The door latch assembly on your Frigidaire dishwasher model FGCD2444SA ensures the door is closed and locked before the appliance starts. The part is also equipped with a sensor that cuts off power to the dishwasher when the door is opened. A faulty door latch will either affect the door’s ability to close properly or prevent the dishwasher from turning on. While … Read More
How to Troubleshoot a Faulty Refrigerator Water Dispenser
The water that dispenses from your refrigerator is one of the best ways to enjoy a glass of water. Not only is it perfectly chilled, but it’s also filtered by a purpose-built water filter inside the fridge. The cold fridge water often even tastes better than your home tap water because of the filter and the chill. But when your … Read More
End of 2019 Appliance Recalls to Be Aware Of
Not every product is made perfect. Even with factory production and modern engineering, sometimes appliances come off the production line with a flaw. There are ovens that flex in the heat, there are batteries that overload and catch fire. Sometimes, these production imperfections are harmless or just mildly annoying. But products are downright dangerous are produced and sold with surprising … Read More
How to Replace a Hidden Bake Element in Your Oven
In most ovens, the elements are both exposed and visible. Both the top and bottom elements can clearly be seen if you peer into the oven. You can see them glow and judge how well they’re working based on the glow. But not all ovens are built like this. With some ovens, the bake element is hidden. The heat still … Read More
3 Washing Machine Problems That Are Easy to DIY Repair
There’s no doubt about it; having a misbehaving washing machine is simply the worst. You need that washer to perform reliably so you can have clean clothes and towels on-demand. Most likely, your washing machine is an important part of your routine. Many professionals start the wash before work and keep it moving as each person comes home from school … Read More
Where to Find Your Refrigerator Water Filter – Various Models
Your refrigerator water filter is something that many people don’t think of. Your fridge might not even dispense water, only ice, but the filter does need to occasionally be changed. Modern fridges have a helpful light that will alert you when the current filter’s time is up, and we all notice when the little black flecks appear in the ice … Read More
How to Repair a Microwave that Is Not Turning
The turntable in your microwave is not just to show off your food as it cooks; it has a very important function. If the turntable does not spin, your food is not cooked unevenly. You may have experienced this in the past with a plate, takeout box, or piece of pizza that was just too large for your microwave and … Read More
How to Replace Your Dryer Timer
There are a few different types of dryer controls depending on the make, model, and year your dryer was produced. While many modern devices have buttons that determine the dryer’ s cycle and settings, older models tend to have a twist-knob timer. Dryers last a long time so many homes still have their older model dryers and sometimes the timers wear … Read More
How to Locate Your Whirlpool Appliance Model Number and What You Need It For
For the majority of the lifespan of any appliance, you won’t need to know the model number or even how to find it. It is not exactly something you need to write down on your hand so you remember it forever and can use it every day. However, there are times where you will at least need to know how … Read More
4 Appliance Recalls from 2019 Products You Should Know About
Every business making consumer products must go through rigorous testing and meet exacting standards of safety and performance. Some products work better than others, but every brand tries to meet these standards of safety to the best of their factory ability. But sometimes, something goes wrong in the design or production that creates a flaw, and that flaw is only … Read More