July 2007

Whirlpool-Maytag-Kenmore Cabrio, Bravos, Oasis Washers: Control Board Displays F51 Code

July 28, 2007 Washer Repair

Working on one o’ them fancy new Bravos, Cabrios, or Oasis (Oasises? Oasisi?) and you’re getting the confounding F51 error code? The reason could well be due to an intermittent connection at the Rotor Position Sensor, (RPS). To correct this, remove and reinstall the connector at the RPS at least three times to clean off [...]

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How Does the Gas Valve work in a Gas Oven?

July 28, 2007 Oven Repair

If you’re working on a gas oven that won’t fire up, first come grok this appliance repair revelation that explains how the gas system works in a gas oven. Sublime Masters Pegi and Trying To Help explain how to apply this knowledge in repairing a gas oven that won’t fire up. Although the discussion is [...]

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What’s a “Grounded Heating Element” in a Dryer?

July 28, 2007 Dryer Repair

If your dryer stays warm (or hot) when the timer is turned to anywhere other than “off,” you may have what we professional appliantologists call a “grounded heating element.” Sublime Master Pegi explains in this topic at the repair forum. To learn more about your dryer, or to order parts, click here.

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Appliantology Newsletter, Summer 2007

July 10, 2007 General Appliance Wisdom

Konnichiwa, my friends. It’s been a long, cold winter and now half the summer is gone but, at long last, the wait is over: the Summer 2007 issue of our award-winning newsletter, Appliantology, is out. Lots of good appliance tips in this issue so hurry and download it today before it gets all used up!

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How to Replace the Evaporator Fan in a Maytag Refrigerator

July 8, 2007 Refrigerator Repair

If you have a recent model Maytag refrigerator (such as model number MFD2561), then Sublime Master Trying To Help has posted a DIY help doc at the repair forum to help you replace the evaporator fan motor. Check it out, yo! So, right about now you’re axin’ yerself, “But, wise and fermented Samurai, what is [...]

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