tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76066973590580835532024-03-08T02:10:56.668-08:00Ask Joe GagnonRonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.comBlogger165125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-75211095159327788222014-04-22T06:13:00.000-07:002014-04-22T06:13:00.601-07:00Electric Range Too Hot!<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi, Joe,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Our 7 year old electric range has a problem.When we use the two large coils on top they go to the highest heat all the time even though we do not want them there. So it is either highest heat or turn them off - nothing in between. Any ideas what is wrong and how to fix it?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Dave, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It sounds as if you need two new switches that control those burners. Usually it takes a couple of screws and reconnecting some wires. Give it a try. </span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-45937779784583827782014-04-15T06:07:00.000-07:002014-04-15T06:07:00.383-07:00Repairing Broken Glass-top Stove<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We have an electric glass top stove that is approximately 20 yrs old. We have a crack in the glass
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Becky, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I suggest you call my son Mark at 734-953-6991
and get a price on the stove top and the cost of repairs. I think you might
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-54127415702862042942014-04-08T06:05:00.000-07:002014-04-08T06:05:00.614-07:00Smart Meters<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I don't know if you
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Bruce, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have heard and read about this subject and
can't get any interviews set up with the utilities. Apparently studies are
being done by the Public Service Commission and no one wants to talk. It is so
controversial with people saying they are getting sick etc. A big fuss is being
made. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have had one on our home for quite some time and feel no affects at
all. Time will tell. </span><br />
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-47517409063954966122014-04-01T05:58:00.000-07:002014-04-01T05:58:00.129-07:00Washing Machine Won't Agitate<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have a Maytag MAV7700AWW Atlantis washer that
spins and fills properly but will not agitate. It makes a horrible grinding
noise when it should be agitiating. Is there any easy way to tell if this is a
broken agitator or the transmission or something else?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tip the machine and look underneath. There is a
pulley there. Grab that pulley and shake it. You may need a pulley and bearing
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-85789380232578527882014-03-25T05:56:00.000-07:002014-03-25T05:56:00.319-07:00Thermostat for 1954 Stove<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have a 1954 Bakemaster stove. I absolutely love this stove, but I cannot
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don't brown when using the recommended baking time. When I leave items in longer to achieve
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oven rebuilt, but I'd like to better understand what could be causing these
issues. I have moved items to a higher
shelf in the oven, but that only slightly improves the baking. The biggest issue is the large amount of time
it takes to bake anything and the constant guessing as to when an item is done
(although it's never truly baked/melted, I usually just give up and pull it out
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I can imagine how beautiful that old stove is
and can't blame you wanting to keep possession of it. You know that even
temperatures are so important when baking and I believe the oven thermostat is
failing in the range. I don't know if you can purchase a new thermostat for this
unit. There are few technicians who would want to get involved with repairs for
fear that they couldn't fix it or that it wouldn't stay fixed. </span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-75518391264888998432014-03-18T05:37:00.000-07:002014-03-18T05:37:00.220-07:00Bosch Dishwasher Keeps Running<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have a Bosch Dishwasher #she44co24c/22 - it continues to run with 1
minute remaining and some water in the bottom. It won't shut off until you open the
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I suggest you call for service on this one.
Bosch is a special product and before we consider the electronics on this
problem, there may be a pressure switch associated with water removal. Make
sure the drain hose is not kinked and there is no obstruction in the drain
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-84842920068700132782014-03-11T05:49:00.000-07:002014-03-11T05:49:00.864-07:00Check the Dryer Door Switch<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you checked the door switch? Remove the
lint screen and remove the 2 screws in that area. Pop the top up from the front
and you can see the door switch.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-74713876880889765742014-03-04T05:44:00.000-08:002014-03-04T05:44:00.822-08:00Dented Refrigerator Door<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Can I get a dent out of the front corner of my
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The service industry orders a new outer door
panel and goes from there. An old time trapper would use a toilet plunger or
drill a hole and use a coat hanger to pull it out and use something decorative
to plug the hole. You might load up the refrigerator and take it to Doug's Body
Shop on Ford Rd. in Garden City. Hope these ideas help.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-66524340182917436632014-02-25T14:42:00.000-08:002014-02-25T14:42:00.163-08:00Dishwasher Running Too Long<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have a Kenmore dishwasher that is 10 years old.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Model 665.1646, serial fr3410264. My question is that the
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On another issue the owners guide says to not rinse
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It appears the timer is defective. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As for the rinsing issue. They say you will have more soap
action if there is dirt or whatever on the dishes. I still rinse my dishes.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-36668735441521610472014-02-18T14:37:00.000-08:002014-02-18T14:37:00.316-08:00Hot Water Tank Repair<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Bill</span><br />
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need a thermocouple assembly I found two online that look like what I need
but I'm not sure which one to buy - 9003531 or 9003488 - for my model - 640x0rt. It doesn't stay lit. We removed the assembly and cleaned it, but I still have to light each time with push button inboard lighter. Where can I find out number of part i need?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Your problem can be a very different problem
than in the old days when you simply changed the thermocouple available at all
hardware stores. Call a plumber with the model number and ask what has to be changed to correct the problem. I
went through this 5 years ago and I had to buy a whole assembly.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-16311330979972640552014-02-11T14:32:00.000-08:002014-02-11T14:32:00.636-08:00Lighting a Gas Stove<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In an old system like yours you should clean the
area where the flame strikes a thermocouple. Use some fine sandpaper to clean
the surface. It is always possible that the oven safety valve needs to be
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-48298753470387712542014-02-04T14:29:00.000-08:002014-02-04T14:29:00.578-08:00Frost in Freezer<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you see frost on the back wall of a side by
side it usually indicates a defrost problem. Timer, heater or terminator are
parts in the defrost system and one of them needs replacing. You can remove the
food, heat the back wall with a hair dryer and that will get you through for
about 6 days. Newer models have a defrost system controlled by a mother board (
electronics ) . You may end up calling for a service technician. </span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-50291844068220150632014-01-28T14:27:00.000-08:002014-01-28T14:27:00.349-08:00Gas Odors<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Al</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While doing laundry, after several loads of washing and
drying (gas dryer) , we noticed a strong gas smell in the laundry room. We
called Consumers Power who sent out a tech to look for a potential leak. Using
the electronic sniffer leak detector, the tech found no leaks in the line, but
indicated the equipment showed a small amount of gas in the dryer itself. She
turned off the gas supply to the dryer and tagged the dryer, indicating it
should not be used until it is repaired. Is this unusual? What is the likely
cause? Any recommendations of an appliance repair service in our (Plymouth, MI
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It has been known to happen. The gas valve
assembly is not shutting off completely. It is something that a tech should
check out. My son Mark covers your area. His number is 734-953-6991. Please let
me know what problem is discovered.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-73846452980781315322014-01-21T14:15:00.000-08:002014-01-21T14:15:00.576-08:00Replacement Washer<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We need to purchase a new top load washer. Just for 2 adults - no need for all the
extra's just clean clothes. We were looking at the Maytag Centennial 3.6 cu.
ft. high efficiency (model # MVWC360AW) but we're finding mixed reviews. What brand
& model would you suggest?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I prefer the Speed Queen washer, available at
Busen's Appliance in Lincoln Park or Heydlauffs in Chelsea. The best in the
business today.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></div>
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-66705095116298559052014-01-14T14:24:00.000-08:002014-01-14T14:24:00.812-08:00Defective Water Valve<div class="MsoPlainText">
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that I can not get to work. I have replaced the ice maker and valve. The only
thing I haven't replaced is the water filter valve. If I put 115 volts to the ice
maker water valve, it flows water. The ice maker sends 120 volts to the valve
when cycled. Could it be the second valve? Anything else I can check? I am at a
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are times when the water valve will allow
water to drip through. This slow drip can freeze in the fill tube behind the
ice maker. You can melt that ice using a hair dryer but it also means replacing
the defective water valve.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-13963028970318367232014-01-07T14:21:00.000-08:002014-01-07T14:21:00.559-08:00Gas Stove Won't Stop Sparking<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: West Bloomfield</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The electric spark on my gas cooktop won't stop sparking.
It's now unplugged. Is this something I can fix?As always I appreciate your
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">High humidity conditions can cause this to
happen. Check the switches behind the knobs for a loose wire. The modulator is
a plastic piece with all the wires coming from it. That could be defective.</span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-53418011778588153932013-12-31T14:19:00.000-08:002013-12-31T14:19:00.541-08:00Washer Will Not Spin Out Water<div class="MsoPlainText">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Check to see if the cold side of the water valve
has failed. Set the wash for cold wash and see if it fills. If this is not it,
there is a wig wag solenoid assembly on the transmission. Many times a wire
will break or the wig wag is defective. </span><br />
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-37838360603744406712013-12-17T14:12:00.000-08:002013-12-17T14:12:00.777-08:00Refrigerator Compressor Repair<div class="MsoPlainText">
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and regular compartment for some time, maybe a year or more, but all was well
with it working. Yesterday, we lost all
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running. The back and front divider are
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I suggest you have a technician look at it. It
sounds like the compressor is not running at all.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></div>
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Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-71024637390776450392013-12-10T14:09:00.000-08:002013-12-10T14:09:00.487-08:00Duct Cleaning and Insulation Experts<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Tom</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Brighton</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Joe! Who can you reccomend for duct cleaning? We are a
few miles south of Brighton and are looking for a company that will clean all the
ducts and not cut corners.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Secondly, can you recommend a good insulator for my attic?
I have about an R 38, but still getting icicles.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Tom, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Please go back to my web site askjoegagnon.com
and click on Joe's Picks. There you will see two of the best. Dalton
Environmental and Existing Home Insulation.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-73755894824185382522013-12-03T14:05:00.000-08:002013-12-03T14:05:01.083-08:00Dish Detergent Latch Kit<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Laura</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Ann Arbor</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My son recently moved into an apt with 3 other college
friends, and they are thrilled that it has a dishwasher ....problem is they
don't know if it is working properly, and the dish detergent lid will not
close. It is an older model Kitchen Aid. Are there areas in the
washer that these kids should check to
make sure all is in tip top shape without calling the engineer/maintenance
worker? Also, more importantly, the dish
detergent top will not shut. Will the
dishes become clean if they place a gel pac (Finish orange gel pack) in the
bottom of the dishwasher before they start it?
I fear the landlord will not be fixing it in the near future, or at all, and they really want to use the washer
rather than hand wash their dirty dishes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you!
I enjoy listening to you each weekend!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Laura, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There is a latch kit that needs to be replaced
inside the door to have the soap door latch. It will work with the gel pack but
not as good. </span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></o:p></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-45858964640065588902013-11-26T14:00:00.000-08:002013-11-26T14:00:02.210-08:00Best Top Load Washer<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Karen</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Plymouth</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Can you tell me what brand would be your recommendation
for a top load clothes washer. I believe
you had mentioned Speed Queen at one time.
What local store would carry the recommended brand? Thanks</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks!</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></o:p><o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Karen, </span></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You are correct as I think Speed Queen is the
best value on the market today. Contact Busen's Appliance in Lincoln Park and
they will take care of you. They are listed on my web site at Joe's Picks.</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></o:p></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-8051606651722318412013-11-19T13:56:00.000-08:002013-11-19T13:56:00.673-08:00Rust Stains on Laundry<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Jon</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I haven't been able to diagnose the cause of stains
intermittently appearing on my laundry (nor have local repair shops that I took
the shirt shown in this link</span></div>
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/104694306635033565401/StainsOnShirt?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCIS4q6e_3fK2Jw&feat=directlink"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">https://picasaweb.google.com/104694306635033565401/StainsOnShirt?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCIS4q6e_3fK2Jw&feat=directlink</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Washer is 5 yr. old, Kenmore front loader, model 43042.
Matching Kenmore electric dryer, same age, model 83042. I've used Affresh in
washer and have cleaned dryer vents.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks!</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></o:p><o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Jon, </span></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Let's eliminate the washer by hanging a few
things on a line. My suspicion is the vent grate on the inside of the dryer
where the air moves through the dryer. Some will have stains and rust form on
them. Check that out.</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></o:p></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-73541939343410381992013-11-12T13:53:00.000-08:002013-11-12T13:53:00.240-08:00Clean Machine<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Tom</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Milford</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You mentioned a device for washing machines that helps
wash clothes better and with cold water. Could you give me the name again for
me to check out and possibly order?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for all you do.</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi Tom, </span></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note. You can go to <a href="http://www.pureproductsinternational.com/">www.pureproductsinternational.com</a>
and you will see a great video on the product. It's called a Pure Wash and it
works great.</span><br />
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regards,</span></o:p></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-32991408908338276582013-11-05T13:49:00.000-08:002013-11-05T13:49:00.300-08:00Dryer Fire<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Mike</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Ann Arbor</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have an 8 year old gas, front loading Whirlpool duet dryer, and I had the dryer vent cleaned, but they did not clean the
inside of the dryer. Had a mini flash
fire inside the dryer. No visible damage to any of the wiring. The dryer works
but it seems like it doesn't dry completely anymore. Any ideas?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note. I would suggest you stop using the dryer
immediately. That fire you had could have caused some serious problems with
sensors etc. and you need to have it checked out.</span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Joe Gagnon</span></o:p></div>
Ronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17082175659000010411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7606697359058083553.post-12392933868495358632013-10-29T13:41:00.000-07:002013-10-29T13:41:00.695-07:00Installing Gas Dryer in Bathroom<div class="MsoPlainText">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Name: Teresa</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">City: Livonia</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We recently remodeled and kicked out our first floor
bathroom to accommodate our laundry room in northern Michigan. We currently have an electric dryer but would
like to purchase a propane/gas dryer. Is
there any reason why we cannot have a gas dryer in a bathroom?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for your note. I don't know of any reason why not. Make sure it is vented to the outside. A dryer uses 200 cubic feet of air per minute that goes through the dryer so you may want to leave the bathroom door open while it is operating. Also any sprays or perfumes etc. are drawn into the dryer, so limit that or your clothes will smell.</span></div>
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