Microwave clock setting in Exeter
Professional microwave clock setting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
5-10 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Microwave clock set to the right time - no more flashing 00:00. Also cookers, ovens, washing machines, anything with a clock that's annoying you.
That Flashing Clock You've Lived With for Months
Microwave says 00:00 and flashes at you. Power cut six months ago and you've no idea how to set the clock. Manual's long gone. Every button combination you try does nothing.
💡 Pro tip: Take a photo of the clock-setting sequence from the manual and keep it on your phone. Next power cut, you've got instant instructions.
Why Appliance Clocks Are Infuriating
It shouldn't be this hard.
| The Problem | Why It's Annoying |
|---|---|
| Weird button sequences | Hold Clock + turn dial + press Start + hold for 3 seconds |
| Manual missing | Bought secondhand or manual lost in house move |
| Power cuts reset it | Have to set it again every time |
| Different for every brand | Learned one, bought different brand, useless |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Work it out | Find the right button sequence |
| Set clock | Get it showing right time |
| Teach you | Show you how to do it |
| Document | Write down the sequence |
📦 You're Left With
- Clock showing correct time
- Know how to set it yourself
- Written instructions for next time
- One less annoying thing
Pricing Guide
| Scenario | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single appliance clock | 5-10 mins | £60 |
| Multiple appliances | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Part of installation job | 30-60 mins | £60-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Usually added to other jobs - appliance installation, small jobs list, etc.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Been flashing for months - just want it sorted
✅ Elderly relative - new appliance too complicated
✅ Power cuts - keeps resetting and you forget how
✅ Part of installation - new appliance needs setting up
Why Choose Us for Microwave clock setting in Exeter?
Clock set to correct time
Instructions explained clearly
Works after power cuts too
Part of appliance setup if needed
What to Expect
Step 1: Find the Sequence
I'll work out the right button combination - either from the manual, model number lookup, or just trying until it works.
Step 2: Set It
Clock set to the correct time. If it's got other settings (timer, date, etc), I can do those too.
Step 3: Show You
I'll demonstrate, then you do it while I watch. Repetition helps it stick. Plus I'll write the sequence down.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to have a go yourself first?
🔧 Common sequences to try
- Press and hold Clock button, use dial/arrows, press Clock again
- Press Clock, enter time using number pad, press Start
- Hold Clock for 3 seconds, set time, press Clock again
- Press and hold Start/Stop + Clock together
📐 If that doesn't work
- Look for manual online - search "[brand] [model number] manual PDF"
- YouTube often has videos for specific models
- Look inside door or on side for model number
- Call manufacturer helpline (surprisingly helpful)
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not holding buttons long enough (many need 3+ seconds)
- Trying to use number pad when it needs dial/arrows
- Not pressing confirm/save button after setting
- Giving up after two attempts - some need specific sequences
💡 Pro trick: Most modern appliances, if you press all the buttons at once, go into setup mode. Sounds daft but it's a hidden reset on lots of models.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Just installed new appliance? This is usually part of installation service. If your fitter didn't set the clock, that's poor service. Should be set up and ready to use.
Multiple appliances? Common situation - replaced kitchen appliances and none of the clocks are set. Do them all in one go, much quicker.
Smart appliances? Some modern ones connect to WiFi and set the clock automatically. I can help with that setup too if you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really a service people use?
Absolutely! Especially elderly people who got a new appliance and can't work out the button sequence, or after a power cut and they can't remember how to reset it. Also part of appliance installation - fit the microwave and set the clock properly.
Can you set other appliance clocks too?
Yes - cookers, ovens, washing machines, anything with a clock. The principles are the same, just different button combinations. If you've got instructions I'll follow them, if not I can usually work it out.
What if the clock keeps resetting after power cuts?
Some appliances have battery backup, others don't. If yours doesn't, you'll need to reset it after every power cut. I can show you the quick way to do it, or write down the button sequence so you can do it yourself.
Why is it so complicated to set a clock?
Because appliance designers hate us all! Seriously though - they try to minimize buttons so everything's multi-function. Press and hold this, then press that, then use the dial. I've done loads, know all the common ones.
Can you show me how to do it myself?
Of course - that's part of the service. I'll set it, then reset it while you watch, then you do it while I check. By the end you'll know the sequence. I can also write it down and stick it inside your cupboard door.
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