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Auto defrost freezer doesn't
I have a cheap cabinet freezer that's supposed to auto-defrost but it doesn't do that anymore. Is there anything I can look at with a view to fixing it? Or is it time to replace it? TIA.
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I don't beleive it
I check and log my smart meter's readings, every Sunday morning. Gas, electric, water and then feed the reading into a spread sheet, which then calculates the cost of each for the week, based on unit...
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Stannah 420 beeper
I have recently installed a Stannah 420, after a battery charge problem was resolved the lift performs perfectly. My issue now is the annoying beep during operation, I appreciate the safety issues...
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Hoover aristocrat dryerwatwr not collecting in tank
Hi all, I have a Hoover Aristocrat condenser tumble dryer. I was having to empty the tank In the door after every couple Of uses. Now it?s staying empty! Clothes are drying, but where is the water...
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Radial: to spur or not to spur ?
I've got radials going to far bedrooms and holes drilled through the walls in some places for a socket either side. I could wire them as short spurs, (with 3 wires sharing socket terminals) or I could...
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Re: Leaky rad bleed valve - easy to fix?
Is that picture on it's side or upside down? If you put PTFE tape on it, it's not likely to function as a bleed valve any more. You're far better with a new one. http://tinypic.com/m/k0seow/3
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Re: Leaky rad bleed valve - easy to fix?
Not worth faffing about - fit a new one for 3 quid. Order online at Screwfix.com. Nickel finish. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 5 minutes. Order online at Screwfix.com. Nickel...
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Submersible water heaters
(Reminded by thread about moody Chinese heaters) I need a submersible heater, something like an aquarium heater would be great if I could find one that got the water hot, 50C or more. It would sit in...
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Clocks - and generic information panels
That thread on clocks and the mention of a WIFI clock got me thinking: Has anyone ever made a clock based around an inexpensive Android pad or even a Pi + screen combo? Something that just sits on the...
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hydro electric
Has anybody who has not got a water meter ever thought about installing a small hydro electric generator to reap back some of the water and lecy bills?
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TOT Amazon prime
Delivered Sunday by at 7:20am. Text message sent at 6:30 stating a 30 minute delivery slot and a phone call from the driver 10 minutes before delivery. AO - the online electricals store. Incredible...
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gaslecy
Only you can tell by looking at the bills and useage. Have you ever switched supplier and if you have when does(did) that contract end?
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Freeview CatchUp in EPG
The ability to scroll back via a TV's to TV programs which have already been shown or even which are already mid way through. Is the program list served up via the antenna, or the connection to the...
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Shower tap servicing
Embedded shower tap is dripping badly now from overhead faucet. Can anyone advise from pic what is required to fix it - I presume a replacement cartridge of some sort but will this only be apparent...
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Mad question about electric clock
There is a radio controlled clock at my former workplace. As I installed it, I am still getting the blame that it is not working. I'll check the battery voltage but it does seem to me that the battery...
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