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Washers & Dryers
Sealing A Washing Machine Pump With Epoxy Print E-mail
Written by admin (Cranston, Rhode Island) 
Cracked Washer Pump?  Use EpoxyHere's a nicely demonstrated bit of troubleshooting involving a leaking washer pump. When you don't have a replacement pump at hand, you could always open up the washer, seal that crack up with epoxy, and keep it running for a while anyway. Nothing like a little bit of ingenuity.
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Troubleshooting Washing Machine Leaks Print E-mail
Written by jeff (North Kingstown, Rhode Island) 
Leaky Washer?If your washing machine is starting to fill up the laundry room with water instead of the tub that holds your clothes and linens, it might be worth trying to figure out why. Here's a quick set of troubleshooting tips for washing machine leaks.
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Drain a bucket of water from the bottom of a water heater once or twice a year to flush out sediment and minerals. It'll save energy and extend tank life.
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