What’s in the Appliance Business Course

Module 1

The Secret to a 6-Figure Appliance Business

Introduction to building a profitable appliance business

1 video lesson

1. 1Welcome to the Appliance Repair Business CourseFree previewVideo3 min

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Module 2

Dryers: Gas & Electric

Fixing electric and gas dryers, picking up where Getting Started leaves off

25 written guides

1. 1How an Electric Dryer WorksWritten guide
2. 2Anatomy and Component LocationWritten guide
3. 3Electricity From ZeroWritten guide
4. 4Safety, Tools, and Professional HabitsWritten guide
5. 5Motors, Belts, and Drum SupportWritten guide
6. 6Heating Circuit and Temperature ControlsWritten guide
7. 7Airflow and VentingWritten guide
8. 8Sensors, Cycles, and ControlsWritten guide
9. 9Reading Schematics and Tech SheetsWritten guide
10. 10The Diagnostic MethodWritten guide
11. 11Electric Dryer: Won't StartWritten guide
12. 12Electric Dryer: Runs but Does Not HeatWritten guide
13. 13Takes Too Long, Gets Too Hot, or Stops EarlyWritten guide
14. 14Noise, Vibration, and Drum ProblemsWritten guide
15. 15Disassembly, Reassembly, and Common RepairsWritten guide
16. 16How a Gas Dryer DiffersWritten guide
17. 17The Gas Ignition SequenceWritten guide
18. 18Gas Supply, Combustion, and Venting SafetyWritten guide
19. 19Gas Dryer: Runs but No HeatWritten guide
20. 20Gas Dryer: Long Drying, Cycling, and OdorsWritten guide
21. 21Symptom-Based Diagnostic TreesWritten guide
22. 22Service Calls and CommunicationWritten guide
23. 23Supervised Hands-On Skill LabsWritten guide
24. 24Variations and New Dryer DesignsWritten guide
25. 25Final Review: Think Like a TechnicianWritten guide

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Module 3

Top Load Washers - Diagnosis and Repairs

Diagnosing and fixing washing machine issues

10 video lessons

1. 1Replacing a Washer Lid SwitchVideo13 min
2. 2Removing the Case of a WasherVideo2 min
3. 3Replacing the Water Pump of a Washer (Part 1)Video4 min
4. 4Replacing the Water Pump of a Washer (Part 2)Video2 min
5. 5What to Do When the Brakes Catch at the End of the Spin CycleVideo2 min
6. 6Coupler InspectionVideo1 min
7. 7How to Replace a CouplerVideo9 min
8. 8Replacing a ClutchVideo14 min
9. 9Repairing the Self-Leveling on a WasherVideo2 min
10. 10Replacing Agitator DogsVideo6 min

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Module 4

Fridges

19 written guides

1. 1How a Fridge WorksWritten guide
2. 2Opening a Fridge and Finding the PartsWritten guide
3. 3Testing if a Fridge Is CoolingWritten guide
4. 4Diagnosing Fridge Problems - IndexWritten guide
5. 5Reading the Frost on the Freezer CoilsWritten guide
6. 6Cleaning the Condenser CoilsWritten guide
7. 7Testing and Replacing the FansWritten guide
8. 8Fixing the Defrost SystemWritten guide
9. 9Testing the Start Relay and OverloadWritten guide
10. 10Warning Signs of a Sealed System ProblemWritten guide
11. 11Clearing a Clogged Defrost DrainWritten guide
12. 12Replacing a Fridge Door SealWritten guide
13. 13Fixing a Fridge That's Too ColdWritten guide
14. 14Fixing a Leaking Water LineWritten guide
15. 15Replacing a Fridge Door SwitchWritten guide
16. 16Finding and Reading the Tech SheetWritten guide
17. 17Diagnosing Ice Maker and Water Dispenser ProblemsWritten guide
18. 18Diagnosing Fridges with a Control BoardWritten guide
19. 19Repairing Side-by-Side and French Door FridgesWritten guide

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Module 5

Painting

Cleaning and painting appliances for resale

2 video lessons

1. 1How to Paint a DryerVideo7 min
2. 2How to Paint PlasticVideo1 min

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Module 6

Case Studies

Real-world repair examples

4 video lessons

1. 1Dryer BeltVideo9 min
2. 2Washer Lid SwitchVideo13 min
3. 3Washer Agitator DogsVideo6 min
4. 4Fridge Seal ReplacementVideo12 min

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Module 7

Bonus Material

Additional resources, checklists, and reference guides

2 video lessons

1. 1Appendix 8 - Making Your Own Extension CordVideo9 min
2. 2Dusty's TestimonialVideo2 min

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