Tips, information and troubleshooting for Kitchen & Home Appliances Sharp, Bloomberg, Haier, Zanussi, DeLonghi and more.
On this page you will find tips, recommendations and information for proper maintenance and preventing malfunctions to protect and evaluate the lifespan of your household electrical appliances
Washing machine
- Cleaning the abekot chamber - in order to prevent clogging, it is necessary to clean the chamber by washing with hot water.
- Protection socket - in order to prevent damage to the electronic control of the machine due to changes in the electrical network, it is advisable to use a protection socket.
- Clean filter - the filter must be cleaned at least once every 3 months.
- Anti-scale device/material - regular use Anti-scale device/material protects the machine from the accumulation of scale and saves about 10% in electricity consumption.
Troubleshooting
1. The power supply is normal, it is recommended to try to turn on another electrical device in the same outlet.
2. The program selector knob is pulled outward as required to start the machine, or if there is an on and off button - the button is pressed.
3. The machine door is tightly closed.
1. The program selector button is on the selected program.
2. The water inlet tap is open.
3. No bending or pressure on the water inlet pipe.
4. The filter between the water inlet pipe and the water tap is clean, this must be done when the machine is disconnected from electricity.
1. The water supply is normal and the water tap is open.
2. No bending or pressure on the water inlet pipe.
3. The filter between the water inlet pipe and the water tap is clean, this must be done when the machine is disconnected from the electricity.
1. The drainage pipe is at the appropriate height (60-90 cm).
2. The sewer opening is not blocked, a blockage in the sewage system and the drainage pipe outlet will cause the machine to stop working, in this case a plumber must be called to open the blockage.
1. The drainage pipe is at the appropriate height (60-90 cm).
2. No bending or pressure on the water drain pipe.
3. The amount of washing powder / liquid is not too large, too much detergent will cause foam inside the machine which will cancel the wringing operation.
4. The detergent compartment is clean and not clogged.
1. The amount of laundry put into the machine is not too large.
2. Legs known as stability.
The power supply is normal, it is recommended to try to turn on another electrical device in the same outlet.
1. An appropriate washing program has been activated.
2. The correct amount of detergent has been put into the machine.
3. The amount of laundry is too much.
You have to wait about 3 minutes for the program to end.
The soap compartment must be cleaned - a machine with a front opening to take the soap out. For a machine with an upper opening, pour boiling water into the soap chamber
Questions and Answers
The washing machine does not know how to emit a bad smell, so the way of using the product must be examined. You must always clean the filter, the door rubbers and the drum, as well as clean the soap compartment. For more information, please refer to the operating manual. Also, try not to load fabric softener beyond the manufacturer's recommendation.
Has the filter been cleaned recently? Has laundry been overloaded in the drum? Use the operating manual.
Please check the filter according to the operating manual, sometimes, a filter that is not clean affects the way and quality of squeezing. Also, make sure that washing powder has not been loaded excessively, and that a program has been selected that corresponds to the amount of laundry put into the drum, according to the operating manual.
Check whether the selected program corresponds to the amount of laundry actually prepared for the drum. If the amount exceeds the recommended weight according to the operating manual, according to the selected program, the washing machine will continue to work according to the sensors in the drum and not according to the program setting.
The detergent drawer must be cleaned regularly, according to the instructions listed in the operating manual.
Clicking on the child lock must be ruled out by canceling the child lock, according to the operating manual.
Clothes Dryer
- Clean filter - the filter must be cleaned at the end of each session.
- In clothes dryers with a condenser, the water drawer must be emptied after each use.
- Protection socket - in order to prevent damage to the electronic control of the machine due to changes in the electrical network, it is advisable to use a protection socket.
Troubleshooting
1. Timer set to heating mode.
2. Filters free of fibers.
3. In some models, you have to release a button on the back of the dryer, a red button located on the right side of the back of the dryer.
1 . The power supply is normal, it is recommended to try to turn on another electrical device in the same outlet.
2. Door is tightly closed.
3. The program selector button is directed according to the desired program.
1. The dryer is not overloaded.
2. If laundry was put in without spinning, the drying time will be longer than usual.
3. The program selector button is directed according to the desired program.
4. Fiber-free filters.
5. The exhaust pipe is clean.
6. The air outlet is open without interruption.
1. The power supply is normal and the fuses and/or reduction relay are normal and suitable for the connected load of about 16 amps.
2. Plug and socket are working.
Questions and Answers
Make sure that the washing machine spins at 1000-1200 rpm before using the clothes dryer, also make sure to open the door at the end of the dryer operation and leave the laundry for 20 days, in order to evaporate the remaining moisture in the clothes, in addition to regular maintenance of the filters and the condensation drawer according to the booklet the activation you have.
Please make sure that the dryer is connected directly to a power point/protection socket above a power point, and not connected via an extension cable.
Your dryer cannot seal the steam inside it completely, so you must maintain a ventilated environment as much as possible while the dryer is operating. It is possible that moisture will be felt near it, or a certain emission of heat. The phenomenon is completely normal and is not a malfunction.
refrigerator
- Oiled door seals - the refrigerator door seals must be oiled for perfect sealing.
- Adjusting the temperature of the refrigerator - adjusting the temperature of the refrigerator for the season both protects the refrigerator and saves electricity.
- In the summer season, it is important to avoid opening the refrigerator unnecessarily in order to prevent the entry of moisture that causes excessive sweating of the refrigerator.
- Protection socket - in order to prevent damage to the electronic control of the machine due to changes in the electrical network, it is advisable to use a protection socket.
- In a refrigerator with water, it is recommended to change the filter once every six months.
Troubleshooting
1. The power supply is normal, it is recommended to try to turn on another electrical device in the same outlet.
2. No other device is connected to the same outlet that could short out, it is important to make sure that there are no additional devices (splitter, etc.) in the electrical outlet to which the refrigerator is connected.
There is a light in the refrigerator, if there is no light, check for a working electrical outlet, electrical cabinet (make sure the plug did not pop).
Have all the products been thawed, if so check:
1. Thermostat set to 6 o'clock / or between 2-3. In a refrigerator with an electronic display in the freezer door, it is recommended to adjust the second point from the left.
2. A working electrical outlet
1. Electrical connection and proper electrical outlet.
2. Thermostat set to 6 o'clock / or between 2-3.
1. Direction of the air regulator - make sure that there are no products blocking the air regulator from dispersing the cold air in the food compartment.
2. Thermostat set to 6 o'clock / or between 2-3.
1. Distance from the wall 10-15 cm.
2. There are no objects placed on the refrigerator that can cause noise.
1. That food products or protruding shelves do not interfere with closing the door.
2. The door is well sealed, if the seal is torn the door will not close.
The seals are in good condition and not torn and the door closes well.
*** During the summer days, due to the high humidity and temperature differences, you may sweat.
| 1. The refrigerator is clean and there are no rotten products in the refrigerator (plastic bags in which food has rotted will cause a bad smell in the refrigerator). *To deal with a bad smell that remains after cleaning, you can do one of three things: 1. Purchase of the air purifier product in the refrigerator. 2. You can sprinkle a number of flasks with drinking soda powder to absorb the bad odors for a number of days. |
Questions and Answers
You have to wait about 3 hours from the moment you receive the refrigerator at home until it is connected to the electricity. Do not connect the product immediately to electricity. After about 3 hours it will be possible to connect to the electricity and wait up to 24 hours for optimal cooling results, and minimize opening the doors until then.
This is not a malfunction. There are gas pipes that pass through the sides of the product and are the reason for relative heating of the sides. This is a normal operation of the device. Also, make sure that there are sufficient ventilation openings in the niche where the refrigerator is placed, according to the operating manual (there is a detail at the beginning of the operating manual, you must review carefully before using the product).
Please refer to the appropriate page in the operating manual for raising the temperature in the cooling compartment, in addition, be careful not to overload the food compartment and move products about 4 cm away from the back wall, to prevent the ventilation openings from being blocked and the products from freezing.
Please refer to the appropriate page in the operating manual for lowering the temperature in the cooling chamber
This is normal and it is a normal operation of your refrigerator. Please refer to the operating manual for further explanations.
Please check whether the degrees are normal in the cooling chamber. In addition, if it is a question of hot months of the year, there is an exception to the frequent closing and opening of the door, which brings moisture and heat into the food compartment.
This is not a malfunction. The vegetables and fruits generate liquids and moisture over time, if their validity expires quickly or if the temperatures in the refrigerator are not optimal, there may be a concentration of water around the vegetables and fruits. If there is no additional leakage except inside the drawer, the deposits must be cleaned and the contents of the drawer replaced.
Store products in the refrigerator
- Freezer compartment: the location of the products in the compartment is not important. It is important that the products be packed in plastic bags / sealed boxes (a natural situation for snowflakes/ice to form inside the packages)
- Food compartment: the dairy products in the cooling drawer which is the coldest place in the food compartment, due to the sensitivity of the products to heat. In refrigerators that have a dedicated button for the cooling drawer, make sure that it is in the open position. Products such as fruits and vegetables are recommended to be stored in an open plastic bag, even if they are in the vegetable drawer.
- If the direction of the thermostat is different, wait a few hours for the change to take effect.
Additional tips for correct use of the refrigerator
- Adjust thermostat - food compartment 4-3, freezer compartment 3-2 / hour 6 / electronic monitor - second point from the left.
- Correct orientation of the thermostat will help the proper operation of the product and low power consumption.
- If the direction of the thermostat is different, wait a few hours for the change to take effect.
Dishwasher
- Salt suitable for the dishwasher - be sure to use only special salt for the dishwasher. Do not run the dishwasher without salt.
- Anti-scale device/material - regular use Anti-scale device/material protects the machine from the accumulation of scale and saves about 10% in electricity consumption.
- Cleaning the filters - the filters must be cleaned once a month.
- Protection socket - in order to prevent damage to the electronic control of the machine due to changes in the electrical network, it is advisable to use a protection socket.
Troubleshooting
1. The dishwasher was operated according to the operating instructions.
2. A tightly closed door.
3. The water tap is open.
4. The power supply is normal, it is recommended to try to turn on another electrical device in the same socket.
1. The water tap is open.
2. That there is no bending or pressure on the water inlet pipe.
1. There is no bending or pressure on the water outlet pipe.
2. Filters and nets are clean.
1. An appropriate program is selected.
2. The tools are organized according to the division in the basket and/or do not interfere with the movement of the sprinklers.
3. Clean filters and nets.
4. The amount of detergent is sufficient according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. The amount of salt is sufficient according to the manufacturer's instructions and the salt chamber is well closed.
6. The amount of polishing fluid is sufficient according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure that there is liquid and in sufficient amount of polishing liquid according to the manufacturer's instructions.
The amount of polishing liquid does not exceed the permitted amount according to the manufacturer's instructions.
1. The power supply is normal and the fuses and/or reduction relay are normal and suitable for the connected load of about 16 amps.
2. Plug and socket are working.
| The scratch marks are a result of the material structure of the dishes and do not indicate a malfunction in the dishwasher. |
| The signs of rust are from an external source. There may be rust in the pipes through which the water passes. |
Questions and Answers
First, check the type of dirt that appears on the dishes at the end of the operation. If it is cloudiness or white powder, it is a lack or loading of salt, respectively. Please refer to the operating manual for further explanation.
If it is a greasy dirt, make sure that the tablet has dissolved at the end of the operation and that the dishes have been arranged in a spacious manner and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions in the baskets.
The dissolution of the tablet is affected by the water pressure in your home, as well as by choosing an appropriate program and temperature in the dishwasher. We recommend placing the tablet in advance, at the bottom of the dishwasher compartment, under the lower basket. This will ensure the tablet dissolves. In addition, please check that the water pressure in your home is normal and that you have chosen the appropriate program for a quality cleaning operation.
Be sure to clean the filter in the dishwasher as often as necessary depending on use. Please check that the filter is clean and that there is nothing obstructing the water draining from the dishwasher.
Oven
- Protection socket - in order to prevent damage to the electronic control of the machine due to changes in the electrical network, it is advisable to use a protection socket.
- Maintaining the enamel of the oven - in order not to scratch the enamel, be careful not to use sharp tools to clean the inside of the oven.
- built in & Freestanding Oven with stainless steel finish - must be cleaned with a dedicated stainless steel spray.
Troubleshooting
1 . The thermostat is set to the desired temperature.
2. The template is placed at a desired height.
3. The baking time is not too long.
1. The device socket is plugged in.
1. The oven is balanced by the direction of the legs.
2. The oven is placed on a flat surface.
Questions and Answers
Please set the digital clock according to the instructions in the operating manual. Without the clockwise direction, the oven will not start working.
It should be checked that the oven is heated to 20 degrees more than you wanted before the food was put in, for the purpose of quality heating of the baking chamber before the food is put in. After opening the door and putting the food in, a little heat will come out and cold will enter the baking chamber, thus balancing the temperature to the exact temperature you want to bake with.
Also, make sure that the mold is placed in the appropriate place, and that a suitable program is selected for your type of baking. Please refer to the operating manual for more information.
stove top
- First activation - the stove will be activated for the first time by a qualified technician only.
- Domes and burners - after each use, oil/burnt food accumulates on the surface of the stove, domes and burners, it is mandatory to clean the stove after each use.
- Once a month a pin should be inserted into the top of the burner in order to remove accumulated dirt.
- Stove with stainless steel finish - must be cleaned with a special spray.
Troubleshooting
1. The device is connected to electricity and the electricity supply is normal.
2. The spark plugs are clean.
