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LG Adds a 25-Inch WashTower for Simultaneous Washing and Drying
LG’s new 25-inch WashTower handles separate wash and dry loads of up to 20 kilograms each, with rollout planned in three regions later this year.
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LG’s new 25-inch WashTower handles separate wash and dry loads of up to 20 kilograms each, with rollout planned in three regions later this year.
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Dryer not heating? To tell if the heating element is bad, run an empty heated test first, then check breakers, gas, lint and venting.
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Dryer condensation with slow drying can point to restricted airflow. Clear lint, check the outside outlet and vent setup, then watch the next loads.
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If your dryer makes noise when tumbling, check the load and the outside first. The sound and its timing help you decide when to stop and seek service.
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Dryer vibrating? Check bunched laundry, nearby rattles and level feet. A brief startup thump differs from grinding or a rumble that persists.
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For a GE washer reset, read the display first. Then use the two-minute control reset or, on a confirmed Hydrowave top-loader, the separate motor reset.
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Check the hookups, remove shipping restraints, connect and secure the hoses, level the washer, then run an empty cycle that fills, drains and spins.
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Efficient washers use 10 to 25 gallons per load, adding $0.05 to $0.50 in water and sewer; older inefficient top-loaders use 40 gallons or more.
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Read Whirlpool dryer error codes, clear PF, check airflow warnings and know when a voltage or F/E code needs service.
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Wash approved shoes in a bag with towels, a small dose of liquid detergent and a cold, gentle cycle. Air-dry them fully; hand-clean pairs that can't go in.
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A dE code points to a door or lid closure problem on the main US washers. Clear the opening, close it normally, then try the matching restart.
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Clear the room, measure the space left for laundry tasks, then give supplies and clothes places that keep doors and machines usable.
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To fix a leaking washer, first note where and when water appears. Once the floor is safe, check the nearby hose, door or drain.
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A front-load washer smells like mildew when moisture and residue linger in its seal, drawer or tub. Clean those areas, then run an empty cleaning cycle.
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To stop a shaking washing machine, check the load first if it's been in use. For a new washer, confirm the shipping bolts are out before another cycle.
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Clean the dryer outlet, connecting hose and outside vent, then check that air flows freely. Know when a gas or hard-to-reach duct needs a professional.
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Run an empty heated Timed Dry cycle for five minutes. A cold drum points to power or gas; a warm drum with damp clothes points to airflow.
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If CL is showing, hold the controls marked with a lock. If the door stays shut, let the drum stop, then drain or cool the washer before opening it.
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Fix a washer that is off balance by correcting the load first, then checking its feet. Persistent shaking needs a closer look.
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Cleaning dryer exhaust starts at the outside vent. Check the flap, then brush and vacuum from the dryer to the wall and run it empty.
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Install a new dryer vent by planning an outdoor route, connecting metal duct and checking the hood before the first load.
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To clean a dryer duct, unplug the dryer first. Clear the lint path from the trap to the outdoor outlet, then check that the outlet opens during an empty cycle.
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Empty the washer, run its cleaning cycle or a hot empty wash, then clean the dispenser and openings by hand. Rinse away residue and let it dry.
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Dryer sheets reduce static, soften clothes and add scent if fragranced. They’re optional, and their coating can interfere with some fabrics.