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Appliance repair for do it yourselfers
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Posted on 09/21/2021 11:29:52 AM PDT by patriot torch

I just had an appliance repairman show up to diagnose my refrigerator problem and he quoted 350 dollars to replace an evaporator fan. The refrigerator is 17 years old and not worth that amount of money stuck into it.

After paying 95 dollars for a service call, I decided to do some research of my own. I always prefer to do my own repairs on most things, but its often the diagnosis issue I struggle with. Repairmen are often highly educated and are worth their pay. But on simpler repairs I would rather choose to repair things myself.

I found this website and thought it might be helpful for the do it yourselfers here at FR.


TOPICS: Education; Reference
KEYWORDS: appliance; parts; repair
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To: LastDayz
The three things a plumber needs to know:
  1. Hot on left, cold on right.
  2. Sh!t runs downhill
  3. Payday is on Friday

21 posted on 09/21/2021 11:57:26 AM PDT by central_va (I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn...)
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To: patriot torch

Even if I think I know how to fix something I always check the internet for any expert tips and tricks.


22 posted on 09/21/2021 11:57:30 AM PDT by shoff (Vote Democrat it beats thinking!)
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To: patriot torch

I’ve used several appliance parts sites to order replacement parts, but your site is great. Thanks.


23 posted on 09/21/2021 11:59:13 AM PDT by moovova (There will never be another fair presidential election in the USA.)
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To: Bobalu

Haven’t used a toaster in years. But do use a toaster oven.
Multiple uses, cheap, trash it after a few years.


24 posted on 09/21/2021 11:59:30 AM PDT by deport ( )
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To: cymbeline

The need for 15 minutes of fame often outweigh the quest for money.


25 posted on 09/21/2021 12:09:42 PM PDT by Dutch Boy
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To: patriot torch

We’ve used this site to get parts to repair an old Maytag washer. We got the fixit instructions from the Internet. Ancient Maytag is still doing the job and we’re only out a few bucks.

This site is a great money saver. Highly recommend it.


26 posted on 09/21/2021 12:09:49 PM PDT by PA Presbyterian (Never Surrender!)
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To: SamAdams76

I did my own washer and dryer repairs, and simple car repairs thru YouTube. It’s a great place to start, it might take a little digging, but worth spending the time doing.


27 posted on 09/21/2021 12:14:33 PM PDT by telescope115 (Proud member of the ANTIFAuci movement. )
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To: patriot torch

We’ve also found diy repair work on you tube. The sight has been helpful with repairs and installation.
.

Thanks for sharing the new address.

Do any find that when purchased, an appliance is delivered with NO brochures/manuals? In order to find information of any type one must go on line and print their manuals; really, a pain in the rear.


28 posted on 09/21/2021 12:15:22 PM PDT by V K Lee (Resist, we will! Remember, we must!)
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To: patriot torch
"...350 dollars to replace an evaporator fan..."

Did mine last year - saved a ton. Fixed my dryer twice using the internet for trouble-shooting and repair tips - sweet.

Still looking for the video to help me replace the fuel rods in my reactor....

29 posted on 09/21/2021 12:16:08 PM PDT by Psalm 73 ("You'll never hear surf music again" - J. Hendrix)
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To: SamAdams76
YouTube is an amazing resource for do-it-yourself home projects.

Among other things, I've repaired a dead control panel on a remote controlled optical telescope, and have repaired a non working solid state linear amplifier, repaired cell phones, replaced cell phone batteries which were said to be non-replaceable, etc. I would have never attempted these types of repairs without video tutorials.

30 posted on 09/21/2021 12:22:02 PM PDT by dragnet2 (Diversion and evasion are tools of deceit)
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To: patriot torch

I have a small refrigerator that’s over 40 years old, works just fine. It’s washers that don’t last.

Since I’m not handy — with anything involving brute strength — I rely on repairmen when necessary, but when they are going to peel $500 off me, I usually go shopping for a new appliance.

You might want to find a repairman who will give you a few bucks for your albatross; someone who makes a profit repairing and reselling them.


31 posted on 09/21/2021 12:24:34 PM PDT by Buttons12 ( )
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To: cymbeline

It amazes me how many people, a lot of them professionals, make videos sharing their expertise.

Narcissism, self importance, hero to self.


32 posted on 09/21/2021 12:25:30 PM PDT by drSteve78 (Je suis Deplorable. STILL)
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To: cymbeline

I would like to have a dollar for every video I have watched on YouTube that started out “Hey guys!” I am so SICK of hearing that!


33 posted on 09/21/2021 12:26:43 PM PDT by telescope115 (Proud member of the ANTIFAuci movement. )
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To: patriot torch

I like to see folks fixing things themselves, as it should be to beat the greedy. I have always fixed everything myself. And I mean everything...


34 posted on 09/21/2021 12:27:37 PM PDT by Openurmind (The ultimate test of a moral society is the kind of world it leaves to its children. ~ D. Bonhoeffer)
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To: patriot torch

YouTube is a handy helper too!


35 posted on 09/21/2021 12:34:04 PM PDT by grame (May you know more of the love of God Almighty this day!)
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To: V K Lee

Some time back a friend alerted me to videos on YouTube for microwave repair. Turns out that very often an internal fuse will blow. 50 cent fuse and 30 minute repair to salvage a 300 dollar microwave. I can only imagine how many microwaves were thrown to the curb when a cheap and easy repair could have solved the issue.

Here’s the link:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8i3iYtQOih4

By the way, a website I’ve used often for yard and garden tool repair:

Www.partstree.com


36 posted on 09/21/2021 12:34:54 PM PDT by patriot torch
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To: Bobalu

I gave up on toasters too - but my solution - - buy a cheap Amazon basic air fryer... the real basic one - not digital. It’s toasts everything - and faster - and makes great wings and ribs... in the $60 range.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Quart-Compact-Multi-Functional-Fryer/dp/B07W197T5J/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8


37 posted on 09/21/2021 12:34:57 PM PDT by GOPJ (Try Milley and his commie cabal for treason - then put them to death.It'll be a lesson for the young)
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To: patriot torch

You can usually find appliance fixes at YouTube videos. Easy to follow. I’ve done this a few times. Oh, and also for setting up electronic devices as well.


38 posted on 09/21/2021 12:36:34 PM PDT by PJ-Comix (Frank Luntz's Head Rug Is Transitioning to Muskrat)
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To: patriot torch
I've used that sites several times for minor stuff I could fix myself.

My appliances are old, like 25 years or older. But that's a good thing since I have a friend who does appliance repair and if he can get the parts for the appliance, he can fix it.

He doesn't even try to fix the newer appliances because they've become too digital and pretty much have planned obsolescence built into them.

I think the most I ever paid him was about $165 to replace the transmission in my clothes washing machine.

39 posted on 09/21/2021 12:37:56 PM PDT by Hot Tabasco (Without potatoes, life has no meaning......)
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To: patriot torch

I think that was Zenith.


40 posted on 09/21/2021 12:41:54 PM PDT by brianl703
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