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How To: Fix your front load washer if it stops mid-cycle

If you're washing clothes and your front load washer stops mid-cycle, you may have a problem. A washer that stop mid-cycle can be a sign that something has happened to the electricity or your machine.

How To: Replace an Oven Thermal Fuse

If your oven will not heat, you will probably have to replace your oven thermal fuse. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.

How To: Fix a clogged dispenser on a high efficiency washer

If you're tryng to wash clothes and the detergent or bleach is not getting to them, you may have a problem with your dispenser. If you find it to be leaking or it's clogged there are a couple of easy to follow steps that should fix the problem.

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: 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: Use a rototiller to level a yard

Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates easy ways to level a yard or dig a hole with a rototiller. Watch this video to learn how to do it too.

How To: Repair the agitator on a washing machine

If you're having a problem with the agitator on your washing machine, this video should be able to help. Many people may not realize it, but the agitator on a washing machine, is supposed to go back and forth and not just one way. This can easily be fixed by removing the agitator and replacing a couple of pieces. Check out the tutorial above to see what you need to do in order to repair the agitator on a washing machine. Enjoy!

How To: Replace a Dryer Timer Knob

If your dryer shaft is damaged and you can not turn the timer anymore, you will probably have to replace your dryer timer knob. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.

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: Prevent wrinkled clothes in your front load washer

If you are constantly taking your clothes out of the washer and finding them to be wrinkled, it's an easy fix. There are a couple of troubleshooting tips that will help make sure that your clothes come out nice and wrinkle-free.

How To: Fix a dishwasher if detergent is left over

If you're finding soggy detergent in your dishwasher after it's done with its cycle, it may not be the machine. In fact, it's probably your fault. It's important to know how to correctly load a machine otherwise things like this might happen.

How To: Replace a cooker thermostat oven

Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to replace the thermostat in your oven. Follow the step by step instructions in this domestic appliance repair video to remove your cooker's thermostat oven. Please note that all work should be performed by a qualified person. Make sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe removal of your thermostat oven.

How To: Replace the charcoal water filters in your Cuisinart coffeemaker

If you love coffee in the morning, then you probably have your own Cuisinart coffee maker at home. But like anything that gets used everyday, it will wear out, and in the case of the Cuisinart coffeemaker, the filters will need replaced. This video will show you how to replace those charcoal water filters in your Cuisinart coffeemaker with the Cuisinart DCC-RWF replacement filters.

How To: Replace your washing machine lid

Over time, the lids to a washing machine can become damaged and almost hard to use. This can be a problem especially when most lids are needed to start and stop the machine. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to replace the lid to a washing machine. It's pretty easy to do, will only take you a good hour to complete, and will result in a better looking and working machine. Enjoy!

How To: Prevent a clogged dispenser on your front load washer

Having a clogged dispenser in your front load washer can be big trouble. A clogged dispenser can make things a bit harder for you and others who try using the machine. There are several areas where you can try and solve the problem and it's a pretty easy fix.

How To: Fit and replace a Bosch and Neff fan motor and fan blade

Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to fit and replace the fan motor and fan blade on a Bosch and Neff oven. Follow the step by step instructions in this domestic appliance repair video to fit and remove your cooker's fan motor and blade. Please note that all work should be performed by a qualified person. Make sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe removal of your Bosch and Neff oven's fan motor and blade.

How To: Realign uneven refrigerator doors

If you are having a problem with aligning the doors to your fridge, this video will show you how to take care of the problem easily. All you really need to do is lift either side of the fridge using the right wrench and a partner. It's simple to do and will get rid of any uneven doors that are messing up the look of your home. So check it out, good luck, and enjoy!

How To: Make a cheap 12v lamp out of a condom

In this video you will be shown how to make a light out of a condom. What you will need is a condom, a 600 Ohm resistor, a Led, a scissor, a glue gun and a bottle. Start by drilling a hole in the top of your bottle then cut the top off with the scissor. attach the resister to the positive side of your light. Put the condom over the plastic bottle top. Glue the condom in place. Then quickly blow the condom up and add the Led light to the hole you first drilled. Hook the condom lamp up to your ...

How To: Replace a knob on a Neff gas hob

Watch to learn how to replace a knob on a Neff gas hob. You'll remove and replace a gas hob knob on a Neff gas hob. Replacement knobs as well as burner caps and flame spreaders are easy hob spares to replace. As part of hob maintenance we also use a specialist hob cleaner to get a nice clean hob. This hob maintenance video clip illustrates the many different hob parts

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: 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: 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: Repair a Dyson vacuum cleaner

Does your vacuum cleaner suck by not sucking?

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: Remove and repair a Neff oven door

Watch to learn how to remove and repair a Neff oven door. You'll remove and replace parts on an oven door, as well as how to remove the oven door. This oven maintenance video demonstrates removal and replacement of the oven door outer glass, oven door inner glass, door hinges and door handle. Use a professional oven cleaner and ceramic scraper to remove burnt on stains from the oven inner door glass.

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: 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: Change the setting on a dishwasher that runs long

With most of the new dishwashers today, they tend to run longer in order to give you the best quality wash. There are many special cycles that are built in that tend to extend the run time of the machine.

How To: Use your broiler drawer on a GE oven

Have you ever tried cooking a meal and came across a recipe that asked to broil something and had no idea what it was? Well then, this video should make things clearer.

How To: Replace a belt on a Kirby vacuum cleaner

Once in awhile, however, you will run into the issue of having to replace the belt on a Kirby or any other type of vacuum cleaner. Even the most experienced repairmen will admit that replacing the belt on the Kirby is one of the most difficult repairs they face. However this how to video will show you how to do make this vacuum belt repair yourself. Go through the step by step process of dismantling the powerhead and swapping out the belts on the roller brush.

How To: Replace the belt on a Dyson DC25

If you own a Dyson DC25 vacuum cleaners and are experiencing a problem with your brush bar, this tutorial could help you out. There are usually three reasons for why this is happening. One of the main reasons could be because of the belt.

How To: Fix a tangled load on a top load washing machine

If you own a top load washing machine, you may have a problem with tangles. This can be an annoying thing that happens on a regular basis. But there is a way to help make sure that whatever you put in the washer will stay untangled.

How To: Replace the HEPA filter on a Dyson DC07 vacuum cleaner

Watch to learn how to replace the HEPA filter on a Dyson DC07 vacuum. This Dyson spare parts video we show how to remove and replace the Dyson DC07 Pre Motor Filter and Dyson DC07 HEPA Post Motor Filter. This vacuum maintenance video also outlines the Dyson airflow path as well as removal and replacement of the Pre Filter Housing, Post Filter Lid and Filter Seals. Prevent loss of suction and motor cut out by changing the filters on your Dyson.

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: Diagnose washing machine bearings

Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to fix and diagnose your appliance. These videos are for information purposes only. A qualified and proficient engineer should be employed to replace any faulty parts on your domestic appliance.

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 pilot light that isn't working on a GE oven

If you're having a hard time using any of the ranges or the oven on your stove, it may be because of the pilot light. This is an important part of the appliance that allows it to work correctly. No pilot light, then you'll have a hard time cooking anything.

How To: Easily replace the belt on a Dyson DC07

If your brushroll isn't picking up any kind of big debris on the ground, you might have a problem with your vacuum cleaner's belt.

How To: Remove door hinges to your cooker, oven, or stove

Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to fit and replace door hinges to your oven. Follow the step by step instructions in this domestic appliance repair video to replace your cooker's door hinges. Please note that all work should be performed by a qualified person. Make sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe removal of your oven's door hinges.

How To: Replace a Dryer Door Latch

If your dryer door will not stay closed, you will probably have to replace the dryer door latch. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.