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Clothes stick to the dryer because of static electricity that builds up during the drying cycle. The friction between the clothes and the dryer drum causes static charges to accumulate, leading to the clothes clinging to the drum or to each other. Using dryer sheets or dryer balls can help reduce static and prevent clothes from sticking.

Yes, an electric kettle can catch fire if it is allowed to boil dry. When there is no water in the kettle to absorb the heat produced by the heating element, the kettle can overheat and potentially ignite the surrounding materials. It is important to always ensure there is an adequate amount of water in the kettle when it is being used.

An AC system is a refrigeration system just like your refrigerator, it operates by changing the physical state of a refrigerant via evaporation to remove heat and condensing to reject the heat removed out doors.

Upon a call for cooling from the thermostat, a 24 volt signal is sent to the AC unit outside where it energizes a electromagnetic relay called a contactor, it pulls the normally open switch closed just as an electromagnet picks up scrap metal in a scrap yard, The electrical current creates a powerful magnetic field that sucks the normally open switch closed, this sends 230 volts to the compressor which begins to run.

A cool ,low pressure vapor is pulled into the compressor from the evaporator coil, it will be approximately 70 psi and 40F degrees, if using R 22 refrigerant.

As it may be 100F or more outdoors, the compressor must bump up the cool low pressure vapor up to a hot high pressure vapor, it will pump it up to about 30F degrees above the outdoor ambient temperature, this is so that regardless of how hot it may get out side, the refrigerant is hotter, thus able to reject heat to the relatively cooler out door air, thus condensing the vapor refrigerant into a liquid refrigerant that is still hot but a high pressure liquid.

The hot high pressure liquid is sub cooled to about 15F degrees below the condensing temperature

That will be about 125 F @ 270 psi, again if using R 22 refrigerant.

The hot high pressure liquid refrigerant is then sent to the metering device, this is what delineates the hot high pressure side from the cold low pressure side.

Imagine you have a mouth full of water and a straw in your mouth, if you blew hard the water will spray out the end of the straw and upon exiting the straw the liquid refrigerant "boils" changes state liquid to vapor just as boiling a pot of water boils or changes state if raised above 220F at sea level 14.7 psi atmospheric pressure.

The clod low pressure vapor exits the evaporator coil and is sucked into the compressor for the next trip around and around evaporating and condensing the refrigerant to remove heat and to then reject heat.

A common reason for a washing machine leaking water while filling up is a faulty water inlet valve. This valve may be damaged or not properly sealing, causing water to leak out during the fill cycle. Another potential cause could be a loose hose connection or a cracked hose, which may need to be replaced to stop the leakage.

When the washer is agitating or spinning, the spring allows the tub to move yet keep under control from the vibrations. It it were mounted firmly, the washing machine would bounce all over and the transmission would soon wear out. The spring(s) act as shock absorbers.

One watt is 0.001 kilowatt. 65 watts is 0.065 kilowatts. It does not matter what the voltage is - watts are watts.

In an average home in North America the oven and range are fed from a 40 amp breaker. As the appliances are 240 volt this will allow the appliances to be in the 240 x 40 = 9600 x 80% loading = 7680 watt range.

A bimetallic strip is a strip made from 2 different metals. It is designed to bend one way if it is warm and the other way if it is cold. The hotter it gets, the more it bends. In any thermostat, the electrical contacts bend apart as the target temperature is reached. The only difference between a heating thermostat and a cooling thermostat is which side of the bimetallic strip faces the other contact. In a heating appliance, the thermostat knob turns a screw to add resistance to the motion of the contacts so they must get hotter to separate as the screw is tightened. So the tighter the screw is turned, the hotter the appliance is allowed to get before the contacts separate.

No, it is not necessary to wash your washing machine after using bleach in it. Bleach is a cleaning agent that helps disinfect and sanitize the machine. Just be sure to run an extra rinse cycle after using bleach to ensure there is no residue left behind.

The answer is entirely dependent upon the layout of your home, and how far away the nearest gas line is from where your stove is. You're going to have to pay a plumber with a gas ticket to do the work, probably a per-hour rate. They'll need to shut your gas off, 'T' off the existing pipe and run a line to your stove. The amount of time it takes will also be dependent on whether they're working in a finished space or whether maybe your basement is unfinished. Easy access = less time = lower installation cost.

Call in a couple of plumbers to give you quotes.

To sell your washer and dryer, clean them thoroughly inside and out, take high-quality photos, and write a detailed description highlighting their features and condition. Share the listing on online platforms like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or local classified ads. Respond promptly to inquiries, negotiate a fair price with potential buyers, and arrange for pick-up or delivery.

It is generally safe to use a 230V 50Hz appliance in a 220V 60Hz outlet, as the difference in frequency should not significantly affect the operation. Make sure to check if the appliance is dual voltage compatible and be cautious of potential power surges or overheating. However, it is always recommended to use a voltage converter or transformer for long-term use to prevent any damage to the appliance.

Sensible heat and latent heat are the two types of heat removed by the evaporator coil in the air conditioning process. Sensible heat is the heat that can be measured with a thermometer, while latent heat is the heat needed to change the state of a substance without changing its temperature.

The ingredients inside a lava lamp are generally considered non-toxic, such as water, wax, and a heat source. However, if a lava lamp breaks or leaks, it is best to avoid direct contact with the liquid as it could cause skin irritation. It's always a good idea to handle broken lava lamps carefully and clean up any spills promptly.

Power use of an electrical appliance is calculated by finding its rating in watts. The formula is W = I x E. Watts = Amps x Volts.

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Power is a general term. If you want to know how much you pay to power a certain appliance you need to figure out the amperage of the appliance, (usually located on the appliance itself or in the instructions). Power companies use kilowatt hours to charge you for electricity, to figure out how many kilowatt hours your appliance uses you would need to multiply the amperage your appliance uses by .115 and that would give you the kilowatts it is using. Then you would multiply that by how many hours you use said appliance and then multiply by your cost per kilowatt hour, (found on your electric bill).

Yes. It is the moisture from the clothes and what little lint the filter doesn't pick up that you are venting. If you don't vent it outside the moisture could lead to fungus buildup and other not nice things in your walls, ceilings, etc. Not to mention the huge amount of moisture (condensation/sweating) could build up on the appliances and cause a possible electrical short.

A dryer needs four wires for proper operation and safety because it requires two hot wires, one neutral wire, and one ground wire. The ground wire helps protect against electrical shocks and ensures proper functioning of the appliance. It is a standard requirement to have all four wires for dryer installations to meet safety regulations.

YES. NEVER stick a metel fork into the asperture to retrieve your toast. There is a very real danger of electrocution if you do.

R1 to R4 chemicals are typically used for disinfection, degreasing, and general cleaning purposes. R6 chemicals are solvents used for specific cleaning purposes, such as removing paint or adhesive residues. It's important to follow proper safety guidelines and instructions when using these chemicals.

There is no cooper in a washer or dryer, but they both contain small amounts of copper. Maybe between the both dependig on age they may contain a few ounces or so. The motoers are worth about 2$ or 3$ whole. Might make a few dollars more if you tore them apart but that could take hours and requires tools