Refrigerator |
Stove |
Dishwasher |
Washer |
Dryer |
Disposal |
Freezer |
Microwave
Air Temp Refrigerator Repair Tips
If your refrigerator is not running or is not cold enough...
1.
Turn the thermostat up to the next highest setting. If it comes on, let
it run for 24 hours and check temperature to confirm it is working
properly.
2. Clear/remove anything blocking the
air flow around the outside of the refrigerator (on top, underneath,
behind, beside, in front of, etc.). Allow 3" of clearance all the way
around.
3. If there are condenser coils on the
rear of the box, make sure the box is several inches from the wall and
that nothing is on top at the rear, blocking the heat from coming off
the coils.
4. If the condenser coils are
underneath the refrigerator, clean the coils with a vacuum cleaner
thoroughly at least twice a year.
If the door is sticking or not closing properly...
1.
Wipe off the face of the gasket with a wet rag and make sure the
interior shelves, drawers and food are not preventing the door from
closing from the inside.
Air Temp Stove Repair Tips
Electric - If your burners are not heating...
1. Make sure they are sitting straight in their proper positions.
Electric - If your oven is not heating...
1. Make sure the clock is set on manual cycle and not the automatic time bake cycle.
Gas - If the top burners are not lighting...
1. Wipe off the burner with a hot, damp rag and then dry completely.
Gas - If your oven is not heating...
1. Make sure the clock is set on the manual and not the automatic cycle.
2. Raise up the top and keep the area clean and free of grease build-up.
Air Temp DISHWASHER REPAIR TIPS
If the dishes are not getting clean...
1.
Make sure the water is hot enough. It should be at least 140 degrees,
which is hot enough to burn you - VERY HOT! If it is not hot enough,
turn the hot water heater thermostat up to a higher setting.
2. Make sure the lower spray arm is unobstructed and turning freely.
3. Make sure the bottom inside the dishwasher is clean and free of debris.
4.
Make sure you are following the proper loading procedures. Use the
proper amount of detergent and make sure the detergent is fresh (check
expiration or "best if used by" date.
If the door isn't closing...
1.
Make sure the latch assembly is unrestricted and latching properly.
Make sure nothing is blocking the door from opening and closing
properly.
If the unit is leaking...
1.
Make sure you are following the proper loading procedures, including
proper type and amounts of detergents. Run the unit through cycle while
empty - if it doesn't leak, it's probably a loading problem.
2. Make sure the racks are positioned properly.
3. Make sure the door is unrestricted around the opening.
Tech Tip
- If the inside of your dishwasher is begriming to brown and form
mineral stains, put Limeaway (available at your grocery store) or Tang
Citrus Drink into the tank draining the wash cycle. The citric acid
from these products will remove the mineral buildup and restore the
finish.
Tech Tip
- If your dishwasher is developing a film on the inside, put 6-7 drops
of good-quality, name brand regular liquid detergent (for hand washing
dishes) in the bottom and put the machine through a regular cycle. This
procedure will wash away soap scum, mineral deposits and grit. It will
also allow the machine to work better. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not put more
than 6-7 drops of liquid detergent. Be proactive, prevent potential
floods!
Air Temp Washer Repair Tips
If machine is dead...
1. Make sure the lid is closed properly.
2. Make sure the timer and all of the controls are set properly.
3. Make sure both water faucets are turned on.
Tech Tip - Follow the proper loading procedure and machine operation.
Tech Tip - Never overload the machine.
Air Temp Dryer Repair Tips
If the clothes are not getting dry...
1. Make sure the dryer is not pushed back against the rear exhaust duct causing an air flow restriction.
2.
Make sure the clothes are coming out of the washer spun damp dry. If
the washer is not spinning the clothes damp dry, the dryer will not dry
the clothes in a normal amount of time.
Tech Tip - Follow the proper loading procedure and machine operation.
Tech Tip - Never overload the dryer.
Air Temp Disposal Repair Tips
If the unit jams/hums...
1. Turn the unit off. After turning the unit off, remove anything that has fallen into the grinding chamber.
2.
Turn the unit off. After turning the unit off, insert an "un jamming"
tool into the bottom and turn clockwise. Once the tool turns freely,
remove whatever was causing the jam.
3. If the unit
is dead, press the red reset button located on the bottom of the
disposal - if the unit begins to hum and the reset trips again, it is
still jammed. Repeat step #2 and #3.
Tech Tip - Always run water in the sink when you operate the unit.
Air Temp Freezer Repair Tips
If the unit is not self-defrosting and the temperatures begin to rise...
1.
Check the frost buildup on the inside of the freezer. If it is heavily
frosted, manually defrost the freezer by turning it off at the
thermostat. Unplug from the wall and allow 12 hours for the unit to
defrost, with both doors open.
If the unit is not an automatic self-defrosting model...
1.
Defrost the unit once a year or as often as needed. Follow the proper
defrosting methods. DO NOT USE a knife, pick, hammer, chisel,
screwdriver, etc. or any sharp object)
Tech Tip - Follow all procedures outlined under the refrigerator heading.
Tech Tip - Do not pack the freezer.
Air Temp Microwave Repair Tips
Tech Tip - Always use microwave safe dishes.
Tech Tip
- Do not use aluminum foil or anything with metal on it. (unless your
microwave specifically allows it. Check your owner's manual)
Tech Tip - Wipe the seal off with a wet rag and dry it thoroughly as often as needed.
Tech Tip - Do not twist, bend, or slam the door in any way.
