From time to time, various appliances may show a fault code on their display panels. The error code could appear as a letter and number combination, or it may simply be an error light or flashing pattern. While there are far too many of these codes for the angry appliance repair person to tell you what they mean, he can tell you what to do when you see one. Watch this video to find out more.
Category: General
Can I winterize my newer appliances?
If you or a family member own a seasonal home that is vacant during the winter months, you might choose not to heat it. In the old days, many people would winterize appliances, plumbing, and other items in the home – and many still do. Watch this presentation from the angry appliance repair person to learn about important things to keep in mind with modern appliances when winterizing, and the kinds of problems that can arise with appliances that are kept in unheated spaces over the cold winter months.
What’s the difference between apartment size and full size?
If you live in an apartment or small home, you may have smaller “apartment size” appliances. But did you know they differ from full size appliances in more ways than size alone? Watch this presentation for important usage information to keep in mind if you have these smaller sized appliances in your home.
Why is this user manual so useless?
Over time, the user manuals that come with appliances have become shorter and shorter. You’re lucky if they give you complete instructions for the basic operation of the appliance! In this presentation, the angry appliance repair person explains where you can go to find information on the proper setup and operation of your appliances.
New from the angry appliance repair person: Buyer’s Guides!
Let’s face it, not every appliance is worth fixing. Sometimes repairs may be so expensive that it would cost about the same or less to buy a new appliance to replace the old one. Or maybe an appliance is so old that your repair person can no longer find parts to repair it. With over 30 years of experience in appliance repair, one question the angry appliance repair person has heard the most is, “What do you recommend?” Approximately once a month over the next several months, we’ll be posting buyer’s guides for various types of appliances so you’ll know what to look for, what questions to ask, and potential problems to watch out for as you’re shopping for a new appliance.
Why do I need a grounded outlet for my appliance?
If you live in an older home with an outdated electrical system, you may be experiencing problems with your appliances. The angry appliance repair person explains the importance of having grounded electrical outlets to supply power to your appliances.
How do I reboot my appliances?
You’ve probably heard this before if you’ve ever contacted tech support about a computer: Have you rebooted it? Well, the same can be true for appliances. Sometimes the solution to your appliance problem can be as simple as turning it off and turning it back on again. It’s always a good thing to try before you call for service, just in case. But how do you reboot, especially if your appliance doesn’t plug into an outlet? Watch this presentation from the angry appliance repair person to learn the most common ways of rebooting an appliance.
Why are there stains on my stainless appliances?
So you bought an appliance such as a refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, etc. with a stainless finish. Maybe you’ve been using a cleaner specifically for stainless appliances. And now you’re wondering why you’re seeing rust-like spots or stains on it. Watch this presentation from the angry appliance repair person to learn how to best take care of your appliances with stainless finishes.