Terms of Service
Terms of Service
By using this site you agree to the terms below. They cover how the reference content may be used and the limits of that content.
Reference use only
The guides and notes on this site are general reference material about basic appliance maintenance. They are not professional, electrical or safety advice and are not a substitute for a manufacturer's manual or a qualified technician's judgement.
Safety disclaimer
Appliance maintenance can involve electrical shock, water damage, gas, sharp parts and, in sealed systems, refrigerant. Several of these are regulated trades in Canada. Always unplug an appliance or switch off its circuit and shut relevant supply lines before inspection. You are responsible for working within your ability and for following local codes and the manufacturer's instructions. Where a guide says to stop and call a technician, treat that as the limit of self-service.
No warranty
The content is provided as is, without warranty of any kind. While the guides aim to be accurate and avoid invented figures, appliances vary by make, model and age, and no guarantee is made that a described check applies to a specific unit.
Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, the operators of this site are not liable for any loss, injury or damage arising from use of the content, including any attempt to inspect or repair an appliance.
Intellectual property
Text on this site is its original work and may not be republished wholesale without permission. Photographs are from Wikimedia Commons under their respective Creative Commons licences and remain the property of their authors.
External links
External references are provided for convenience. The site does not control and is not responsible for the content of third-party pages.
Changes
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