Admiral Washer; Dryer Repair – Louisville, OH (Commercial)

We got called to a commercial laundromat on North Chapel Street in Louisville, OH for multiple machine issues. The owner had three Admiral dryers not heating and a Wascomat washer that wouldn’t start after a timer replacement.

The Problem

Dryer 1 not heating, part will be in back room. Dryer 6 not heating. Dryer 12 not heating. Wascomat 30 that had timer replaced won’t start, almost seems like it’s getting no power.

Diagnosis

Dryer 1 had a failed cycling thermostat. Dryer 6’s shield on motor dropped into motor shafts and cut the shafts through. Dryer 12 needed a new ignitor control box. The Wascomat 30 coin slide takes two pushes/drops — it had one push on it and just needed another $1.50.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: Cycling thermostat (Dryer 1), ignitor control box (Dryer 12), coin mechanism adjustment (Wascomat 30)
• Work performed: Replaced cycling thermostat, replaced ignitor control box, adjusted coin slide mechanism
• Result: Dryer 1 and 12 restored to heating operation, Wascomat 30 accepting proper coin drops

Is It Worth Repairing?

Commercial Admiral equipment is built for heavy-duty use and generally worth repairing when individual components fail. The motor damage on Dryer 6 requires more evaluation — shaft cutting typically means motor replacement, which could approach the cost of a used replacement unit for older commercial dryers.

Maintenance Tips for Admiral Commercial Washers and Dryers

• Check motor shields regularly on dryers — ensure they’re properly secured to prevent dropping into moving parts
• Clean lint from cycling thermostats monthly to prevent overheating and premature failure
• Test coin mechanisms weekly and keep spare coin slide parts on hand for quick fixes

Appliance Repair in Louisville, OH

Louisville is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, North Canton, and Hartville for both residential and commercial laundry equipment repairs. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.