RE: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw
The chain should not be moving when the engine is idling. Do not try to touch the bar or chain when the saw is at idle. There is much more to learn than just how to operate the saw. I did plenty of logging in my college days. The first thing to remember is not to be afraid of the saw. You need to respect it but don't be afraid of it. More injuries and property damage are caused by falling trees, limbs parts of logs etc that have just been cut than from the saw itself. Jim King From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 10:28 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw How fast is the chain moving when a saw is idling? earlier, John Sherrer, wrote: Some tips I have are: 1. Keep your blade sharp, since a dull blade may kick back. 2.I have found that if I lock my right elbow, which holds the handle of the chain saw, a kick back will not come near me, but will tend to go up. 3. Keep any helpers or other on lookers at least 10 feet away from you. You do not want them to get into your way. 4. Drag your feet to keep from tripping with your saw idling or turned off. 5. Do not be in a hurry. Think out every little task before you start to cut, and look for possibilities where something can go wrong and you getting hurt, take corrective action and continue. Many people use chain saws every day and do not get hurt. John http://WhiteCane.orghttp://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcomhttp://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.wshttp://anellos.ws - Original Message - From: Scott Howell mailto:s.howell%40verizon.nets.how...@verizon.net mailto:s.howell%40verizon.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 7:38 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw You know all this talk of chainsaws makes me wonder what is the best way to use one. I realize what makes them dangerous is the fact there is this chain that is buzzing along at a pretty good clip and something could cause it to snap at you. The problem is the bite is quite bad from what I hear. I imagine using the tip of the bar to cut is not a good idea as the saw could flip up or down and take off your nose or leg. grin However, being serious, I assume to prevent as many potential kickback situations, it is best to place the saw so whatever your cutting is as close to the motor as possible. Would that be correct and are there other tips? Is it best to cut so the saw is turned on its side instead of standing vertical? Maybe I should state it in this way. SHould the chain run always be held perpendicular to the work? I tried a chainsaw once, but for a very short time since there was a problem with it and I could not resolve the problem. I just took it back and used the handy handsaw. Well I have a tree that will require more than a handsaw. grin On Apr 6, 2010, at 6:57 PM, John Sherrer wrote: I have an Echo 650, a two cyclinder model that does not vibrate. You can use it all day without your hands numbing out on you. It is two big for your job unless you have future use. If you are close enough to power, an electric would be ideal. If this is your only job, or chanin saw use will be rare, buy a cheap one. If you want a good one, the Shindowa worm gear electric is good. If you live close to North Carolina, I would want to take the wood off your hands. By the way, I have not had the guts to use my Echo in several years. But if I had a good enough reason, I would use it. John http://WhiteCane.orghttp://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcomhttp://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.wshttp://anellos.ws - Original Message - From: RJ To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 9:15 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw If you don't want to use a chain saw, a bucksaw or cross saw does the job nicely with a little elbow grease. A electric chain saw would work well, if close to a outlet. A small gas chain saw of 12 inches is easy to handle. RJ - Original Message - From: Scott Berry To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 13:05 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw Hello there, I have some trees which are approximately 12 to 14 feet and 3 inches in diameter. These are wild plumb trees. What type and make of chain saw do you recommend. [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] [Non
RE: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw
The chain should not be moving when the engine is idling. Do not try to touch the bar or chain when the saw is at idle. There is much more to learn than just how to operate the saw. I did plenty of logging in my college days. The first thing to remember is not to be afraid of the saw. You need to respect it but don't be afraid of it. More injuries and property damage are caused by falling trees, limbs parts of logs etc that have just been cut than from the saw itself. Jim King From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 10:28 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw How fast is the chain moving when a saw is idling? earlier, John Sherrer, wrote: Some tips I have are: 1. Keep your blade sharp, since a dull blade may kick back. 2.I have found that if I lock my right elbow, which holds the handle of the chain saw, a kick back will not come near me, but will tend to go up. 3. Keep any helpers or other on lookers at least 10 feet away from you. You do not want them to get into your way. 4. Drag your feet to keep from tripping with your saw idling or turned off. 5. Do not be in a hurry. Think out every little task before you start to cut, and look for possibilities where something can go wrong and you getting hurt, take corrective action and continue. Many people use chain saws every day and do not get hurt. John http://WhiteCane.orghttp://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcomhttp://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.wshttp://anellos.ws - Original Message - From: Scott Howell mailto:s.howell%40verizon.nets.how...@verizon.net mailto:s.howell%40verizon.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 7:38 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw You know all this talk of chainsaws makes me wonder what is the best way to use one. I realize what makes them dangerous is the fact there is this chain that is buzzing along at a pretty good clip and something could cause it to snap at you. The problem is the bite is quite bad from what I hear. I imagine using the tip of the bar to cut is not a good idea as the saw could flip up or down and take off your nose or leg. grin However, being serious, I assume to prevent as many potential kickback situations, it is best to place the saw so whatever your cutting is as close to the motor as possible. Would that be correct and are there other tips? Is it best to cut so the saw is turned on its side instead of standing vertical? Maybe I should state it in this way. SHould the chain run always be held perpendicular to the work? I tried a chainsaw once, but for a very short time since there was a problem with it and I could not resolve the problem. I just took it back and used the handy handsaw. Well I have a tree that will require more than a handsaw. grin On Apr 6, 2010, at 6:57 PM, John Sherrer wrote: I have an Echo 650, a two cyclinder model that does not vibrate. You can use it all day without your hands numbing out on you. It is two big for your job unless you have future use. If you are close enough to power, an electric would be ideal. If this is your only job, or chanin saw use will be rare, buy a cheap one. If you want a good one, the Shindowa worm gear electric is good. If you live close to North Carolina, I would want to take the wood off your hands. By the way, I have not had the guts to use my Echo in several years. But if I had a good enough reason, I would use it. John http://WhiteCane.orghttp://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcomhttp://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.wshttp://anellos.ws - Original Message - From: RJ To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 9:15 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw If you don't want to use a chain saw, a bucksaw or cross saw does the job nicely with a little elbow grease. A electric chain saw would work well, if close to a outlet. A small gas chain saw of 12 inches is easy to handle. RJ - Original Message - From: Scott Berry To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 13:05 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] chain saw Hello there, I have some trees which are approximately 12 to 14 feet and 3 inches in diameter. These are wild plumb trees. What type and make of chain saw do you recommend. [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] [Non
RE: [BlindHandyMan] new tile floor- should I seal?
You should always seal grout. There are self-sealing grouts available but you should talk to your installer about them. If you are installing the floor yourself, use a fine sand grout and seal it. Jim King From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of lvmumford Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 5:06 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] new tile floor- should I seal? Hello everyone, I am new to this list and I have a question for the group. Hubby and I are blind and we are having our home remodeled with new tile floors put in our kitchen, dining room, sunroom, and utility room. The grout color will be a medium shade of bone with the grout lines 1/16 inch wide (the tiles themselves are large-- sorry I can't remember their exact dimensions). Anyway, I am getting conflicting advice as to whether or not to have the grout sealed. Some say sealing it is a waste because the grout line is so thin, the sealant will wear off, and you need to reseal every year. Others say that sealing the grout will help prevent the grout from absorbing food spills and stains (I have a guide dog with a very sensitive stomach), and becoming discolored. What is your advice? Much thanks, Linda [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Torx screw manufacture's information
Here is the manufactures information for the Torx screws. They manufacture a full line of screws and there is engineering data on their web site. The different products are not referred to as torx screws on the web site, they are referred to by their specific product name. I have used a variety of the products and have been happy with all of them. The man at my local lumber yard says they go out the door like crazy. www.grkfasteners.com Jim King [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Torx screw manufacture's information
Here is the manufactures information for the Torx screws. They manufacture a full line of screws and there is engineering data on their web site. The different products are not referred to as torx screws on the web site, they are referred to by their specific product name. I have used a variety of the products and have been happy with all of them. The man at my local lumber yard says they go out the door like crazy. www.grkfasteners.com Jim King [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Power Miter Saw
-Original Message- From: john schwery jschw...@embarqmail.com Sent: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 9:54 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Power Miter Saw So, what are the advantages of a miter saw over a radial arm saw? earlier, Dale Alton, wrote: I gont my 10 sliding from a pond shop and only paid about $100 for it. It is a Dellta Side kick. _ From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 7:54 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Power Miter Saw A good bit heavier, and because of the rails to slide on, they do take up a bit more room. [The entire original message is not included]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] new tape measure
Well, It may last a year. You might get more time out of it but it is hard to say. Just don't drop it. If you are doing heavy duty outdoor work on ladders and so on, the chances of dropping it are higher. The first time it is dropped, it is the beginning of the end. It may last for a very short time after dropping or you may get several more projects out of it. The first drop on a cement floor is the clincher. I have had at least four of these tapes and love them when they work. From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 9:13 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] new tape measure I primarily use it in the basement for wood working projects. I found by removing the belt clip I can fairly quickly set up my miter saw. By locking down the blade and the belt clip removed it can easily be held against the blade and back of the saw to keep it straight.I have used it to measure window blinds among many other things. - Original Message - From: Jim King j...@annabessacook.com mailto:jim%40annabessacook.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 8:39 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] new tape measure What kind of projects will you be using it for and I will guess on how long it will last. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 2:23 PM To: handyman-blind Subject: [BlindHandyMan] new tape measure Anyone want to start a pool on how long this one will work? Seriously, I ordered it from ILA Tuesday afternoon and it was just delivered. I have a UPS pipeline from N.Y. There is a UPS distribution center less than 5 miles from my home so things get here rather quickly. I will probably use the packing material to ship the broken ones across the big pond. --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. 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_ p PAGE_user_op=view_p agePAGE_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 mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links 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 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 mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links __ NOD32 4536 (20091023) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Repel Skunks Safely Easily - Natural Repellent
Moth balls will keep skunks away. I use them around buildings with great success -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Friday, September 18, 2009 8:25 AM To: handyman-blind Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Repel Skunks Safely Easily - Natural Repellent Lee, doing a quick search I also found this product. It may be worth a look. http://www.critter-repellent.com/skunk/skunk-repellent.php?source=GoogleAWg clid=CLOIgrOS-5wCFcZM5QodDUfzbQ 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_p agePAGE_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
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Bose
You can't beat the Bose. I have two of the Bose Wave system radios and the sound is very good. You can get a Braille remote, just ask the customer service representative when you talk with them. The Braille remote also comes with a Braille manual. You can figure out the system but the Braille manual is nice It also comes with an audio DC manual. Very Nice. J Jim King From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2009 8:58 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Bose the smaller Bose is about as good as it gets, really. You could get one of those satelite radios, but you have to buy a subscription. Other than that, any Panasonic, boom box, or especially an Aiwa or if Onkyo is making any. One brand that is as much name as performance is BO (Bahng and Olephson). They are good, and get design awards from interior decorators. But they are expensive and with some looking around you can get as good a sound for less. On Tue, 1 Sep 2009, Claudia wrote: Other ideas, then, on very small compact systems with good sound? Looking for something to put in my kitchen, to jam with, while cooking, cleaning up, etc. Claudia - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 11:20 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Bose For the most part they are over rated. They may sound good on a certain song which was used to demonstrate them but overall they don't really sound that good. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: m...@maxsmusicplace.com mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://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, funwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Claudia cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net mailto:cdelreal1973%40sbcglobal.net To: our-safe-ha...@googlegroups.com mailto:our-safe-haven%40googlegroups.com ; makinghouseworkeas...@googlegroups.com mailto:makinghouseworkeasier%40googlegroups.com Cc: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 5:13 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Bose Hi, Does anyone have a Bose system, and if so, is it really all that they say it is? We're thinking about such a system, but we're wondering if it's worth the money? Also, are those systems very complicated in nature? Thanks. Claudia Join either of my groups; the first is for visually-impaired women, while the other is for people wishing to discuss homemaking issues. our-safe-haven-subscr...@googlegroups.com mailto:our-safe-haven-subscribe%40googlegroups.com makinghouseworkeasier-subscr...@googlegroups.com mailto:makinghouseworkeasier-subscribe%40googlegroups.com 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 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 mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] What is the best color identifier?
Which color identifier is the most accurate? I don't know the make of the one I have but purple is often gray and green is also gray. This is the case even with a new set of batteries. Maybe I have a color blind color identifier. Jim King [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] KEEP Y COMPUTER CLEAN
Does anyone have recommendation for an anti virus/security program that is accessible with JAWS on a Vista computer? Jim [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] KEEP Y COMPUTER CLEAN
Thanks, I will check it out right now _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don Sent: Saturday, May 16, 2009 11:08 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] KEEP Y COMPUTER CLEAN Hello Jim, I have been using Vipre, antivirus, and anti spywear, by sunbelt, now for around six months. Works with screen readers, very accessable. Will cost you $39 a year, for two computers, and $49 a year, for a unlimited home site licens. Talk later. - Original Message - From: Jim King To: Blind Handymen's Forum Sent: Saturday, May 16, 2009 5:35 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] KEEP Y COMPUTER CLEAN Does anyone have recommendation for an anti virus/security program that is accessible with JAWS on a Vista computer? Jim [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] Best, cheap, Audible level?
Hello, The best is not cheap. If you are looking for a good level, get a spirit level they come from RNIB. You can probably get one from Independent Living Aids. I have one I bought over ten years ago and it is just as plumb as the day I got it. It is very rugged and precise.. and is 24 inches long. It will set you back about 129 or more but is worth every bit of it if you need quality tools. _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Saturday, May 02, 2009 2:10 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Best, cheap, Audible level? Best and cheap don't really go together. Probably the best you can buy for not much is the one from MaxiAids. It may well be the Zircon, they won't say. If that is the most you can afford, you can do ok by getting one and attaching it to a regular 4 foot model. The one from MaxiAids is only about 10 inches long. When I got mine, I used zip ties to attach it to my larger level. - Original Message - From: Keith Patterson To: Blind HandyMan Sent: Saturday, May 02, 2009 9:06 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Best, cheap, Audible level? Any one got an idea on the Best, cheap, Audible level? Sorry if this has been covered before, I kind of just linger in the back ground and don't get to all the threads on this list. Keith Patterson kpatt...@tampabay. mailto:KPatter2%40TampaBay.RR.Com RR.Com Where am I to go, when I have gone to far? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] telephone headset
I am looking for a headset to use with my land-line phone that will take the place of the actual receiver. I need to be able to listen to JAWS in one ear and the phone conversation in the other ear. Are there any suggestions for a good quality headset like this? Jim [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Saws All Problem
I have the same saw and it is a great saw. This happened to me once also. In my case, there was nothing wrong with the saw. The problem was that the variable speed control was turned all the way down. The control is easy to miss, it is on the side of the grip near the cord and pretty much flush with the surface. Check it first. _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tom Hodges Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 10:04 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Saws All Problem I have a Milwaukee Saws All and I picked it up to use it the other day and it just hums, it won't run. Someone suggested that the problem might be the brushes. Does anyone know how to change the brushes on a Saws All and the best place is to buy the brushes? Thanks, Tom [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] radio for listening to TV
I am looking for a radio that I can listen to TV on. I would like a good quality one that can receive a signal through the TV cable. A second question, I have a Bose Wave radio. Is there any way that I can get it to play audio from a TV signal? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] toilet water level
Philip is right but it is much more urgent. Take care of it immediately. If you cannot take care of it with a plunger then call a plumber or Roto Rooter right away. Jim King j...@annabessacook.com _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Philip Theron Sent: Saturday, February 28, 2009 6:59 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] toilet water level Hi that sound like the down pipe is blocked and it will progressively get worse. You can try to un bloc it with a plunger, [that is forcing the obstacle down the pipe as to create a free flow.] If you don't manage with a plunger you will need to get someone in with a long rod that can open it professional. Philip Theron Piano tuner Piano Music House Tel.: [021] 948 6995 Cell: [083] 635 6349 Fax: [021] 949 8650 Email: phi...@isales. mailto:philip%40isales.co.za co.za www.pianomusichouse.co.za - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@ mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 23, 2009 8:16 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] toilet water level Hey Guys, Ok, I still have not tried the solution for my shower problem. Well, actually I tried and my two year old fount the cup of vinegar and shower parts about thirty minutes into the soaking and promptly poured it out on the floor. So I had a really clean floor. *smile* This did however prompt my husband to take over the project and leave only the one shower head in. He seems to have forgotten the reason we moved to this arrangement to begin with. Anyway, today it is my toilet again. Of course my mother is here visiting when this has to happen. *sigh* The toilet bowl fills up all the way to the top when you flush it. It looks like it is going to overflow apparently. The flushing sound just does not sound powerful enough either. I mean the actual sound of it all going down, not just the sound that is triggered by moving the lever and starting the water moving in the tank. Is this an adjustment problem, or something bigger do you think? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.2/1965 - Release Date: 2009/02/21 03:36 PM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Accessible land line phone
Does anyone know of a good accessible cordless landline phone? No need for large buttons or low vision features, just accessible menus. Jim King j...@annabessacook.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible land line phone
So, as I understand in, none of the setup menus on these phones have voice output? What ever happened to section 255 of the Tele Communications Act? Jim King j...@annabessacook.com _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Victor Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 2:20 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible land line phone Hi Jim, About the only mainstream land line phone that I know of is the Panasonic model of cordless phones with the model numbers beginning with KX. There is one with the letters KX-TG and those also have the feature, however, the only accessibility feature on all those phones are the fact that they come with talking caller I.D. right out of the box, with no need to set it up or anything. The particular model I have actually tells you when the phone needs to be charged up with a male voice, and the caller I.D comes through with a female voice. Be aware that the battery low message does not come on all of these model phones, so it's actually hit and miss. I could check the model number of the one I have and get back to you, so let me know. These model phones are cordless in nature, meaning there are no corded models, and require an external power source that the plug must plug into. Lastly, the base is expandable to up to six handsets, and in some cases, the package already comes with three handsets in the box, and the handsets only need to sit on their respective chargers, as no phone line is required for the expanded handsets, so all you need to do is plug in the chargers and leave them alone. I would recommend you place each of the extra handsets on the base for a few seconds, though, if only to re-code them to the proper base frequency, but once that's done, you simply have to place the other handsets in their chargers and that's it. They range in price from 99.99 at Radio Shack to up to 199.99 for the triple handset model. I should note that Radio Shack is currently having a sale on this model phone for 99.99, so you may want to check this out. Other than that, I have never heard of a totally accessible phone. As Dave said, if you hear of one, please forward that information to the list. Oh, and just in case you're not aware of this, Radio Shack is now The Source By Circuit City, so if you don't see a Rad Shack in your neck of the woods, try looking for the Source. Hope this helps. Victor Co-moderator Blind Movie Buffs List Guidedogs List [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
