There are few things as frustrating for a homeowner or renter to face than the breakdown of the clothes washer. Nobody likes to go without clean clothes, and the hassle of having to haul of the clothes down to the laundromat can seem overwhelming. Here are some troubleshooting tips to try before calling in the professionals for Appliance Service in Shrewsbury MA.
Electrical Plug
As silly as this sounds, experts report that this is a problem a fair percentage of the time. That’s right, sometimes the electrical plug can get knocked loose or even out of the plug entirely. The owner does not think to check this, and they call in a professional repairman for Appliance Service in Shrewsbury MA who quickly finds the problem. This can be an expense that is easily avoided by checking to see if the plug is in the outlet securely.
Breaker
If the washing machine is plugged in but still refuses to turn on, the problem may be as something as simple as a tripped breaker or a blown fuse. Check to see if the breaker is still in the “on” position, or make sure the fuse connected to the washing machine is still functional. If it has been blown, remove it and insert a new one. If this is a problem the homeowner faces on a frequent basis, it is wise to call in an electrician as there may be other, more dangerous problems at play.
Switch
Clean the switch. Modern washing machines all possess a lid switch that must be engaged for the washing machine to actually turn on. The switch can very easily become “gunked up” with lint, detergents. and other grime that can prevent the switch from fully engaging. Merely take a cotton swab with a bit of rubbing alcohol and give the switch a good cleaning. The results can be pleasantly surprising.
Click here if the problems the washing machine is facing are more in-depth and require professional service. A licensed and experienced technician can check to see what the problem is and have the machine back up and running in no time at all.
