Appliances - Wiring, Repair & Energy-Saving Tips

If you need to know how to wire a dryer outlet, or convert the wiring from a three-wire system to a four wire system, or just the opposite, here's a great source for information.

In the world of renewable and sustainable alternative power supplies, solar energy is free for the taking. These are my top ten solar energy uses in a home.

This is a complete step-by-step guide to installing an over-the-range microwave oven.

These are some unique instances that you can connect electrical wiring to devices without having to have a junction box, and here's why.

If you've ever wondered where manufacturers hide the nameplate rating tags and markings, this article will help.

Range hoods are used to exhaust water vapor (steam) andheat away from the cooking area above the range top. These exhaust fans can vent either up into the cabinet duct work, out the back through the wall, or be blown back into the room through the front-facing vent holes in the range hood.

Kitchen appliances require specific needs such as junction boxes for electrical connections, disconnecting means, and dedicated circuits for specific appliances.

Dedicated circuits are required by the National Electrical Code, but what are they?

Illinois is one of many states with a government program aimed to increase the efficiency of heating, cooling, water heaters and numerous other cooking, cooling and washing appliances. This program will generate consumer buying and lessen the energy demand by replacing older, less efficient appliances with newer, Energy Star rated appliances.

Branch circuits are the electrical wiring feeds that power appliances like ranges and ovens.

These are the three typical laundry circuits that are used in most homes today.

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Newer homes are now being equipped with 4-prong dryer cord plugs, but if you are moving into an older home, you may need to convert your dryer cord to a 3-prong configuration.

If you turn the oven on and it doesn't heat up, it could be your oven ignitor has gone bad.

Electric dryers use electric heating elements to produce heat to dry clothes.

Learn how easy it is to install and wire a 4-prong dryer outlet.

Newer homes are now being equipped with 4-prong dryer cord plugs. This is the new standard and is required under Article 550.16(A)(2) of the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008. Connections of electrical clothes dryers shall be made with a 4-conductor cord and 3-pole, 4-wire, grounding-type plugs or by Type AC cable.

When the heart of your kitchen appliances are on the fritz, these appliance repair tips will help you get them working again in no time. Altough some appliance repair projects are simple enough to accomplish yourself, some do require special tools and even a visit from your freindly neighborhood appliance repairman.

The Whirlpool Duet gas dryer is a front-load dryer. It is a commercial dryer built to handle large loads of laundry and save water and energy in the process. This reviews explains the pros and cons of this machine.

Learn how to replace and install an oven ignitor with this electrical how-to, complete with photos.

In order to get the right bake element for your electric range, you'll need to have the model number for the appliance store or repairman in order for them to look up the proper part. The model number can be found on the inside of the bottom pan drawer. Pull the drawer out and look for a white or silver tag that states the model and serial number. This will ensure that you get the right replac…

Learn how to wire electric range receptacles with this easy step-by-step guide.

Learn how to correctly install dishwashers in your home. By following these steps, your dishes will be clean and shiny in no time.

When your refrigerator doesn't come with an ice maker, follow these step-by-step instructions and learn how to install an ice maker.

Learn how to properly install a dryer cord on an electric dryer.

These simple step-by-step instrucions will guide you through a range cord installation. Just follow the instructions and you'll be cooking with bacon in no time!

With the high cost of electricity and the ever increasing cost of consumer products, finding new ways to leave a little change in your pocket is becoming a new fad. One way is purchasing Energy Star® rated appliances. These appliances are specifically designed to save energy and resources.

The price of everything keeps going up and it seems like there is no end in sight! We all need to find ways of saving the green to be able to keep our budgets afloat. Here are seven ways to save energy and the green from your wallet. Although this is not a complete list of energy savings tips, by implementing these simple changes to your everyday schedule, you’ll see immediate savings.

Easy Appliance Parts offers some basic safety precautions and procedures for your safety when servicing appliances.

This site lets you search the model number of your appliance and look up needed parts. Once the model is displayed, choose the parts from the choices on the left column. This will display the part and price of the part. It also tells you if it is in stock.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Maytag® corporation, announced a voluntary recall of many brands of dishwashers after it received 12 reports of dishwasher heating element failures that resulted in fires and dishwasher damage. This also included one report of extensive kitchen damage from a fire. Although no injuries have been reported, it is recommended that con…

An automatic water shutoff valve controls a single water line or the whole house's water supply to shut the water flow off to the line usung a shutoff valve. It is triggered by a water sensor placed on the floor to detect water leaks.

Which is your favorite, electric or gas ranges?

Here's an easy way to save some money on your energy bill by simply using a power strip or surge protector.

If you've ever started up an electric heater, toaster, or electric range for the first time or the first time of the year, you may notice smoke rolling out of them. Could this mean trouble? Is there something wrong with the appliance?