July 2003

The Samurai Klan on Mt. Dickey

July 29, 2003 Hillstomping Update

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Mailbag: Dryer Gas Valve Coil Replacement Parts

July 26, 2003 Dryer Repair

Jim wrote: Here’s some info for you regarding Whirlpool gas valve coils: Apparently Maytag uses the same type of burner, so if your Whirlpool dealer is out of stock, try your Maytag guy. Maytag part number for the booster and holding coil is 3-06106 and the secondary coil is 3-06105. I have verified these coils [...]

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Mailbag: Making Gas Connections…Safely

July 22, 2003 Dryer Repair

Linda wrote: Do you use plumbers tape to hook up the gas pipes?Thank you, Linda _______________________________The above message was sent when you were offline, via your LivePerson site. Message sent from IP: 12.219.248.77 Excellent question, thanks for asking! This is a point of confusion for many grasshoppers. The rule for using plumber’s (teflon) tape is [...]

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The Samurai in the News

July 18, 2003 Karaoke Lounge

The Samurai’s fame continues to grow like that mildew on your basement walls. You might as well read about it here first before you see it tonight on CNNFOXMSNBCCBSNBCABCAOL. Donations for bail money can be made to the United Samurai Beer Fund. Domo.

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Magical Mystery Tour in the Pemigewassett Wilderness Area

July 16, 2003 Hillstomping Update

The Samurai has returned from a truly enchanting backpacking trip to the Pemigewassett Wilderness area. The weather gods did grin down upon us, allowing us to feast our buggy eyes on the crown jewels of the Pemi: The Bonds. Yea, the valleys did echo with the soft fluttering of camera shutters flick-flickering as the mountains [...]

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Samurai on Location: Zea Cliff

July 14, 2003 Hillstomping Update

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The Samurai is Hittin’ the Trail

July 13, 2003 Hillstomping Update

Yep, heading out tomorrow for a backpacking trip to the Bonds with a couple of friends up visiting from Georgia. We’ll be off stomping schist until Wednesday night. Should be back online around then. In the meantime, keep checking back here for live audblog posts from the summits.

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Replacing the Belt on a Whirlpool and Sears Kenmore Belt-Drive Washer

July 13, 2003 Washer Repair

This excellent page explains it all.

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Mailbag: Kenmore Washer Overflows After Replacing Drive Coupler

July 12, 2003 Washer Repair

Kerry wrote: Hello boss. Quick thank you and question. I have Kenmore 70 series heavy duty Wash machine that recently broke. I fixed it by replacing the direct drive coupler (using your diagrams!). After a put it together, I ran a test load and my washer overflowed (this wasn’t happening before). Is it possible that [...]

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The Samurai Gettin’ High…on Smarts Mountain

July 10, 2003 Hillstomping Update

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Wiring a Stove Surface Element Infinite Switch

July 9, 2003 Range Repair

Click here for the tech sheet.

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Mailbag: Water Leaking from a Refrigerator

July 9, 2003 Refrigerator Repair

John wrote: I have a rather new GE side-by-side (model #GSS25LSMF) and ice (thin sheet) is forming at the bottom of the freezer compartment, then melting and leaking on the floor. The owner’s manual suggests unclogging the ice shoot but that really can’t be it. The ge web site suggests checking the rear clearance but [...]

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Service Manual for GE Arctica and Profile Refrigerators

July 8, 2003 Refrigerator Repair

Lots of excellent information on this popular refrigerator in this Service Manual. You can buy parts for this refrigerator here To learn more about your refrigerator, or to order parts, click here.

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Whirlpool Appliance Technical Help Online

July 7, 2003 General Appliance Wisdom

Here’s yet another reason why the Samurai loves Whirlpool: Service Matters Online. This ain’t no fluff site, this is hard core technical reference material directly from Whirlpool Corporation for Whirlpool owners. Kenmore appliances with model numbers beginning with 106, 110, 562, 665, and 198 are also manufactured by Whirlpool so this same information applies. Merry [...]

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Mailbag: Mystery Leak from a Direct-Drive Washer

July 7, 2003 Washer Repair

bill nebgen wrote: I have a kitchenaid washer model kaws700g. It made a small puddle under it. I am not sure exactly when it developed. I checked all the connections and they were dry. So i flipped back the top and removed the front and side covers. After jumping the lid switch i ran 2 [...]

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