The first thing to do is replace the thermocouple. It is a simple fix, not expensive, and the TC is the most prone to failure. KrazyKyngeKorny (Krazy, not...
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DoIt_Yourself@yahoogr...
Jul 1, 2011 8:11 am
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Mike Shoaf
mike.shoaf
Jul 1, 2011 10:12 am
a gas appliance with a "standing pilot" - one that stays on all the time - relies on a thermocouple to keep the pilot valve open. if shut off, they may not...
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suzie
suzyduki
Jul 1, 2011 12:54 pm
the very first thing is did you bleed the line? it can sometimes take a minute or two. I always start with the simple inexpensive things then move on to...
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Grumpy
grumpy_44134
Jul 1, 2011 3:51 pm
I posted 2 pictures of the plastic insert that fits into the soap holder. My house was built in 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio....
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 1, 2011 3:58 pm
I believe they were intended either for small individual drinking glasses or soap dishes. The retainer portion is probably long gone and would be very...
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subprong
Jul 1, 2011 5:00 pm
Thanks Ray, Mike and Suzie. I checked out a couple of videos on changing the thermocouple and I'm going to give that a try this weekend. It was noted as...
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Mike Shoaf
mike.shoaf
Jul 1, 2011 7:15 pm
if it doesn't heat at all, check the thermocouple. if it heats some times, check the setting on the thermostat on the unit. bleeding the gas lines ensures that...
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Jan Flood
janfloodstudios
Jul 2, 2011 5:16 pm
They had a Keurig at the B&B where I stayed in New Orleans. First time I'd seen them - I liked the fact it was fast, made one cup at a time and the selection...
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ThuNguyet
thunguyetng
Jul 2, 2011 7:54 pm
Hello, Thank you everyone for giving me your opinions on what I have to do. It looks like there will be a lot of elbow work. I will clean the floor little by...
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sirpackyderm
Jul 4, 2011 4:28 am
All the connections in the breaker box with aluminum cable has what looks like black goo or melted insulation. The main one coming in from the power supplier,...
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 4, 2011 4:30 am
They are supposed to. Dale in the Flat Lands sirpackyderm wrote: Do electricians us a dielectric paste on these connections?...
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sirpackyderm
Jul 4, 2011 5:05 am
Thanks. My wife thinks the insulation looks a little melted but I am not so sure. Since it has been taken apart and looks to be part gooey and part dried out...
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 4, 2011 5:09 am
If it were me, I would pull the meter and after insuring all circuits were dead, I'd double check all connections. However if this is beyond your skill level,...
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Ray Kornele
krazykyngekorny
Jul 4, 2011 5:49 am
When you use aluminum wire, you use a paste called Noalox. It is a dark grey paste, which prevents aluminum from oxidizing. If the Noalox is not used, ...
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sirpackyderm
Jul 4, 2011 6:58 am
Thanks, I will get some and redo the connections before I put it back together. The city put a new digital meter in June 7. Did not tell us. My wife just...
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wired
wiringdallas
Jul 4, 2011 1:16 pm
Aluminum wire has that aluminum oxide inhibitor applied when installed. There is no need to reapply if the connections are not corroded. It looks nasty, but...
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oren s
oren_seliger
Jul 4, 2011 3:35 pm
Hi Everyone. I have black mildew around the ceiling in my bathroom. How do I get rid of it and is there a special paint to use for bathrooms so it won't happen...
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 4, 2011 3:38 pm
The only real long term cure is ventilation. Dale in the Flat Lands oren s wrote: I have black mildew around the ceiling in my bathroom. How do I get rid of it...
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Ray Kornele
krazykyngekorny
Jul 4, 2011 3:47 pm
When the Power Company changed ours, the guy wired around the meter temporarily to keep the power going while he made the swap. The power in the house was...
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sirpackyderm
Jul 4, 2011 5:09 pm
While the thought and task of pulling the meter is OK with me I am not about to do so. We buy electricity from the city. They would have a cow and open a BIG...
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terrijess
mom2jess97
Jul 4, 2011 6:42 pm
bleach and there is bathroom paint, but leave window open while showering will help if you do not have a fan. ... From: Dale S To:...
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wduke2
Jul 4, 2011 7:25 pm
This sin't exactly DIY but it might lead to it. We want to buy a used travel trailer but are just mystified by all the brands, types etc. on the market....
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 4, 2011 7:56 pm
One of the advantages of small town living is that we are able to go to the power plant and get a new seal if we need to pull the meter for some legitimate...
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Ron Johnson
ronjohnson_1999
Jul 4, 2011 8:00 pm
All bathrooms are supposed to have either a window or an exhaust vent to prevent this situation. I guess we are all assuming there is no leak from above....
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vivian stockwell
vivstockwell
Jul 4, 2011 8:08 pm
I ad the same problem a little while ago. =( I used bleach cleaner, then used indoor/outdoor paint with a gloss to it (semi, I think) It's been a month w/ no...
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Dale S
flat_land_dale
Jul 4, 2011 8:16 pm
There are any number of mildew resistant paints. Here is one link for a start. http://www.buzzle.com/articles/mildew-resistant-paint.html Dale in the Flat...
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Jerry Gmail
jhnidy
Jul 4, 2011 8:42 pm
Some seals can be bought on eBay. Google Jer Woodhaven, Mi From: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com [mailto:DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dale S Sent:...
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Joy Rex
jmr1290
Jul 4, 2011 9:02 pm
I'm still seething about the stealth digital TV conversion. Bought a nice little kitchen under-cabinet radio/CD/TV just before that conversion (and I wondered...
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petey_racer
Jul 4, 2011 10:52 pm
"If it were me, I would pull the meter and after insuring all circuits were dead, I'd double check all connections. However if this is beyond your skill...
