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A Simple Guide To Troubleshooting Your Appliances

Docs Appliance • February 27, 2019

It can be a stressful time when your household appliances start giving you trouble. You may ponder whether to get them repaired or purchase brand-new ones. Sometimes, the device in question may be too old, and it is an obvious time to replace it. In other situations, an inexpensive repair will do the job. For DIY enthusiasts, getting the right part is all it takes to get the appliance running again. Here are some troubleshooting tips to help you decide if you should repair it yourself or hire a professional.

Basic Items to Check Off

You can perform some basic troubleshooting before calling a maintenance specialist. For instance, one essential thing to check is whether the electrical cable is loose. Check the wires and ensure that it’s not an issue of electrical power. It is also a good idea to check the appliance instruction manual for its troubleshooting section. It usually has all the common problems listed, and you may find the solution in that section of the manual. Some appliances display an error code, which is a good clue into what could be going wrong and how to fix the problem.

Another common problem that’s easy to overlook is resetting the appliance. If there is a reset button, you could try that to reset the device and get it working again.

Troubleshooting Appliance-Specific Issues

If you have checked off all the items from the common troubleshooting checklist, you could start looking at appliance-specific issues. These issues are listed in the instruction manuals for that particular device. For instance, one common problem that cooktops have is the clicking sound of the igniter. If that happens, the burner cap may not be aligned correctly. You could quickly fix this by adjusting the burner cap. If the problem still doesn’t go away, you can call an expert to take a look.

Some appliances, such as your garbage disposal, may have a self-protection turn-off switch. If it clogs or overheats, you may just be able to reset it. If the reset button doesn’t do the trick, you may have to call the technician.

DIY Projects

If you are a DIY enthusiast, you may figure out after troubleshooting that you need to replace a part of your appliance. If you are comfortable with replacing it yourself, you can just order the part and repair it on your own. At Doc’s Appliance Service, we supply parts for your convenience. We can help you with your parts needs in person, over the phone or online. In addition, Doc’s Appliance Service offers you some helpful hints to ensure a longer life of your household appliances.

At Doc’s Appliance Service , we offer quality services to our customers at a competitive price. We are family-owned and operated and take pride in excellent customer satisfaction. For all your appliance repair and parts needs, contact Doc’s Appliance Service at 800-726-7130.

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