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Frosting up in fridge or freezer
Frost is a normal by-product of refrigeration - moisture in the air freezes onto cold surfaces. In a correctly sealed and level appliance, frost formation is minimal and…
Can you extend a tumble dryer vent hose?
Why Vent Hose Length Matters The vent hose on a tumble dryer is designed by the manufacturer to be a specific maximum length. This length is determined by…
Installing a washing machine or dishwasher in basement
Installing a washing machine or dishwasher in a basement or cellar is entirely achievable, but requires additional drainage infrastructure. The appliance's own pump is not up to the…
Frost free freezers and automatic defrosting fridges
How Frost-Free Refrigeration Works In a conventional fridge freezer, the evaporator (the plate or coil that gets cold) is exposed inside the food compartment. Frost builds up on…
Why no wiring diagrams, repair manuals and circuit diagrams for appliances?
Why Wiring Diagrams Are Hard to Find Wiring diagrams, circuit schematics, and full repair manuals for domestic appliances are typically classified as trade documentation. Manufacturers restrict access to…
Tumble Drying Duvet Fire Risk
Why Duvets Are a Fire Risk in a Tumble Dryer A tumble dryer dries by tumbling wet items in a stream of heated air. For this to work…