Expectation does not always correspond to reality, especially when it comes to jobs that we are not used to doing. We know how it can feel when we try to repair something but things don’t go as expected. If repairs make your stress level rise, follow these ten steps to help you organize the job as best as possible.
1) If your appliance is malfunctioning, first check the manual.
A flashing red light on your refrigerator may be nothing more serious than a power surge. The solution to your device problems may be simpler than you think. Or, in the worst case scenario, you may need to replace a faulty part. There’s only one way to know for sure: consult the manual!
2) Pay particular attention to the signals your device presents
If you are not sure if you have identified the problem with your appliance, look at it carefully. If the appliance displays an error code, you can search for the code on the main search engines, this would give you a great advantage. Once you have confirmed that there is a fault, you can diagnose it with the help of an electrical tester.
3) Obtain the brand and model of your appliance to look for the right spare parts.
Always remember to obtain the brand and model before starting the search for spare parts, you will save time and money, here’s how to look for the model number on your appliance. Always buy accurate and high quality parts needed to repair your appliance.
4) Make sure you have the right tools available before starting
Nothing more frustrating than finding yourself halfway through a delicate job and realizing you can’t complete it due to a missing tool. Always remember to check that you have everything you need to complete the repair.
5) Watch a video tutorial
How do you know which tools to use to complete your repair? If you are not 100% sure on how to repair your broken appliance, and you cannot find useful information on the web, our YouTube channel has created video tutorials to explain in a practical and simple way how to carry out the most common repairs.
6) Have someone available who can help you if necessary
An extra pair of hands will make the job easier, to move or remove a heavy piece or to carry out a complex operation, especially if it is your first time doing it. Don’t be too optimistic, it’s not the best situation to be an individualist.
7) Work safely
We will never tire of saying it, safety first and foremost! Remember to unplug the appliance before you begin, and remember to store your tools in a safe place away from your work area, ending up with an injury won’t help you avoid stress!
8) Take breaks every now and then
As with any job, take breaks when you feel tired, this will help you keep stress levels low and complete the job successfully. Take the time to regain strength and motivation and you will see that your repair will last longer.
9) Avoid distractions
First of all, keep children and pets (especially curious dogs) away from the area in which you are working, this will reduce the possibility of making mistakes.
10) Accept that mistakes happen
Only those with a lot of experience can afford to complete a job without errors, but if you are repairing your appliance for the first time, it could happen that something doesn’t go right, but everything can be resolved with a little patience, take a breath deep followed by a pause, you will see that it will get better later.
Fix your appliances one step at a time and you will see how satisfying it is!