whirlpool built): Noisey, Found Rollers bad, replaced all 4 rollers, worked great.
Picture of Roller
Have a good evening!
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Mostly clear early. Then areas of low clouds and fog developing late. Lows around 40. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light.
Tuesday. Mostly cloudy early. Then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs around 70. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday’s Repair’s
Posted by: | CommentsLots of rain showers today in western Oregon,
1996 Kenmore Dryer(Whirlpool built):Loud noise when running, Found rollers and idler pulley worn out, replaced both rollers and idler pulley, worked great.
Picture of rollers, idler pulley
2003 Whirlpool Top Freezer Refrigerator: Not Cooling at all times, then freezes everything in refrigerator section, Found a defective defrost control and cold control, ordered.
1992 Kenmore SxS Refrigerator(GE built): Water leaking onto floor when Ice Maker calls for water, Found plastic water tube broken from water valve to ice maker, replaced tube, worked great.
South Willamette Valley, Oregon forcast:
Tonight. Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers ending late. Lows around 45. Light wind.
Monday. Mostly cloudy early. Then partly sunny in the afternoon. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs around 65. Light wind.