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How To: Clean a furnace filter
One of the biggest and most important appliances in a home is the furnace. It's the one source of heat that can't be unkept. Changing the filters, or cleaning the filters, on a regular basis is key to making sure your furnace is pumping out the heat properly. Keep your furnace working as efficiently as possible by following these simple steps.
How To: Replace a Whirlpool refrigerator filter
Find the indication light, located at the top of the Whirlpool refrigerator just inside the door. This tells you when to change your water filter. A green light indicates the filter is good and a red light indicates you need to change the filter.
How To: Bench check a central air-conditioner blower motor
If you're air-conditioner is acting a little funny, it's probably not just strain from excessive summertime usage. To prevent further damage or greater repairs, or even the purchase of a new A/C, regularly inspect an air-conditioner for any possible malfunctions. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to bench check a central air-conditioner blower motor.
How To: Replace knobs and buttons on a Neff oven
Watch to learn how to replace knobs and buttons on a Neff oven. You'll remove and replace the knobs and buttons on a Neff oven. Lost oven knobs or worn oven buttons detract from the ovens appearance.
How To: Remove an Oven/Cooker Door
When cleaning your oven, you'll want to take your oven door off its hinges first to give you more room to maneuver. Plus, take the door off makes it easier to clean the door itself, especially the glass areas. The following video from Nathan Cox talks about how easy it is to remove an oven door off, and it's very similar from brand to brand.
How To: Clean refrigerator coils
Bob Fenwick shows us how to clean refrigerator coils to make sure our refrigerator works efficiently.
How To: Identify the model number and ID tag on fridge freezer
Check out this instructional home repair video to learn how to identify and find your manufacturer's label and model number on your refrigerators and freezers. The model number is usually essential. People make the mistake of assuming that the name and number on the front panel is all you need. Many fridge and freezer manufacturers use the model number as well as the serial number. Most have the ID plate inside of the door by the salad bowl, while some hide it behind the kick plate at the bas...
How To: Relight the pilot light on your water heater when it goes out
The most common thing that goes wrong with water heaters is the pilot light going out. If your hot water has stopped working, watch this video to learn how to check your pilot light and light it if it has gone out.
How To: Fix a GE Gas Range Burner That May Be Clogged
Sometimes overflowing liquids or food can get into some pretty small places on your stove. When this happens, it can result in your stove being damaged or not working properly.
How To: Avoid detergent residue on your high efficiency washer
If you are finding white or colored marks on your clothes, it's more than likely going to be detergent residue. These unsightly stains can ruin your clothes and be a sign that something is wrong with your washer or with what you are using.
How To: Fix a GE oven that is not going over 100 degrees
If you're experiencing some problems with your GE oven, don't call a service person just yet. Sometimes the fix is so simple that when the homeowners realize it, it may already be too late and they'll need to fork over a ton of money.
How To: Repair a Dyson vacuum cleaner
Does your vacuum cleaner suck by not sucking?
How To: Fix a Dyson DC25 vacuum cleaner that won't suck
If you're trying to vacuum around the house, but realize that nothing is being picked up, you have a big problem on your hand. There are numerous reasons for why your vacuum isn't sucking, and it can be confusing for where to start.
How To: Install an ice-maker or water dispenser valve
Maybe your fridge is old-fashioned or the old ice-maker or water dispenser just broke. Don't buy a whole new fridge, or pay for expensive repairs. With some help from this how-to video, you can do it yourself. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to install and ice-maker or water dispenser valve onto your refrigerator.
How To: Set your GE range for self clean
Nowadays, most ranges come equipped with a self clean option. This is great for those who don't have the necessary time need to clean their appliance or have any kind of health problems.
How To: Fix a Dyson DC07 vacuum cleaner that cannot suck
If you're finding out that your Dyson DC07 vacuum cleaner isn't sucking, there are usually four symptoms. They range from an easy fix to a bit more difficult.
How To: Fix a Hotpoint dryer that's not heating up
What is the main point of a dryer? To dry clothes, blankets, and other pieces of fabric of course! When you have a dryer that is not heating up, you have a problem on your hands. But, don't call a repairman just yet.
How To: Use Induction Cooktops
Induction cooktops are a great option if you're interested in heating food faster and saving energy in the process. They operate a bit differently than other cooktops and you should understand how so, if you plant to own one. This quick tutorial will show you how to use an induction cooktop easily.
How To: Make a light bulb oil lamp
This video illustrate us how to make a light bulb oil lamp. Here are the following steps; Step 1: Take all the things required that is bulb, socks,adhesive tape,scissors,kerosene, rim with a hole in the center.
How To: Safely Clean a Garbage Disposal
Does your kitchen smell like a landfill? Try these simple steps to clean out the culprit. This video will show you how to safely clean a garbage disposal.
How To: Convert an old fridge into a meat smoker/cooker
Have an old fridge (or, like the creator of this video, easy access to a scrap metal yard)? Convert it into a meat smoker! This DIY guide will teach you how to repurpose a disused refrigerator for smoking meat. For complete, step-by-step instructions on how to make your own cooker from an old metal-body fridge or freezer, watch this free video tutorial.
How To: Get rid of the odor from your new oven
If you've just recently purchased a brand new oven, first of all, congrats. Secondly, if you're smelling an odor that is unpleasant coming from the oven, it's totally fine. This is normal for ovens that are brand new and should not be seen as a bad sign.
How To: Replace a Dryer's Thermal Fuse
The thermal fuse in your dryer is a safety device designed to prevent the dryer from overheating. The fuse is heat sensitive and when the dryer becomes too hot it will blow. If the fuse has blown then the dryer will either stop working or there will be no heat when the drum is turning. A blown thermal fuse is simple to replace. With a few tools, a do it yourself warrior can save valuable money from being wasted on a service call. Here is a detailed set of instructions on how to replace a ther...
How To: Replace the Dryer's High Limit Thermostat
The high limit thermostat can be found in gas and electric dryers and serves as a safety feature that helps to prevent the dryer from becoming too hot when it’s running. The thermostat is designed to shut off power to the dryer’s heater when the dryer vent is blocked or clogged. The high limit thermostat on your dryer is something that does need to be replaced from time to time. Fortunately, it is a job that you can do on your own with basic tools.
How To: Replace the Dryer's Idler Pulley
The dryer’s idler pulley provides tension to the dryer’s drum belt so the belt won’t slip when the drum is turning. It can become faulty over time due to increased friction. If your dryer is making a squeaking or squealing nose then the idler is probably faulty. Replacing this pulley is a simple project. Repair your noisy dryer with this step-by-step tutorial!
How To: Replace Your Dryer's Belt
Over time, the dryer belt can become hard and brittle when the drum is turning loud noises such as squeaking, squealing or thumping noises can occur. Replacing the belt is an easy task for the do-it-yourselfer. All that’s required is a few simple tools. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you install a new belt in your dryer.
How To: Check a washing machine pump for blockages
Ultimate Handyman demonstrates how to check a washing machine pump for blockages. First, disconnect the washing machine from the electricity source and remove the pump. The water sucks through the inlet and is pumped out of the outlet. Check to make sure that the pump doesn't have any open circuits by attaching the leads to the multimeter. Remove the screws to look inside the pump. Remove any debris that may be clogging the propellor. Make sure the O-ring around the edge creates the seal and ...
How To: Take the Incabinet Siemens Fan Oven Out for Replacing the Element for Model HB84K652
My oven heating is not working. I need to change the element. But how do i get access to the element to change it? Do i have to take the oven out of cabinet? How do i do it? Basically how do i get access to the element to change it? Is there a fuse for the element?
How To: Do the Assembly of an UHF Antenna
In this post I'm going to explain the assembly of an UHF antenna, step by step. Assembly of v HD Antenna of TELEVÉS We will need a Screwdriver and wrench.
How To: Replace a Blender Coupler
If your blender does not spin anymore, you will probably have to replace the blender coupler. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Shelf Support Kit
If the shelf support is broken and doesn't give support to hold the shelves, you will have to replace the shelf support kit. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Grill Clip
If the grill clip is bent or damaged preventing the grill to hold in place, you will have to replace the grill clip. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Door Hinge
If the hinges are bent causing the door not to open and close properly , you will have to replace the door hinges. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Door Hinge Kit
If the hinges are bent causing the door not to open and close properly , you will have to replace the door hinges. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Door Cam
If the door does not open smoothly and does not stay in open position, you will have to replace the door cam. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Door Stop Bracket
f the door does not stop at a full open position, you will have to replace the door stop bracket. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Ice Dispenser Guide
If the ice does not funnel into the glass, you will have to replace the ice dispenser guide. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Dispenser Door Pin Kit
If the ice door in dispenser does not open, you will have to replace the dispenser door pin kit. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Ice Container Assembly
If the ice container is damaged or lost, you will have to get a new one. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Light Socket Kit
If the light socket is shorted out and light bulb does not come on, you will have to get a light socket kit. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.