Glossary
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Glossary Terms
A dual fuel range combines the precision of an electric oven with the responsiveness of a gas cooktop, offering the best of both worlds for cooking enthusiasts.
A dual ice maker is a feature in some refrigerators that includes two separate ice makers: one in the fridge compartment and another in the freezer section. This setup doubles the appliance's ice-making capacity.
A dual inverter air conditioner incorporates advanced inverter technology with two rotary compressors, providing ultra-efficient cooling with minimal noise and energy consumption. This innovation offers a significant leap in air conditioning technology, providing precise temperature control and longer-lasting performance.
A ductless air conditioner, often referred to as a mini-split, is a highly efficient cooling system that operates without the need for extensive ductwork, making it ideal for space-specific cooling and homes without existing ducts.
Recent Appliance Symptoms
The most common reasons your Kenmore Elite washer won't drain are a broken motor, cracked drain hose or a jammed door lock assembly.
The most common reasons your KitchenAid dishwasher is not drying are a broken heating element, defective electronic control board or a stripped wire connector.
The most common reasons your LG washer vibrates are a damaged suspension rod, malfunctioning electronic control board or a dead fan.
The most common reasons your Samsung dishwasher won't turn off are a defective electronic control board, damaged user interface control or a failed drain pump.
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't start cycle are a malfunctioning electronic control board, jammed door lock assembly or a faulty user interface.
The most common reasons your Admiral dryer has no heat are an open heating element, failed thermal cut-off fuse or a faulty thermal fuse.