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Dryer

Standard Maintenance

Clean your lint screen after every load.

Occasionally wash the lint screen with warm, soapy water to remove build-up from fabric softeners.

Use a long-handled, narrow brush to remove excess lint from your lint trap opening.

Unplug your dryer and remove the ducting. Use a dryer vent brush to clean lint from the rear of your dryer, the duct, and the vent which is usually on the exterior of your home.

If your dryer is taking an excessive amount of time to dry or is not blowing hot air

Make sure you are using a drying cycle that provides heat. For example, an “air dry cycle” only blows air and tumbles your laundry but will not produce heat.

Check for a clog or kink in your dryer exhaust duct or exterior vent.

Check your fuses or breaker to ensure your unit is receiving sufficient power.

Be sure you do not overload your dryer.

If you are still experiencing an issue on a covered dryer, call us at 054-5485353

Washer

Standard Maintenance

• Replace hoses every three to five years.
• Check the balance of your machine with a level. If it is off balance, adjust the feet and test again.

If your washing machine is not spinning or draining

• Check to make sure your lid switch is engaging properly. If it is bent or broken off, your lid will not close completely which may cause your unit to not complete its cycle.
• Check your pump for any clogs.
• Your machine may be out of balance. Test this by running a cycle without any clothes. If your unit thumps, you may have a broken spring or shock.
• If you are still experiencing an issue on a covered clothes washer, call us at 054-5485353

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Dishwasher

Standard Maintenance

• Run an empty cycle with a cup of white vinegar to deodorize and clear out old food particles.
• Clean your dishwasher trap and seals and clear out any old food or clogs.

If your dishwasher is leaking or won’t drain

• Your door may not be sealing properly.
• Check if something may be jamming the “float” at the bottom of your machine - it looks like the cap of a laundry detergent bottle.
• If you are still experiencing an issue on a covered dishwasher, call us at 054-5485353

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  Range - gas

• If your cooktop burner doesn’t light

• Check to ensure your pilot light is lit and follow the instructions for relighting your pilot on your particular range if it is out.
• If you are still experiencing an issue, call us at 054-5485353

If your pilot light won’t remain lit

• Use a small wire to clean out your pilot port.
• Feel for any draft that may be causing the pilot to go out.
• If you are still experiencing an issue on your covered range or cooktop, call us at 054-5485353

If you smell gas

• Make sure the dials are turned off and open doors and windows to air out the room.
• If you continue to smell gas, immediately notify your gas company.

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Range - electric

If one of your burners isn’t working

• Try replacing the burner that doesn’t work with one that you know does to test it.
• Look at the prongs of the burner and in the socket to check for charring. Replace the socket if needed.
• If you are still experiencing an issue on your covered range or cooktop, call us at 054-5485353

If none of your burners are working

• Ensure the outlet is providing power.
• If you are still experiencing an issue, call us at 054-5485353

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Refrigerator

Standard Maintenance

• Clean your door seals and dust your condenser coils twice a year.
• Keep your refrigerator between 37 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit and your freezer at 0 degrees.

If your refrigerator isn’t cold enough

• Check the thermostat setting to ensure it is set to the proper temperature.
• Make sure your condenser coils are free of dust.
• If you are still experiencing an issue on a covered refrigerator, call us at 054-5485353

If your refrigerator isn't smelling fresh

• Remove old food
• Wash the interior with baking soda disolved in warm water or with vinegar diluted with water.
• Once clean, place a small bowl with a few charcoal briquettes into the refrigerator and freezer. Use regular briquettes and avoid quick start or hickory versions. Replace with fresh briquettes every few days until the smell is completely gone.