Common Appliance Issues & Solutions

Quick troubleshooting tips for common appliance problems

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

The solutions provided below are general troubleshooting tips and do not guarantee a fix for your specific appliance issue. Always prioritize safety and consult with a professional technician if you're unsure about any repair. If these solutions don't resolve your problem, please contact us for professional assistance.

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🧊 Refrigerator Issues

Refrigerator Not Cooling

Common Causes:
  • Dirty condenser coils
  • Blocked air vents
  • Faulty thermostat
  • Door seals not tight
Try These Solutions:
  1. Clean the condenser coils (unplug first)
  2. Check and clear any blocked vents
  3. Ensure door seals are clean and tight
  4. Verify temperature settings

Water Leaking

Common Causes:
  • Clogged defrost drain
  • Damaged water line
  • Faulty door seals
Try These Solutions:
  1. Clear the defrost drain with warm water
  2. Check door seals for damage
  3. Inspect water lines for leaks

🍳 Oven Issues

Oven Not Heating

Common Causes:
  • Faulty heating element
  • Broken thermostat
  • Electrical connection issues
Try These Solutions:
  1. Check if heating elements glow red when on
  2. Verify oven is properly plugged in
  3. Test with an oven thermometer
  4. Check circuit breaker

Uneven Cooking

Common Causes:
  • Incorrect rack positioning
  • Overcrowded oven
  • Faulty heating element
Try These Solutions:
  1. Use center rack for most cooking
  2. Don't overcrowd the oven
  3. Rotate dishes halfway through cooking
  4. Check heating elements for damage

👕 Washer Issues

Washer Won't Drain

Common Causes:
  • Clogged drain hose
  • Blocked pump filter
  • Faulty drain pump
Try These Solutions:
  1. Check and clean the drain hose
  2. Clean the pump filter (if accessible)
  3. Ensure drain hose isn't kinked
  4. Run a cleaning cycle

Excessive Vibration

Common Causes:
  • Unbalanced load
  • Unlevel machine
  • Worn shock absorbers
Try These Solutions:
  1. Redistribute clothes evenly
  2. Check if washer is level
  3. Ensure all feet are touching the floor
  4. Don't overload the machine

🍽️ Dishwasher Issues

Dishes Not Getting Clean

Common Causes:
  • Clogged spray arms
  • Dirty filter
  • Incorrect loading
  • Old or insufficient detergent
Try These Solutions:
  1. Clean spray arms with a toothpick
  2. Remove and clean the filter
  3. Don't overcrowd dishes
  4. Use fresh, quality detergent

Water Not Draining

Common Causes:
  • Clogged filter
  • Blocked garbage disposal
  • Kinked drain hose
Try These Solutions:
  1. Clean the dishwasher filter
  2. Run garbage disposal if connected
  3. Check drain hose for kinks
  4. Run a cleaning cycle

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