At one time, people had to beat their clothing against rocks in rivers in order to get them clean. Throughout the years, machines were developed to help make the job a lot easier. Today, doing laundry requires little more than throwing the clothing and soap in the machine and turning it on. The washing machine does the rest of the work. Most people don’t think about how their washing machines work, until they are not working. Then, they must figure out what is wrong with the machines, and how to fix the problems. Some repairs require the skills of professional repair persons, while others are simple fixes that most people can do themselves.
When washing machines won’t turn on, make sure that the power cord is plugged into the correct outlet and not an adapter or an extension cord. If this isn’t the problem, check the fuses and circuit breakers. If the machine still won’t start, it is time to call in a repair person. If the machine starts but will not fill, make sure that the hose isn’t bent or clogged. When there are drainage problems, check for clogs in the drainage hose. The problem could also be the pump pulley, which is available where washer parts in Toledo are sold.
If a washing machine is making unusual noises, such as thumping sounds, it could be a caused by a couple of things. It may be that the load is too big, or that the load is off balance. Simply open the machine and move or remove some of the load. Rattling noises usually mean that something besides clothing is in the washer, such as coins that have fallen out of pockets. If the noise is caused by vibrations, check to see if the machine is level.
If the washing machine is leaking at the water inlet valve, a new one will need to be installed. This and other washing machine parts are available at Household Centralized Service in Toledo. In addition to parts, many services are available, including washing machine and other appliance repair, electronics repair, and more.
