Appliances

I got this new blender from Amazon to make smoothies. It was working fine at first. But now it makes a bad grinding noise when I turn it on. I think something is wrong inside. Maybe the blades are stuck or broken. I tried cleaning it out really good. I took it apart as much as I could. There was some fruit stuck in there from last time. But even after cleaning the noise is still there. It's loud and scary. I don't want to send it back yet. Maybe there's an easy fix. I read the instructions but they don't say much about noises. Has anyone had this problem? What should I do next? I just want my smoothies again without that awful sound.

Honestly... oh dear, I just bought this blender on Amazon because my old one finally gave out after 20 years and now this new one won't even turn on! I'm 64 and not too tech-savvy and you know, I mostly use Facebook to chat with my grandkids. I plugged it in, pressed the button, but nothing happens – maybe it's the outlet? I tried a different plug in the kitchen and even the living room, but still zilch. Budget's tight on my pension, so I can't afford to return it right away. Has anyone else had this problem? I read the manual, but it's all gobbledygook to me. Any simple fixes before I call customer service?

I actually recently bought this blender from Amazon to make smoothies every morning but it's been acting up. It's a high-speed model, and after just a few uses, it started making this awful grinding noise whenever I turn it on. I have a small kitchen and can't afford to replace it right away, plus I need it for my daily routine. I've tried cleaning the blades thoroughly and making sure nothing is stuck, but that didn't help. I also checked if the container is properly locked in place, yet the noise persists. Maybe it's an assembly issue or something with the motor. I don't want to return it if it's an easy fix.

I got this blender a few months ago for making smoothies every morning. It started making loud noises and shaking a lot lately. I can't afford a new one right now because money is tight. I tried cleaning it but that didn't help. Maybe something is loose inside. I looked online but the fixes seem hard. What easy steps can I try at home? I just want it to work smooth again.

My old coffee pot started dripping all over the counter this morning, and I can't figure out why. Anyone else have this happen with theirs?

I've had this coffee maker for about a month now and it started leaking water from the bottom during brewing. It's frustrating because I rely on it every morning for my daily cup, and now there's water all over the counter. I bought it on Amazon, and it's supposed to be a reliable model, but maybe I got a defective one. My kitchen space is small, so I can't afford a bulky replacement, and I need something that fits under the cabinets. I've tried cleaning the reservoir and checking the seals, but that didn't help. I also tightened all the visible parts, yet the leak persists. Budget-wise, I'm hoping for a fix rather than buying a new one since I spent a decent amount already.

I've had this blender for about a year now and it was working perfectly until last week. I use it mostly for smoothies every morning, but suddenly it started making this awful grinding noise whenever I turn it on. It's like the blades are struggling or something! I checked if there was any food stuck in there, but it looks clean. First, I tried unplugging it and plugging it back in, but that didn't help. Then I disassembled the blade part and washed everything thoroughly, thinking maybe some residue was causing it. Nope, still grinding. I even tried blending just water to see if it was the ingredients, but the noise persists! I'm worried it might be a motor issue or something more serious. Has anyone else experienced this with their blenders? I don't want to buy a new one if it's fixable. Oh, and it's one of those high-speed models from Amazon. Any tips would be great!

Honestly - I've got this new coffee maker from Amazon and it's been leaking water all over my counter every time I brew a pot! It's so frustrating because I was really excited about it! I make sure to fill it to the right level and clean it after each use, but the problem persists, maybe it's a seal issue or something.

My old coffee pot just isn't working right anymore! I think I need some simple advice on fixing it before I buy a new one.

Honestly. I got this blender from Amazon last week because I wanted to make smoothies every morning. It's supposed to be really good but now it makes this awful grinding sound when I turn it on. I checked if there's something stuck in it, but it looks clean. Maybe I put too much fruit in it or something. I'm not very good with fixing things, but I don't want to send it back yet. My mom said to read the manual, but I lost it already. I tried blending just water, and it still makes the noise. It's so annoying because I was excited to try new recipes. Last time I had a problem with a toy, my teacher helped me figure it out. But this is different. I wonder if the blades are loose or if it's broken inside. I really hope I can fix it myself. My friends at school make fun smoothies, and I want to do that too.

My coffee maker started leaking from the bottom after a few months of use. I've checked the water reservoir but can't find the issue.

Hey everyone, I've been trying to get into healthier eating lately and I thought a good blender would help with making smoothies every morning. I live in a small apartment in the city, and space is tight, so I went for this compact model I found on Amazon. It arrived yesterday, and I was super excited to try it out with some frozen berries and yogurt. But as soon as I turned it on, it started making this awful grinding sound, like metal scraping on metal. I checked the blades, and they seem fine, no visible damage or anything. I double-checked the assembly too, made sure everything was locked in place properly, but the noise persists even on the lowest setting. It's not overheating or anything, and the motor runs, but that sound is driving me nuts. Has anyone else experienced this with a similar blender? I'm wondering if it's a defect or if I'm doing something wrong. Backstory-wise, I'm a busy graphic designer who works from home, and mornings are my only time to prep meals quickly. This is my first blender in years since my old one broke during a move. I don't want to return it immediately if it's an easy fix, but I need it to work smoothly for my routine. Any tips or advice would be appreciated! Maybe I should contact the seller, but I'd love to hear from folks who've fixed this themselves.

Honestly and I've been trying to make smoothies every morning with this blender I got from Amazon but it shuts off after just a few minutes and feels really hot. It's frustrating because I followed the instructions, and now I'm worried it's defective or something. Maybe I need to check the vents or use it differently to prevent this.

Hey everyone, I've got this blender I bought a couple years ago and it's been great for smoothies but now it just won't turn on at all. I use it almost every morning, and it's super annoying because I'm trying to stick to a healthy diet with limited kitchen space in my small apartment. I've checked the outlet and tried a different one, but no luck. Also plugged it into a power strip that works with other stuff. The cord looks fine, no visible damage. I'm on a budget so I don't want to buy a new one if I can fix this. Any ideas on what might be wrong or steps to troubleshoot further?

I've had this coffee maker for about two years now and it used to work perfectly every morning. Lately, it's been acting up and not brewing a full pot, which is really messing with my routine since I rely on it for my daily caffeine fix. I tried cleaning it with vinegar like the manual suggested, but that didn't seem to help much. My kitchen space is limited, so I can't just buy a huge new one, and I need something reliable without spending a fortune. Has anyone dealt with this before? I wonder if it's the filter or maybe the water pump. The last time I attempted to descale it more thoroughly, it improved a bit but still isn't consistent. I really need advice on what to try next before I give up and replace it.

Oh dear my old blender that I've had for years suddenly started making this awful grinding noise last week when I was trying to make my morning smoothie. You know, I'm 64 and not too handy with these gadgets, but I love my fresh fruit blends every day. I've tried cleaning it out thinking maybe some pulp got stuck, but that didn't help at all. Money's a bit tight right now since I'm on a fixed income, so I can't just go buy a new one. I even unplugged it and plugged it back in, but the noise is still there. Does anyone have simple tips for fixing this without calling a repairman? I remember my late husband used to tinker with appliances, but I'm lost here. Any advice would be appreciated, friends!

My coffee maker is leaking water all over the counter. It started after I cleaned it last week. I need to know why this happens and how to fix it so I can make my morning coffee without a mess.

I have this old fridge in my kitchen that I got a few years ago. It started making weird noises last week like a buzzing sound. Also, it's not keeping things cold like it should. I can't buy a new one right now because money is tight. I tried cleaning the coils in the back, but that didn't help much. I also checked if the door seals are okay, but they seem fine. What else can I do to fix it? I don't want my food to go bad.

Hey everyone and I've got this Keurig that's been acting up lately – it takes forever to brew a cup now. I think it's scale buildup from hard water but I'm not sure the best way to clean it without damaging it. Any tips or products you've used that work well?

Oh dear, I've had this vacuum for years and it's starting to lose suction probably because the filter is all clogged up with dust and pet hair from my two cats. At my age, 64, I don't want to fiddle with complicated instructions and but I need something simple to keep my house tidy for when the grandkids visit. Can someone share an easy way to clean it safely? I remember my old Hoover was a breeze, but this new one seems trickier.