Electrical Appliances Forum

Electrical Appliances Forum

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  • Hi … I've made a silly mistake by not taking pics of wiring before starting a tumble dryer belt change. I hope someone can assist. I changed the drum belt on my Indesit condenser dryer IDC8T3B, but the heater did not come on and I noticed a loose orange wire next to the controller. The […]
  • I currently have a single electric oven and gas hob both of which are connected to a 32 amp (via a red switch isolating switch) fuse. I would like to remove the gas hob and install an induction hob with a power requirement of 7.4 kw. My question is will the 32 amp fuse be […]
  • I have or had a Delonghi ECAM44.660.B Coffee Machine and today, it has tripped my electrics and smoke came out the top. Lovely smell around the house. Anyone know what part ill need to fix it?
  • Hi. I have been having a problem with my AEG 7000 Series Washer Dryer (L7WEG851R) tripping my main fuse box over the last week. I am trying to diagnose what the issue may be. Here is what has happened so far. The machine is three years old, so it is now out of warranty. Last […]
  • Hi, I have a Dimplex ERC20 heater that's not working. I tried to open the panel but having removed the wheels I found and removed the 2cover retaining screws but it's held tight at the top and I can't for the life of me release it. I think it should be a push up and […]
  • Hi Everyone, I had a problem with my Samsung Washer Dryer – it wasnt able to spin properly leaving clothes soaking wet (the cycle wouldn’t even finish). So I called Samsung out who sent one of their partner repairers out. Initially he thought it was the main circuit boards so he replaced that. That didn’t […]
  • I have come across an old PC that I would like to turn on. However, before plugging in an IEC lead into it I want to make sure I have the correct fuse. (Using a 13amp IEC lead – UK) Below are my findings. I am a bit confused as to what is being shown […]
  • I have come across a laptop without a fuse in the plug and I want to know which is the correct fuse to enter into the plug? The attached is what is shown on the laptop AC/DC adapter. For confirmation (and peace of mind) I am looking at the INPUT values and I see 100-240V […]
  • 18 months ago I bought American style fridge freezer (this model). I have a two year warranty. I have already had two call outs to replace a faulty/sticking door. It has now begun an intermittent, but increasingly frequent, whirring round which stops when you open the door. Hisense's advice is to "manually defrost the appliance […]
  • Hi, 3 or 4 years ago, our 2012 LG American fridge freezer had an issue where something was blocked and it wasn't freezing properly. I can't remember exactly what the problem was but in the process of removing the interior rear panels, some of the spongey material came away (photo attached). Since then we've had […]
  • I’m looking for a wiring diagram for a Haygain hay bale steamer. Wondered if any of you fine people have worked on one before. I’ve emailed the haygain company, but nothing back yet. My customer replaced the heating element himself, but didn’t take any notice of the wires on the switches when he took them […]
  • Hi, I have a KitchenAid dishwasher that I used for less than 2 years, and then we moved and took it with us, but because the house was with new appliances I didn't decide to install the one I brought (from Michigan to South Carolina) and it was kept packed and in the garage for […]
  • Hi Folks, I am a hard pressed Premises Manager in a State Funded Academy Primary School in the United Kingdom, we have a limited budget of course, we also have a large number of Instant Boiling Water dispensers and this is a very hard Water Area, I have only recently taken on this appointment, and […]
  • Hi, I have an integrated Neff dishwasher – came with house so not sure of age. Probably 15 yrs. All A1 OK but last night I somehow rammed something against the top door catch, there was an ominous click either something clicking aside, or snapping. Now door won’t click / close, so ofcourse dishwasher won’t […]
  • OK, this is a weird one! I have a grid tied PV system which exports spare power to the grid. The maximum it will export is around 2.5kW Now I want to use around 1.5kW, but I want to use it to heat a 3kW element. So it will be a slow long heating rather […]
  • I'm looking for something that can replace this part for my electric fireplace: Getting the exact part is rather expensive, so I'm hoping someone can suggest a cheaper alternative that will work.
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  • Hello, Suppose we have two split Air conditioners or freeze/refrigerator compressors. First works with AC and second works with DC. Which one has a longer life? What are the pros and cons of compressor work with AC vs DC? Thank you
  • Hello. I wanna buy new psu Seasonic PX-2200W ATX 3.1. Its new fresh product. But in my country ( POLAND ) is not in stock. I found some french shop. They can deliver to Poland. I am in Poland. Psu will be from France. Did power cable will be compatible from psu to socket ?

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