Month: October 2015

When you have an old model chain saw like the Homelite XL 120, it’s very likely that after years of repeated pulling the starter rope will eventually give out. Luckily, the starter assembly consists of a limited number of components including the rope, which makes it a reasonable component for homeowner restoration. Rather than trashing the chain saw and buying a brand new one, simply replace the rope yourself to get your trusty old friend up and running again. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Always execute this step to protect against the chain saw from starting accidentally. Remove the screws which secure the cover of the starter assembly into the housing of the chain saw with a Phillips screwdriver. Lay the screws aside and set the starter assembly face up on a flat surface facing you. Remove the screw in the middle of the starter assembly…

Maytag originally released the Neptune washing machine, model number MAH8700AWW, in 2006, positioning the front loader as a standard-capacity drier with efficient, Energy Star-approved power intake. One of the model’s features — that include an automatic gardener and prewash compartment — the Neptune comes with a digital screen, which relays information like washing cycle and time status and 12 two-digit info codes which indicate various problems in need of attention. Door Troubles Lots of the Neptune MAH8700AWW’s troubleshooting codes pertain to the standing of its doorway. After the door isn’t shut completely, the drier does not operate. Code “dL” means the door is unlocked, so power down the drier, tightly close the door and restart the cycle. The simpler “dS” signals the doorway has opened during surgery. Similarly, close the door completely if “FL” — or “failure to lock” — appears. On the reverse side, the code “LO” means the…