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Front-Load Washer Door Won't Unlock? Try This Order
Washer door won't unlock after the cycle? Check the safety delay, water in the drum and the control lock before you call. Never pry a front-load door open.
Opening a Seasonal Home: Appliance Start-Up Checks
Reopening a summer place? Bring each appliance back online in the right order and check for leaks, odors and pests before you stock the fridge.
Dryer Drum Not Turning? Belt, Rollers or Motor
Dryer drum not turning while the motor runs? A broken belt is the usual cause, but rollers, the idler pulley and motor matter too. A hand test points the way.
Top-Load Washer Not Agitating? What to Check First
Top-load washer not agitating after it fills? Rule out normal impeller motion and the lid switch, then check the agitator, coupling and belt. Here's the order.
Dishwasher Won't Start? Work Through These Checks
Dishwasher won't start even though the lights come on? Check the door latch, control lock, delay start and power source in order before calling a technician.
Freezer Door Won't Close? Find What's in the Way
Freezer door won't close or keeps popping open? Overfilled bins, ice on the seal, poor leveling and worn gaskets are the usual culprits. Check them in order.
Washer Won't Fill With Water? Follow These Checks
Washer won't fill with water? Check the valves, hoses, inlet screens and the lid or door lock in this order before calling. Most causes take minutes to find.
Oven Display Blank and Nothing Works? Check Power First
Oven display blank and nothing responds? Check the breaker, the outlet on a gas range and a control reset, then see which signs point to a failed board.
Microwave Door Won't Open? Latch, Lever or Mount
Microwave door won't open? Grease on the latch hooks, a broken release lever or a shifted mount is usually why. Here's what's safe to try from outside.
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