[BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
Aloha everyone, I am looking for your great solutions. I roast coffee beans in a roasting machine that has a drum made of cast iron. The drum can get to around 700 degrees. The beans get to around 400 degrees plus depending on the darkness you want. The beans touch a sensor which tells on a print display what temperature the beans are at. It is critical to know the temperature of the beans which is vital to the roasting process . I am looking for a talking device that could read the digital temperature display or a talking thermometer that has a probe that can be put in to the barrel and the beans touching the probe will register the temperature of the beans. I might like a wireless thermometer if one exists so I can access the temperature everywhere in the wear house and do the next steps required for completing the roasting process. I suggest that the thermometer probe or sensor be able to tolerate temperatures up to 800 degrees. Look forward to hearing from you. Aloha Sheryl
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
Aloha Sheryl, Given that the beans are inside a drum that can be 400 degrees hotter than the actual beans, I think that some device that will speak the digital readout of the existing thermometers would be the easiest way to go since those thermometers are already installed in the big roaster. I wonder if the manufacturer of the roaster could be of any assistance in this quest. Betsy At 08:32 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Aloha everyone, I am looking for your great solutions. I roast coffee beans in a roasting machine that has a drum made of cast iron. The drum can get to around 700 degrees. The beans get to around 400 degrees plus depending on the darkness you want. The beans touch a sensor which tells on a print display what temperature the beans are at. It is critical to know the temperature of the beans which is vital to the roasting process . I am looking for a talking device that could read the digital temperature display or a talking thermometer that has a probe that can be put in to the barrel and the beans touching the probe will register the temperature of the beans. I might like a wireless thermometer if one exists so I can access the temperature everywhere in the wear house and do the next steps required for completing the roasting process. I suggest that the thermometer probe or sensor be able to tolerate temperatures up to 800 degrees. Look forward to hearing from you. Aloha Sheryl
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
You still need the posts to be installed to the same depth as the other posts. So if you have fur feet showing on level ground, that's what you want on the incline. The posts on the incline have to remain plumb, or level up and down. That can be a challenge if you refer to the ground. Using a level, check on two sides of the post, 90 degrees from each other to make sure it is vertical in both directions. The 90 degrees will take the sway or lean out of the post . - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 12:49 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence Hi all, Ok, sorry to change horses mid stream, but, I decided to go with a chain link fence. Lots more expensive, but, I feel it will help the property value stay up. Got it all sussed out, except for one thing. Part of the fence will be going up an incline. I read something on the lowes url about needing to do something different for an end post which is on an incline or decline, but, I did not understand what it said. Can any one shed some light on this situation? Thanks for all the help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator not cooling question?
does the motor run? i'm in the north east of the UK you can contackt me on skype carlf16 and joine my list for unabridged audiobooks send a blank email to ub_ab_bookspace+subscr...@googlegroups.com - Original Message - From: Blake Hardin To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:05 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator not cooling question? Hey all, i had a refrigerator that was a stack, meaning a freezer on top and the frig on bottom. Anyway i had it unplugged for a while then went to plug it in to put food in it. It cooled for a while but then stopped cooling all at once and now when i plug it up it doesn't cool at all. It was about a year old when it did this and now its probably two years old because its been sitting for a year being used for snack storage lol. Anyway any ideas on how to check it? I was thinking about just throwing it out. Thanks. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
I picked up a couple of appliances on Freecycle last year and it was a take it all deal so I ended up with the stove too. I had planned to give it to someone else but a couple of guys saw it outside and knocked on the door to ask if they could have it to salvage. As I had no idea if it really worked I told them it might work and let them take it. So maybe someone will take other appliances in a similar mannor? I am sure that PPL's thing is that they are trying to encourage people to use more efficient appliances, rather than paying for broken ones to be hauled away. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:17 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator I have no idea. Hope to be able to ask tomorrow. Most recycle places that I know of strip down the product and salvage everything that they can. It does not make sense why it must be in working order. -- From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press braill...@haw.rr.com mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.com Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:12 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator Hi Lenny, Any idea what they do with them that would make them require that they be working? Just curious, Betsy At 03:57 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his comment was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemaster http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_ pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 PAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass
Hello, One place you might want to check is the Boy Scout office. They used to sell a very reliable Braille Compass. I have one and have had it for a good 20 years. Only complaint is that it is a bit slow to hone in on the direction but you can easily get used to it. It has a lock which will allow you to feel and fumble with the reading without moving the direction indicator. HTH Cy, The Anasazi From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Edward Przybylek Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:14 PM To: BlindHandyMan Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass Hi all, I realize this topic has been discussed before and I did look in the archives before sending this message but found the number of messages on the topic to be a bit daunting. I'd simply like to know if anyone is using a Braille compass that works reliably for them. I tried the Columbus Talking Digital Compass and I found it to be absolutely worthless. In a majority of the times I tried to use the compass it gave me readings that were completely wrong. I returned it yesterday. I've seen advertisements for a couple of Braille compasses but I'd like to know if they're any better than the talking compasses before I go through all the trouble of ordering one only to return it a few days later. Any advice on a reliable Braille compass will be greatly appreciated. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
My guess is that they want to recover the freon, to take it out of circulation. If the fridge isn't working, it probably means that the freon has leaked out, so no benefit in recovering it. Just a guess. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on it's way
Well, they just picked up the unit. I inquired about why it must be running. They want to make sure that the compressor is running so they can easily extract the Freon. The unit will be totally dismantled and everything that can be salvaged will. They even strip the copper winding from the motor so yellow metals are sorted as are Ferris steel and aluminum. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
www.BlindMiceMart.com has a talking thermometer good up to 572 degrees. That's the highest temp for a talking thermometer that I know of. You can get some kind of clip for it as well to attach it to what you are measureing. You'd have to read more about it, or ask Dale Campbell for more details. Yikes, 700 degrees is hair singeing hot. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
RE: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
Hi, I have this thermometer and is is really good. I seriously doubt if the body of the thermometer could withstand the 700+ temp of the drum though. Short of an Optacon which would allow a sightless person to read the dials I have no clue what to do. Cy From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dan Rossi Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:31 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution. www.BlindMiceMart.com has a talking thermometer good up to 572 degrees. That's the highest temp for a talking thermometer that I know of. You can get some kind of clip for it as well to attach it to what you are measureing. You'd have to read more about it, or ask Dale Campbell for more details. Yikes, 700 degrees is hair singeing hot. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
How about the Oregon Scientific Talking Wireless BBQ thermometer. That sounds like it would fit the bill. Again, it only goes up to 572 degrees, but has a separate wireless probe from the talking unit. Here is a description. Well let you know when your BBQ is ready from a football field away! No need to wait by the grill to find out when dinner is readythis wireless thermometer verbally alerts you when the meat has reached the perfect temperature. Program your choice of eight entres, choose the doneness desired and youre good to grill. Digital LCD screen with remote wireless probe to identify temperature/readiness of meatSpeaks in five languages with corresponding display (English, Spanish, German, French, Danish)Sensor has temperature range from 32F to 572FProgrammable entre programs include beef, lamb, veal, hamburger, pork, turkey, chicken, and fishFour doneness selections include rare, medium rare, medium, and well doneFour verbal and audio alert options let you know the status of your mealalmost ready, ready, overcooked, and out-of-rangeAudio alarm sounds when selected temperature is reachedMain unit will receive the probe signal from up to 330 feet awayStainless steel probe detaches from sensor for easy cleaningLow battery indicator -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Cooking with Gloves - Was: Using Gas Grill!
I will vouch for one of these. I got one for Christmas last year. It may not be the exact same thing, but is similar. I think it came from Target or Wal-Mart. It snaps around the front bar of the upper oven rack and does a great job keeping you from burning a narrow line across your forearm about half-way up. Problem is, I’ve done that so many times I already have a permenant scare! Oh, well, the price you pay for a large baked potato! Darrin Darrin Porter Senior Technical Engineer United Ocean Services, L.L.C. 601 South Harbour Island Boulevard, Suite 230 Tampa, Florida 33602 (813) 209-4247 (office) (813) 744-0011 (cellular phone) (813) 242-4849 (fax) darrin.por...@united-mar.commmailto:darrin.por...@united-mar.comm From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Debbie SokolMcKay Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:16 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Cooking with Gloves - Was: Using Gas Grill! Hello All, There is a product available through LSS and maybe other sources - it is called a cool touch oven rack guard and it prevents burns to the forearms specially when the gloves don’t cover the forearms. The product is made of a heat resistant fabric called Nomex and it is safe up to 500˚ F. Debbie From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dale Leavens Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 11:24 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Cooking with Gloves - Was: Using Gas Grill! I never used a glove until one of my daughters gave me one last summer I think it was. I haven't yet found a decent double spatula so that hasn't yet been an option. The glove though really has worked well and occasionally I have thought it would be good to have two particularly when bringing in the racks loaded with hot meet from the smoker. I don't do a lot of oven cooking, mostly leave that to Janet and she insists on using a towel for lifting things out, a fire hazard in my view. When I do use the oven I am very careful and really would prefer some of those longer forearm covering gloves, I do occasionally brush something hot with a forearm. I prefer to keep the heat even so don't like to turn off or down the gas and that isn't really an option over charcoal. As for locating things on the grill, it isn't really all that difficult to do with a fork, a spatula or a glove. Even with a glove I generally probe first with the spatula or fork out of habit I suppose. Each to his own of course. - Original Message - From: Alan Paganelli To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 10:30 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Cooking with Gloves - Was: Using Gas Grill! Their not cheap at 20 bucks each and that's not for a set either. Consumer Reports they do what they say they do but it could give some folks a false sense of security. The amount of time they can protect you is limited and variable depending on the conditions. I use mine for taking things out of the oven or toaster oven or microwave. On the grill, if it's to hot for me to put my hands over it, I just turn off the burners. Once the source is quelled, you can use your fingers to touch the meat and see what's going on.. Example: last night I had 5 really nice pork chops on the grill. Two of them were almost twice as thick as the remaining three. I suppose that's because they came from two separate packages. I store them in Ziploc freezer bags. My wife insists I cook to close to the forward edge. I do but that way I don't have to put my hands directly over the heat. She was going to turn the chops over for me as I was doing something else and put the two larger chops over the burners. When I went to check to see if they were finished, I didn't know she had moved the two chops and got a surprise when I touched the cast-iron cooking surface. I did it real quick and did not get burned. She said oh sorry! I forgot to tell you I moved the two chops. I picked up my double spatchula and flipped them over to check things out. They all were done and I took them off the grill with the double spatchula. It's just a matter of what your use to using. Alan Please click on: http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alanandsuzanne/ There, you'll find files of my arrangements and performances played on the Yamaha Tyros keyboard. I often add files so check back regularly! The albums in Technics format formerly on my website are still available upon request. - Original Message - From: Spiro sp...@iamspiro.commailto:spiro%40iamspiro.com mailto:spiro%40iamspiro.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent:
Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
I don't know how true this is or not but I was told they get shipped to third world countries. We have that same program here as well. Alan Please click on: http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alanandsuzanne/ There, you'll find files of my arrangements and performances played on the Yamaha Tyros keyboard. I often add files so check back regularly! The albums in Technics format formerly on my website are still available upon request. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson jennifer_jack...@cox.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 12:35 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator I picked up a couple of appliances on Freecycle last year and it was a take it all deal so I ended up with the stove too. I had planned to give it to someone else but a couple of guys saw it outside and knocked on the door to ask if they could have it to salvage. As I had no idea if it really worked I told them it might work and let them take it. So maybe someone will take other appliances in a similar mannor? I am sure that PPL's thing is that they are trying to encourage people to use more efficient appliances, rather than paying for broken ones to be hauled away. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:17 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator I have no idea. Hope to be able to ask tomorrow. Most recycle places that I know of strip down the product and salvage everything that they can. It does not make sense why it must be in working order. -- From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press braill...@haw.rr.com mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.com Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:12 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator Hi Lenny, Any idea what they do with them that would make them require that they be working? Just curious, Betsy At 03:57 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his comment was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemaster http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_ pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 PAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass
any difference is durability, price or features on which you can comment? On Tue, 7 Sep 2010, William Stephan wrote: Ed: My take on this is that a compass is something you use when you'are perhaps having a problem, like say being lost in bad weather. So, simple is good. Yes, a GPS unit can give you a direction of travel, but moving around when you're already lost or unfamiliar with the environment is not such a good idea, particularly for blinks. I know a lot of people like talking compasses, but again, they're subject to fail when wet etc. So, I've had good luck with two brands of Braille compass which are: Silva compass www.silvacompass.com/ And Brunton Compass www.brunton.com http://www.brunton.com/ Both these outfits make or at least made Braille compasses, of the kind where you have a free-floating wheel with cardinal directions on it which locks when the lid is opened.I rarely leave home without one BTW. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Edward Przybylek Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 15:14 To: BlindHandyMan Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass Hi all, I realize this topic has been discussed before and I did look in the archives before sending this message but found the number of messages on the topic to be a bit daunting. I'd simply like to know if anyone is using a Braille compass that works reliably for them. I tried the Columbus Talking Digital Compass and I found it to be absolutely worthless. In a majority of the times I tried to use the compass it gave me readings that were completely wrong. I returned it yesterday. I've seen advertisements for a couple of Braille compasses but I'd like to know if they're any better than the talking compasses before I go through all the trouble of ordering one only to return it a few days later. Any advice on a reliable Braille compass will be greatly appreciated. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] front porch light
Okay, Last weekend we went to OSH to buy a replacement bulb for the porch light. I got help from one of the service employees. My wife pointed out a light fixture that was similar to ours so we got the correct light bulb. The light is suppose to turn on at dust and turn off at dawn VIA a sensor. Well we have a problem, the light is not turning off. We have to turn it on at night and turn it off in the morning. So I need some trouble shooting hints to try out. Thanks
Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
we dumped a cup of coffee (large, with cream and sugar) into a dot matrix printer accidentally. I figured it was fried. So we unplugged it and turned it off and dumped a small amount of windex in after that. Next day it worked, and worked for another 4 years. On Tue, 7 Sep 2010, Lenny McHugh wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his commen t was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers
After reading about the recent post on compasses, it reminded me how one of these may help when using a leaf blower. I know in the past I'd get all turned around when operating a leaf blower. Well, now I'm in the market for a new blower. Do they make them any quieter? I'd like one that you can carry on your back.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
then even a usb connection could help, maybe. I love Kona! On Tue, 7 Sep 2010, Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press wrote: Aloha Sheryl, Given that the beans are inside a drum that can be 400 degrees hotter than the actual beans, I think that some device that will speak the digital readout of the existing thermometers would be the easiest way to go since those thermometers are already installed in the big roaster. I wonder if the manufacturer of the roaster could be of any assistance in this quest. Betsy At 08:32 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Aloha everyone, I am looking for your great solutions. I roast coffee beans in a roasting machine that has a drum made of cast iron. The drum can get to around 700 degrees. The beans get to around 400 degrees plus depending on the darkness you want. The beans touch a sensor which tells on a print display what temperature the beans are at. It is critical to know the temperature of the beans which is vital to the roasting process . I am looking for a talking device that could read the digital temperature display or a talking thermometer that has a probe that can be put in to the barrel and the beans touching the probe will register the temperature of the beans. I might like a wireless thermometer if one exists so I can access the temperature everywhere in the wear house and do the next steps required for completing the roasting process. I suggest that the thermometer probe or sensor be able to tolerate temperatures up to 800 degrees. Look forward to hearing from you. Aloha Sheryl
Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
It's good to keep in mind when shopping for new appliances to ask if they carry off the old one if you buy from them. Here in California, I don't thing you can take used appliances to a land fill. Also, I believe people run adds that they'll pick up for free.
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass
How well do the compasses work one handed? I used to use my talking compass a lot as opposed to the tactile one I had because I could use it with one hand while working my dog. I used it a lot on this one long stretch of sidewalk on campus that curved and Y'd. Because of all the big buildings, neither the sun nor the wind were reliable guides and the compass let me stop her if she went the wrong way. When it comes up on the list it makes me think about getting another one, but my goodness there are a lot of gadgets out there. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 12:34 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass any difference is durability, price or features on which you can comment? On Tue, 7 Sep 2010, William Stephan wrote: Ed: My take on this is that a compass is something you use when you'are perhaps having a problem, like say being lost in bad weather. So, simple is good. Yes, a GPS unit can give you a direction of travel, but moving around when you're already lost or unfamiliar with the environment is not such a good idea, particularly for blinks. I know a lot of people like talking compasses, but again, they're subject to fail when wet etc. So, I've had good luck with two brands of Braille compass which are: Silva compass www.silvacompass.com/ And Brunton Compass www.brunton.com http://www.brunton.com/ Both these outfits make or at least made Braille compasses, of the kind where you have a free-floating wheel with cardinal directions on it which locks when the lid is opened. I rarely leave home without one BTW. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Edward Przybylek Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 15:14 To: BlindHandyMan Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass Hi all, I realize this topic has been discussed before and I did look in the archives before sending this message but found the number of messages on the topic to be a bit daunting. I'd simply like to know if anyone is using a Braille compass that works reliably for them. I tried the Columbus Talking Digital Compass and I found it to be absolutely worthless. In a majority of the times I tried to use the compass it gave me readings that were completely wrong. I returned it yesterday. I've seen advertisements for a couple of Braille compasses but I'd like to know if they're any better than the talking compasses before I go through all the trouble of ordering one only to return it a few days later. Any advice on a reliable Braille compass will be greatly appreciated. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers
Brice, I use the motor part of my Sears shop vac. It can be unattached and is plenty powerful enough. Yes, I am dependent on electricity but, look at it this way, I can always find my way to the house. (LOLLOLLOL) This does remind me of the time I was in the lot next to our mobile home. This was a corner lot and quite large. I always relied on traffic noise to keep my directions but, this time, there was not one vehicle moving - anywhere - for a good half hour. I know it seems stupid to get lost in a mobile home park but the lots were large and one dare not wander near the street because of the large, steep ditch. I also (stupidly) did not have a cane and I had left my trusty dog in the house. For the life of me I can not remember why in the world I was out there in the first place with nothing to help me. This is how we get into trouble. Cy, The Anasazi From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Brice Mijares Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 11:50 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers After reading about the recent post on compasses, it reminded me how one of these may help when using a leaf blower. I know in the past I'd get all turned around when operating a leaf blower. Well, now I'm in the market for a new blower. Do they make them any quieter? I'd like one that you can carry on your back. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
Now, I'm hoping you have one of these and can tell us more about it. I have the Oregon blood pressure unit, and think it is one of the coolest gadgets around for the price. It tells you in speech, as well as by its digital screen, your blood pressure, etc. My question concerning the heat sensor is, does it also give all information in speech, along with the digital readout? Do you have an idea as to the price? - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:57 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution. How about the Oregon Scientific Talking Wireless BBQ thermometer. That sounds like it would fit the bill. Again, it only goes up to 572 degrees, but has a separate wireless probe from the talking unit. Here is a description. Well let you know when your BBQ is ready from a football field away! No need to wait by the grill to find out when dinner is readythis wireless thermometer verbally alerts you when the meat has reached the perfect temperature. Program your choice of eight entres, choose the doneness desired and youre good to grill. Digital LCD screen with remote wireless probe to identify temperature/readiness of meatSpeaks in five languages with corresponding display (English, Spanish, German, French, Danish)Sensor has temperature range from 32F to 572FProgrammable entre programs include beef, lamb, veal, hamburger, pork, turkey, chicken, and fishFour doneness selections include rare, medium rare, medium, and well doneFour verbal and audio alert options let you know the status of your mealalmost ready, ready, overcooked, and out-of-rangeAudio alarm sounds when selected temperature is reachedMain unit will receive the probe signal from up to 330 feet awayStainless steel probe detaches from sensor for easy cleaningLow battery indicator -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
I think i had one of these and that it was not programmable unless you could read the screen. I could be wrong though but probably good to check this before buying. Bill Stephan, Kansas City MO Email: wstep...@everestkc.net Phone: (816)803-2469 -original message- Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution. From: Rick Hume ringmaster.r...@gmail.com Date: 09/08/2010 17:30 Now, I'm hoping you have one of these and can tell us more about it. I have the Oregon blood pressure unit, and think it is one of the coolest gadgets around for the price. It tells you in speech, as well as by its digital screen, your blood pressure, etc. My question concerning the heat sensor is, does it also give all information in speech, along with the digital readout? Do you have an idea as to the price? - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:57 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution. How about the Oregon Scientific Talking Wireless BBQ thermometer. That sounds like it would fit the bill. Again, it only goes up to 572 degrees, but has a separate wireless probe from the talking unit. Here is a description. Well let you know when your BBQ is ready from a football field away! No need to wait by the grill to find out when dinner is readythis wireless thermometer verbally alerts you when the meat has reached the perfect temperature. Program your choice of eight entres, choose the doneness desired and youre good to grill. Digital LCD screen with remote wireless probe to identify temperature/readiness of meatSpeaks in five languages with corresponding display (English, Spanish, German, French, Danish)Sensor has temperature range from 32F to 572FProgrammable entre programs include beef, lamb, veal, hamburger, pork, turkey, chicken, and fishFour doneness selections include rare, medium rare, medium, and well doneFour verbal and audio alert options let you know the status of your mealalmost ready, ready, overcooked, and out-of-rangeAudio alarm sounds when selected temperature is reachedMain unit will receive the probe signal from up to 330 feet awayStainless steel probe detaches from sensor for easy cleaningLow battery indicator -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass
Jennifer one handed would work i guess but a lanyard would be in order Bill Stephan, Kansas City MO Email: wstep...@everestkc.net Phone: (816)803-2469 -original message- Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass From: Jennifer Jackson jennifer_jack...@cox.net Date: 09/08/2010 13:26 How well do the compasses work one handed? I used to use my talking compass a lot as opposed to the tactile one I had because I could use it with one hand while working my dog. I used it a lot on this one long stretch of sidewalk on campus that curved and Y'd. Because of all the big buildings, neither the sun nor the wind were reliable guides and the compass let me stop her if she went the wrong way. When it comes up on the list it makes me think about getting another one, but my goodness there are a lot of gadgets out there. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 12:34 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass any difference is durability, price or features on which you can comment? On Tue, 7 Sep 2010, William Stephan wrote: Ed: My take on this is that a compass is something you use when you'are perhaps having a problem, like say being lost in bad weather. So, simple is good. Yes, a GPS unit can give you a direction of travel, but moving around when you're already lost or unfamiliar with the environment is not such a good idea, particularly for blinks. I know a lot of people like talking compasses, but again, they're subject to fail when wet etc. So, I've had good luck with two brands of Braille compass which are: Silva compass www.silvacompass.com/ And Brunton Compass www.brunton.com http://www.brunton.com/ Both these outfits make or at least made Braille compasses, of the kind where you have a free-floating wheel with cardinal directions on it which locks when the lid is opened. I rarely leave home without one BTW. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Edward Przybylek Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 15:14 To: BlindHandyMan Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass Hi all, I realize this topic has been discussed before and I did look in the archives before sending this message but found the number of messages on the topic to be a bit daunting. I'd simply like to know if anyone is using a Braille compass that works reliably for them. I tried the Columbus Talking Digital Compass and I found it to be absolutely worthless. In a majority of the times I tried to use the compass it gave me readings that were completely wrong. I returned it yesterday. I've seen advertisements for a couple of Braille compasses but I'd like to know if they're any better than the talking compasses before I go through all the trouble of ordering one only to return it a few days later. Any advice on a reliable Braille compass will be greatly appreciated. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers
Yes there are quieter blowers out there now. I have a Echo P.B.251 and it is one of the newest ones that were the first to come out with noise reduction. Also the back pack blowers are there also but are really more of a commercial blower. I work on Chain saws and blowers and most of the time they come into the shop they are owned by universities or apartment complexes. They start out at a couple hundred dollars more than a conventional blower. Donnie Harris -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Cy Selfridge Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 3:02 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers Brice, I use the motor part of my Sears shop vac. It can be unattached and is plenty powerful enough. Yes, I am dependent on electricity but, look at it this way, I can always find my way to the house. (LOLLOLLOL) This does remind me of the time I was in the lot next to our mobile home. This was a corner lot and quite large. I always relied on traffic noise to keep my directions but, this time, there was not one vehicle moving - anywhere - for a good half hour. I know it seems stupid to get lost in a mobile home park but the lots were large and one dare not wander near the street because of the large, steep ditch. I also (stupidly) did not have a cane and I had left my trusty dog in the house. For the life of me I can not remember why in the world I was out there in the first place with nothing to help me. This is how we get into trouble. Cy, The Anasazi From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Brice Mijares Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 11:50 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers After reading about the recent post on compasses, it reminded me how one of these may help when using a leaf blower. I know in the past I'd get all turned around when operating a leaf blower. Well, now I'm in the market for a new blower. Do they make them any quieter? I'd like one that you can carry on your back. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
How does this program work and how can I learn about it? Thanks. At 02:35 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: I picked up a couple of appliances on Freecycle last year and it was a take it all deal so I ended up with the stove too. I had planned to give it to someone else but a couple of guys saw it outside and knocked on the door to ask if they could have it to salvage. As I had no idea if it really worked I told them it might work and let them take it. So maybe someone will take other appliances in a similar mannor? I am sure that PPL's thing is that they are trying to encourage people to use more efficient appliances, rather than paying for broken ones to be hauled away. Jennifer _ From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:17 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator I have no idea. Hope to be able to ask tomorrow. Most recycle places that I know of strip down the product and salvage everything that they can. It does not make sense why it must be in working order. -- From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.combraill...@haw.rr.com mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.com Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:12 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator Hi Lenny, Any idea what they do with them that would make them require that they be working? Just curious, Betsy At 03:57 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his comment was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyM cHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterhttp://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemaster http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_ pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 PAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] talking thermometer or other solution.
Some blinks have been able to read letters and numbers on computer screens using the Seeing With Sound software and a small video camera such as the sunglass mounted ones. I have not looked into the software yet beyond reading a few posts on it but it is free and the user list is friendly. Ward [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Hi Bob, I either did not give enough information describing what I am confused about or I am so confused that I don't understand your answer. Let me paste the information that confused me along with a link to the page with the information on installing the fence and see if this helps me and you to figure this out. (snip) Adding Fittings to Terminal Posts STEP 1 After concrete footings have been allowed to sufficiently harden, slip the rail end bands and tension bands onto the terminal posts. (Refer to parts list for the description and quantity of fittings that are required for various post types and heights.) The long flat surface of the tension band should face toward the outside of the fence NOTE: Take care not to spread or distort the fittings. STEP 2 Apply all terminal post caps. Terraced Ground Corner post assembly is used at point A to allow fabric to follow terraced contour of ground Very Uneven Ground Corner post assembly is used at points A and B when ground rises or drops more than 15 per 100 linear feet To me it sounds like I might need to use one or another type of Corner post assembly, depending on the raise or fall of the ground. This is what I am confused about. This info is found on page; http://www.lowes.com/cd_Install+a+Chain+Link+Fence_588388906_?cm_cr=Fencing+1.2-_-Web+Activity-_-Fencing+1.2+A6+Activity-_-SC_Fencing_Area6-_-20115_5 At 04:04 AM 9/8/2010, you wrote: You still need the posts to be installed to the same depth as the other posts. So if you have fur feet showing on level ground, that's what you want on the incline. The posts on the incline have to remain plumb, or level up and down. That can be a challenge if you refer to the ground. Using a level, check on two sides of the post, 90 degrees from each other to make sure it is vertical in both directions. The 90 degrees will take the sway or lean out of the post . - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 12:49 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence Hi all, Ok, sorry to change horses mid stream, but, I decided to go with a chain link fence. Lots more expensive, but, I feel it will help the property value stay up. Got it all sussed out, except for one thing. Part of the fence will be going up an incline. I read something on the lowes url about needing to do something different for an end post which is on an incline or decline, but, I did not understand what it said. Can any one shed some light on this situation? Thanks for all the help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
