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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: GE Front-Load Washing Machines

Units: About 181,000

Manufacturer: GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.

Hazard: A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the machine is operating, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves GE front-load washing machines without auxiliary water heating. Model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. Recalled washing machines were manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers.

Sold at: Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (888) 345-4124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.geappliances.com

Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC’s Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Dishwashers

Units: About 1.7 million in the United States

Manufacturer: Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa or Maytag Corp. of Benton Harbor, Mich.

Hazard: An electrical failure in the dishwasher’s heating element can pose a serious fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Maytag has received 12 reports of dishwasher heating element failures that resulted in fires and dishwasher damage, including one report of extensive kitchen damage from a fire. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall includes Maytag®, Amana®, Jenn-Air®, Admiral®, Magic Chef®, Performa by Maytag® and Crosley® brand dishwashers with plastic tubs and certain serial numbers. The affected dishwashers were manufactured with black, bisque, white, silver and stainless steel front panels. The brand name is printed on the front of the dishwasher. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located inside the plastic tub on a tag near the left side of the door opening. Serial numbers will start or end with one of the following sequences.

Sold at: Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide from February 2006 through April 2010 for between $250 and $900.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it, inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire and contact Maytag to verify if their dishwasher is included in the recall. If the dishwasher is included in the recall, consumers can either schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate following the purchase of certain new Maytag brand stainless-steel tub dishwashers. The rebate is $150 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB7759, MDB7609 or MDBH979; or $250 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809 or MDB7709. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Maytag at (800) 544-5513 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at www.repair.maytag.com

Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC’s Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

Hi, my name is Gene, owner and operator of Mr. Magic appliance repair company.
I have been involved in the appliance repair business for over 30 years and for the last 14 years I’ve been servicing people in Orange County, CA.
From basic Whirlpool refrigerators to high end Thermador ovens, you can expect professional diagnosis with a fair estimate and a quick, accurate repair. If you need a good and honest appliance technician, call the expert today 

 714-309-9221

I service and repair all major appliances: Oven, Range, Cook Top, Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Washer and Dryer.

I do work with appliances made by: Admiral, Amana, Bosch, Caloric, Dacor, Frigidaire, Fisher & Paykel, GE, Hotpoint, Jenn Air, Kitchen Aid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper, Kenmore, Sears, Sub Zero, Tappan, Thermador, Viking, and Whirlpool

For fast and professional appliance repair, call the expert today at 714-309-9221.

One of the most common problems with GE electric built in ovens is the error code “F7″ shown on the display. I’ve seen it many times before and today I had a service call for the same problem again. The error code “F7” will be displayed along with a beeping sound if the ERC (Electronic Range Control) or “clock” senses one or more buttons on the control panel stuck. It could be displayed in any mode: “cook”, “clean” or even more often in the “time of the day” mode. In order to fix it, the control panel has to be replaced. This is a very simple job and you will need just a 1/4″ nut driver and a Phillips screwdriver.
To get the right replacement part just click on the link AppliancePartsPros then type the model number of your oven (it is located at the bottom left corner on the door frame of the lower oven) in the search box, click on the “search” button and in the new window type the word ”control panel”  in the “search by keyword” box and click the “search” button.
Always turn off the circuit breaker first.
Open the oven door (if you have a double oven, it should be the upper one) and remove three screws (on some models just two on corners) from the bottom of the control panel. If the control panel on your oven is made of stainless steel, then you have to pull the oven out of the cabinet for about 2″ to 3″ to get better access. Pull the control panel forward and up to remove the tabs on the top of the frame, out of the holes in the end caps. Pull the control panel out and turn it about 90° toward yourself (the face of the control panel down). Unplug the control panel ribbon from the ERC. Remove four screws holding the ERC to the control panel. On some models you also have to remove the screw which attaches the ground wire to the control panel. Let the ERC hang on its wires, remove the old control panel and replace it with the new one. On some models before you do it, you have to remove the end caps and the bottom shield from the old control panel and install them on the new one. Do not forget to plug the new control panel ribbon into the ERS slot. Attach the new control panel to the oven and turn the circuit breaker on. Set the time of the day and you are back in business.

Asko Cylinda (Sweden) Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard.

Less than half of this year has passed and this is the third massive recall on high end dishwashers due to the same problem – fire hazard. The line has been open by Maytag which recalled about 2.3 million dishwashers then GE recalled about 2.5 million dishwashers and today the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the Asko Cylinda AB announced a voluntary recall of about 130,000 high end DW95 series dishwashers.

Here is the exact quote from the CPSC web site:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Products: Asko DW95 Model Series Dishwashers

Units: About 130,000

Manufacturer: Asko Cylinda AB, of Vara, Sweden

Importer/Distributor: AM Appliance Group Inc., of Richardson, Texas

Hazard: An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 21 reports of dishwasher fires. Product and property damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95 with model numbers 1355, 1375, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1585, 1595, 1655, 1805, 1885, and 1895 manufactured from January 1995 through April 2000. The model number, serial numbers and manufacture date are printed on the name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher door. Asko dishwashers manufactured after April 2000 are not included in the recall.

Sold by: Major kitchen appliance distributors/dealers nationwide from January 1995 through April 2000 for between $750 and $1,300.

Manufactured in: Sweden

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and contact Asko to arrange for a free inspection and repair or to participate in a rebate program.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Asko toll-free at (866) 309-9921 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.askousa.com

Overloading of the washer machine usually causes a lot of problems, even if they are not visible at first glance. Just a few of the problems: clothes not washed properly which means wasting of your time and money (detergent, water, electricity); damage to delicates; excessive wear to the clothes and to the washer, etc. It is very easy to prevent all these hassle. I will give you a few suggestions on using your washer in the most efficient way with the maximum use of its capacity.
Mix large and small items to improve the wash quality and a balance of the load. If your clothes do not have a lot of soil, set the main wash for less than 10 minutes. Use about 1/2 to 3/4 of the detergent measuring spoon. Use the largest possible load (see bellow) to decrease the total amount of washes (less water, less energy, less detergent). For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector to the highest load size setting.

SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes:
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall

Delicates:
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear
1 child’s outfit

Towels:
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat

Mixed load:
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs

EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes:
2 pair pants
3 shirts
3 pair jeans
1 coverall

Delicates:
3 camisoles
4 slips
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear

Towels:
8 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bath mat

Mixed load:
2 double sheets or
1 king size sheet(s)
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs
 

  GE recalls about 2.5 million dishwashers due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with GE, on May 16th announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: GE Dishwashers

Units: About 2.5 million

Manufacturer: GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.

Hazard: Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser onto the dishwasher’s internal wiring which can cause an electrical short and overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: GE has received 191 reports of overheated wiring including 56 reports of property damage. There were 12 reports of fires that escaped the dishwasher. Fire damage was limited to the dishwasher or the adjacent area. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall includes GE built-in dishwashers sold under the following brand names: Eterna, GE, GE Profile™, GE Monogram®, Hotpoint®, and Sears-Kenmore. The dishwashers were sold in white, black, almond, bisque and stainless steel. The brand name is printed on the dishwasher’s front control panel.

The following model and serial numbers can be found inside the dishwasher tub on the front left side of the dishwasher.

Sold at: Department and appliance stores from September 1997 through December 2001 for about $400.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact General Electric for a free repair, a $150 rebate towards the purchase of a new GE dishwasher, or a $300 rebate towards the purchase of a new GE Profile or GE Monogram dishwasher.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact General Electric toll-free at (877) 607-6395 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday. Consumers also can visit the firm’s Web site at www.geappliances.com

GE also makes appliances under names “Hotpoint” and “RCA”. Knowing the age of your appliance can help you find out the manufacturer warranty and decide if it’s worth the repair.

The date code is in the letters on your serial number.
Date codes – First letter is the month and the second letter is the year.

A = January   D = February   F = March   G = April   H = May   L = June   M = July   R = August   S = Sept.   T = Oct.   V = Nov.   Z = Dec.

G = 1980 & 1992   H = 1981 & 1993   L = 1982 & 1994   M = 1983 & 1995   R = 1984 & 1996   S = 1985 & 1997   T = 1986 & 1998   V = 1987 & 1999   Z = 1988 & 2000   A = 1989 & 2001   D = 1990 & 2002    F= 2003   G = 2004   H =2005. The same letter code will be used and repeated in a twelve year cycle.

Example serial number: FR221102
FR221102 – F = month – March
FR221102 – R = year 1984 or 1996

FR was made in  March 1996 or in March 1984

The error code “F2” will be displayed along with a beeping sound if the ERC (Electronic Range Control) or “clock” senses a runaway heat condition during the “cook” or the “clean” modes. It could be caused by the oven temperature sensor, by the ERC or by the wire harness between the oven temperature sensor and the ERC. If the error code “F2” is displayed in the “cook” or “clean” modes only, then the problem is a bad oven temperature sensor or its wire harness. If the error code “F2” is displayed in the time of the day mode also, then most likely a problem is the bad ERC. The access to the oven temperature sensor plug and the wires is from the back only. You have to pull the oven out of the wall (if it’s free standing) or remove it from the cabinet (if it’s built in). Disconnect the power and remove the rear cover. Check the resistance across the oven temperature sensor. It is supposed to be about 1100 Ohms at room temperature. If the resistance is incorrect, the oven temperature sensor is bad and needs to be replaced. If not, check all the wires from the oven temperature sensor to the ERC. If it is not the sensor and wires, you have to replace the ERC.
To get the right replacement part just click on the link AppliancePartsPros, then type the model number of your oven in the search box, click on the “search” button and in the new window type the word ”sensor” or the word “clock” in the “search by keyword” box and click the “search” button.   

The error code “F4” will be displayed along with a beeping sound if the ERC (Electronic Range Control) or “clock” determines an open oven temperature sensor circuit during the “cook” (bake or broil) mode. The “F4” message will not be displayed in the time of day mode. The cause of the problem is a bad oven temperature sensor or its wire harness. The access to the oven temperature sensor plug and the wires is from the back only. You have to pull the oven out of the wall (if it’s free standing) or remove it from the cabinet (if it’s built in). Disconnect the power and remove the rear cover. Check the resistance across the oven temperature sensor. It is supposed to be about 1100 Ohms at room temperature. If the resistance is incorrect, the oven temperature sensor is bad and needs to be replaced. If not, check all the wires from the oven temperature sensor to the ERC. If it is not the sensor and wires, you have to replace the ERC.
To get the right replacement part just click on the link  AppliancePartsPros, then type the model number of your oven in the search box, click on the “search” button and in the new window type the word ”sensor” or the word “clock” in the “search by keyword” box and click the “search” button.   

If it happened, most likely the problem is a clogged up vent outside the dryer. Before you take any action, disconnect the vent hose from the back of the dryer and run a regular load whith the hose disconnected. If the clothes are dry at the end of the cycle, no doubt the problem is a clogged up vent. If you leave it untreated, your utility bill will go much higher, you have to run the dryer 2 or 3 times for the same load, subjecting your clothes to unneeded wear and tear and the most dangerous, overheating of the dryer can lead to a dryer fire (clothes dryers are one of the most leading causes of home fires). To prevent all of these problems the dryer vent has to be cleaned. You have two options: 1)call a company that deals with air ducts and vent cleaning. It will cost you between $90.00 to $120.00 or 2)buy a LintEater kit, part number, DVC202

10 piece rotary dryer vent cleaning system which attaches to a drill and will clean a dryer vent up to 15′ from one end, for less than $30.00 and it will help you many times in the future.

If it happened, most likely the problem is a bad water inlet valve.  Unplug the power cord. To get access to the part, you have to remove the cabinet (read “How to remove the cabinet on Whirlpool or Kenmore direct drive washer”). The water inlet valve

is mounted to the rear panel on the right hand side. Remove wires from solenoids (one solenoid at a time) and check it for continuity. If there is no continuity, then the water inlet valve has to be replaced. Very often screens inside the water inlet valve got clogged with water deposits. In that case the water inlet valve has to be replaced too. The part number for the common, two port water inlet valve used on most Whirlpool and Kenmore direct drive washers is 285805

Now you can watch it on the video: How To Replace Washer Water Inlet Valve.

The most common and the most dangerous cause of the flooding in the laundry room is a broken water fill hose for the washer. How to prevent it? First you have to inspect water fill hoses at least every three months. If they are rusted or you found bubbles on the hoses, they have to be replaced right away. Even if you did not find anything suspicious it is recommended by all manufacturers to replace them every five years. There is a difference in length of the hoses (4, 5 or 6 feet) and the materials they are made of. It could be reinforced rubber, part numbers: 4 feet 254, 5 feet 255 and 6 feet 256

or stainless still.

Part numbers: 4 feet BCS112-48WA, 5 feet BCS112-60WA and 6 feet BCS112-72WA.
All braided stainless still hoses are much more reliable and their life time is at least three times longer then the rubbers.