[BlindHandyMan] Recall: Gerber Legendary Blades: Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard

2010-03-09 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products

Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight alert system

2010-03-04 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Spiro, You can buy driveway alarms that will cover upto 300 or 400 feet. If you bought two of them you could cover the area and an alarm would sound inside the tent. They run on batteries and my friend says the batteries last a long time. I think you can get them somewhere like Radio

Re: [BlindHandyMan] need help with a weerd problem.

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Do you have any of those magic sliders? If you can get two under the front of the stove, you may be able to tip it forward enough to slide the stove out. Removing the drawer works well unless you have a gas stove with a broiler at the bottom instead of a drawer. At 06:15 AM 2/27/2010, you

Re: [BlindHandyMan] re ergent help neded

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Good job. Congrats. Betsy At 06:58 AM 2/27/2010, you wrote: ok foalks i'v rezolved the isue i managed to slip the latch and then replace the mechanism [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] tsunami

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Everyone, All seems to be well right now. The ocean is still receeding and then surging back in, but nothing to radical so far. We figure we have a few more hours before we'll feel totally safe. Sheryl, our member from Honolulu, and I who live in Hilo on the big island of Hawaii, were

[BlindHandyMan] Tsunami all clear message issued

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Wow, we are glad that is over. They are still warning us to stay out of the ocean because the water will be acting unusual for at least another day due to all of the after shocks in Chili. We're praying for all of them. Betsy Teamwork: Together we achieve the extraordinary.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] electric snowblower

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Lee, I don't know what you call it either, but I have one on a roler that is 100 feet. You can either let it move on it's own, or you can pull it out to a specific length and lock it there. Betsy At 03:10 PM 2/27/2010, you wrote: my new neighbors have one I do not know the brand but I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Tsunami all clear message issued

2010-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
They just mean that the currents are unpredictable. At 03:21 PM 2/27/2010, you wrote: water is acting unusual Betsey . are we talking about what wash's up or more like a rip current? thanks.Lee On Sat, Feb 27, 2010 at 02:04:05PM -1000, Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press wrote: Wow, we are glad

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Labelling Tips

2010-02-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Victor, Are you using old dymo tape? I once had a roll that was very old and the adhesive seemed okay but it just wouldn't stay put for anything. Betsy At 04:44 AM 2/25/2010, you wrote: Hi Everyone, I'm labeling a whole bunch of stuff here in the house, and it seems that the daimo tape isn't

[BlindHandyMan] Recall: Scotsman(r) Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines (Modular Cubers)

2010-02-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Scotsman(r) Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines (Modular Cubers) Units: About 43,000 Manufacturer: Scotsman Group LLC, of Vernon Hills, Ill. Hazard: The solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can pose a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] more snow!

2010-02-24 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Oh dear, sent that last message from assistants computer. Betsy At 12:08 PM 2/24/2010, you wrote: Aloha Lenny, I've never seen such a thing, but I have seen floors inside cabins at ski resorts that are warm. I wonder if someone might be able to talk about that. I do know that the particular

Re: [BlindHandyMan] more snow!

2010-02-24 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
- Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40hawaii.rr.combraill...@hawaii.rr.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 4:17 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] more snow! Oh dear, sent that last message

Re: [BlindHandyMan] my notions about gutters

2010-02-21 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Clifford, Please hurry and invent such a cleaning system. I am way tired of gutter cleaning. Everytime I consider buying a gutter system such as a brush like thing that is supposed to let the water flow through it and the leaves sit on the top and eventually blow away, or some sort of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Faulty Instructions Prompt Recall of Electrical Wiring How-to-Books

2009-02-09 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Barry, I doubt any of us would purchase these books either, but when this alert came out at the end of December I did send it to the list. I thought people might know folks who would buy it. Thanks for the reminder. Betsy At 07:51 AM 2/9/2009, you wrote: Howdy Folks, I doubt that many

Re: [BlindHandyMan] now what is the last word on mold?

2009-02-05 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Spiro, Below is some contact information for the company, and a couple of links for information, including info about masonry. I sent this to myself first, and the links worked. HTH Product Name: KILZ® Masonry Waterproofing Paint - Gray MSDS Manufacturer Number: 239141 Manufacturer Name:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping the mice out

2009-02-01 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
This is a great idea. One day we sat and watch the caulk that we had just put in about three hours before, pop right out of the wall and the little mice hopped right out into the room. The cat was quite animated by it's appearance. At 02:12 PM 2/1/2009, you wrote: Tom, if you should ever need

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping the mice out

2009-02-01 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
I've always pack steel wool around any pipes coming into or going out of the houses where I've lived. At 01:38 PM 2/1/2009, you wrote: We've had plenty of mice over the years that have found their way into our house. During a recent kitchen project, I had a new stainless steel sink setting in

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Stoves?

2009-01-31 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Claudia, Yes, I remember seeing it on my old stove, but on the one I have now, it seems to be covered up. I have a self-cleaning oven. At 03:41 PM 1/31/2009, you wrote: Hi All, We're putting new flooring in our kitchen, and I have a question. When the stove was moved, I was cleaning the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A little excitement in Hilo, oi...

2009-01-29 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
! Whence did the rock come? from the hand of an ill-disposed and deranged human, or was it from your goddess of volcanic fire? and I apologize to the lady as I cannot remember her name! Jewel - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40hawaii.rr.combraill

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A little excitement in Hilo, oi...

2009-01-29 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40hawaii.rr.combraill...@hawaii.rr.com To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2009 11:43 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] A little

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A little excitement in Hilo, oi...

2009-01-29 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Weed-wacker threw a rock. Betsy At 09:56 AM 1/29/2009, you wrote: did you find out what started the cracking and breaking Betsy? Lee On Wed, Jan 28, 2009 at 09:43:26PM -1000, Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press wrote: Aloha all, As I was calmly sitting here reading about all the snow shoveling

[BlindHandyMan] A little excitement in Hilo, oi...

2009-01-28 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, As I was calmly sitting here reading about all the snow shoveling going on and being ever so grateful that I couldn't add anything to the topic, having no experience, I heard this strange popping noise in the living room. The gardener was outside making a bunch of noise, but it was

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Battery Chargers?

2008-02-12 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, These batteries are marvelous! I bought a couple just to see if I could believe it. Betsy At 03:33 AM 2/12/2008, you wrote: Just for my 2¢ worth. I would really look at the new hybrid batteries and some new chargers. A few weeks ago buy-com had a Duracell charging system with several

Re: [BlindHandyMan] a bath tub question.

2008-02-09 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Any idea what kind of paint it is? Do you think it is actually paint or some sort of spray coating. I've seen lots of bathtubs that have been coated with a fiberglass spray-on process. Betsy At 11:00 AM 2/9/2008, you wrote: hi list. the place that I have has a bathtub that was painted over,

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Propane a Way of KnowinggHow Much is Left in Tankk

2008-02-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, Weighing it would work if you have a small enough tank. Our tank is one of those 120 gallon stationary tanks. There is a gauge on ours that I usually ask someone to check occasionally, but another way is to pour hot water over the tank. The part of the tank that still contains

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Propane a Way of KnowinggHow Much is Left in Tankk

2008-02-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
I have found that the sound of tapping on the tank works fairly well with the tanks that are standing, but with the big ones that lay on their side it doesn't work very well. After you've had the tank for awhile, you'll get to know about how often you need to fill it. I have a scheduled fill

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Speaker wiring

2008-02-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Roger, I don't know where you would find this now, but about 20 years ago, I bought something called a speaker switch. I found it at Radio Shack. It has places on the back for 8 speakers. On the front there are 4 on/off toggle switches. I can turn on speakers in as many rooms as I wish.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] leak in my roof

2008-02-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Whitney, Dolphin Press [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 12:13 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] leak in my roof Aloha Brice, I feel your pain, grin. Saturday must have been the day for roofs to develop leaks. I have one also, but I must be living

Re: [BlindHandyMan] leak in my roof

2008-02-05 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Brice, I feel your pain, grin. Saturday must have been the day for roofs to develop leaks. I have one also, but I must be living a charmed life at the moment because the leek is over my laundry sink. We've had 34 inches of rain in the last 3 days, so don't know yet what is causing the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Perkins brailler

2008-02-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Howe Press of Perkins School for the Blind 617-924-3434 175 North Beacon Street Watertown, MA 02472 At 03:53 AM 2/2/2008, you wrote: perkins, the manu, Howe Press, at Perkins School for the Blind is located in Watertown Mass on Beacon street. They are in the 617, but I dont have the number. On

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re:How to Replace a Window

2008-02-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
About 25 years ago when I lived in Sacramento, California, we didn't have money to replace our windows with all the fancy triple pane glass and the like. We had a non-profit organization that helped others who were trying to save heat and stay warm. We bought long strips of aluminum molding

[BlindHandyMan] Finding a manufacturer

2008-02-01 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha listers, We have designed and patented a wooden box that contains a Sudoku game that has both Braille and large print numbers on the cubes that are used to play the game. I have no idea how to find someone to make these things now. Does anyone have any experience with this? Maybe someone

Re: [BlindHandyMan] shour heads

2008-01-31 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
It's been a long time since I was on a pump but adding a pressure tank before the pump does work. Betsy At 10:03 AM 1/31/2008, you wrote: the shower head isn't going to change the temp as what it is getting is already mixed by then. They say you can add a second tank before the hot water, and

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Perkins brailler

2008-01-31 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Ron, I went to http://www.perkinsSchoolforblind.org Then clicked on Perkins Braillers Accessories Here's what I found. Dymo Tape Holder With durable, all-metal construction, this simple device attaches easily to any Perkins Brailler. Permits fully contracted braille to be produced on the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] noisy fan in fridge

2008-01-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
My fan in the freezer is accessed from the inside. The screws go through a vent cover so they are really hard to feel. Good luck. At 02:28 PM 1/25/2008, you wrote: Thanks, I'll check, but I don't honestly recall there being any screws when I was in there giving the old bugger a good scrubbing.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Bill, The three things I don't have at my desk that I wish I did are a place the get the CPU off the floor, some really good device that would allow me to easily roll this monster out from the wall for cleaning the floor, and a nice neat way to harness all this spaghetti wiring. . I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Whitney, Dolphin Press To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2008 11:33 Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk Aloha Bill, The three things I don't have at my desk that I wish I did are a place the get the CPU off the floor

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
I'm a definite supporter of humor... grin At 11:30 AM 1/23/2008, you wrote: Thank you Betsy, This is precisely the type of thought I'm asking for in this thread. Your suggestions are very much appreciated -- unlike a few other wise asses whom shall go unmentioned!!! ;-) Hear that Dan, Dave,

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Yes, I know it shouldn't be on the floor, but I can't stand to have this thing humming in my ears all day. My CPU, fortunately, does not have air vents on the bottom. Betsy At 11:37 AM 1/23/2008, you wrote: It can be not a good idea to put the cpu on the floor as some of them take air in from

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Although it is true that it can be wasted space, since I am too cheap to buy a new space-saving monitor and I'm blind as a bat, I push the monitor back in that corner. Also, I thought of something else. This is always a dilemma. Do you put the desk right up against the wall so that nothing

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Brainstorming Design for Computer Desk

2008-01-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
A friend of mine has a fold-down piece on the side of her desk so that when she is working, she just folds out this board that matches the top of her desk and then there is three more feet of space for her kids to use. It has a leg that folds out to support it. The actual side of the desk has

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Just have a seat

2008-01-22 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
I wondered what the cleaning liquid does to dogs. If nothing else it would get them wet and smell like bathroom cleaner. That can't be good for them... At 08:57 AM 1/22/2008, you wrote: I think the new your ones may be different slightly, the ones in San Francisco are built by Decot, a french

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Intro and question.

2008-01-22 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
the fairly high humidity makes a wonderful place for roaches to live, party and breed. (LOL) Cy, the Ancient Okie _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Monday, January 21, 2008 3:55 PM To: blindhandyman

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Intro and question.

2008-01-21 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
/ http://reporter-guy.livejournal.com/ _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Sunday, January 20, 2008 10:40 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Intro and question. Allen, Welcome. What

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Cleaning with Vinegar

2008-01-20 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
These are really great! Thanks for taking the time to forward. I have several handy hints. If anyone would like them, let me know. They are too varied to list here. Betsy At 10:09 AM 1/20/2008, you wrote: Source: http://www.vinegartips.com/cleaning/ To shine chrome sink fixtures that have a lime

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Intro and question.

2008-01-20 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Allen, Welcome. What kind of critters are you trying to keep out? If it is ants or roaches, the answer is differnet than mice. At 05:06 PM 1/20/2008, you wrote: For a lot of you this will be a re-introduction. My name is Alan Wheeler and I live in Lincoln, Nebraska where I am currently

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Estimating Appliance and Home Electronic Energy Use

2008-01-19 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Estimating Appliance and Home Electronic Energy Use

2008-01-19 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
I didn't mean to start an off topic thread. But, it's really true. it is thirty-two cents here on the Big Island of Hawaii in the town of Hilo. At 06:28 PM 1/19/2008, you wrote: it's .13 here in Phila. But hawaii is an island chain, I'd not be surprised if it's .32 there. On Fri, 18 Jan 2008,

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Estimating Appliance and Home Electronic Energy Use

2008-01-18 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Ray, I just have to ask. Is the rate in this email of 8.5 cents per kilowatt hour real somewhere? Our rate is $.32. It is $.20 in Honolulu. Betsy At 05:37 PM 1/18/2008, you wrote: If you're trying to decide whether to invest in a more energy-efficient appliance or you'd like to determine

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Snakes, Alive

2008-01-16 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Well, Summer sounds great since, now don't laugh, it was 57 degrees inside my house this morning. We have no heat although we do have a wood burning stove. Since I was so cold, I decided just to wait for the sun to come out. However, we have no snakes, a fact that makes me most grateful. Betsy

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Ferrari lovers listen up

2008-01-03 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Great sound Larry. Thanks, Betsy At 06:11 AM 1/3/2008, you wrote: http://glumbert.com/media/rendezvous This is one of the old 6 cylinder cars. Their two places in the sound track where the driver misses a shift and again when the trans jumps out of third gear. Enjoy... I need to go breathe some

Re: [BlindHandyMan] gas? hell yes I got gas (conplete)

2007-05-28 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Shane, Congratulations and thank you for letting us know the rest of the story! Betsy At 05:42 PM 5/27/2007, you wrote: First, let me thank those of you who provided feedback. It was appreciated. Now to the fun part. This afternoon, I decided to implement the suggestion of using a baloon to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] pavers and stabilizers

2007-05-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Gene, In the archives there is a really great section about laying bricks and pavers. It is: 2. 7 Steps To Installing Your Own Walkway Or Driveway Good luck! Betsy At 12:50 PM 5/26/2007, you wrote: Ok, folks, it's time to fix the jungle, also known as our backyard. The proposed plan is

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Removing Stains Tips and Techniques

2007-05-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
water that the fabric can tolerate. Before drying, double check to make sure the stain was removed. If not, repeat the previous steps until it is. Hope this helps Ray - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40hawaii.rr.com[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Well, I did it.

2007-05-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Max, Congratulations. My dad has one of those and thinks it's the cat's meow. Happy building. Betsy At 06:57 PM 5/24/2007, you wrote: Against the advice of many of you I went ahead and bought the shop smith. It looked like the best deal for me and after all I'm the one who will be using

Re: [BlindHandyMan] gas leak detection

2007-05-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha listers, My gas company doesn't charge and the gas companies in California where I lived before don't charge. I didn't even have to tell them I had a zippo or that I was blind. Betsy At 08:37 AM 5/25/2007, you wrote: Yeah, Leny, I don't think are gas company even charges any thing, to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] pouring cement stairs.

2007-05-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Dan, Recently a friend had a similar problem in that they couldn't get a truck near the planned pouring area. They had the company bring a crane of some sort that dropped the cement mixer and other items they needed up on an area near the area to be cemented. Just a thought... Betsy At

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Removing Stains Tips and Techniques

2007-05-24 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
This is great! Anybody know how to get ink out of clothes Betsy At 11:59 AM 5/24/2007, you wrote: Hi All Beer Stain Removal Hints Beer stains are fairly easy to remove. If the stain is still wet, blot up as much as you can with a clean white cloth or paper towels. Never rub a stain. Mix a

Re: [BlindHandyMan] fraud is close to real, attention please!

2007-05-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha listers, One of the clues is that any email from PayPal that is real will have your name in it,. I know this is off topic but I had to respond. The address to send such emails to is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Betsy At 09:26 AM 5/23/2007, you wrote: We have talked about fraud before, on list; I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] water heater question

2007-05-21 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
they will charge to come out and perform the service. Need I say more? Shane - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, May 21, 2007 9:21 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] water heater question

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Ice Shields?

2007-05-19 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Lee, I really appreciate your offer to trade homes for the Winter, but I am such a wimp that I try not to leave the islands any time from mid October to the first of May. Besides that, I'd have to buy a jacket and wear shoes, yikes! Take care... Betsy At 10:08 AM 5/18/2007, you wrote:

RE: [BlindHandyMan] new washers

2007-05-19 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, Reading all of this about washers reminded me of this appliance that I encountered in a beach house rental back in the 70s. It was a front loading combination washer and dryer. First you washed the clothes and then you used another dial to set the thing to dry the clothes. It was

[BlindHandyMan] Ice Shields?

2007-05-17 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, Victor's message about the different kinds of things that are needed in different parts of the country to bring homes upto code was great and now, being a person who lives in Hawaii, what are ice shields on roofs? Thanks, Betsy To listen to the show archives go to link

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Ice Shields?

2007-05-17 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
DaleLeavens Come and meet Aurora, Nakita and Nanook at our polar bear habitat. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2007 9:49 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Ice Shields? Aloha, Victor's message about the different kinds

Re: [BlindHandyMan] new washers

2007-05-16 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha listers, I'd really like to know more about this item. If a brand or something could be provided, I think it would be great! Betsy At 02:16 AM 5/16/2007, you wrote: Lee, there are new washers now that take very little water, and you will pay for them. Washers that run in the range of 500

Re: [BlindHandyMan] So Frustrating

2007-05-05 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Bill, Testing At 07:14 AM 5/5/2007, you wrote: I am so darn frustrated right now, I just got a message regarding a lawn mower filter, but never received the initiating post or apparently other replies. And I never got my own test message. Sorry for all the complaining about this, but I'm

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Question about soaking the air cleaner oil foam in my new lawn mower

2007-05-04 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Vicki, I don't know the answer but I am a supporter of reading manuals myself. I can't tell you how many jobs could have been done in half the time around here if my other half would have read even the very first page of a manual. Growlll... Betsy At 06:47 AM 5/4/2007, you wrote: Hi

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Roof Of Steel

2007-05-04 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha everyone, I love my metal roof. We get between 150 and 200 inches of rain a year here. I have two valleys and the house is about 2000 square feet. I was able to get seamless gutters to match the roof. It is a light shade and really has cutdown on the heat in the house. After some

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Kitchen Renovations

2007-05-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Ray, I assume that hot plates are like what we call burners on our stovetops here. Is this true? Are they mounted right into the counter top? Just curious... I try to learn something new on occasion, grin. Betsy At 03:46 PM 5/2/2007, you wrote: Hi All Well I had yesterday off work to

[BlindHandyMan] Braille Overlays for stoves

2007-04-28 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha everyone, Does anyone know where to get braille overlays for Maytag Electric stoves? TIA, Betsy To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] hitting the ceiling

2007-04-24 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
We have the same junk on our ceiling. Since our home is 26 years old, we were warned that it may contain aspestus. One suggestion was to cover the whole mess with a hanging ceiling. Haven't done anything about it yet. Betsy At 12:35 AM 4/24/2007, you wrote: My little trophy wife wants to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Dis jointed email messages.

2007-04-23 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
No problem here, Robert... Betsy At 04:49 PM 4/23/2007, you wrote: Dan The last couple of BHM post I got from you, JAWS did not read them correctly. Is any one having this trouble? If not I think I may just need to restart my computer. Robert -Original Message- From:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Tool Sounds

2007-04-12 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Carl, Not sure what happened, but when I went to: http://www.findsounds.com and entered typewriter in the search box it worked. At 03:49 AM 4/12/2007, you wrote: that http does'nt work - Original Message - From: Glenn and Janaan To: handyman Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 2:19 PM

Re: [BlindHandyMan] CMU gets ready for the Nnext DARPA Grand Challenge

2007-04-05 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
NO, they need to stop, open their doors and invite us in, grin. Betsy At 10:58 AM 4/5/2007, you wrote: Dan, some real progress here, interesting. have you instructed them to detect blind folks, and when found, to stop immediately, beep the horn and race the engine so as to be sure the bat knows

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Off balance upright washer

2007-03-21 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha David, My stacking unit has adjustable legs on the front but the back legs are supposed to adjust automatically. On mine we had to tip the unit forward enough for those back legs to level themselves. You also might want to try calling the manufacturer for instructions. At 05:04 AM

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Covering up cat pee with paint.

2007-03-11 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
married my best friend. The one that I laugh with, live for, love. October 11, 2003 -Original Message- From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2007 4:02 PM

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Covering up cat pee with paint.

2007-03-10 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
David, I would try some product like Nature's Miracle to clean the area again. You don't say here what kind of floor you have, but the urine probably soaked into it. Also, if the cat sprayed on the wall and it is sheet-rock, you probably need to try the Nature's Miracle there too. You can

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping Grass Off A Fence

2007-03-09 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Bill, This may not be something you'd do, but a friend of mine sprays roundup about every four months along his fence. He tried putting bricks along there, but the grass still grew. Of course, we live in Hawaii and plants, weeds and grass grow everywhere. Betsy At 09:02 AM 3/9/2007, you

Re: [BlindHandyMan]grabber was Help!

2007-03-08 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Gerry, I think it is called a grabber. Betsy At 06:08 PM 3/7/2007, you wrote: Okay, folks. I'm going to try to get this grabber thing in the next couple of days. Exactly what do you call this grabber so I can speak the same language as the clerk? Gerry Yahoo!

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Help!

2007-03-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
AM 3/7/2007, you wrote: where do we get one? On Tue, 6 Mar 2007, Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press wrote: Gerry, I have this tool that I think is called a grabber. It has a long flexible bar that feels like a tight spring. You push a button on the top to open the claw-like prongs on the other

[BlindHandyMan] Portable ramps for wheelchair access

2007-03-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, We are designing a lanai/patio. I think I will be needing a portable ramp to make it accessible for people who use wheelchairs. We have 14 inches from the ground to the bottom of our sliding door and I don't really want to make the lanai that high. I know we have to slant away from

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Portable ramps for wheelchair access

2007-03-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
, rather than no ramp at all or one that you can't live with. In other words, steeper might be better here. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 4:15 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Portable ramps for wheelchair

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Wheel Chair Ramp Suggestions

2007-03-07 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Good idea, thanks. At 01:16 PM 3/7/2007, you wrote: Hi Betsy If you want a wheel chair ramp in a hurry buy a set of car ramps put them about five feet apart and screw decking boards to them. This will give you access where before there was none it might not be the correct slope but access will

[BlindHandyMan] Sliding screen door rollers

2007-03-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, Well, I guess it's time to do something about the screen on our sliding door. It runs off the track every other month... I looked to see if I could find a screw to take the rollers out so that I could take them to the hardware store, but can't seem to find anything that looks like a

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sliding screen door rollers

2007-03-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 11:27 AM To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Sliding screen door rollers Aloha all, Well, I guess it's time to do something

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sliding screen door rollers

2007-03-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Message- From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 11:27 AM To: blindhandyman-yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Sliding screen door rollers Aloha all, Well, I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Help!

2007-03-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Gerry, If the pipes are old, be careful with the compressed air. My friend was trying to clear a kitchen drain with one of those things and the drain pipe broke inside the wall. At 11:45 AM 3/6/2007, you wrote: I do not know the details, but there are compressed air cans for plumbing. You

RE: [BlindHandyMan] gas grills

2007-03-05 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha all, It is possible to find the email address for the person who sent a message by going to the top of a message. It is in the From: box. Betsy At 07:08 PM 3/4/2007, you wrote: Larry You did not provide your email. Send recipe to mailto:robertjmoore%40earthlink.net[EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] (hi marks) Flexible Pattern Braille cells

2007-03-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Lenny, I remember reading somewhere that this is now available in a clear substance as well as the bright orange. When I googled Hi Marks it took me to several places including American Foundation for the Blind. I saw references to Hi Marks on their website, but couldn't find anywhere to get

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Oil base paint question

2007-03-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Boop, I think it is the other way round. We were told that we could put oil-based over the water-based that we had. That was ten years ago and it still looks great. Betsy At 10:19 AM 3/2/2007, you wrote: Hi gang, I know you can not use water base paint over oil base paint. Is there

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Handy Man Tips

2007-03-02 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
And after you get all that tarnish off the silverware, wrap it in tissue paper and put it in a box with a piece of chalk. You'll never have to clean it again. Betsy Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- Great things are happening at Yahoo! Groups. See the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Flexible Pattern Braille cells

2007-02-28 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, I have a couple of questions: Does it actually have to be metal? Why does it have to be invisible to people who are sighted? I have lots of ideas, but need more information. Would it be possible to say what these items are and how much use they will get? This would help me to understand

Re: [BlindHandyMan] plastic shoe boxes

2007-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Lenny, I'm sorry that I've forgotten where you live, but it probably isn't nearly as humid there as it is here in Hawaii. I have some of those boxes and store lots of different things in them and have not had a problem with moisture. However, if she has real leather shoes, it might be good to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] plastic shoe boxes

2007-02-27 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
/lenny_mchugh/ - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40hawaii.rr.com[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:04 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] plastic shoe boxes Lenny, I'm

Re: [BlindHandyMan] static

2007-02-26 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, When I visit my parents in Reno, Nevada during this time of year, it is so dry and the static electricity is so bad that the shocks can actually be painful. I learned that if I use fabric softener or dryer sheets when I launder my clothes, it really helps. Also, I read a handy hint

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Fuses and light bulbs

2007-02-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha David, I am truly a chicken when it comes to electricity. When someone broke one of my light bulbs off in the socket, I used a pair of heavy rubber dishwashing gloves. Worked great! Betsy At 04:26 PM 2/24/2007, you wrote: Oh, yeah, I learned a lesson. Thing is, I was being _very_ careful.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Fuses and light bulbs

2007-02-25 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Ot tell them to bring their own... At 06:23 PM 2/24/2007, you wrote: hi, sence you are blind and don't use the lights just let the mext sited person that says some thing about no lights in your shop do it HA HA... - Original Message - From: David Engebretson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] The Two Thousand Visitor

2007-02-13 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha Ray and all, I must say that I'd never been to the archives for this list and am absolutely amazed and pleased with the result of all your hard work and efforts. I will be sending the site link out to plenty of friends. It was so easy just to click on the topic and be able to return to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Big Help For Hot Water

2007-02-08 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, Do you think that these will work on propane? We are watching our waterheater, thinking that it may be getting old. Betsy At 10:57 AM 2/8/2007, you wrote: Hi Everyone Big Help for Hot Water Tankless water heaters have been in use all over the world for fifty years, largely because of

RE: [BlindHandyMan] FW: [blind-gardener] Raised bed garden

2007-02-06 Thread Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press
Aloha, One thing I learned from others mistakes is to make the bed narrow enough so you can easily weed it. In our case, instead of making a bed that could be nine feet wide, we made two that are three feet wide. I don't know what people can use in the continental U.S. but since I have issues

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