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November 29, 2004

Sears Kenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator

2003 Sears Kenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator(Frigidaire built)(Model#25363722300): Leaking water in refrigerator section in defrost cycle, Needs upgraded ferrule, part#240365901, replaced, worked great.

This part is used in the evaporator section, it tunnels the defrost water to the defrost drain in the back control panel trough, down through drain line to the bottom drip pan.

The complaint the customer will say is happening is that defrost water is dripping on the top glass shelf of the Refrigerator Section.
Ferrule

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis

Issued: November 29, 2004 21:20:02 PST

Tonight: Rain...locally mixed with snow this evening. Rain showers after midnight. Lows near 35. Light south wind...becoming southwest 10 mph.

Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Highs 45 to 50. Southwest wind 10 mph becoming north in the afternoon.

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Whirlpool Range

1992 Whirlpool Range(Model#RS6755XYN1): Oven not heating properly, micro-control board not sending proper voltage to the bake element,
I Installed a new Micro-control board, Worked Great.
Part#3169258.
Electronic oven control assembly, black
497305

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November 28, 2004

Sears Kenmore Elite Dishwasher

2003 Sears Kenmore Elite Dishwasher(Whirlpool built)(Model#66517693200): Making a bad noise in the wash cycle, Found Chopper broken, Part#8268383. Installed a new Chopper Assembly, worked great.
Chopper
830886


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog...locally dense. Lows around 25light wind..

Monday: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog...locally dense in the morning. Highs 40 to 45 light wind

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Sears Kenmore Washer

1996 Sears Kenmore Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11026902690): Not spinning, found lid switch broken, Part#3949238. Installed a new lid switch assembly, worked great.
Lid switch assembly
547222

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November 27, 2004

Ice Maker Stopped (Different Problem)

2004 Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator(Whirlpool built)(Model#10655603400): Not making ice, but this problem in not the fill spout frozen up, the problem on this one is the Module/Motor Assembly is malfunctioning, Part#626653
Both Pictures shown below are the same part, just shows both sides of the part.
Motor-modl
(The manufacturer has replaced part number 626653 with this item, part number 8201515.)

961550

961550

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening. Areas of fog after midnight. Lows 25 to 30. North wind 10 to 15 mph in the evening..becoming light wind overnight..

Sunday: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs 40 to 45. Light wind...becoming northeast 5 to 10 mph.

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Ice Maker Stopped

2002 Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator(Whirlpool built)(Model#10652603100): Ice Maker not making Ice, The fill spout on the freezer ceiling that fills the ice maker with water was frozen. There is a Kit that fixes this problem, Part#4389174 Comes with installation instructions.
Both Pictures shown below are included in this kit.
Fill tube & heater kit
939552

939552

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November 25, 2004

Happy Thanksgiving!

Remember not to use the self-clean lock latch to lock the oven door(If your oven even has one, when cooking a Turkey.

9 years ago:
I went out on a service call the day after Thanksgiving and Somehow they locked the turkey in the oven on self-clean. The turkey incinerated after a few hours of white-hot baking.

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November 24, 2004

GE and Hotpoint Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor

I have replaced a few of these GE and Hotpoint Evaporator Fan Motors.
The main complaint will be a loud Knocking, clicking or ticking noise problem in the freezer section when the fan motor turns.


Evaporator (Freezer) Fan Motor
(The manufacturer has replaced part number WR60X10043 with this item, part number WR60X10154.)
1057557

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November 22, 2004

Sears Kenmore Direct Drive Washer

2004 Sears Kenmore Direct Drive Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11024862300): Agitating in the spin cycle, and Transmission(Gearcase)Leaking Oil, Found bad Transmission(Gearcase), Part#3360630. Installed new Gearcase, worked great. No charge, Under 1st year warranty.
Gearcase for direct drive washer(The manufacturer has replaced part number 3360630 with this item, part number 3360629.)
423

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Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator Ice Maker

2004 Sears Kenmore Side by Side(Whirlpool built)(Model#10655249400) : Ice Maker not making Ice, Found Ice Maker Malfuntioning, Part#4317943. Installed new Ice Maker, worked great. No Charge, Under 1st year warranty.
Replacement icemaker kit, replaces many Sears Kenmore and Whirlpool-made ice makers.
1857

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Whirlpool Washer

2001 Whirlpool Washer(Model#LXR9445JQ1) : Motor turning off on overload, electrical smell, Found bad Motor, Part#389248. Installed new Motor and Start capacitor, worked great.
Washing machine drive motor, 2 speed
KenmoreMotor.jpg

Also its best to change the Start capacitor when you change the motor, Part#661606.
Start capacitor, 189-227mfd., 125 volt
2859

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November 20, 2004

2003 Kitchen Aid Dishwasher

2003 Kitchen Aid Dishwasher(Model#KUDP01ILWH): Not washing, Motor not turning, just making a humming sound after water fills up, Found Pump/Motor bearing locked-up, Part#8268422. Installed new Pump/Motor Assembly, worked great.
Pump and motor assembly
(The manufacturer has replaced part number 8268422 with this item, part number 8564075.)
1057483


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Patchy fog early...then areas of fog after midnight. Lows near 30 light wind..

Sunday: Mostly cloudy...partial afternoon clearing. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs near 45. Light wind becoming north 10 mph in the afternoon.

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Sears Kenmore Upright Freezer

2000 Sears Kenmore Upright Freezer(Frigidaire built)(Model#2539284213): Not Cooling, Found Evaporator fan motor not turning, Part#216690400. Installed new Motor, worked great.
Freezer fan motor
775410

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Sears Kenmore Calypso Washer

2002 Sears Kenmore Calypso Washer(Model#11022062101): Not Draining at times, Found Microcomputer Motor Control Board bad, Part#8541034. Installed new Microcomputer, worked great.
Motor control board
949604

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November 19, 2004

Maytag Front Load Washer

2002 Maytag Front Load Washer(Model#MAH5500BWW): Not Spinning and leaking water, Found Motor controller board out and also Door Boot has a hole in it. The controller board has been upgraded and includes a motor in the kit, Part#12002039.
Motor/control conversion kit, Neptune washer
949491

The Door Boot part#12001772
Door boot seal, gray rubber
783356


I Replaced both of those parts, took about 90 minutes, worked great.


Have a good evening and weekend!
Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Becoming cloudy with areas of fog. Lows 30 to 35 light wind..

Saturday: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog...lingering into the afternoon. Highs around 45. Light wind becoming north 10 mph in the afternoon.

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Kirkland Side By Side Refrigerator made by Whirlpool

2003 Kirkland Side By Side made by Whirlpool(Model#SS25AFXLQ01): Not Cooling in the refrigerator section, Found Ice build up in air supply and return ducts, also drain was clogged with Ice, Unclogged and De-Iced all Ducts and Drain, worked great. This is caused by either the Refrigerator or Freezer door left open, by accident for a long period of time. Food Items Packed In can cause the doors to hit the item and not close all the way.


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Partly cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows 35 to 40. West wind 5 to 10 mph in the evening..becoming light overnight..

Friday: Mostly cloudy with areas of fog early...then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs around 50 light wind

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November 18, 2004

Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer

2002 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Frigidaire built)(Model#41742042100): Tub not turning in wash or spin cycles, Found bad connection at the motor terminal block, reset and hard wired the bad wire connection, worked great.

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November 17, 2004

GE Ovens with Trivection Technology

GE TRIVECTION

Control Panel

Trivection cooks up to 5X faster than a traditional oven.

Single Wall Oven


Double Wall Oven


Slide-In Model

Oven modes that fit your baking needs...

Trivection speed bake and speed broil modes — Three heating energies combine to produce succulent food, remarkably fast
Single- and multi-rack convection and roasting modes — Transforms itself into a straight convection oven or broiler at the touch of a button.


Versatile modes that go beyond baking...

Proof mode — Creates the ideal rising environment for dough
Warm mode — Keeps food hot and ready to serve for up to 3 hours
Defrost mode — Helps frozen food thaw quickly and evenly
Certified Sabbath mode — Keeps cooked foods warm on the Jewish Sabbath or holidays in accordance with kosher law.


And, of course, style and convenience...

Chef's Guide™ glass touch controls
Big View window
Dual halogen oven lamps
Extra-large 4.3 cu. ft. self-clean oven
Three heavy-duty oven racks.

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November 15, 2004

Holiday Season

The Holiday Season is right around the corner, Ranges and Ovens will be working overtime with lots of Holiday Dinners and Desserts.
Here is a item on sale that will help keep the oven clean.

Oven Liner Aluminum Foil - Heavy duty aluminum foil for catching spills in your oven.
495


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Areas of fog. Lows around 40 light wind..

Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain in the afternoon. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs around 50 light wind

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November 14, 2004

Ice Maker Fill Tube Freeze Up

2002 Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator(Whirlpool built)(Model#10652603100): Ice maker not making ice, Found Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen with Ice. There is a upgrade fill tube for this problem, Part#4389174
Fill tube & heater kit


1990 Sears Kenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator(Whirlpool built)(Model#1069600511): Light Socket not making contact with Bulb, Installed a new light bulb socket, Part#4387478
Light socket kit
3139


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Cloudy. Areas of fog. A slight chance of light rain late. Lows around 45. Light wind becoming south 10 mph late.

Monday: Rain developing. Highs 50 to 55. South wind 10 to 15 mph.


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November 13, 2004

Relay/Overload

1995 Sears Kenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator(GE Built)(Model#3639761613): Not Cooling, Found Compressor Relay Broken, This a common relay, used on many compressors, I carry this on my truck stock, Its a Whirlpool Brand, but fits many other brands. Part#4387535
Compressor relay & overload assembly
586234

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November 12, 2004

Frigidaire Front Load Water/Drain Pumps

2003 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Frigidaire built)(Model#41743042200): Not Draining, noise in pump, Found object someone left in a clothes pocket stuck in Drain Pump, Part#134051100
Drain pump and motor asssembly
916709


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with light rain likely. Lows 40 to 45 light wind..

Saturday: Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the morning. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs around 55 light wind

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Ice Maker (GE Style)

1991 Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator(GE Built)(Model#3639512781): Ice Maker not cycling, Part#WR30X328. Ordered.
Replacement icemaker kit
301363

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Cold Control Thermostat

Hi all, Started out this morning with a:

2004 Frigidaire Top Freezer Refrigerator(Model#FRT21PF5AWA): Not keeping a constant temperature at any thermostat setting, Found Cold Control Thermostat malfunctioning, Part#5304421256. Installed new one, worked great.
Control, temperature
892634

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November 11, 2004

Maytag® Neptune® Electric Drying Center

2004 Maytag® Neptune® Electric Drying Center (Model#MCE8000AYW): Shaker Assembly Broke on Delivery. Part#31001702
mce8000ayw

Shaker assembly on the Top of the Inside Dryer Cabinet that the clothes hang on.
mce8000ayw-Inside

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Becoming cloudy. Considerable fog with areas of dense fog. Lows around 40 light wind..

Friday: Cloudy...becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon. Considerable morning fog...with areas of dense fog. Highs 50 to 55 light wind


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Gearcase Locked Up

2004 Sears Kenmore Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11015962401): Not Washing, Found Gearcase(Transmission)Locked UP. Part#3360630
Under 1st year Warranty, No Charge.
Gearcase for direct drive washer
423

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Lights flicker when you touch it

2004 Frigidaire Top Freezer Refrigerator(Model#FRT18B4AWA): Customers electrical outlet was loose causing power loss at times and flickering lights when you touched the inside of the refrigerator. Advised customer to install a new electrical outlet.

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2002 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer

2002 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Frigidaire built)(Model#41742042100): Timer stalls in wash cycle before first spin/rinse.
I changed the motor controller board, part#134306000, worked great.
Spin control board assembly
1021692

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November 10, 2004

New Frigidaire Ranges

New Frigidaire Ranges
SpeedBake™ Convection System
Initiated at the touch of a switch, the SpeedBake™ Convection System is designed to deliver performance at a modest price, as well as being up to 30% faster!

Maxx Capacity™
Our new Maxx Capacity™ oven features a 5.4 cubic foot deep sump design, allowing for a third rack and more capacity. As the holidays approach, make sure you have enough room for those big family meals with a new Frigidaire® Range or Wall Oven.

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain early in the evening. Patchy fog in the evening...then areas of fog. Lows 40 to 45. North wind 10 mph early in the evening..becoming light wind overnight..

Veterans day: Partly sunny. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs 50 to 55 light wind

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November 08, 2004

Monday Nov. 8th 2004

2003 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11042934200): Not Draining, Found a baby sock stuck in water pump filter, removed sock, worked great.
Water Pump Assembly Part#8181684
1094146

1999 Sears Kenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator(Whirlpool built)(Model#10668182891): Water leaking into refrigerator section, and clogging return air ducts, Found Defrost Drain Clogged, Unclogged, Worked Great.


1999 Sears Kenmore Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11029882891): Not spinning well, Found Motor Coupler wearing out,Part#285753 installed new Coupler, worked great.
285753
Direct Drive Coupling
P/N: 285753


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Cloudy. Areas of dense fog with visibility less than one quarter mile at times. Lows 40 to 45 light wind..

Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. Areas of dense fog in the morning. Highs around 50 light wind

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November 07, 2004

Sunday Nov. 7th 2004

2000 Maytag Side By Side Refrigerator(Model#MSD2757AEB): Not Cooling, Found frost build up on evaporator coil, Adaptive defrost control board was out, part#61005988. Defrosted Evaporator coil, installed new Adaptive Defrost control board, worked great.
Adaptive Defrost control board
948430


2001 Sears Kenmore Washer/Dryer Combo Stack(Frigidaire built)(Model#41798702892): Loud noise in wash cycle, Found Washer Idler Pulley worn out, Part#131862900. Installed new Idler Pulley Assembly, worked great.
Washing machine belt tension pulley assembly
FrigidaireIdlerPulley.jpg


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with widespread fog. Fog locally dense. Lows 35 to 40 light wind..

Monday: Mostly cloudy. Widespread fog in the morning...then patchy fog in the afternoon. Fog locally dense early. Highs 50 to 55 light wind..

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November 06, 2004

Saturday Nov. 6th 2004

2001 Kitchen Aid Dishwasher(Model#KUDS01IJBS0): Not washing good, Found pump/motor assembly bad,Part#8268422. Installed new pump/motor assembly, worked great.
Pump and motor assembly
(The manufacturer has replaced part number 8268422 with this item, part number 8564075.)
1057483


2004 Sears Kenmore Side By Side Refrigerator(Model#25354369402): Ice maker has been re-designed, There is a Arm & extension assembly now out, Instructions come with it.Worked great.
ARM&EXTENSION KIT W/C
The manufacturer has replaced Part Number 5304442291 with the exact replacement Part Number 5304442752.


2004 Whirlpool Side By Side Refrigerator(Model#GS6SHEXMB00): Door handle loose, To remove the Door handle you just pull up on the handle, its on sliding lock clips, I tightened the support screws on the inner handle, worked great.


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with fog...locally dense. Lows around 35 light wind..

Sunday: Mostly cloudy with fog early...locally dense. Becoming mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs 45 to 50. North wind 10 mph.

.SYNOPSIS...AN UPPER RIDGE WILL PERSIST OVER OREGON THROUGH THE REMAINDER OF THE WEEKEND WITH A CUTOFF LOW REMAINING OFF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COAST. A PACIFIC FRONT IS EXPECTED TO FALL APART AS IT MOVES TO THE COAST MONDAY NIGHT. THE COMBINATION OF THE REMAINS OF THE FRONT AND SOME MOISTURE ROTATING AROUND THE LOW WILL GIVE A SLIGHT CHANCE OF SHOWERS TUESDAY. THE UPPER RIDGE SHOULD REBUILD DURING THE DAY TUESDAY AND LAST THROUGH THE REST OF THE WEEK.

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE PORTLAND OR
815 PM PST SAT NOV 6 2004
CENTRAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY-GREATER PORTLAND METRO AREA-
GREATER VANCOUVER AREA-SOUTH WILLAMETTE VALLEY-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER...BATTLE GROUND..
SALEM...OREGON CITY...MCMINNVILLE...HILLSBORO...EUGENE..
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND...DALLAS...CORVALLIS AND ALBANY
...A DENSE FOG ADVISORY HAS BEEN ISSUED AND IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM
PST SUNDAY FOR THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY INCLUDING THE GREATER PORTLAND
METRO AREA...AND THE GREATER VANCOUVER AREA..

FOG...LOCALLY DENSE...WILL DEVELOP OVERNIGHT THROUGHOUT THE
WILLAMETTE VALLEY OF NORTHWEST OREGON AND CLARK COUNTY OF SOUTHWEST
WASHINGTON...WITH VISIBILITIES NEAR ZERO IN SOME AREAS. THE FOG IS
EXPECTED TO PERSIST INTO SUNDAY MORNING.

MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE CAUTION AND SLOW DOWN IN FOGGY AREAS.

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November 05, 2004

Friday Nov. 5th 2004

1990 GE Dryer(Model#DDE6500GAL): Loud noise while drum is turning, Found Rear bearing retainer plate Part#WE1X461 and bearing Part#WE3X75 worn out. Installed new plate and bearing, worked great.
Rear bearing retainer plate: Part#WE1X461
274801


Rear drum bushing/bearing, fits many GE and Hotpoint dryers, there are several bearings, use your model number for proper identification, 1ea. Part#WE3X75
3410


1998 Sears Kenmore Gas Dryer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11076912692): Not heating, Found Thermal Fuse that sits on blower shroud open, Installed new Thermal Fuse, worked great. Part#3390719
Thermal fuse, disposable, on exhaust duct. Part#3390719
2923

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly clear early...then mostly cloudy after midnight. Areas of fog after midnight. Lows 30 to 35 light north wind..

Saturday: Mostly cloudy early...then partly sunny in the afternoon. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs 55 to 60. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

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November 04, 2004

Thursday Nov. 4th 2004

Rare Sunny November Oregon Day!

2000 Whirlpool Side by Side Refrigerator(Model#ED2CHQXKQ00): Not cooling well, Found evaporator motor not turning, windings open, Installed new evaporator fan motor, worked great. Part#4389144
Evaporator fan motor
921541


2003 Frigidaire Dishwasher(Model#FDB657RJC0): Not cleaning well, and door latch broken, Found filter below lower spray arm clogged, Unclogged, showed customer how to clean, very simple. Installed new door latch assembly, worked great. Part#154434103
Door latch assembly with switches, black
941591


1995 Kitchen Aid Side By Side Refrigertor(Model#KSUP25QDWH01): No water coming out from water dispenser, Found water valve bad, Replaced water valve, worked great. Part#4318046
Icemaker and water dispenser water inlet valve kit
3307


Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly clear early...then partly cloudy after midnight. Areas of fog after midnight. Lows 30 to 35 with local frost light wind..

Friday: Partly sunny early...then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs around 60 light wind.

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November 03, 2004

News Sears Kenmore Refrigerator

Stainless Steel w/ Graphite Kenmore Elite 21.7 cu. ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator with Acceler-Ice 3xi™ Ice System
Top Freezer Refrigerator
logo_energystar.gif

Convenient top freezer refrigerator with an external filtered water dispenser and the Acceler-Ice 3xi™ automatic ice maker. Dual thermostats, 2 clear vegetable crispers with humidity-control and a sliding utility bin plus sliding tray.
Acceler-Ice 3xi™ automatic ice maker
UltraFresh® system w/Surround Cool™ technology
External filtered water dispenser
Electronic controls with GrocerySavor® and control lockout
America's Quietest sound package
Energy Star®

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Mostly clear...becoming partly cloudy after midnight with areas of fog. Lows around 30. North wind 10 to 15 mph decreasing.

Thursday: Partly sunny with areas of morning fog...then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs around 55. North wind 10 mph.

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November 02, 2004

Election Day, Nov. 2nd 2004

Rainy day here in Oregon,

2002 Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer(Frigidaire built)(Model#41743042200): Timer stalls just before final spin cycle.
There is a service flash on this problem:
Its says Sears Canada, but its a North America Problem, because i have seen this problem on many of these Sears Kenmore Front Load Washers.
Download file
I changed the motor controller board, part#134306000, worked great.
Spin control board assembly
1021692


1999 Sears Kenmore Washer(Whirlpool built)(Model#11028922790): Not Spinning, Found these parts worn out, Gearcase leaking oil too.
Gearcase for direct drive washer
423

Brake and drive tube kit
1254


Washing machine clutch assembly with hardware
2670

Have a good evening!

Forecast for South Willamette Valley
...including cities of Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis
Tonight: Cooler. Showers likely in the evening...then chance of showers. Lows 35 to 40. West wind 10 mph becoming north after midnight.

Wednesday: Partly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs around 55. North wind increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.

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November 01, 2004

2004 Sears Kenmore Freezer on the Bottom(Amana built)

Model#59672254201 : Refrigerator Door gasket not sealing good on handle opening side, Found Middle hinge pin need a couple shims, to raise the refrigerator door, to prevent it from hitting the bottom of the refrigerator floor. Part#M0274057 Installed 2 shims onto hinge pin, worked great.
Click on picture for more information and pricing.

197168

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2003 Whirlpool Top Freezer Refrigerator

Model#ET8GTKXKQ00 : Refrigerator door gasket not sealing good, torn in corner. Part#2262080. Installed new Refrigerator Door Gasket as shown here.
1026709

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First Day of November Election Eve 2004

Good Morning,

Heres a news story thats very important:

Dryers one of a home's most dangerous appliances
Morning News
October 23, 2004

This comes from the Appliance news page thats linked to this blog, Thanks to Appliance411.com

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