Let’s be honest, washing machines are expensive, they are prone to breaking down and needing repair and are often the beginning of many domestic arguments! But did you know that you can increase the lifespan of your washing machine dramatically with just a few simple tips. Tip 1 - Buy smart The first tip, if you are looking for your washing machine to go the distance is to buy a strong well … [Read more...]
Dyson Vacuum Cleaner Motor Selection
September 29, 2011 By
There are two types of motors that suit the Dyson vacuum cleaners. The most common is the YDK motor, for a brief period Dyson fitted their DC05 vacuum cleaners with a Panasonic motor. The YDK is very popular and is found in a large range of the models including DC04, DC05, DC07, DC14 and DC08. There are two styles of motors available as one has a shaft and one does not. A majority of the DC08 … [Read more...]
Checking The 2 Dyson Vacuum Cleaner Filters
September 26, 2011 By
A majority of Dyson vacuum cleaners have 2 filters, they are the pre motor filter and the post motor filter. As the name suggests one goes in front of the motor and the other goes after it. We talk to a large number of customers that are not aware of the second filter. Often they are not told about this when they purchase the Dyson vacuum cleaner. After a period of time the post motor filter can … [Read more...]
Beware The Hidden Traps When Recycling Waste Water
September 3, 2011 By
Today everyone is more aware of wastage and looking for ways to contribute helping the environment and conserve water. To stop wasting so much water we now try to reuse as much as we can when we can. One popular way of doing this is to use a biodegradable washing machine detergent. This is great way to reduce the chemicals we put into the water. Another popular practice is to reuse the waste … [Read more...]
The Importance of Appliance Model Numbers
September 2, 2011 By
When replacing locating and purchasing spare parts for your appliance, one of the most important things to locate is the model number. The model number allows us as suppliers to determine exactly the appliance you have. Often you will see a name such as Dishlex 905 of the front for example. This is the type of machine not the actual model number, It's similar to saying a for yet not knowing the … [Read more...]
How to Stop The Heat Build Up From Your Clothes Dryer.
March 26, 2011 By
Clothes dryers by their nature generate a lot of heat and lint as they dry clothes. If the dryer is in a small or closed room this often results in moisture build up in the room. If you close the door this can result in a build up of heat and the dryer cutting which is not ideal as it could be a potential fire risk. A great way to over come this is by installing a clothes dryer vent … [Read more...]
Loading Your Dishwasher Cutlery Basket Correctly
December 14, 2010 By
Dishwasher cutlery baskets hold your soiled utensils when they are being washed in the dishwasher. How well your utensils are washed depends primarily on the way you load the dishwasher cutlery baskets. There are generally two racks that make up dishwasher cutlery baskets. The utensils that have been soiled the most should be placed in the lower basket. Avoid stacking utensils one above the … [Read more...]
Know Your Dishwasher & Key Parts!
November 28, 2010 By
The better you know your appliance, the better you can use it and the longer it will serve you! It takes hardly five to ten minutes to familiarize yourself with the functioning of each part, but the knowledge gained can prove invaluable, especially while troubleshooting and repairing problems. If you have a dishwasher, here are the dishwasher parts and their functions that you should … [Read more...]
How To Care For The Wheels Of Your Dishwasher
November 18, 2010 By
The smooth movement of your cutlery basket in and out of the dishwasher is dependent on the working of the dishwasher wheels. Whenever you have problems with the rolling of your upper or lower racks the first thing you should check for are the dishwasher wheels. Here are a few things you can do to ensure a smooth slide for a long time: 1. Obstruction free!: Ensure there aren’t any … [Read more...]
How to Save Money and Reduce Waste With Your Appliances
September 5, 2010 By
Home appliances can be some of the most expensive purchases you will ever make, they are essential to everyday life regardless of your life style or circumstances. As technology is rapidly changing so is the way in which appliances are made and the expected life of them. Gone are the days of buying an appliance and having 10 plus years of trouble free service from it. Today they can often break … [Read more...]
