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If your washing machine will be exposed to below freezing temperatures, you should winterize it to prevent damage to the pump and inlet valves. You can winterize a washing machine either by draining all the water from the washer and drain hoses or by adding antifreeze to the machine.
Read MoreIf your GE washer is stuck on the spin cycle, the issue can likely be fixed by resetting the machine. The procedure for resetting a GE Hydrowave washer and other GE models varies slightly, but both are really easy to do yourself, and start with unplugging the machine to disrupt the power.
Read MoreBefore you put your washing machine into storage, you'll need to drain excess liquid from the machine and drain hoses to avoid mold growth from sitting water. If you're storing the washer in a cold environment, winterize the washing machine with an R.V.-type antifreeze to prevent frozen hoses.
Read MoreSetting the clock on an Emerson 1000w microwave is pretty straightforward. Whether setting it for the first time or resetting the time after a power outage or daylight saving time, you simply need to press the "Clock" button, enter the four digit time and then press the "Clock" button again.
Read MoreYou’ve bought a new Sleep Number bed and you are excited to finally discover your perfect sleep setting. You just have one last hurdle to clear: setting up the Sleep Number remote. The remote controls the firmness of the mattress, as well as any additional features like a FlexFit adjustable base. If your bed didn’t come with a remote, don’t panic. Your model is likely controlled via the SleepIQ app.
Read MoreLike every small appliance, your Cuisinart coffee maker is going to need occasional maintenance to keep it brewing your perfect morning cup day after day. And there is often an easy DIY solution to your coffee maker woes, whether you’re experiencing a power failure, coffee overflowing, a faulty grinder or metallic-tasting coffee.
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