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Affordable Appliance Repair Service is your source for great appliance repairs, maintenance and much more. We work on all of the top brands and are proud to offer affordable prices and great service. Since 1985, Affordable Appliance Repair Service has been proud to serv...e Dallas, Texas, and surrounding areas including Plano, Richardson, Allen, Mckinney, Carrollton, Addison, Frisco, Irving, Mesquite, Rockwall, Rowlett, Garland, Forney, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, Murphy, Fate, Terrell, Lavon, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Southlake, Grapevine, Ft. Worth, N. Richland Hills, Keller, Hurst. We repair all major household appliances. Some of our keyword searches: appliance repair, refrigerator repair, refrigerator service, stove repair, oven repair, electric range repair, double wall oven repair, dryer repair, washer repair, freezer repair, wine cooler repair, built-in refrigerator repair, ice machine repair, dishwasher repair, GE appliance repair, General Electric appliance repair service, Whirlpool appliance repair, Maytag appliance repair, Kenmore appliance repair, Kitchenaid appliance repair service, Dacor appliance repair, Amana appliance repair, Jenn-Air appliance repair, Frigidaire appliance repair, refrigerator compressor repair and installations, refrig repair, frig repair, refrigerater repair service, Maytag dryer repair, Maytag washer repair, Subzero refrigerator repair, Sub-zero built-in refrigerator repair service
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Self Cleaning Ovens: Problems After Using Self Clean Mode
Each year we get several calls that start with “I just ran the self clean mode”. Does not seem to matter what brand or if its gas or electric. The common problem is that the self clean feature was just used, and now its not working, the glass broke, the clock doesn't work, the door won’t open or the door won’t close.
The oven gets up to about 900 degrees so that it will incinerate everything in it so it turns to dust and you can just wipe it up when its done. The heat will sometimes not only burn the grime up but will also burn things that should not burn up like the wiring, controls, and motors... The wiring and controls are built to withstand high heat, although taking the oven to such high temperatures pushes everything to the limit. If something is not insulated perfectly or has shifted a bit then the heat can cause it to fail. Repeated heating also wears the insulation out and causes it to break down. For this reason the self cleaning features should be used sparingly if at all. I have seen countless ranges that failed the first time trying it. I know why even bother having it ??? You have now been warned!!!
If your oven will not unlock after the cycle you have a few things you can try.
First make sure that you wait long enough before you try to open the oven. If it has not cooled completely it will not open. Do not run a clean cycle when you do not have the time to let it cool completely before you need it. Sometimes if you cycle the power to your oven off and then on again you can reset the oven and it will open. Turn off the breaker to your oven for a good minute or two before reapplying the power again.
If that fails to unlock the door try this Set the self-clean cycle again and only allow it to work for 15 minutes. Cancel the self-clean cycle and allow the oven to cool. Gently try moving the door lock lever (is so equipped) or opening the door.
If you've interrupted the clean cycle by opening the door and the latch engaged and now the door can't be closed, there may be a door activated switch on the front face of the oven. In this case you may need to manually press that door switch while at the same time canceling the clean cycle to get the latch to retract so the door can close fully again. On some Frigidaire built ranges, the switch is located behind the RH side panel and activated by the RH door hinge. On such a model, that side panel may need to be removed to access a malfunctioning door switch.
Still not working
Most self cleaning ranges today use one of 3 different types of door locking systems. One design is solenoid driven, another is heat activated and the last, motorized.
* A solenoid type can be identified by the lever that must be set to lock the door, also a noise (sometimes loud) can be heard when locking or unlocking the door.
* The heat sensitive lock mechanism also has a locking lever but makes no noises. It instead utilizes a heat activated coiled spring to slowly lock the door as the oven heats.
* The motorized design has no lever to move, the motor locks the door by itself when the range is set for self clean. The motor may have made an audible whining or ratcheting sound when in use, a sure sign it failed.
A motorized or heat sensitive style lock will usually be located beneath the cook top on free standing ranges. The cook top would usually need to be lifted to access the locking mechanism. On built in ovens, the oven must usually be removed from its enclosure (or at least partially) in order to remove the top panel to gain access to the locking mechanism. Some will also require removing a cover on the back of the range to access the motor and micro switches (if equipped). On some built in oven models, the lock assembly may be able to be accessed by removing the control console.
Heat sensitive lock assembly on the heat sensitive style (illustrated), there are no electrical parts used to operate the lock which could fail, so the whole mechanism will usually need to be replaced if not operational. This is the least likely to fail in my experience.
With the motorized lock mechanism, an ohmmeter is required to try to determine why the locking motor will not operate. The failure could be in the motor itself or the power supply leading to it, including a door activated and/or console mounted switch and switches on the latch mechanism itself. Check the motor terminals with the ohmmeter you should have about 1 ohm on most . Also check from 1 terminal to a good ground you should have none. Inspect the motor and wiring for burn marks. If all is good make sure you have power going to the motor when activated. Check each micro switch if equipped for continuity. Sometimes the cam on the motor will be in between micro switches, in that case take a screwdriver and push in the tab on one of the micro switches to activate it. The micro switch should have no continuity when the tab is not depressed and should have continuity when depressed.
On solenoid activated designs, the solenoid coil is a common failure point which is often mounted on the back of the range. On many of these models, the lock mechanism can be accessed by removing the rear panel of the appliance. Some models such as built-in ovens or slide-in ranges may have the mechanism mounted towards the front, under the top.
Failure of a solenoid style lock is most often caused by a bad solenoid. Once the lock is located, the solenoid coil can be checked for continuity. If it has none replace it. Some latch assemblies also have micro switches in the power supply that will need to be checked (follow the above procedure). Now if the control is not working at all. First check to see if power is reaching the control. If it does have power going in you will need to replace the main control. Now if you have no power going into the control your range may have a safety fuse that has blown. To check the fuse check it for continuity. If it has none replace it. To find out if you have a safety or thermal fuse enter in your model # above and check the diagrams. Most will be located on top of the oven compartment or the back up high.
Now you will probably never use the self clean feature again. If you do plan on using it bookmark this page you will need it.
I hope some of these tips will help you. If your still having problems please give Affordable Appliance Repair a call (972) 772-3680 we will be more than happy to come help.
Have a wonderful day!
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HELPFUL TIPS FOR YOUR WASHING MACHINE:
Washing rubber backed mats can cause problems by putting added strain on a washer and possibly causing unbalanced loads. In addition, the rubber backing can break down and separate, infiltrating the wash system clogging hoses, pumps, filters and valves. At the first sign of wear of the backing, you should discontinue washing it.
Any water leak should be tended to immediately. Water can damage bearings, motors and even the transmission. First look for leaking hoses, if you cannot determine where the leak is, call a service technician.
Unusual noises should be tended to quickly. A squealing or grinding noise may lead to a water leak or more extensive damage.
Before washing brassieres, check for worn edges. The under wires frequently separate from the garment and cause major damage to the washing machine and dryer components.
This little handy bra holder can be found in the laundry section at most local super stores. It holds your bra in its natural shape and prevents hook and straps from getting caught in washer.
Heavy clothing such as jeans and towels should be spread out over two or more loads. These fabrics absorb lots of water and can put added strain on the machine.
The water taps for the washing machine should be shut off when the washing machine is not in use. Most rubber fill hoses are not meant to withstand constant water pressure and can burst. If in an awkward position and difficult to reach, purchase high pressure, braided metal fill lines.
I hope some of these tips were helpful. As always if you do have a problem and don't know how to make the repairs yourself, please call a professional. Trying to make repairs yourself could cost you more in the long run. Call Affordable Appliance Repair for all your household appliance needs (214) 731-4680.
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Designs for Washer & Driers
Here at Affordable Appliance Repair Services we celebrate and envy well built appliances. One of the things we enjoy most about fixing your broken appliances is seeing how creative people have become. We’ve seen it all, from retro inspired refrigerators to fridge frames, chalkboard painted appliances and purple washer and driers.
Unfortunately laundry is inevitable, and while it can be quite boring sometimes, Korean companies like LG and Samsung have found a way to spruce things up. Kenmore made quite an impact when it released its HE4t washer and drier combo, which came in colors like Pacific Blue, Sedona, and Champagne. But now we’re seeing cool patterns and designs, not just bright colors. It’s a great way to add some fun pop and energy to an otherwise hidden appliance in your home – the laundry room. While it is great to see that the outside of these washing machines are starting to get some more aesthetic appeal it is always more important to keep the inside spinning properly – after all what good is it if your washing machine doesn’t clean your clothes?
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For all your appliance repair needs, contact Affordable Appliance Repair at (214) 731-4680
Here at Affordable Appliance Repair Services we celebrate and envy well built appliances. One of the things we enjoy most about fixing your broken appliances is seeing how creative people have become. We’ve seen it all, from retro inspired refrigerators to frid... Read More
Reviews
dishwasher repair
I called Affordable Appliance yesterday to schedule an appointment for them to service my dishwasher, it hasn't been cleaning or draining well. They got me on schedule for this morning, the tech (Brad) showed up on time, he was very friendly and polite. He cleaned ever...ything out real good, explained a few things to help keep it running better. I was very pleased with his service and their promptness and will use them again if the need arises. I'm a small business owner myself and know what it takes to survive and how reviews and good word of mouth helps so wanted to take the time to give them a good shout out.
GE Monogram Refrigerator Service
I would highly recommend them and do. I have a nice 4 yr old builtin GE Monogram refrigerator that all of a sudden started leaking. Of all times to start was when we were on vacation, not a nice thing to come home to....its like your worse nightmare. All I kept thinking... was please don t let there be alot of damage to the floors and walls. I immediately called Affordable whom I ve been using for 3 yrs now. Chris came right out. I turned the water off like he had said to prevent it from leaking more. Chris is just so nice, hes always so careful not to damage anything when moving appliances. The problem ended up not being from the refrigerator but from the water spot on the floor that the water line hooks up to.
GE Monogram Refrigerator Service
I have a nice 4 yr old builtin GE Monogram refrigerator that all of a sudden started leaking. Of all times to start was when we were on vacation, not a nice thing to come home to....its like your worse nightmare. All I kept thinking was please don t let there be alot of... damage to the floors and walls. I immediately called Affordable whom I ve been using for 3 yrs now. Chris came right out. I turned the water off like he had said to prevent it from leaking more. He pulled the refrigerator out, which is a big job in itself becuase its built into the cabinets. Chris is just so nice, hes always so careful not to damage anything when moving appliances. The problem ended up not being from the refrigerator but from the water spot on the floor that the water line hooks up to.
washing machine
Very helpful on the phone giving advice to run some basic checks in case a call out wasn t necessary. Resolved the issue with the failing component in my washing machine quickly, and it has been running really well since the repair. Very knowledgeable and gave some excellent advice.
washing machine
Very helpful on the phone giving advice to run some basic checks in case a call out wasn t necessary. Resolved the issue with the failing component in my washing machine quickly, and it has been running really well since the repair. Very knowledgeable and gave some excellent advice.
Refrigerator repair same day!
I called to have my refrigerator serviced it wasn t cooling well. Affordable was out the same day I called and was able to get the parts and have it fixed same day as well. Very pleased with the service I received and will use them again.
