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Increasing the Life of your Appliances

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Caring For Your Every Day Appliances

Appliances are an expensive necessity in every household and even certain businesses. Caring for your everyday appliances properly such as dishwashers, ovens, or laundry machines will save you money in the long run. Make sure that when you purchase new appliances to read or save the manual. This way you can be sure you are using the machine correctly and purchasing the all the right items needed for a successful experience.

A common mistake people make when cleaning their oven or stove is to spray the cleaner directly onto the control panel. This is a sensitive area that is prone to circuit shortages. Instead, apply your cleaner to a cloth and wipe down the panel. Doing so can save you hundreds or even thousands on new stove parts and replacements.

Never use soap in your dishwasher. While this seems like a good idea if you find yourself in a pinch, it will only lead to disaster. Dishwasher detergent is specifically designed to work in unison with your dishwasher parts so the machine can run smoothly. Using regular dish soap will create a sudsy mess that will destroy certain parts that may not be repairable.

Replacing filters is something many appliance owners neglect because they are not aware their appliances have filters. Charcoal ovens, dishwashers, and even some refrigerators are examples of appliances that need regular filter changes or cleanings. If you have misplaced the instruction manual that your that appliance comes with, these details can often be found on the manufacturer’s website.

If you have any questions about using your machine or what products will work best, you can always give the experts at National Appliance a call for more information.