I have had the unit for over a year, and it is now dead. Looks like others have had the same problem with other brands, something about a power switch failure. These are relatively cheap units but I would like to fix it for less than the cost of a replacment if I can. An e-mail to the company has not produced any results to date. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated...
I have the lakewood model 7096 and seem to have the same problem as you. the lights on the witches light up but no heat
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AnonymousNov 22, 2007
same problem here holmes heater model hoh2518 power light lights up but no temp display and controls are unresponsive.and worst of all no heat.same problem here holmes heater model hoh2518 power light lights up but no temp display and controls are unresponsive.and worst of all no heat.
The lights are on but no heat, I hear the thermostat click on and off, but still no heatThe lights are on but no heat, I hear the thermostat click on and off, but still no heat
AnonymousDec 11, 2007
I have used the heater for one winter, now it will not turn on.I have used the heater for one winter, now it will not turn on.
I have the same problem with my oil filled heater. A thermostat switch is gone and we cannot find one to fit. We tried calling the company and they said that unit is discontinued (of course). I have tried a number of small appliance repair shops and plumbers in the area, but no one can help. We bought it 3 yrs ago and only used it for a week or two, so it is not worn out by any means. There has to be a thermostat switch on this planet somewhere.I have the same problem with my oil filled heater. A thermostat switch is gone and we cannot find one to fit. We tried calling the company and they said that unit is discontinued (of course). I have tried a number of small appliance repair shops and plumbers in the area, but no one can help. We bought it 3 yrs ago and only used it for a week or two, so it is not worn out by any means. There has to be a thermostat switch on this planet somewhere.
AnonymousDec 25, 2007
Fahrenheat oil- filled heater worked fine last season for use, 3-5 times. This season used once and it heated beautifully, now there is no heat although it is turned to hightest level. Can't find s# or other manufacture details on heater. Manual is misplaced. Woe is me and I am cold. Cold-one.Fahrenheat oil- filled heater worked fine last season for use, 3-5 times. This season used once and it heated beautifully, now there is no heat although it is turned to hightest level. Can't find s# or other manufacture details on heater. Manual is misplaced. Woe is me and I am cold. Cold-one.
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX YOUR HEATER ...THAT IS STUPID AND WILL MORE THAN LIKELY CAUSE A FIRE. SO DONT. Just call the 1-800 number on the back of the unit. The customer rep will tell you what to do from there.
I had the unit on today about 15 minutes . The unit almost burned my house down . I have not called or emailed the company yet . It scared my wife and son , luckly I had the guts to unplug the unit and get out the front door .Thank God for the fire extinguisher !!!!! DO NOT TRY TO FIX YOUR UNIT . PLEEEAAASSEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On lakewood radiator that was dead I found problem caused by what I believe is fuse opening. Part is located in white wire which goes from thermostat to common terminal on radiator terminal block. The part is in series with this wire and is covered by a white movable sleeve and is dressed/located under the terminal block.
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If this is a generic problem then it is most likley the THERMOSTAT. This is the switch on the end of the radiator that regulates the temperature.
It is possible to bypass the thermostat so that the radiator is permanantly on.
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no year car told, age matters on all machines. all.
all cars run about 15psi , pure physics of hot water expansion and cap pressure regulated.
my guess is you mean the overflow tank on side of RAD,that has exploding steam and water to this side tank? "violently" that be gross overheating
lots of causes and lots of tests. to find it.
bad thermostat ,10 years is like max. life.
dead water pump.
bad radiator
bad RAD fan. dead. or dual fan 2nd is dead.
low coolant, sure,after now but is no cure filled and tried. full up in rad dead cold 50%AF MIX.
FANS BELT MISSING OR LOOSE. (TO PUMP)
BLOWN HEAD GASKET OR WARPED HEAD(S) CAUSED.
SIDE TANK HOSES BAD MORE MISSING SUCH THE EVERY COOL DOWN AF DOES NOT GET SUCKED BACK INTO RAD. MAKING IT DROP LEVELS OVER TIME.
ALL WATER HOSES CAN LEAk or heater core. causing water loss and bingo overheats.
When a compresser leaks oil it is dead. If this is an air/heat unit you are out of luck. If anything I said does not match the facts of your system disregard my comment.
Depending on its age, you can return it to the place of purchase. Because the cost of repair will almost certainly exceed the cost of replacement, it is not a practical option. If you have a friend who is comfortable with electrical systems, you could try that. There are a few brands of oil filled heater that have recalls. The consumer safety bureau or the manufacturer may have information about a recall on your product. This is a good time of year to purchase a new one as many stores are just starting sales on heating appliances.
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I am about to replace the switche on my DeLonghi, but have not received it yet. If you can wait a few days I will post the wiring points here. I'm cold too!
There is a bottom element and a top element so the elements could be dead.
More likey, there could be no power coming from the wall - there are switches on the front that need to light up or the thermostat could be set to off.
I have the lakewood model 7096 and seem to have the same problem as you. the lights on the witches light up but no heat
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same problem here holmes heater model hoh2518 power light lights up but no temp display and controls are unresponsive.and worst of all no heat.
The lights are on but no heat, I hear the thermostat click on and off, but still no heat
I have used the heater for one winter, now it will not turn on.
I have the same problem with my oil filled heater. A thermostat switch is gone and we cannot find one to fit. We tried calling the company and they said that unit is discontinued (of course). I have tried a number of small appliance repair shops and plumbers in the area, but no one can help. We bought it 3 yrs ago and only used it for a week or two, so it is not worn out by any means. There has to be a thermostat switch on this planet somewhere.
Fahrenheat oil- filled heater worked fine last season for use, 3-5 times. This season used once and it heated beautifully, now there is no heat although it is turned to hightest level. Can't find s# or other manufacture details on heater. Manual is misplaced. Woe is me and I am cold. Cold-one.
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