Dave Holt

Dave Holt has been taking apart and fixing household appliances since he was a teenager who couldn't leave a broken one alone. Eighteen years later, after fixing things for neighbors, friends, and anyone who'd let him, he's seen almost every failure mode there is. When he writes a repair guide here, it's based on the actual job, not a manufacturer overview.

How to Fix Sparking Inside on Toshiba EM131A5C-BS (Countertop)

· May 27, 2026
How to Fix Sparking Inside on Toshiba EM131A5C-BS (Countertop)

Hi, I’m Drew Callahan. After traveling over 80,000 miles across North America and working on appliances in diverse climates, I’ve encountered sparking issues in microwaves numerous times. Specifically, with the Toshiba EM131A5C-BS, I’ve found that a burned or flaking waveguide cover is often to blame. The challenge with this model is that food debris can … Read more

How to Fix Not Heating on Samsung MS14K6000AS (Countertop)

· May 26, 2026
How to Fix Not Heating on Samsung MS14K6000AS (Countertop)

I’m Drew Callahan, and after traveling over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve spent countless hours fixing appliances in various climates, from the humid heat of campgrounds to the coldest RV garages. The Samsung MS14K6000AS countertop microwave is one I encounter frequently, and about 60 to 70 percent of the time, … Read more

How to Fix Burner Not Igniting on Samsung NX58H5600SS (Gas Range)

· May 26, 2026
How to Fix Burner Not Igniting on Samsung NX58H5600SS (Gas Range)

Hi, I’m Drew Callahan. After traveling over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve seen my fair share of Samsung NX58H5600SS ranges. A burner that won’t ignite is honestly one of the most common issues I encounter with this specific model. More often than not, it’s not a complicated failure like a … Read more