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Ohm’s Law Calculator: A Crucial Tool for Appliance Repair

Ohm’s Law Calculator: A Crucial Tool for Appliance Repair

Ohm’s Law Calculator


Using the Ohm’s Law Calculator

To use the Ohm’s Law Calculator, follow these simple steps:

  1. Enter known values into any two input fields (Voltage, Current, Resistance, or Power).
  2. Optionally, you can select different units from the dropdown menus for each input field.
  3. Click the “Calculate” button to compute the remaining values.
  4. The calculator will automatically calculate and display the missing values based on Ohm’s Law.

For example, if you know the Voltage (V) and Current (I) in a circuit, enter those values into their respective fields, then click “Calculate” to find the Resistance (R) and Power (P). Similarly, you can enter any other combination of two known values to find the remaining two values.

Understanding Ohm’s Law: A Crucial Tool for DIY Appliance Repair

When it comes to DIY appliance repair, having a solid understanding of the fundamentals of electricity is essential. Among these fundamentals, one principle stands out as particularly crucial: Ohm’s Law. Named after the German physicist Georg Simon Ohm, this law forms the backbone of electrical engineering and is indispensable for troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of household appliances, including ranges, ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, washers, and dryers.

What is Ohm’s Law?

At its core, Ohm’s Law describes the relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in an electrical circuit. It is often summarized by the formula:

V = I × R

Where:

  • V represents voltage, measured in volts (V).
  • I represents current, measured in amperes (A).
  • R represents resistance, measured in ohms (Ω).

In simpler terms, Ohm’s Law tells us that the voltage across a resistor in an electrical circuit is directly proportional to the current flowing through it, and inversely proportional to the resistance of the resistor.

Application in DIY Appliance Repair

Understanding Ohm’s Law can be incredibly beneficial when troubleshooting and repairing household appliances. Here’s how it applies to various scenarios:

  • Heating Elements in Ranges and Ovens: Heating elements in electric ranges and ovens are essentially resistors that generate heat when current flows through them. By applying Ohm’s Law, you can measure the resistance of a heating element (with the power disconnected) and determine if it is faulty. A significant deviation from the expected resistance indicates a problem with the heating element.
  • Motor Troubleshooting in Dishwashers, Washers, and Dryers: Motors in appliances like dishwashers, washers, and dryers rely on the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance. By measuring these parameters, you can diagnose motor issues such as worn-out brushes, damaged windings, or faulty connections.
  • Compressor Diagnosis in Refrigerators: Refrigerators use compressors to maintain the desired temperature. Ohm’s Law can help diagnose compressor problems by assessing the resistance of the compressor windings. A deviation from the expected resistance values could indicate a compressor issue requiring repair or replacement.
  • Microwave Magnetron Testing: The magnetron in a microwave oven is responsible for generating microwave radiation. Testing the magnetron’s resistance can help determine its health. Ohm’s Law assists in analyzing the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance to identify potential faults.
  • Electrical Safety: Beyond troubleshooting, understanding Ohm’s Law is crucial for ensuring safety during appliance repair. By calculating the expected voltage, current, or resistance in a circuit, you can anticipate potential hazards and take appropriate precautions, such as wearing insulated gloves and disconnecting power sources.

Conclusion

In the realm of appliance repair, Ohm’s Law serves as a powerful tool for diagnosing problems and identifying faulty components. By mastering this fundamental principle, you equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle a wide range of appliance issues confidently. Whether you’re dealing with a malfunctioning range, a washer that won’t run, or a refrigerator that won’t cool, Ohm’s Law provides a reliable framework for effective troubleshooting and repair.

Armed with the understanding of Ohm’s Law, both professionals and DIY enthusiasts can embark on appliance repair projects with greater confidence, efficiency, and safety.

How to Use the Serial Number on Your GE Appliance to Determine Its Age

If you’re wondering how old your GE appliance is, you can determine its age by using the serial number. Each GE appliance has a unique serial number that contains information about the appliance, including the month and year of manufacture.

In this post, we’ll walk you through how to decode your GE appliance’s serial number to determine its age. We’ll use the examples from Eric’s video to illustrate the process.

Step 1: Locate your appliance’s model tag

Before you can decode your appliance’s serial number, you’ll need to locate its model tag. The model tag is a small metal or plastic plate that is typically located on the appliance in a safe but easy to find location. If you’re having trouble locating the tag, you can use our model number locator for common tag locations.

Step 2: Determine the month of manufacture

The first character of the serial number indicates the month in which the appliance was manufactured. Use GE’s Appliance Manufacture Date Code Chart to determine the corresponding month. For example, if the first character of your appliance’s serial number is ‘D’, it was manufactured in February.

Step 3: Determine the year of manufacture

The second character of the serial number indicates the years during which the appliance may have been manufactured. Use GE’s Appliance Manufacture Date Code Chart to determine the possible years. For example, if the second character of your appliance’s serial number is ‘R’, it could have been manufactured in 2020, 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, or 1958.

Step 4: Use the owner’s manual to narrow down the year

To narrow down which year your appliance was manufactured, you’ll need to reference the owner’s manual. Look for a date on the bottom of the first or last page. If you don’t have a physical copy of the manual, you can find a digital version on GE’s website using your appliance’s model number.

Match up the year from the owner’s manual to the closest year in the chart. For example, if the date listed in your owner’s manual is 11-22 and the second character of your appliance’s serial number is ‘R’, the closest year in the chart is 2020. This indicates that your appliance was manufactured in February of 2020.

Examples

Let’s run through a few examples using the information from Eric’s video.

Example 1: GE Microwave

Serial Number: D S

Month: February

Possible Years: 2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, or 1959

Date Listed in Owner’s Manual: 11-08

Closest Year in Chart: 2009

This indicates that this microwave was manufactured in February of 2009.

Example 2: GE Stove

Serial Number: H A

Month: May

Possible Years: 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1944

Date Listed in Owner’s Manual: 01-09

Closest Year in Chart: 2013

This indicates that this stove was manufactured in May of 2013.

Example 3: Older GE Stove

Serial Number: A H

Month: January

Possible Years: 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1951

Date Listed in Owner’s Manual: 03-93

This indicates that this stove was manufactured in January of 1993.

Conclusion

Decoding your GE appliance’s serial number is a simple process that can help you determine its age. By using GE’s Appliance Manufacture Date Code Chart and the information from your appliance’s model tag and owner’s manual, you can easily determine when your appliance was made.

Who Made My Sears Kenmore Appliance

Kenmore is a popular appliance brand sold by Sears.  Sears does not manufacture any of the appliances themselves, instead they source that out and have other manufacturers make their appliances for them.  You can easily decode the model number of the appliance to tell you who made your Kenmore appliance.

The first three digits in a Kenmore model can will tell you who manufactured the appliance for Sears.  For example model number 110.45862400, the first three digits are 110 so that would tell you that Whirlpool manufactured the appliance.  Some of the more common appliance manufacturers Sears uses is Whirlpool, Frigidaire, LG, and GE. If you are looking for parts for your Kenmore appliance your can search for the model number in the search box at the top of the page.

Prefix Manufacturer Prefix Manufacturer
103 Roper 629 Jenn Air
106 Whirlpool 647 Roper
110 Whirlpool 651 Speed Queen
119 Frigidaire 664 Whirlpool
143 SFS Corp. (Sanyo/Fisher) 665 Whirlpool
144 Trane 666 KitchenAid
155 Preway 683 Philco
174 Caloric 719 Tappan (Frigidaire)
175 In-Sink-Erator 721 Goldstar (LG Electronics)
198 Whirlpool 747 Litton
233 Broan 757 Marvel, Imperial
253 Gibson (Frigidaire) 789 Defience
274 RCA 790 WCI (Frigidaire)
278 Roper 791 Tappan (Frigidaire)
292 Lennox 795 LG ( Refrigerators )
335 Amana 796 LG (Laundry)
336 Electrolux 835 Roper
342 York 840 Friedrich
362 GE 850 Whirlpool (Chambers)
363 GE 867 Keeprite
401 Samsung 879 Rheem/Ruud
416 Carrier 911 Roper
417 Kelvinator (Frigidaire) 917 Roper (Whirlpool)
464 GE 925 Maycor (Maytag)
473 Hoover 934 Hitachi
484 Fedders, Whirlpool 960 Caloric
562 Toshiba 970 Frigidaire
564 Sanyo C106. Inglis
565 Sanyo C110. Inglis
566 Sanyo C362. Camco
568 Panisonic C363. Camco
575 Sharp C646. Admiral (Inglis)
580 Goldstar (LG Electronics) C675. Woods
586 Panisonic C880. Admiral (Inglis)
587 DM (Frigidaire) C933. Kelvinator (Before 1970)
596 Amana C938. Keeprite
622 Kelvinator (Frigidaire) C970. Kelvinator (1970+)
628 Kelvinator (Frigidaire) C978. Camco

Samung DA97-15217D Ice Maker Removal Instructions

Posted on May 13, 2015

Listed below are the step by step instructions for removing Samsung ice maker assembly part number DA97-15217A.

1. When pressing the Energy-Saver and the Fridge buttons on the Display together for 8 seconds at the same time, it will convert to the Test Mode and the entire Display function will be off.
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2. When pressing any button within 15 seconds after it is shifted to the Test Mode, its function will change in the following order.  Manual operation1(FF) Manual operation2(0F-r) –> manual defrost of fresh food compartments(rd) –> manual defrost of fresh and freezer compartments(fd) –> cancel(Display all off).  Set unit to Fd for 5 minutes.  This will allow for easy removal of the ice maker.
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3. While pressing the tab on the top right side, lift up the Ice Bucket and pull it out.
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4. Remove the screw from the Wire Housing Cover.
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5. Remove the Wire Housing Cover.
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6. Disconnect the Ice Maker Housing Connector.
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7. Remove the screw from the Duct Tray-ice.
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8. With a flat blade screwdriver, push the duct to the right and remove it from the locking tab.
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9. With a flat blade screwdriver, pry down on the refrigerant tube to separate it from the bottom of the ice maker.
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10.  Push down the refrigerant pipe slightly and separate the refrigerant pipe and the Ice Maker Assembly completely.
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11. While pressing the Hook, pull out the Ice Maker.
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12.  While pushing down the Duct-Tray-Ice, pull out the Ice Maker carefully and remove it.  *When removing the Ice Maker, be careful not to damage the grommets on the tray or the refrigerant tube (refer to the dotted circles in the picture below).
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If you find that you have a bad ice maker, you can purchase one from our online store by clicking the link below.

Ice Maker – Part Number DA97-15217D (PD00037355)

This is maker is found on these model refrigerators:

RF25HMEDBBC, RF25HMEDBSR, RF25HMEDBWW, RF263BEAEBC, RF263BEAESP, RF263BEAESR, RF263BEAEWW, RF263TEAEBC, RF263TEAESP, RF263TEAESR, RF263TEAEWW, RF28HDEDBSR, RF28HDEDTSR, RF28HFEDBBC, RF28HFEDBSR, RF28HFEDBWW, RF28HFEDTBC, RF28HFEDTSR, RF28HFEDTWW, RF28HMEDBBC, RF28HMEDBSR, RF28HMEDBWW, RF28HMELBSR, RF30HBEDBSR, RF30HDEDTSR, RF31FMEDBBC, RF31FMEDBSR, RF31FMEDBWW, RF31FMESBSR, RF323TEDBBC, RF323TEDBSR, RF323TEDBWW, RF32FMQDBSR, RF32FMQDBXW, RF34H9950S4, RF34H9960S4

If you have any questions, comments, or tips that will help others please post them in the comments section below.

Do I Need The DA81-01421A Ice Maker Kit?

Posted on July 11, 2014

A common question that we frequently get asked by our customers is whether they can just replace their ice maker (part number DA97-05422A), or if they need the kit that includes the ice maker and main control board (part number DA81-01421A).  Please note that the ice maker and control board kit only works with the four model numbers listed below and it does NOT work with any GE refrigerator models.

Ice Maker Symptoms

The ice maker and control board kit may take care of one or more of the following symptoms:
  • No or low ice production.
  • Ice cubes jamming between the ice tray and the liner of the refrigerator.
  • A clicking or grinding noise coming from the ice maker.

Model Numbers Affected

If your model number is one of the four models list below, then you may need to replace to replace the main control board along with the ice maker at the same time.  See below on how to check the software version.  If your model is not listed, then you already have the newer software, and the main board is not required to be replaced at the same time as the ice maker.
RF267AABP, RF267AARS, RF267AASH, RF267AAWP

Check the Main Control Board Software

To check the software version of the main control board, you will need to unplug the refrigerator and remove the cover to the main control board on the back side of the refrigerator.  On one of the main processors there will be a sticker.  If the software version is lower than 4.02 or the sticker is white in color, then you need to order the DA81-01421A kit and replace both the control board and the ice maker.  If the software version is 4.02 or higher, or the sticker is red in color, then you have a newer version main control board and it does not need to be replaced when replacing the ice maker.

Software Sticker

Where Can I Buy A Replace Ice Maker & Control Board Kit

You can buy a replacement GE or Samsung ice makers from our online store.  Please click the link below.  Parts Dr always has the lowest prices for new O.E.M. replacement parts.

Ice Maker & Control Board Kit – DA81-01421A
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Ice Maker – DA97-05422A (Same Ice Maker as included in the above kit, but without main control board)

Questions Or Comments?
If have any questions or comments please post them in the comments section below.

How To Remove Samsung IMC701 DA97-05422A Ice Maker

Removing and installing a new Samsung DA97-05422A (IMC701) ice maker on a french door refrigerator is a pretty easy task.  This ice maker will often fail and make a clicking noise when it breaks.  First unplug the refrigerator.  Then remove the screw on the left, this will allow you to pull off the side panel and unplug the connector that goes to the ice maker.  Next pull the locking tab down on the ice maker while pulling the ice maker towards you.  This will release it.  Re-install the new ice maker in the reverse order.

*Note, this ice maker has the letters IMC701 written on the bottom.  Parts are not available for this ice maker separately, if something breaks, the whole ice maker must be replaced

If you have a bad ice maker and need to purchase a new one, click the link below:

DA97-05422A Ice Maker (7 Cube Ice Maker)

 

Whirlpool Appliance Age – Serial Number Decoder

Posted on July 2, 2011

In order to find the age of a Whirlpool built appliance you will need the serial number from the appliance.  Since Whirlpool manufactures appliances under many different names, this may work with some of these brand names also:

Whirlpool, Kenmore (Sears), Maytag (Newer models), Kitchen Aid, Estate, Inglis, Roper, Amana, Jenn Air, Crosley and more.

Please do not contact our company for assistance trying to determine the age of your appliance as we will be unable to help.  If the information on this page does not answer your question please contact the manufacture directly for futher assistance.

Serial Number Example:

CR3949348

1st Digit: Where the appliance was manufactured. C = Clyde, OH.

2nd Digit: Year Manufactured.  R = 2004

3rd & 4th Digit: Week the appliance was manufactured.  39 = 39th week of the year.

5th-9th Digit: Manufacture order that week

See the charts below for the year codes:

Whirlpool Model Number Codes
A letter in the model number indicates the year the model was introduced. Please note that the year the model was introduced to NOT indicate the production date. For models 1981 and older you will reference the 2nd character in the model number, and on models produced after 1981 you will reference the 8th character in the model number. Please reference the charts below for the year codes:

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