Clothes washers, or washing machines, are one of the most common household appliances that you’ll encounter as an appliance repair technician. By understanding the underlying theory of operation, principles of safe installation, and the mechanical, electrical, and gas components of traditional top-loading and high-efficiency washers, you’ll have the tools necessary to successfully troubleshoot and repair these appliances.
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- Define the basics of clothes washer operation, safety, installation, and care
- Identify the components of clothes washers and how to troubleshoot them
Ovens, ranges, and cooktops are essential appliances in any customer's kitchen. As an appliance repair technician, you'll have the opportunity to work with all of these appliances. By understanding the theory of operation for ranges, ovens and cooktops, the mechanical, electrical, and gas components, and the principles for safely installing these appliances, you'll have the knowledge necessary to successfully troubleshoot any issues that may arise for your customers.
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- Define the basics of operation, safety, installation, and care for ranges, ovens, and cooktops
- Identify the components of ranges, ovens, and cooktops and how to troubleshoot problems
While you may not find a dishwasher in every home, dishwashers are extremely common appliances that you'll encounter frequently as an appliance repair technician. It's important to understand the theory of operation and how to install them safely. Armed with the knowledge of the mechanical and electrical components of a dishwasher, you'll have the skills to troubleshoot common problems that affect dishwashers.
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- Define the basics of clothes washer operation, safety, installation, and care
- Identify the components of clothes washers and how to troubleshoot problems