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Common Tools Needed for Appliance Repair

Before you open up your appliance, make sure you have the right tools for the job. Having the proper equipment on hand makes diagnosing and replacing parts much easier and safer. Here are the most common tools needed for different types of household appliances.

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Refrigerator

  • Digital Multimeter
  • 1/4" & 5/16" Nut Drivers
  • Flathead & Phillips Screwdrivers
  • Putty Knife
  • Work Gloves

Washing Machine

  • Digital Multimeter
  • Adjustable Wrench
  • Slip-Joint Pliers
  • Screwdriver Set
  • Socket Set (Metric & SAE)

Dryer

  • Digital Multimeter
  • Putty Knife
  • Screwdriver Set
  • 1/4" & 5/16" Nut Drivers
  • Needle-Nose Pliers
  • Work Gloves

Dishwasher

  • Digital Multimeter
  • Torx Screwdriver Set
  • Adjustable Wrench
  • Towels or Rags
  • Screwdriver Set

Oven & Range

  • Digital Multimeter
  • Screwdriver Set
  • Nut Driver Set
  • Oven Thermometer
  • Needle-Nose Pliers

Microwave

  • Digital Multimeter
  • Phillips Screwdriver
  • Insulated Pliers
  • Putty Knife
  • Torx Security Screwdrivers

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