Glossary
Your go-to resource for understanding key terms and concepts. Here, you'll find clear definitions and practical explanations to help you maintain, repair, and improve your home with confidence.
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Learn how to fix a dryer making grinding noise or other loud noises using our expert DIY tips.
Learn how to clean your mini split HVAC system and why regular maintenance is important. Get tips for DIY cleaning and when to call in professional help.
Discover the reasons why your dryer is not drying and get expert troubleshooting tips to fix common drying problems.
Learn why your electric oven is not heating up and how to fix common oven heating failures.
Glossary Terms
A ductless range hood, also known as a recirculating hood, filters and recirculates air in the kitchen, removing smoke, heat, and cooking odors without venting outdoors.
A freezer bag is a specially designed plastic bag used for the cold storage of food in the freezer, offering protection against freezer burn and preserving the food's freshness and flavor over extended periods.
A freezer compressor is a vital component of a freezer's refrigeration system, functioning as a pump to circulate refrigerant through the system, which cools the interior by absorbing and expelling heat.
A freezer door gasket is a flexible seal that outlines the edge of the freezer door, ensuring an airtight closure to maintain cold temperatures inside and prevent warm air from entering.
Recent Appliance Symptoms
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't stop filling are a clogged water valve, a bad water-level pressure switch, or a malfunctioning electronic control board.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't spin or drain are a seized gearcase, a broken motor, or a failed door switch.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't turn off are a malfunctioning electronic control board, broken motor or a jammed door lock assembly.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't start cycle are a malfunctioning electronic control board, jammed door lock assembly or a faulty user interface.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer vibrates are a damaged suspension rod, malfunctioning electronic control board or a dead fan.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer is experiencing the rinse cycle not working are a broken lid switch, a bad water-level pressure switch, or a malfunctioning electronic control board.