A dishwasher can take between one to four hours to complete a cycle. For a normally working machine, typically the time depends on the settings. If you use sanitization or heavy wash cycles, it will take vastly longer than a simple rinse cycle or light wash. However, if you are using a light cycle and your dishwasher still takes four hours or more to complete, there may be something wrong. Water is Not Heating Properly In order to clean your dishes efficiently, your dishwasher needs to use heated water between 120 and 150 degrees. For models that are connected to only cold water, some designs ..read more

Typically, you don’t notice a washer filling with water. It happens so quickly that you never really keep track of how long it takes to do so. However, when a washer is filling slowly, you will tend to notice. Your laundry may take longer or you may notice that your clothing is not getting washed correctly. However, when a washer is not getting filled quickly, it is rarely a problem with the actual washer. Instead, it is more likely a problem with the water source. Here is what you can do to fix it. Check That The Valves are Open If you have shut off the water to the washer to do repairs or ev ..read more

The handle on your oven is meant to last longer than the lifespan of your appliance. It is very sturdy and unlikely to be damaged. However, over regular use, the handle is prone to becoming very dirty and stained. If you can no longer clean it sufficiently, you may want to replace it so your appliance looks nice again. Yet while it requires a bit of disassembly, it isn’t difficult to do so. Start this repair by opening your oven door fully. You will want to move the locking tabs on the hinges to the up position on both sides. Once done, you can close the door until it stops then lift it rig ..read more

A dishwasher is an essential appliance in helping keep on top of dirty dishes without spending a lot of time washing them, but if the soap isn’t dissolving in the dispenser, are they really getting clean? It could be that your dishwasher isn’t getting the right amount of water into the system to dissolve the soap. You will need a drill bit or screwdriver of 1/4 inch and an electrical current meter.  Removing the Front Panel To check to see if this is the problem, remove the bottom front panel. You’ll need to use a ¼ inch drill bit or screwdriver to remove the 4 screws. Once the screws ar ..read more

If you have started your washer and come back when it should be finished only to catch it still spinning, you may have a problem. If you check on it a few more times and find that it is still spinning, you obviously want to find out why so you can stop it and fix it. The first step when you discover that your washing machine won’t stop spinning is to put a stop to it. This can be done, ultimately, by unplugging your washing machine. Leaving it stuck spinning can be very hard on the inner workings, but disconnecting the power gives you time to investigate. Now you will first want to try r ..read more

A haunted house is the quintessential October activity anywhere in the United States. While Indianapolis has a lot going on in October, and that reaches a fever pitch the closer one gets to Halloween, it also has some awesome haunted houses too. Whether you like it extreme for adults or want something milder that you can take the kids to, the city can provide. The Haunted Grim-nasium at the Children’s Museum Indy’s Children Museum is really great any time of year if you have kids, but October introduces a special event – the Grim-nasium. It has basketball, monsters, weight rooms, monster ..read more

Accidents happen and the exterior of your dishwasher can bear the brunt of them. If your outer dishwasher panel is cracked, dented, or scratched up after various circumstances, you do not need to replace the whole appliance. Rather, the outer panel of the appliance can simply be replaced. Before attempting the repair, you will want to consult your owner’s manual to figure out the exact replacement outer door panel for your dishwasher. It should be noted that the older your model is, the more difficult it will be to find a replacement. These are general steps to cover a variety of dishwashe ..read more

If you own a Samsung Top Load Washer and you have one or more of the following issues: Reports Error Code “DC” or “DC1” Won’t spin Won’t Fill Makes a clicking noise Won’t run You may need to replace the lid lock assembly on your washer.  The following instructions outline the steps for removing and replacing the lid lock assembly on the 4.5 cu ft Samsung Top Load Washer Model #WA45M7050AW/A4.  The Lid Lock Assembly is part no. DC34-00025E. For this repair, you will need a #2 Phillips’ head screwdriver and a small prying tool like a flathead screwdriver.  And as with any repair, pay close ..read more

Do you own a black, white or stainless steel Frigidaire or Kenmore brand electric wall oven?  Some of these ovens are a part of a recall issued by the manufacturer, Electrolux, because they can pose a fire hazard to consumers.  Read below for more information on the recall.   Recall Information On July 26, 2016, the manufacturer Electrolux issued a recall with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for approximately 1,000 electric wall ovens branded Kenmore or Frigidaire. The recall covers both single and double ovens.  The brand name on these ovens is printed below the ..read more

In most cases, when the oven door will not open, it is because it is still locked. In some models, there is a manual lock that can be disengaged, but if you have an automatic lock, it can be a frustrating problem that may not have a clear answer. When your oven is locked, this is a safety feature that is done during the self-cleaning cycle. As the oven gets so hot inside to burn away excess food and greases, it is a hazard. To prevent injury or other issues, the oven will lock the door until the cycle is complete. In most cases where the oven door is still locked, it is because the self-cle ..read more