Water Filters

For quite some time, water dispensers have been a common item on refrigerators.  Many also have filters to insure that you always have clean water.  At some point an indicator light will shine to let you know it time to replace the filter.  After you replace the filter, it is important to reset the counter for it.

Each brand may have it own way of resetting the counter.  Usually the instructions are on the inside of the door that contains the dispenser.  They might also be located near the filter itself.  The owners manual will have it as well.  Just in case that none of them are available, here are a few of the common ways of resetting the filter:


Door Switch:
Open the refrigerator door.  Either on the top or the side, there is the switch that turns the light on when the door is open.  Push the the switch 3 times.

Button near filter:
If your refrigerator has a button near the water filter itself, push and hold for 3 seconds.

Dispenser panel control:
On the control panel for the dispenser, push and hold the water button for 3 seconds.


If the above 3 does not reset the filter, another method may be needed.  In that case, you will need to consult the manual or contact the manufactuer.

If you need new filters, Pick N Pull Appliance Parts carries many of the top water filters.

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Until next time,
Matt

Cooler weather ahead

As the calendar moves into September, it is a reminder that cooler weather is around the corner.  What is not cool though is broken appliances.  It doesn't have to be that way.  Many Appliances can be fixed far cheaper then buying a new unit outright. 

I hear it all the time... It too intimidating to work on your own appliances.  I assure you that most of the time, you can do with very little fanfare.  Some basic tools such as a cordless drill, some sockets, a screwdriver and pliers and you can handle most repair problems.

If you haven't checked out us yet, what are you waiting for?

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July was a great month for sales!

July was a great month for sales.  Met and spoke to many different service companies.  Met with quite a few home owners and weekend warriors.  They all said the same thing. 

"Great parts at a great price"

That phrase is music to our ears.  Here at Pick N Pull Appliance Parts, we want to give every appliance a 2nd chance.  What do you need to get yours going again?  Give us a call or stop by the shop.  We are here for you.


Matt


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Fun in the Sun

It been a little while since the last post and I wanted to share what has been going on around the place here.  In addition to the website, we now have an actual store.  Better yet, it is open to the public.  Stop by and say hi sometimes.  Sales have been picking up.  This month we are on track to doubling, possibly tripling last months number.  That itself is always good news.

Time for a little fun in the sun.  Being about halfway into the summer, what kind of fun stuff have you done?  The California State Fair is in full swing here.  Lots of energy and excitement from that.  Share some stories and will post some of them.

Till next time

Preventative Maintenance

It has been awhile since my last posting and I do appologize for that.  There has been a lot of excitmenet the last few weeks.  One thing that I want to talk about today is preventative maintenance.  Preventative maintenance is one way to make sure your appliances will keep working when you need them to.  Like any mechanical device, they can sometimes fail no matter what you do.  A little attention on a consistent basis will tip the odds in your favor.  The following is a few basic things that doesn't require calling out a technician.

Make sure your washer and dryer are level.  Try rocking them back and forth, left and right.  If they move, the legs needs to be adjusted.  A rocking washer or dryer causes premature wear and tear.

Use a washing machine cleaner.  Using too much detergent can cause a build up of residue in your washing machine.  This residue can become sticky and/or create an odor.  This can also happen if you use the wrong type of detergent as well.  Affresh makes a tablet that you simply drop in your washer and run it through a cycle or two depending on the build up and odor.  It breaks up the gunk and helps make sure your washer works well.

Use a dishwasher cleaner.  Just like a washer, using too much or the wrong type of detergent can cause a residue build up.  It can also cause spotting on your dishes.  Affresh makes a tablet that you place in the dish washer and run through a normal cycle.  It breaks up the residue and helps keeps you dishwasher clean.  Hard water can cause a build up as well.  There are a variety of different types of cleaner to help with that as well.

Ice Machine Cleaner.  Again, hard water can cause issues here as well.  Mineral build up can affect how well you ice machine works.  There are a variety of cleaners that can be used.

With any chemical cleaner, be it a liquid, gel, or a tablet, it is crucial that all directions are followed.  If it says to run two cycles, then run two cycles.  Clean up any spills promptly.  By maintaining your appliances on a consistant basis will go a long ways to insuring they will work when you need them to.

Milestone Monday

Today was a big Milestone Monday.  As of today, we now have over 14,000 parts listed on our website.  More will be added in the near future.  There has been several orders over the last few days.  It is a very exciting time as it looks as the wind is beginning to blow in our favor.

Spring and Summer time projects

With the warmer weather of spring and summer, many folks have their "Spring Cleaning" to get rid of stuff.  It is also the perfect time to fix things up as well.  At Pick N Pull Appliance Parts, we want to give

Every Appliance a 2nd chance!

There are many things that can easily be fixed by you.  Check us out at PicknPullApplianceParts.com

We have a wide variety of Like New / Used appliance parts to get you going.  If we don't have something, we can most likely find a new replacement part.  Stop by and check us out.

Spring is right around the corner.  One thing that many folks do, myself included, is have some spring cleaning. 

Out with the old and in with the new!

In addition to spring cleaning, it is also a great time to run some preventive maintenance on your home appliances.  Take regular care of your appliances can help insure they work when you need them to.  Some of the things to check include the follow:

Cleaning out all the filters.
Cleaning out all air ducts.
Pulling the machines away from the wall to sweep and clean all around.
Wiping down the surfaces.
Cleaning the inside of doors and the various shelves in a refrigerator.

In addition to the cleaning, you also want to check and make any repairs in a timely manner.

Some repair items to check include:

Visual inspection of power cords for cracks and exposed wiring.
Rust and other signs of leaks from water connections.
Holes, tears and/or chips in any filters.
Wobbling appliances from loose or missing legs.
Loose door handles and hinges.
Tears or gaps in any seals.

Taking care of your appliances will help extend their life.  At Pick N Pull Appliance Parts, we carry a wide assortment of Like New / Used parts as well as new parts.  We have hard to find and discontinued parts.  In case we don't have your part, you can always fill out a part request form.  If we come across what you are looking for, we'll let you know.

Click here for Part Request Form






Pick N Pull Appliance Parts, INC (“PNP”) Sells NEW Appliance parts of all major brands at extremely competitive prices.. We also offer… Like New (used) appliance parts that our technicians verify to be in excellent working condition. These parts can be purchased at a great value and eliminate some waste from entering our landfills. In addition, we specialize in locating hard to find appliance parts that may have been discontinued. Our goal is to meet the needs of our customers and provide excellent service.

Everyone have a good weekend?  Some are still enjoying the last few hours of a 3-day weekend.  Things are looking good for us.  Getting unique traffic.  Slowly but surely things are moving along.  It getting more and more exciting as things start to shape up.



-Matt
PinknPullApplianceParts.com

This morning, a blanket of fog has covered the area.  Visibility was rather limited.  It can be scary driving through thick fog.  Sometimes, that how people feel when it comes to fixing their appliance.  It doesn't need to be scary or intimidating.  A lot of folks have never done anything like it before and naturally they are apprehensive.  Here are some tips to help you get through your first repair job:

1.) Take your time and allow yourself time to accomplish the task.

2.) Get your tools out ahead of time.  Many tasks can be fixed with a Phillips and Flathead screw driver, pliers and a socket set.

3.) Take some notes along the way to help you reassemble everything.

There is a great feeling of pride and confidence after your first repair job.  Use that confidence to help grow your skills and abilities.  Soon that fog and apprehension over fixing an appliance will lift away.




-Matt
www.picknpullapplianceparts.com

Another week of getting stuff done.  Things are really beginning to take shape around here.  There is a lot of work involved with a new business.  Everybody is excited and anxious for things to take off.  It is far too easy to get caught up in things without taking care of the necessities.  This is equally important when fixing your own appliances.

Our appliance tech mentioned in the last post about getting yourself to a clear and clean work area.  Expending on that includes making sure you take care of your tools as well.  I'm not saying that each tool needs to be polished after every use but rather that we don't neglect them.  Leaving them outside overnight, not wiping them clean of oils, paint, goop, etc...  Some brands can tolerate abuse better then others.  That is not a reason to not take care of them.  No one wants their appliance to breakdown.  It is even worse when we are trying to fix them and we can't find a tool we need.  Worse then that is that we do have the tool but it is busted from neglect.  Take care of your tools so that when you do need them, they are ready to go.



-Matt
Http://picknpullapplianceparts.com

Here we are at the close of the week.  It is a very exciting running a new business.  Lots of energy and excitement in trying to get it all going smooth.  There are bumps along the way.  Ups and down, but in the end, it all seems worthwhile.  We gotten a few orders so far and naturally we want to get a lot more orders. 

Today, we got a treat for you.  Our Appliance Tech will be sharing special tips to better help you out when you are working on your appliances.  Today's tip is below.



It can be frustrating when your washer and dryer go down.  More so when you loose that screw, that o-ring or whatever it may be.  Before getting started on any repair job, take a moment to clean up the area around you.  Sweep the floor, move stuff away and give yourself some room to work.  So if you do drop that screw, you can find it easier.


If you got a question or comment, please feel free to contact us.  We want to hear from you.

Welcome to our blog.  Glad to be here.  As we get things rolling, be sure to stop by often to see what we got going on.  We will also be offering tips and suggestions on how to fix your appliances.  Coupons and discount codes for future purchases.  It all very exciting and we have high hopes for a great year and want you to be a part of it.