It’s almost dinner time and you’ve taken your favourite pizza out of the freezer. You slide it in the oven, but it just won’t turn on. At Ateliers G. Paquette, we offer stove and oven repair and supply all the parts that may need to be replaced. But before calling us, check that the problem isn’t one of these five things.
THE SETTINGS
Is it possible that you removed the knobs and buttons for cleaning and then put them back in the wrong places? You never know, it could happen, so check that they’re all in the appropriate spot. If the controls are electronic, restart the system. Like a computer, turning it off and on again may be all that’s needed to make it work.
2. WATER SUPPLY LINE
If the water supply line, or hose, is twisted, plugged or punctured, this may prevent the machine from filling. Unknot, unplug or replace it as necessary.
3. WATER VALVE
Ensure the handles on the water valve behind your machine are correctly turned. They may need to be readjusted using a screwdriver or flat out replaced.
4. WATER INLET VALVE SCREEN
Inspect the screen on the water inlet valve for clogs. To do this, you’ll have to disconnect the hoses from the washer. If the screen is clogged, take it out, clean it and replace it.
5. WATER LEVEL SWITCH
The water level switch is located on the control panel (which usually needs to be unscrewed). If you have a voltmeter, you can see if the water level switch is working correctly by testing its electrical resistance (ohms). If there’s no resistance, it’s malfunctioning, and you’ll need to call in a technician.
6. PRESSURE CHAMBER
If the machine registers too high a pressure in the chamber, it will refuse to start. Empty the drum and start a new cycle. If the problem persists, call in one of our technicians.
If you’ve tried everything and your washing machine still won’t fill, we can help. Whether you’re in Montreal, Quebec City, Repentigny or anywhere else in the province, you can trust that Ateliers G. Paquette has the washer part you need and the skilled technicians to install it. Contact us today!