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How do I fix an appliance with AI?

Ewan MacLeod had a new washing machine picked out. Instead, ChatGPT used his photos and voice to walk him through clearing the drain filter, and the old one worked again.

Steps

  1. Unplug the appliance first.
  2. Use voice mode and the camera: show the error light and the model label.
  3. Ask it to walk you through one step at a time, and ask about each part as you go.
  4. Have a bowl or towels ready if water is involved.
  5. Stop and call a professional for gas, electrical or anything you're unsure about.

Prompts

Real prompt used by Ewan MacLeod (Conversational AI News) · Source ↗

Ok what about this plastic thing, shall I rinse that too?

Recommended tools

ChatGPT · Gemini (opens in our AI Directory)

Watch out: Unplug first. Check the steps against the manufacturer's manual.

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