<![CDATA[Newell Gurus - Appliances]]> https://newellgurus.com/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:51:57 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Dometic DN1070 icemaker leak]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8776 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:40:58 +0000 dannymarilyn]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8776
The hardware guy recommended a house standard stainless braided 1/4" rubber lined ice maker line.
The part number was a 121M72 for the 72" line that I bought.  The problem is the new connections will not go through the old line holes.

I ordered a Harfington sheet metal hole punch 28.3 mm from Amazon for about $21, and removed the fan from the cabinet.  Five screws out will free the whole fan, unplug the wires and remove the fan and housing.  Remove the old plastic insulator and insert the hole punch bolt, thread the end of the punch on the bolt and tighten.  A racheting 18 mm wrench fits nicely into the cavity to tighten the punch until the hole is enlarged.  Three 3/4" grommets with the outside grooves filled with silicone were installed in the three newly enlarged holes.  There is a hole in the back cabinet metal, the one under the fan and the one in the front where the line goes to the water valve.  The 18mm wrench will fit in all three spots.

Rubber gloves are good when slipping the siliconed grommets into the enlarged sheetmetal holes.  In addition, I bought a piece of clear plastic tubing just big enough to allow the braided hose connections to slide through.  The size for me just barely fit through the rubber grommets.  That should stop water line chafing permanently. (The end of the waterline is just wrapped into the unit so it is not on the floor.)
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The hardware guy recommended a house standard stainless braided 1/4" rubber lined ice maker line.
The part number was a 121M72 for the 72" line that I bought.  The problem is the new connections will not go through the old line holes.

I ordered a Harfington sheet metal hole punch 28.3 mm from Amazon for about $21, and removed the fan from the cabinet.  Five screws out will free the whole fan, unplug the wires and remove the fan and housing.  Remove the old plastic insulator and insert the hole punch bolt, thread the end of the punch on the bolt and tighten.  A racheting 18 mm wrench fits nicely into the cavity to tighten the punch until the hole is enlarged.  Three 3/4" grommets with the outside grooves filled with silicone were installed in the three newly enlarged holes.  There is a hole in the back cabinet metal, the one under the fan and the one in the front where the line goes to the water valve.  The 18mm wrench will fit in all three spots.

Rubber gloves are good when slipping the siliconed grommets into the enlarged sheetmetal holes.  In addition, I bought a piece of clear plastic tubing just big enough to allow the braided hose connections to slide through.  The size for me just barely fit through the rubber grommets.  That should stop water line chafing permanently. (The end of the waterline is just wrapped into the unit so it is not on the floor.)
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]]> <![CDATA[Seaward Stove G2247 Manual]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8368 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:39:21 +0000 hypoxia]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8368 <![CDATA[Splendide Washer/Dryer Combo]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8337 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:50:32 +0000 Latitude 28]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8337 On our current coach our Splendide Washer/Dryer combo unit was making a loud banging noise during the spin cycle. The unit was level and all attachments were tied back and nothing was touching the unit. After removing it from the coach and investigating the WD unit found the attachment bolts on the concrete counterweight loose. Once tight the machine is back to sounding new. I removed the unit from the coach but one could build a platform to slide the WD unit clear of the cabinet and remove the top (two screws) to gain access to these bolts.  I have never had this happen to any of our machines over the years so this was a first for me.  
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]]> On our current coach our Splendide Washer/Dryer combo unit was making a loud banging noise during the spin cycle. The unit was level and all attachments were tied back and nothing was touching the unit. After removing it from the coach and investigating the WD unit found the attachment bolts on the concrete counterweight loose. Once tight the machine is back to sounding new. I removed the unit from the coach but one could build a platform to slide the WD unit clear of the cabinet and remove the top (two screws) to gain access to these bolts.  I have never had this happen to any of our machines over the years so this was a first for me.  
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]]> <![CDATA[new fridge lock]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8327 Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:39:54 +0000 encantotom]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8327
they have different versions for all different door types.  

tom

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they have different versions for all different door types.  

tom

https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/5065F...f_=ast_bln
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]]> <![CDATA[Amana refrigerator quit cooling]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8264 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 20:18:02 +0000 Pluto]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8264
The issue we're having with finding a new replacement is that our cut out is only 69 inches high and it seems most new refrigerators are between 70 and 72 inches tall. 

We have a drawer under the frig cut out that holds cutting boards, sheet pans and such that I may be be able to modify in order to accommodate the taller refrigerators. 

Has anyone had to lower the base where the refrigerator mounts in order to fit a taller model? 

It doesn't look like it will be difficult but I could be wrong.

Thanks
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The issue we're having with finding a new replacement is that our cut out is only 69 inches high and it seems most new refrigerators are between 70 and 72 inches tall. 

We have a drawer under the frig cut out that holds cutting boards, sheet pans and such that I may be be able to modify in order to accommodate the taller refrigerators. 

Has anyone had to lower the base where the refrigerator mounts in order to fit a taller model? 

It doesn't look like it will be difficult but I could be wrong.

Thanks
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]]> <![CDATA[Dometic DN 1070 ice maker]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8178 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 01:30:07 +0000 dannymarilyn]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8178
If the unit is still cooling, but leaking water, or making bad ice, or no ice, he has a good solution. He identified the ice maker itself as a Whirlpool made item. Our coach, a 1991 # 277's ice maker had 1989 date on it. It was leaking water and making bad ice, sometimes.

My repairman installed a new Whirlpool part # 1129313 ice maker which includes a new water valve. You'll need thermo-conductive mastic or RTV to seat the ice maker on the cold plate. You do have to butt splice the harness together. You'll use the old connector and part of the harness with part of one of the new harnesses provided to fabricate the new connector harness. He said to just match the colors, green to green, white to white etc. The new harness will slip in from the rear and plug right into the new maker in the box.

Now, lots of ice and NO water in the ice box! Just clean ice.

What happens is the gearbox on the motor will shed a tooth or two and the cam will just stop moving which may keep the water flowing, or the heater on, or just stop all actions. In any event, the new ice maker will correct that all of those problems.

He ordered from a parts place in Chicago.

If you have cooling problems, I think he said the compressors are still made in Brazil.

Nice to have ice!

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If the unit is still cooling, but leaking water, or making bad ice, or no ice, he has a good solution. He identified the ice maker itself as a Whirlpool made item. Our coach, a 1991 # 277's ice maker had 1989 date on it. It was leaking water and making bad ice, sometimes.

My repairman installed a new Whirlpool part # 1129313 ice maker which includes a new water valve. You'll need thermo-conductive mastic or RTV to seat the ice maker on the cold plate. You do have to butt splice the harness together. You'll use the old connector and part of the harness with part of one of the new harnesses provided to fabricate the new connector harness. He said to just match the colors, green to green, white to white etc. The new harness will slip in from the rear and plug right into the new maker in the box.

Now, lots of ice and NO water in the ice box! Just clean ice.

What happens is the gearbox on the motor will shed a tooth or two and the cam will just stop moving which may keep the water flowing, or the heater on, or just stop all actions. In any event, the new ice maker will correct that all of those problems.

He ordered from a parts place in Chicago.

If you have cooling problems, I think he said the compressors are still made in Brazil.

Nice to have ice!

deg]]> <![CDATA[Amana fridge going away]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8114 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 20:29:53 +0000 B Humberstone]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8114 Bruce]]> Bruce]]> <![CDATA[How to wire 120v induction]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8037 Sat, 15 Jun 2024 01:08:28 +0000 360]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=8037
Also want to figure out if it can be run via inverter?

And no, current cooktop did not cause almost fire…the idiot who had a burner knob set on 9 with a closed lid did.  It was almost a bad deal.  Thankfully Corian has a high combustion point. Finding a piece of 20 year old bone colored Corian hat been the toughest part.
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Also want to figure out if it can be run via inverter?

And no, current cooktop did not cause almost fire…the idiot who had a burner knob set on 9 with a closed lid did.  It was almost a bad deal.  Thankfully Corian has a high combustion point. Finding a piece of 20 year old bone colored Corian hat been the toughest part.
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]]> <![CDATA[Sharp Carousel Microwave Replacement]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7536 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:26:09 +0000 Jeff@ginosgarageusa.com]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7536 https://youtu.be/LKEVXvcyZFw?si=euoUrEN-cRdWkMgK]]> https://youtu.be/LKEVXvcyZFw?si=euoUrEN-cRdWkMgK]]> <![CDATA[Fisher & Paykel dishwasher Repair]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7533 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 10:44:05 +0000 hbens]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7533 I went to the dealer I purchased it from and spoke with their well respected parts counter person. She recommended I replace the power controller, MOD WASH Controller, and the knock sensor to the tune of $350-$400. Her lead times were about 3 weeks. Then told me I should replace the entire dishwasher because after something like this there will be phantom failures. That would be at least $1,000.

I read the reviews of the power controller board on a site that sold parts many F&P replacement parts. One person mentioned they had a power event like mine and replacing just this board fixed it. So I ordered the board for $179 plus tax and had it in a couple of days. The install was easy after I realized I had to retract the sliders before attaching the front panel back on.

Power Controller on Amazon]]> I went to the dealer I purchased it from and spoke with their well respected parts counter person. She recommended I replace the power controller, MOD WASH Controller, and the knock sensor to the tune of $350-$400. Her lead times were about 3 weeks. Then told me I should replace the entire dishwasher because after something like this there will be phantom failures. That would be at least $1,000.

I read the reviews of the power controller board on a site that sold parts many F&P replacement parts. One person mentioned they had a power event like mine and replacing just this board fixed it. So I ordered the board for $179 plus tax and had it in a couple of days. The install was easy after I realized I had to retract the sliders before attaching the front panel back on.

Power Controller on Amazon]]> <![CDATA[Sub-Zero Freezer Evaporator Defrost Heater Replacement 700TCI-3]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7515 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:49:56 +0000 hypoxia]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7515
Tools needed, 4mm Allen wrench, long Phillips #2 screwdriver, longnose pilers.  Maintenance manual is excellent with one exception.  The evaporator screws had to be removed to allow the new heater bottom end and the brown wire to go under the evaporator.
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Tools needed, 4mm Allen wrench, long Phillips #2 screwdriver, longnose pilers.  Maintenance manual is excellent with one exception.  The evaporator screws had to be removed to allow the new heater bottom end and the brown wire to go under the evaporator.
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]]> <![CDATA[amana fridge replacement]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7486 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:51:15 +0000 rvguy]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7486 <![CDATA[Sub-Zero 700TCI-3 Slow Failure and Repair]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7327 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:17:21 +0000 hypoxia]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7327
FWIW, the parts ordering process;  The local Sub-Zero repair shop had zero stock but would order one for about $200 over sticker price with a delivery in about a month.  WCP Distributing is the West coast supplier, they also had zero stock.  The Sub-Zero/Wolf/Cove website has a search engine for service and parts locator.  I put in a Midwest zip code and came up with Midwest Parts Distributing.  I called Midwest, they had the part but Sub-Zero licensing allows sales only in their region.  I called WCP who then after checking with Midwest took the order and had Midwest drop ship directly to me.

https://www.subzero-wolf.com/locator#zip...vice-parts
https://www.wcpdistributing.com/distribu...de=4204380

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FWIW, the parts ordering process;  The local Sub-Zero repair shop had zero stock but would order one for about $200 over sticker price with a delivery in about a month.  WCP Distributing is the West coast supplier, they also had zero stock.  The Sub-Zero/Wolf/Cove website has a search engine for service and parts locator.  I put in a Midwest zip code and came up with Midwest Parts Distributing.  I called Midwest, they had the part but Sub-Zero licensing allows sales only in their region.  I called WCP who then after checking with Midwest took the order and had Midwest drop ship directly to me.

https://www.subzero-wolf.com/locator#zip...vice-parts
https://www.wcpdistributing.com/distribu...de=4204380

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.pdf Parts Sub-Zero 700TCI-3.pdf Size: 2.5 MB  Downloads: 13

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]]> <![CDATA[New refrigerator]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7132 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 23:01:18 +0000 Jack Houpe]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=7132
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]]> <![CDATA[Refrigerator not cooling on generator]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=6830 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:06:10 +0000 B and C]]> https://newellgurus.com/showthread.php?tid=6830 ]]> ]]>