Appliance Component Testing - Part 1 | Repair and Replace

What are the basic types of components in appliances? How do I test appliance components with a multimeter? In this episode of Repair and Replace, Vance explains the basic types of components in appliance. You'll also learn how to do a continuity test on fuses, heating elements and thermistors using a multimeter. You'll learn about the difference between load and non-load components, and some of the normal resistance ranges for different components. All appliances are made up of some basic circuits and components. Understanding these components can help you troubleshoot your appliances.

Learn more in these videos:

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00:00 Intro
01:06 Continuity Testing
02:35 Component Types
04:28 Fuses
05:32 Heating Elements & Ignitors
06:29 Thermistors
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[bettyyoung]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! This information is priceless! You cannot believe how many appliances are simply thrown away because the average consumer does not have basic knowledge of how these basic electrical components work. The cost to have the repairman to fix is cost prohibitive!
So far we’ve fixed a Bosch washer, a 17 year old microwave, and our 25 year old refrigerator! Current trying to fix another refrigerator with a possible bad thermostat.

[kellymcdowell]

I Love that you show us the symbols for electricity and components. I was also amazed that you took the time to acknowledge me in the multimeter episode even when this series started 4 years ago

[herobandar]

The best graphic display for learning.

[vitalknife_]

Thank you for these videos. I'm a new kitchen manager and these are priceless.

[prasadink]

Very informative.. i watched all series.. thankyou very much ✌️✌️💪

[hithere]

This was great thank you. I have my multimeter coming in today. I suspect its the Thermistor.

[alfypierri]

I love this videos. Keep it up. I've learnt so much from you. Thank you

[thomasbyles]

Thank you, this video is just the ticket to my new career. Onto part 2…

[chuongvu]

great informations, and tutorials videos ! great Job !

[juliedavis]

Great information! I'm struggling to figure out the specific part on an LG washer control board that left black soot close to the heatsink. How do I determine if it was a relay, a resistor, a fuse, or the heatsink that went bad? A new control board is $225 for my front-load LG washer. I would much rather replace a piece on the control board for $20 or less if possible. Your video was very informative about using the multimeter for testing various parts. I'm wondering if there is a way to test the heatsink? The LG washer control boards have a thick silicone-type apoxy coating poured over the parts. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I just don't have the funds to replace the control board right now. Much less a new washing machine. Plz help!!!

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Is there a difference between continuity and resistance, or is that just how you test both.

[RadhadaniteBabylonian]

Greetings AMRE and thanks for this great video. One of my stove's heater elements does not hold its heat at a static temperature. I have it set for #3 on the heat dial and the coil gets red hot and I need to shut off the element and then turn it back on to restart the element. Any suggestions on what this is?

[HOTRODRICO]

not to be a jerk but continuity is the next setting on the dial (one down from the Ohms on this dmm with the multiple lines), you will hear an audible beep if it has continuity and no sound if there's an "open" (no continuity)... peace, great videos, thanks