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If you have an ice making machine onsite, do not forget to change the water filter as recommended (usually every six months), even if it looks fine. Otherwise, sediment and scale will build, compromising its capabilities and requiring repairs.

Ever wonder why the back of your fridge is so warm? That's because of the condenser. As the coolant is compressed into liquid, it releases heat into the air. In modern fridges, this is often covered by a protective plate.

A common problem with washing machines is for the machine to stop agitating or spinning. An appliance repair expert knows to check the simple things, like a broken lid switch, and the more complicated things, like a damaged motor or belt.

Don’t just jump into buying a washer without first researching the different makes and models. The average family washes 400 loads a year, so you’ll want a washing machine that can properly clean your clothes as efficiently as possible.

The first patent-holder for the garbage disposal belongs to the In-Sink-Erator Manufacturing Company. Invented by architect John W. Hammes in 1927, it took ten years to perfect before he sold it to the public.

Refrigerator design improvements were patented by African American inventors Thomas Elkins and John Standard in 1879 and 1891 respectively. Elkins’ improvement included a method to improve chilling and Standard’s improvement had to do with the overall arrangement of refrigerator pieces and parts.

When writing down the serial number of a product, pay attention to the base number as well as any dash numbers or stamped letters next to the serial number. These sometimes specify changes in design that you will need in order to refine your parts search.

One thing you can do to maintain your commercial oven between professional cleanings is to regularly check the oven door seal and have the gasket replaced if needed. This is important, since, if the oven door isn’t sealing properly, then heat will escape, increasing your utility bill and causing food to take longer to cook.

Few household appliances can be as scary for homeowners to deal with as the kitchen garbage disposal. When you aren’t sure what the problem is, let us take a look so you don’t have to risk your fingers.

Dryers making loud rumbling noises or failing to dry clothes properly may need a new motor. For expensive dryers, this is a good investment as it is cheaper than buying a whole new dryer.

The exhaust vent of your clothes dryer plays a crucial role in the drying process. Any water or moisture is turned into steam and vented away from the dryer using the exhaust vent. Make sure you keep the vent clean and unobstructed.

In the 1920s, Clarence Birdseye began researching and developing the processes and technologies necessary to quick-freeze food. By 1930, he was ready to test-market 27 different items to determine how grocery shoppers would react to frozen food products.

If your dishwasher, dryer, washer, or refrigerator are newer, they are more complicated to fix than older, manual appliances that could be repaired with a simple part. With new appliances, it's best to call an expert repairman to examine your problem.