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Electrical workers should always wear a few very important types of clothing for safety reasons. Find out what types of clothing electrical workers should wear with help from a longtime electrical contractor in this free video clip.
Venting an electric dryer always requires you to keep a few important things in mind. Vent an electric dryer with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
Just because your clothing has gotten frayed doesn't mean you'll have to throw out everything you own. Fix frayed clothing with help from a certified image consultant in this free video clip.
Laundry day is problematic when rain or snow prevent you from hanging your wet laundry outside. Even on nice days, an expandable clothes dryer hung on the laundry room or garage wall saves time and energy. Simply push the bracket up, snapping it into place and then flip the clothes dryer frame out to hang your laundry.
Diesel fuel has different properties in cold weather as opposed to gasoline. During extremely cold temperatures, diesel fuel can gel, affecting its ability to flow freely. This can cause problems with the 7.3 liter diesel engine in your 1999 F-250. Fuel gelling is usually not a problem in these trucks, as there is a heating element in the bottom of the fuel filter housing. Replace a faulty fuel heating element to ensure your truck can handle the coldest of temperatures.
The reclining couches sold by Ashley Furniture Industries can be up to 42 inches deep, making them difficult to fit through narrow doorways or corridors in a home. Some of the assembled reclining sofas are particularly hard to move, as these can weigh about 260 pounds or more. Taking apart an Ashley reclining couch is a trick some professional movers use, because the task of moving the sofa from room or to another house becomes easier, especially if you have to complete the chore by yourself.
Most household thermal dryers are sturdy, well-designed machines built to provide years of trouble-free service. However, electrical components such as drive motors can sometimes fail after extended service. If your dryer drum stops turning and you detect a pungent burning smell, the drive motor has finally shorted out and must be replaced. Most American appliance manufacturers use drive motors produced by the same third-party manufacturer specializing in electrical parts. Therefore, regardless of your particular brand of dryer, motor replacement procedures are almost identical across a wide range of machines.
Making DIY repairs to home appliances can save you money and time. Thanks to the wide availability of information on the Internet, making repairs to your own appliances is relatively simple. Installing a new propane nozzle on an LG dryer, for instance, requires little more than a visit to one very handy website and an hour or so of work on the dryer itself.
All non-condensing dryers must be vented. If you have a dryer in a basement, one of the ways that you can vent the dryer is by running it through the sill. The sill is the wooden framework that sits between the concrete foundation and the wooden upper floors of the house. Installing a dryer vent through a sill is a project that an experienced DIY'er can handle over the course of a weekend.
Whether you're installing a gas stove or a water boiler, you'll need to ensure gases will safely vent from your home during their operation. The key when installing your own chimney vent is to pay close attention to the manufacturer's instructions. The vent piping must be compatible with the appliance or stove you're installing. Always follow the manufacturer's specific guidelines for securing and insulating pipe sections. If you're ever unsure about the process, contact the manufacturer or the local fire department for advice.
Gas dryers use warm air to dry clothes quickly and efficiently. Problems with your dryer can leave you with wet clothes and an expensive repair bill. One of the simplest causes of dryer failure involves a faulty ignitor, which you can replace yourself. Handle the ignitor carefully, as it's fragile.
Airflow in the attic reduces heat and humidity that can accumulate and damage rafters and the roof decking. Standard attic venting features soffit vents under the roof eaves and additional vents near the ridge of the roof. Finishing out an attic often includes building a knee wall that blocks the narrow floor space at the edges of the attic. During a remodel, you will add rafter baffles to redirect the airflow from the soffit vents to the upper roof vents. Rafter baffles are lightweight panels that attach to the underside of the roof decking starting at the top of the…
Although taking apart your 42-inch VIZIO television is usually a job left to television repair professional, you can attempt to repair the television yourself. However, removing the back panel of your VIZIO television will void the 10-year warranty. Commonly replaceable parts include the LCD inverter, control board, transformer and speaker assembly.
Besides using a lot of energy, electric and gas clothes dryers can damage clothing with shrinkage, rips, tears and general loss of fiber. If you live in an apartment or other small residence without a private washer and dryer, or if you want to dry delicate clothing carefully, a clothes drying rack is a very convenient alternative. Save time, money and your fabric with a minimal investment in time and cost by making your own foldable clothes dryer.
A stacked combination washer and dryer unit is designed typically for use in small areas where a traditional washer and dryer would not fit. Although the unit comes with the dryer built on top of the washer, the way the unit operates is fairly similar to traditional machines. Repairs to the unit also are similar to those of its larger cousins. The only difference when replacing the dryer bearing on the stacked unit is that a stepladder is required to reach the top.
Outdoor dryer vents usually have a flange on the outside that is part of the hood that covers the hole in the wall. However many dryer vents do not have an inside flange to cover the hole on the inside wall. It is possible to make a flange for a dryer vent with a small piece of sheet metal. The flange only needs to be large enough to cover the hole yet wide enough for the dryer vent pipe.
Installing soffit vents is an easy DIY project. There are only a few steps, which include cutting a rectangular hole in the soffit and screwing in the vent. The vents are installed under the eaves on a building. Soffit vents are generally situated every 150 square feet of ceiling. They must have a roof vent as well to establish a good airflow. Soffit vents are an essential element in preserving your roof by eliminating condensation during the winter and keeping the attic cool in the summer. Both actions lessen the electric bill.
The belt on the motor of the GE washer on a GE Washer/Dryer stacking unit is critical to the performance of the machine. A broken belt will cause the motor to fail at properly operating the appliance, requiring immediate repair. You can fix your GE washer's belt at the front of the assembly by accessing the part via the rear access panel on the machine. Previous washer troubleshooting experience is not necessary.
Taking apart the Electro-Voice RE20 microphone is sometimes necessary to access internal wiring and components for maintenance and repair. Used in many professional broadcast and recording studios for its rugged build quality, mistreatment and exposure to environmental extremes can cause wiring and internal parts to fail. The EV RE20 is tightly engineered, so good quality tools are a must for successful dismantling.
The thermal coil is a part inside an electric dryer that produces heat to dry laundry. A thermo coupler is a separate part inside the dryer that monitors the temperature of the thermal coil and shuts down the appliance for safety if it detects overheating. Both parts work in tandem with a blower motor that forces air over the thermal coil and into the spinning clothes drum. The two parts are located in the back of the appliance.
A horizontal plumbing stack vent installs on the horizontally opposed drain line leading into your main stack. This vent usually connects to the toilet drain line but may also service a faucet drain. You must look beneath the floor under your toilet or faucet to locate the toilet drain line. After you locate the drain pipe, simply follow it until you come to a 4-inch diameter pipe, which is the home's main drainage stack. Install the vent where you find a suitable place with enough clearance for the vent pipe.
Air conditioners take air, draw out heat to cool it and pump the air back through either simple vents or a ductwork system. Air conditioners tend to draw out moisture from air and can be used to dry materials or clothes, as well as houses. But the process, while simple, uses complex refrigerant mixtures and a number of units, including a compressor, evaporator and blower fan system. Heat may be an additional component, depending on the type of dryer.
One way to cut down on heating costs in the cooler months is to use heat from your dryer exhaust if you have an electric dryer. Dryer diverters have a damper that allows you to direct the heated dryer exhaust into the house and to close the damper during the spring and summer. Installing a dryer heat diverter is much like installing the dryer exhaust duct.
Your home’s plumbing system contains a myriad of pipes that supply water and allow waste to drain downward and out of the house, but it also includes a vent system, connected to the drainage system, that prevents air locks in the drains. Proper venting prevents clogs and backed-up sewer gas. The main vent system, called the “vent stack,” features a large pipe that runs from the sewer drain all the way up to the top of the house, where it exits through the roof. Individual vent pipes will connect bathrooms and kitchen fixtures to the vent stack.
Clothes dryers contain two thermostats. One is the operating thermostat, which determines the temperature of the air that dries clothing while the dryer is operating. The other thermostat is called the high limit or safety thermostat; this thermostat prevents the dryer from overheating. When a dryer thermostat goes bad, a variety of symptoms can emerge.
When learning how to fix your own Kenmore dryer, the first challenge you’ll come across is removing the dryer’s cabinet. The cabinet is the outside metal shell that protects the motor and other components. Without removing the cabinet, you cannot access the areas necessary for maintenance.
The heating elements in your General Electric range experience heavy use during the appliance's lifetime and have been known to fail prematurely on some models. There are few safety precautions to bear in mind as you install a replacement element. Though the parts are easy to change you should always take precautions when dealing with an electrical appliance. Heating elements are easy to remove for replacement or cleaning.
Venting a dryer removes the hot, moist air from your home and deposits it outside your home. Without venting, your dryer would expel lint and moisture into your home. Properly venting the dryer requires a pipe or duct to be set between the dryer and the exterior of your home. Pipe or duct can be used, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
Tromm gas dryers are part of the LG appliance family, and these advanced dryers feature state-of-the-art drying technologies and cycles. While a Tromm dryer is designed to last many years, the blower can malfunction. The blower is responsible for blowing heated air around the clothing and out of the dryer vent. If you notice the dryer making a "clanking" noise during operation or not rotating, you may have a clogged blower. Before clearing the blower, read your owner’s manual as the exact steps may differ depending on the Tromm model series.
Magic Chef dryers have a blower wheel attached to the motor assembly. The blower wheel turns as the motor rotates. This creates the air that goes into the dryer drum. If you notice a lack of warm air entering the drum of the dryer, the blower wheel assembly could be damaged. You need to access the motor to replace the blower. There may be some sharp edges on the cabinet during removal, so wear gloves to protect your hands.
A chirping dryer can make laundry time even less enjoyable than it already is. If your dryer chirps or makes a creaking noise as it spins, the problem may be worn drum rollers. If so, there is an easy fix. Good, safe dryer repair will make your appliance last longer, saving you money and keeping operation time quieter. With a few tools and the right replacement parts, you can swap out drum rollers and make your laundry room a more peaceful place.
Schlage manufactures home security and hardware products, including handles for a home's front door. The selection includes different models of Schlage handlesets, as well as Dexter by Schlage handlesets, all for front-entry use. Remove the Schlage door handles, if you desire, without taking apart the other hardware inside the door, such as the latch and the deadbolt assembly. Use care when prying parts from the door, such as the rose, so that you don't damage the door.
Setting up a Kenmore dryer isn’t like plugging in a toaster or refrigerator. There are additional steps to installing the dryer and they vary depending on whether you have an electric or gas dryer. Rather than pay an appliance service person to install your Kenmore dryer, set it up yourself. This can save you some money and the time spent waiting for the service technician to arrive.
An automatic clothes dryer contains a large drum that holds your damp clothes. Heated air is forced into the drum while it rotates to thoroughly dry your clothes. A drum that slips may leave your clothes partially wet after a complete cycle. Because the drum is powered by a large flexible belt, that may be the culprit. The drum may slip if the belt tensioner is faulty. The tensioner tightens the belt against the drum with spring pressure. If the spring weakens or breaks, the tensioner will not keep the belt tight against the drum. Replacing the tensioner should remedy…
Most gas dryers feature a flame sensor, also known as a thermocouple. One end of the thermocouple connects to the gas valve and the other end to the pilot light. The thermocouple senses the presence of a flame on the pilot light and shuts off the gas supply to the pilot if the flame goes out. If your gas dryer is not heating properly, you can test the thermocouple to determine if it needs to be replaced.
A Maytag Neptune gas dryer consist of an electronic ignition device that lights the pilot when the machine is in use. This feature saves fuel because the pilot light only burns gas when it is being used instead of staying lighted all the time. If the pilot light on your Maytag Neptune gas dryer is not igniting and, therefore, not heating, the electronic ignition device may be clogged with debris. Clean a dirty ignitor using common household tools and solutions.
The thermal cutoff switch on a dryer works like a fuse to cut off the appliance when there is risk of overheating. The switch is designed to trip when the dryer exceeds a certain temperature level. With normal operation, the switch closes once the appliance cools down, and the dryer will work again. If the switch burns out, the dryer will not heat. Troubleshoot the part with a multimeter to determine if it must be replaced.
Maytag Performa dryers, like most electric clothes dryers, use a thermal fuse as a safety feature to prevent the appliance from overheating and potentially starting a fire. The fuse is attached to the electric heating element. If the dryer exceeds the temperature rating of the thermal fuse, the fuse trips and the heating element shuts down. If the Performa will not heat at all, but the drum rotates normally, the problem may be with the thermal fuse.
The component of your dryer where you put the wet clothes is called the drum. This part connects to the base of the dryer on a top-loading unit and the back of the dryer on a front-loading unit. A circular felt seal is wrapped around the area of the drum where it connects to the dryer. This felt seal allows the drum to spin smoothly. Inspect the seal if the drum isn't spinning as smoothly you'd like.
Kenmore gas dryers manufactured by Whirlpool use solenoid coils to send electrical pulses that open and close the gas valve. The coils are wired to the control board to activate when the dryer starts. A bad coil will prevent the gas valve from opening, so the Kenmore will not produce heat, although it may still tumble since the electric motor is on a different circuit. Testing the coil takes less than an hour using an ohmmeter.
Whether your Kenmore dryer is portable, or a full-size model, replacing the belt follows the same procedure. Kenmore produces a high-quality line of appliances, but parts will still wear and break at some point. It may be in your best interest to learn how to make simpler appliance repairs yourself, as labor rates for repair technicians can be very costly. Replacing the belt on the Kenmore dryer will take about 30 minutes, using a few basic tools.
Dryers with in-door lint traps utilize a front bulkhead and dryer drum glides to support the front of the tumbler. Dryers of all styles have drum rollers attached to the rear bulkhead to support the rear of the tumbler. When either of these supports wear out, the tumbler can sag, creating pinch points that catch and tear your clothes. Fix a loose dryer tumbler by replacing one or both of these supports.
The largest component inside your Amana dryer is the drum. This is the tub where you put the clothes. It is this drum that spins during a drying cycle. The drum spins via a drive belt, which is attached to the drum. If your dryer isn't spinning properly, it is likely the result of a belt problem. You can open up your dryer and troubleshoot the drum yourself.
Many modern dryers, such as Whirlpool dryers, come equipped with an internal moisture sensor. These sensors measure the level of moisture in the dryer drum. If the sensor detects no moisture, then the drying cycle shuts off. This safeguard saves on energy costs because it ensures you don't continue a cycle after the clothes have dried. However, it is possible for these sensors to fail over time. You can replace a failed sensor yourself.
The Kitchenaid KGYS850LT is a residential gas dryer manufactured by the Whirlpool Corporation. The dryer uses a rubber drive belt to rotate the drum. When this belt breaks, you need to replace it to get the drum spinning again. You can call a professional repairman, but you also can save time and money by replacing the belt yourself. It is important to note, though, that performing this type of repair on a Kitchenaid dryer may void its warranty.
The flame sensor in your Whirlpool gas dryer is the safeguard that prevents the unit from starting without proper ignition. If the flame sensor doesn't sense an ignitor flame on startup, it shuts off the gas. This is an important safety feature, so it's important to address any issues with your sensor that may arise. You can test the sensor by opening up your Whirlpool dryer.
Moisture around the dryer vent is a potentially serious problem. The moisture and humidity can lead to mold and mildew growth, which spreads into the dryer and onto your clothing. Lint is the main culprit behind the moisture build-up, but it is almost impossible to eliminate from your clothing. Reduce or eliminate the moisture around your dryer’s vent by keeping on top of the lint inside the filter and hose.
The Maytag SDE3606AYW is a front-loading automatic dryer designed for residential use. The blower wheel inside the dryer cabinet pushes the heated air throughout the tumbler drum as the dryer is running. If the blower wheel fails, the laundry inside the Maytag dryer will not dry properly. Replace the defective blower wheel with a new part to repair the SDE3606AYW dryer.
Sterilite manufactures plastic storage units with pull-out drawers in a variety of sizes. The storage units snap together in a few minutes with interlocking parts and can be disassembled just as quickly. No tools are required to put together or dismantle Sterilite drawers and storage components.
Kenmore residential electric dryers use a belt-and-pulley system to rotate the dryer drum. The dryer may squeak or fail to operate if the belt is damaged, broken or improperly installed. Troubleshooting an electric dryer belt is a simple task that can be completed without previous experience or special tools. However, because troubleshooting the belt requires you to partially disassemble the dryer, it may void the manufacturer's warranty on the appliance.
