Unplugging Hazardous Appliances Saves More Than Repair or Replacement Costs
https://crankmaster2.gumroad.com/p/near-the-replacement-threshold-diagnostic-benchmarks-reveal-true-washing-machine-repair-costs
When an appliance shows warning signs of danger—sparks, burning smells, or electrical arcs—the decision to repair or replace becomes secondary to the decision to unplug it immediately