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General Appliance Guides

Guides that apply to every appliance: finding the model number, resetting the controls, and deciding whether to repair or replace.

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All appliancesTroubleshootingRepair or Replace an Appliance? How to Decide What's Worth It
Repair is usually worth it when the appliance is well short of its typical lifespan and the fix costs less than half the price of a comparable new one, a rule of thumb Consumer Reports gave for years.
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All appliancesHow-toHow to Reset an Appliance: Power Cycle, Breaker and Limits
A reset means cutting power long enough for the control board to fully shut down, usually 1 to 5 minutes at the plug or breaker, then turning it back on.
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All appliancesHow-toHow to Find Your Appliance Model Number (Washer, Fridge, AC)
The model number is on a sticker or metal plate, usually just inside the door or lid: around the door opening on front-load washers and dryers, on the tub frame or door edge of a dishwasher, and on an inside wall of a refrigerator.
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