Re: [BlindHandyMan] Washer drainage hose splashes when emptying
You should be able to add an extension to the end of the washer hose. I've found them in the store before that look like a funnel and if they don't have those, you can ask for a short length of hose that will fit over your current end. There are several ways they may suggest you do this. There is what is called a barb which is a section of pipe that has ridges on the outside. The barb pushed into a hose, has a shoulder in the middle and then another length of hose can be pushed on the other side joining the two pieces together. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 11:30 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Washer drainage hose splashes when emptying Aloha all, I have a deep laundry sink where the washer drains. When the water hits the bottom of the sink it sometimes splashes onto the wall beside the sink. Is there something I can put on the hose to make it stop? TIA Betsy Teamwork: Together we achieve the extraordinary. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] bug patrol please help.
You can take the plate off and put the bait in with the receptacle if it will fit. At 08:12 PM 2/6/2010, you wrote: Aloha everyone, I have been doing my remodel which has been taking longer than I hoped. Living in the tropics cockroaches are a normal part of life. It seems to me I have upset every bug in Hawaii doing this work on my house. I have an exterminator coming monthly to spray the yard and house for bugs and he puts some bait by the electrical outlets in some areas like the kitchen. I would like to put the bait inside the outlet plate but probably should not put it through the plug holes. Here are my two questions. Where and how would you put the bait for the bugs in the outlet so they take it back to their nests then die? One of the outlets they seem to particularly enjoy well, perhaps if I plug the holes or cover the outlet with an outlet cover plate that should help. Any thoughts? Thank you in advance. Aloha Sheryl Tim trouble Verizon FIOS support tech Never offend people with style when you can offend them with substance. --Sam Brown Blindeudora list owner. To subscribe or info: http://www.freelists.org/webpage/blindeudora
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Battery Charger!
I've never noticed this, so i'll have to take a look at some, a little later on today. Thanks. Claudia - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Battery Charger! Hi Claudia, Jim was right when he talked about the rechargeable ones being flat on the bottom. I don't buy non-rechargeables anymore, but all of the rechargeables that I have are flat on the bottom. As for disposing of them, our CVS drugstore and also Office Max will take used batteries for disposal. Betsy At 12:23 PM 2/6/2010, you wrote: You know, I'm wondering the same thing. I usually have my rechargeable batteries separete from my nonrechargeable ones, but something happened along the way, and things got mixed up. I asked my son, and yes, he can read already, at 6, told me they all looked the same, and they said the same thing, but now, i'm not so sure. Of course, it is not his fault, and he's only a kid. I'm not placing that kind of responsibility on him do feel bad that I even had to ask him, but he needed a game charged, so I was trying to get him all squared away. I thought about saving the batteries to have them checked out, but they had a good amount of acid on them, so I didn't want to continue handling them. What is the proper disposal method for something like this? Claudia - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 1:39 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Battery Charger! Well the quickest way to test the outlet is to plug in something like your hair dryer, radio etc. If the batteries exploded I wonder if you had the wrong type of batteries in the charger? I am not sure if I would even want to try and clean it up. - Original Message - From: Claudia mailto:cdelreal1973%40sbcglobal.netcdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 2:12 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Battery Charger! Hi, We just had a nasty experience. We have a battery charger, and I was charging a set of 4 AA batteries. I left to the store, and My fiance said that he heard two pops, like when you pop bubble wrap. When I came home to unplug the charging unit, there was battery acid dripping down from it. I don't think the charger will work anymore; I'm assuming that I should toss it out? I need to know if the outlet where the charger was plugged in may have been affected? How do I know if that outlet still works? Thanks. Claudia [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-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=47:29http://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/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 Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.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! Groups Links __ NOD32 4842 (20100206) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [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] Washer drainage hose splashes when emptying
Put a towel in the sink. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 23:30 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Washer drainage hose splashes when emptying Aloha all, I have a deep laundry sink where the washer drains. When the water hits the bottom of the sink it sometimes splashes onto the wall beside the sink. Is there something I can put on the hose to make it stop? TIA Betsy Teamwork: Together we achieve the extraordinary. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] bug patrol please help.
I agree with Ray. You're paying an exterminator to do a job. Tell them the problem and expect them to fix it. From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ray Boyce Sent: Sunday, February 07, 2010 12:26 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] bug patrol please help. Hi Sheryl Tell the exterminator where they are and let him deal with it, that is why you are paying him to deal with these pests. For it seems they are in the wall cavity behind these outlets. Ray From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Sheryl Nelson Sent: Sunday, 7 February 2010 12:13 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] bug patrol please help. Aloha everyone, I have been doing my remodel which has been taking longer than I hoped. Living in the tropics cockroaches are a normal part of life. It seems to me I have upset every bug in Hawaii doing this work on my house. I have an exterminator coming monthly to spray the yard and house for bugs and he puts some bait by the electrical outlets in some areas like the kitchen. I would like to put the bait inside the outlet plate but probably should not put it through the plug holes. Here are my two questions. Where and how would you put the bait for the bugs in the outlet so they take it back to their nests then die? One of the outlets they seem to particularly enjoy well, perhaps if I plug the holes or cover the outlet with an outlet cover plate that should help. Any thoughts? Thank you in advance. Aloha Sheryl [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] lime (not the one you use for drinks)
Was wondering what lime looks like. Someone told me it has the texture of concrete and it's used on roads to mark lanes. And if someone wanted to get it, where would they get it from? I've also heard it gets nasty when mixed with water (burn baby burn). Shane
Re: [BlindHandyMan] lime (not the one you use for drinks)
Shayne! Lime is generally considered to be an agricultural soil conditioner, so any garden or farm supply outlet will have it. Lime was also used as a paint long ago. You will have heard of buildings being whitewashed or, :inside: distempered. These were both just mixtures of water and lime. Jewel - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker shanehec...@gmail.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 08, 2010 4:36 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] lime (not the one you use for drinks) Was wondering what lime looks like. Someone told me it has the texture of concrete and it's used on roads to mark lanes. And if someone wanted to get it, where would they get it from? I've also heard it gets nasty when mixed with water (burn baby burn). Shane 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 Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.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! Groups Links __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4845 (20100207) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] lime (not the one you use for drinks)
Hi Shane, Many people who have composting toilets use a layer of the powdered lime and some dead leaves to cover the deposits after each addition. It keeps the odors under control. Betsy At 05:51 PM 2/7/2010, you wrote: Shayne! Lime is generally considered to be an agricultural soil conditioner, so any garden or farm supply outlet will have it. Lime was also used as a paint long ago. You will have heard of buildings being whitewashed or, :inside: distempered. These were both just mixtures of water and lime. Jewel - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker mailto:shanehecker%40gmail.comshanehec...@gmail.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 08, 2010 4:36 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] lime (not the one you use for drinks) Was wondering what lime looks like. Someone told me it has the texture of concrete and it's used on roads to mark lanes. And if someone wanted to get it, where would they get it from? I've also heard it gets nasty when mixed with water (burn baby burn). Shane Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-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=47:29http://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/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 Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.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! Groups Links __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4845 (20100207) __ 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] Irrigation system
Hi Sheryl Try here for irrigation information the answers are at the bottom http://www.dripirrigation.ca/faq.asp From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Sheryl Nelson Sent: Monday, 8 February 2010 12:41 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Irrigation system Aloha again from Sheryl, I am trying to put in an irrigation system in my small but pleasant yard. The water pressure is not to high. Should there be a minimum amount of pressure like gallons per minute? If so what should that number be? I am using 3/4 inch pvc pipe, the connector at the main line by where my water meter is is also 3/4 inch, I have between 900 and 1,000 square feet and plan to put 2 lines with 4 heads off each line. Each line is approximately 35 to 40 feet long with the heads being open around 180 degrees give or take a little. Each line will be connected to a different faucet which will have a splitter on it so the faucet can still be used for other things. Is there a way to connect the system to the main line from where my water is hooked in to the city line or does that even matter? I was thinking that if we put a split or second connector where the main line comes to my property on my property of course by the water meter that might be better than connecting the system at the faucet. I recall a number of 55 something the plumber told me which had to do with water pressure. Sorry don't know what that number needs. Thank you for any help you can give. Aloha Sheryl [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Washing Machine Hose Problem
Hi Betsy Our sink has holes either side at the back of the sink on the top. This allows you to bypass the washing machine water directly out down the drain. So it would not matter if the washing machine was on the left or right side you have access to discharge the water this way. If you feel under the sink you can feel these pipes coming into the s bend on the rear. Ray From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney Sent: Monday, 8 February 2010 11:13 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Washing Machine Hose Problem Hmm, I think I'm missing something. Where are the holes? I looked on the top at the back where the faucet is mounted, not there. Betsy At 10:50 AM 2/7/2010, you wrote: Hi Betsy On the corners of most sinks there are holes to put your washing machine discharge water hose in the water bypasses the sink . I just checked ours and it would not matter if the machine was on the left or right these holes are there. If you did not want to save this water then this might be an alternative to stop splashing. Also there is a plastic hanger which goes over the hose and hangs on the top of the sink if you adjust the length of the hose hanging into the sink and if possible put it closer to the bottom it might stop splashing also. Let us know please what worked for you. In summer I have 2 lengths of drain hose from the washing machine running out on to the lawn when water restrictions are in play. Ray [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]
