Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator not cooling question?
does the motor run? i'm in the north east of the UK you can contackt me on skype carlf16 and joine my list for unabridged audiobooks send a blank email to ub_ab_bookspace+subscr...@googlegroups.com - Original Message - From: Blake Hardin To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:05 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator not cooling question? Hey all, i had a refrigerator that was a stack, meaning a freezer on top and the frig on bottom. Anyway i had it unplugged for a while then went to plug it in to put food in it. It cooled for a while but then stopped cooling all at once and now when i plug it up it doesn't cool at all. It was about a year old when it did this and now its probably two years old because its been sitting for a year being used for snack storage lol. Anyway any ideas on how to check it? I was thinking about just throwing it out. Thanks. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on it's way
Well, they just picked up the unit. I inquired about why it must be running. They want to make sure that the compressor is running so they can easily extract the Freon. The unit will be totally dismantled and everything that can be salvaged will. They even strip the copper winding from the motor so yellow metals are sorted as are Ferris steel and aluminum. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer
Next week when the new unit is delivered the old one will be relocated to the basement. Since this is a backup and holds cold drinks I thought about using a timer to help cut the electric costs. I thought about cutting the power from 10 at night to about 7 in the morning. Normally it is opened once or twice a day for a coke or my grandson's fruit drink. The freezer is not really used although I may hook up the ice maker for holiday or picnic use. Is there any harm in cutting the power on a frost free unit? I know it goes into a defrost cycle every 8 hours. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer
Lenny, So, if you are considering just saving some money, how much does a timer cost VS how much will you save in electricity? I mean, a fridge can't cost more than 6 or 8 bucks a month to run, and you would save less than a third of that. OK, so maybe you would save 20 or 30 bucks a year which would probably recover the cost of the timer in a year or so. I assume you aren't doing this to save energy, because having a second refrigerator is not really an energy saver to begin with. Hmm, can you disconnect the frost free system? Don't know if that is possible or not, but might save as well. What about selling it, and purchasing a newer, more efficient, smaller fridge? Which would probably consume less energy than the larger older fridge even with the timer scheme. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer
Dan, I tend to agree with you. Turning off the frig and then turning it back on to cool down the contents just can't save that much money because you will have to overcome the heat which the contents have gained. A frig which is rarely opened will usually hold it's temp pretty well and run very little. Cy From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dan Rossi Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 8:07 PM To: bhm Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer Lenny, So, if you are considering just saving some money, how much does a timer cost VS how much will you save in electricity? I mean, a fridge can't cost more than 6 or 8 bucks a month to run, and you would save less than a third of that. OK, so maybe you would save 20 or 30 bucks a year which would probably recover the cost of the timer in a year or so. I assume you aren't doing this to save energy, because having a second refrigerator is not really an energy saver to begin with. Hmm, can you disconnect the frost free system? Don't know if that is possible or not, but might save as well. What about selling it, and purchasing a newer, more efficient, smaller fridge? Which would probably consume less energy than the larger older fridge even with the timer scheme. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer
I was hoping to save a little wherever I could. Between my power tools ac units etc my electric bill is pretty high. Karen stores a lot of things that would not fit in the main unit. I already have several heavy duty timers. I use them for Christmas lights so sitting in the basement for about 11 months. I think that this thing eats between 8 and 10 dollars a month. I plan to let it sit for a few weeks before firing it up. It is 11 years old and I would assume that the insulation is wet causing it to run an excessive amount of time. When I purchased it the estimated cost was about 40 dollars a year and that was long before the rate increases. -- From: Dan Rossi d...@andrew.cmu.edu Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 10:06 PM To: bhm blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer Lenny, So, if you are considering just saving some money, how much does a timer cost VS how much will you save in electricity? I mean, a fridge can't cost more than 6 or 8 bucks a month to run, and you would save less than a third of that. OK, so maybe you would save 20 or 30 bucks a year which would probably recover the cost of the timer in a year or so. I assume you aren't doing this to save energy, because having a second refrigerator is not really an energy saver to begin with. Hmm, can you disconnect the frost free system? Don't know if that is possible or not, but might save as well. What about selling it, and purchasing a newer, more efficient, smaller fridge? Which would probably consume less energy than the larger older fridge even with the timer scheme. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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] refrigerator on timer
Lenny, I feel that the refrigerator will consume less than half that amount if it is only opened once or so per day. Man, when you open that refrigerator fairly often in a hot kitchen the cool inside just gets wiped completely out also causing tremendous moisture as well. It is just like our house with the grandchildren runnin in and out all day. In the summer the heat just seems to run in as fast as it can and in the winter the cold fills the room faster than you can say Jack Robinson. (lol) Unfortunately we are running two refrigerators in the kitchen and one of them is 7 years old. Cy From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 8:41 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer I was hoping to save a little wherever I could. Between my power tools ac units etc my electric bill is pretty high. Karen stores a lot of things that would not fit in the main unit. I already have several heavy duty timers. I use them for Christmas lights so sitting in the basement for about 11 months. I think that this thing eats between 8 and 10 dollars a month. I plan to let it sit for a few weeks before firing it up. It is 11 years old and I would assume that the insulation is wet causing it to run an excessive amount of time. When I purchased it the estimated cost was about 40 dollars a year and that was long before the rate increases. -- From: Dan Rossi d...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 10:06 PM To: bhm blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer Lenny, So, if you are considering just saving some money, how much does a timer cost VS how much will you save in electricity? I mean, a fridge can't cost more than 6 or 8 bucks a month to run, and you would save less than a third of that. OK, so maybe you would save 20 or 30 bucks a year which would probably recover the cost of the timer in a year or so. I assume you aren't doing this to save energy, because having a second refrigerator is not really an energy saver to begin with. Hmm, can you disconnect the frost free system? Don't know if that is possible or not, but might save as well. What about selling it, and purchasing a newer, more efficient, smaller fridge? Which would probably consume less energy than the larger older fridge even with the timer scheme. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer
If it's that old, it's time to replace it with a newer power saving unit. And I would suggest an upright deep freeze over a chest type. The upright model has shelves and it makes it easier to sort out foods. If you want to save money, look for a manual defrost model. You'll have to defrost it twice a year or maybe 3 times a year if you live in a high humidity area. We've had one for years and the money you save by buying in bulk helps pay for the thing.If the power goes off, as long as you don't open the door on the deep freeze, it can hold out for several days. I only paid 250 bucks for mine about 10 years ago. The shelves are fixed in the door and the shelves in the box are not adjustable but what do you expect in a bear bones unit. We were after a deep freeze that was cheap and wasn't going to brake the bank or run up the power bill. In the run, it beat having a second refrigerator. Alan Please click on: http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alanandsuzanne/ There, you'll find files of my arrangements and performances played on the Yamaha Tyros keyboard. I often add files so check back regularly! The albums in Technics format formerly on my website are still available upon request. - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh lmch...@verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 7:41 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer I was hoping to save a little wherever I could. Between my power tools ac units etc my electric bill is pretty high. Karen stores a lot of things that would not fit in the main unit. I already have several heavy duty timers. I use them for Christmas lights so sitting in the basement for about 11 months. I think that this thing eats between 8 and 10 dollars a month. I plan to let it sit for a few weeks before firing it up. It is 11 years old and I would assume that the insulation is wet causing it to run an excessive amount of time. When I purchased it the estimated cost was about 40 dollars a year and that was long before the rate increases. -- From: Dan Rossi d...@andrew.cmu.edu Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 10:06 PM To: bhm blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator on timer Lenny, So, if you are considering just saving some money, how much does a timer cost VS how much will you save in electricity? I mean, a fridge can't cost more than 6 or 8 bucks a month to run, and you would save less than a third of that. OK, so maybe you would save 20 or 30 bucks a year which would probably recover the cost of the timer in a year or so. I assume you aren't doing this to save energy, because having a second refrigerator is not really an energy saver to begin with. Hmm, can you disconnect the frost free system? Don't know if that is possible or not, but might save as well. What about selling it, and purchasing a newer, more efficient, smaller fridge? Which would probably consume less energy than the larger older fridge even with the timer scheme. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator issue solved
Well we have the refrigerator issue solved. First for the switch I got an electrician in. Looking over the dilemma he is able to use the light switch boxes a junction box and extend the raceway down to the floor then run into the basement and up inside the wall between the dining room and basement stairway. As far as for the actual unit we now have many more possibilities. The unit that we planned to purchase did not have one good review. Thought we saw one that would work but not sure of the size so called the manufacturer. With handle it is over 32 inches eliminating it. The girl said that she would not use the handles. I thought about that but did not want to suggest it to the boss. Here she also considered it but did not want to suggest it to me. After 36 years one would think that we would have better communication skills. Anyway with that in mind we most likely could get something bigger than 18.2 cu ft. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator!
Hey Michael, I had not heard of a system that allowed for operation of the water etc. with the filter out. THis is of course a nice benefit in the event you do not have one and need to still use the water. I know the replacement process is pretty simple for all the units I have encountered. If they made the process to complicated,, no one would bother replacing the filter. grin On Jul 23, 2010, at 10:58 PM, Michael baldwin wrote: i do not need to with mine,and it is a Kenmore. just twist and pull. i am guessing there is a valve that is turned when i have to twist the filter to disengage it. My ice and water keep working with no filter installed as well. When replacing one, it is good to run water through the system, this helps to clean out any manufacturing debris, and purge air from the system. Michael _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 12:07 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Don't you have to shut off the water while changing the filter? 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 transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.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: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net mailto:s.howell%40verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 4:29 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net mailto:cdelreal1973%40sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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] Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator filter instructions
Hi, This is really interesting. I have a Whirlpool side by side circa 2003 from Sears and the filter is located at the top of the frig door. To change the filter just pull the old filter out and put in the new one. Now, previously I owned a side by side circa 1993 and there was no onboard filter. I installed an external filter with a cutoff just before the little filter. Same thing, turn off the water, remove the old filter and install the new one. Frankly I may well install an external filter on my current frig as the external filter is at least half the cost of the wonderful Sears filter. (LOLLOLLOL) We have an electrostatic filtering system on the house water supply so the frig filter seems to last a long time. Cy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Scott Howell Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 7:05 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator filter instructions This sure is a lot more work than is absolutely necessary. I have not had to drain water from the filter system. I simply open the fridge, twist the filter loose, and just make sure things look good in there, and finally install the new filter. I wonder if these instructions are for a particular fridge. On Jul 23, 2010, at 4:25 PM, RJ wrote: When you are going to change and add your refrigerator water filter replacement, ensure that you have at least cut down the supply of water. It will hasten the replacement process. 3. Reduce the pressure that is present in your filter. Besides the water supply, you must also lower down the pressure that you can find inside your existing refrigerator water filter. You do not want the sudden outburst of water to hinder your ability to change your water filter. What's more, it makes things much messier, and you will be dealing with a lot of cleanup later on. 4. Remove the filter casing. Water filters are usually protected with casing. For you to successfully add your refrigerator water filter replacement, you have to remove the casing at least temporarily. It is so much convenient for you to do this process first as you exactly identify the water filters. To remove it, you may have to unscrew the bolts first. 5. Clean the filtration system. Do not automatically replace the refrigerator water filter. You still have to clean the casing and the entire area first. Watch out for any present debris, impurity, and sediment that can mix with your water and your new filter. http://www.allwaterpurification.com/replace-refrigerator-water-filter.html [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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] Refrigerator!
Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: blindhandyman-dig...@yahoogroups.com blindhandyman-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: blindhandyman-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator!
Don't you have to shut off the water while changing the filter? Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: m...@maxsmusicplace.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 transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, funwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 4:29 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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] Refrigerator!
Only if you don't want water all over the place. There should be a shut off at the filter. RJ - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 1:07 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Don't you have to shut off the water while changing the filter? Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: m...@maxsmusicplace.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 transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, funwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 4:29 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator!
I have not heard of any need to shut off the water. THe fridge will have an interlock that will disable use of the ice maker and water dispenser while you change the filter. In fact with the filter that is inside the fridge cabinet, typically opening the door is sufficient for disabling the use of water. SO, you do not need to shut off the water supply to change the filter and if you do, find another brand of fridge because that surely would be a very poorly designed unit. On Jul 23, 2010, at 1:28 PM, RJ wrote: Only if you don't want water all over the place. There should be a shut off at the filter. RJ - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 1:07 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Don't you have to shut off the water while changing the filter? Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: m...@maxsmusicplace.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 transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, funwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 4:29 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator!
i do not need to with mine,and it is a Kenmore. just twist and pull. i am guessing there is a valve that is turned when i have to twist the filter to disengage it. My ice and water keep working with no filter installed as well. When replacing one, it is good to run water through the system, this helps to clean out any manufacturing debris, and purge air from the system. Michael _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 12:07 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Don't you have to shut off the water while changing the filter? 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 transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.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: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net mailto:s.howell%40verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 23, 2010 4:29 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator! Hi Claudia, To the best of my knowledge, most will have these filters. You generally will find the filter in one of two places. The first place is inside the fridge, near the top. It may be a short cylinder, which hangs vertically near the rear of the cabinet. Some filters are long cylinders that are mounted horizontaly and generally mounted on either side of the cabinet. Another place you will find filters is at the bottom of the unit behind the kick plate. In most cases you should not have to remove the kick plate to access the filter. In this case the filter will be mounted parallel to the floor. Regardless of the configuration, these filters generally require just a twist to unlock them from the mounting. You will find that most of these filters will have a handle that you can grab to remove or install it and I have even seen one where you remove the filter, pull a cap off the bottom, which is actually a part of the fridge and matches the kick plate, and you put on the new filter, before installation. I hope this helps and there may be other configurations I am not aware of that others can share. On Jul 22, 2010, at 11:14 PM, Claudia wrote: hi, Our fridge has a water dispenser. Are there filters that are supposed to be changed periodically, and if so, where do I find these filters! Claudia Windows Messenger: cdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net mailto:cdelreal1973%40sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5299 (20100721) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator filter instructions
This sure is a lot more work than is absolutely necessary. I have not had to drain water from the filter system. I simply open the fridge, twist the filter loose, and just make sure things look good in there, and finally install the new filter. I wonder if these instructions are for a particular fridge. On Jul 23, 2010, at 4:25 PM, RJ wrote: When you are going to change and add your refrigerator water filter replacement, ensure that you have at least cut down the supply of water. It will hasten the replacement process. 3. Reduce the pressure that is present in your filter. Besides the water supply, you must also lower down the pressure that you can find inside your existing refrigerator water filter. You do not want the sudden outburst of water to hinder your ability to change your water filter. What's more, it makes things much messier, and you will be dealing with a lot of cleanup later on. 4. Remove the filter casing. Water filters are usually protected with casing. For you to successfully add your refrigerator water filter replacement, you have to remove the casing at least temporarily. It is so much convenient for you to do this process first as you exactly identify the water filters. To remove it, you may have to unscrew the bolts first. 5. Clean the filtration system. Do not automatically replace the refrigerator water filter. You still have to clean the casing and the entire area first. Watch out for any present debris, impurity, and sediment that can mix with your water and your new filter. http://www.allwaterpurification.com/replace-refrigerator-water-filter.html [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.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 * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: blindhandyman-dig...@yahoogroups.com blindhandyman-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: blindhandyman-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator
HI, I have a 10 year old sears refrigerator that makes a banging noise when it turns off.. Someone said that the compressor needs to be leveled so how to you do this.. Do you level the hole refrigerator this one has the little wheels on it for moving it and I can't see how to level it or is there some way to level the compressor it self?? Also the banging seems to come and go like it will start to bang a little then get worse threw out the day then it will start to get better after a few hours then start over again.. Any ideas any help would be nice.. ROB FROM MINNESOTA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator
Really has nothing to do with leveling. That's usually a sign of a little air in the system. The wheels to move the fridge are usually adjustable but getting to them is a trick. The easiest fix would be to put a piece of something like the stiffer Styrofoam or something similar between the compressor and whatever it's bottoming out on. Just something to absorb the shock when it stops running. - Original Message - From: Rob Monitor To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 6:33 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator HI, I have a 10 year old sears refrigerator that makes a banging noise when it turns off.. Someone said that the compressor needs to be leveled so how to you do this.. Do you level the hole refrigerator this one has the little wheels on it for moving it and I can't see how to level it or is there some way to level the compressor it self?? Also the banging seems to come and go like it will start to bang a little then get worse threw out the day then it will start to get better after a few hours then start over again.. Any ideas any help would be nice.. ROB FROM MINNESOTA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Compressor Klunk
I have a GE Profile series side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, about 15-years-old, 21 cubic feet, model TPX21PR, TPX21BR. The compressor had always been silent until recently it started making a loud clunk when shutting down. The noise is the internal compressor motor hitting its external casing. I checked the compressor mount and it is OK. The refrigerator is level side-to-side and front-to-back. Is the shutdown clunk a sign of bad things to come? - Gil Laster Charlotte, NC [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator/freezer gasket tip
I knew someone that had a refrigeration repair and second hand shop. Years ago he gave me a few tips. For the door gasket take a piece of paper and close the door on it. If you can pull it out with very little or no resistance use a hairdryer to heat that section. While heating you must pull on it holding it out until it gets hot. Then hold it until it cools. This should help make the gasket make a good seal for about a year. If your refrigeration unit seams to be continuously running the most probable cause is wet insulation. He would actually place a dehumidifier inside for a few days to pull out all of the moisture.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Christmas Eve Donny put a big bow on the front of that new appliance and lets hope it lasts another 23 years. Tis the Season . Lee -- Shouted Frosty the Snowman Hooray! I'm agog with excitement today! And the reason of course, A reliable source, Said the snow blower's heading this way!
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Sounds like a winner to me! Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Lee A. Stone Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 7:55 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem Christmas Eve Donny put a big bow on the front of that new appliance and lets hope it lasts another 23 years. Tis the Season . Lee -- Shouted Frosty the Snowman Hooray! I'm agog with excitement today! And the reason of course, A reliable source, Said the snow blower's heading this way! 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Just as a final note on this thread, if you want to apply heat in a refrigerator or freezer use a hair dryer not a heat gun. I doubt if you could do any real damage with a hair dryer. You certainly could with a heat gun. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Lee A. Stone [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 6:54 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem Christmas Eve Donny put a big bow on the front of that new appliance and lets hope it lasts another 23 years. Tis the Season . Lee -- Shouted Frosty the Snowman Hooray! I'm agog with excitement today! And the reason of course, A reliable source, Said the snow blower's heading this way! 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.17.1/1183 - Release Date: 12/13/2007 9:15 AM
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
We've had a huge heat gun in the lab here for over 25 years that will dim the lights when turned on high, and wioo melt solder in a few minutes. Navy surplus I believe. Tom
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
I think you win on big then. I can melt epoxy I know because I've done it. But I don't think it will do solder. But now you know I'll have to try it soon. I think I'll have to rely on propane for that though. - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 1:18 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We've had a huge heat gun in the lab here for over 25 years that will dim the lights when turned on high, and wioo melt solder in a few minutes. Navy surplus I believe. Tom [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Hey Max, We just went ahead and burried the 22 year old one and got another one. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 11:29 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem Also Donnie, don't forget that the evaporator coil could be iced up. This happened to one we had a couple of refrigerators ago. There was an ice build up next to the coil in an area that didn't get any air circulation from the fan. Over time it kept building up and building up and eventually there was so much ice in there that the defrost heater couldn't get the coil hot enough to melt the ice that was on the coil its self. I found this out after taking it apart. The only cure was to shut it down for about a day to let all the ice melt. About a year later we had to do that again and Sue decided it was time to get a new fridge. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Kennedy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 6:05 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.17.1/1181 - Release Date: 12/11/2007 5:05 PM 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would
[BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
I'd say it's time to buy a new one. That old unit must be an energy whore sucking on the juice. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Handy Man Blind blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 6:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Could be that the condenser coils just need cleaned. They do over time accumulate dust. While you are cleaning the coils, examine the fan to make sure it is operating. If that doesn't fix the problem it could be the defrost timer. You can turn it with a screwdriver to see if it is stuck. Turn it clockwise until the refrigerator quits running and see if the refrigerator will start up again on it's own. If it doesn't, turn it clockwise again until the refrigerator starts and leave it there until you can get a replacement defrost timer. If the defrost timer is good you could be low on refrigerant, in which case you will have to decide weather to put money into something that old or replace it with a new unit. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 09:18 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
bob's discription is correct, of course, but in the U.S. releasing freon into the atmosphere is highly illegal. Of course in the amounts here it is not important as a greenhouse gas but it's still a big no-no. It could also be the thermostat checking the temperatures inside the chill compartment and the freezer should tell you if it's getting cold enough. Should be maybe 36 in the cold box and nearly or below 0 Fahrenheit in the freezer. Tom
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Damn bob, I haven't seen charging ports on consumer fridges since humans walked upright. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 5:05 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- BEGIN-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS -- Teach InfoWest Spam Trap if this mail (ID 143959773) is spam: Spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=s Not spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=n Forget vote: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=f -- END-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
It's been illegal to release freon into the atmosphere for years now. I should have called the vacuum pump a recycler but I still have my vacuum pump for vacuuming down house air conditioners. And it's old enough that it doesn't have the option for capture. - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 7:24 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem bob's discription is correct, of course, but in the U.S. releasing freon into the atmosphere is highly illegal. Of course in the amounts here it is not important as a greenhouse gas but it's still a big no-no. It could also be the thermostat checking the temperatures inside the chill compartment and the freezer should tell you if it's getting cold enough. Should be maybe 36 in the cold box and nearly or below 0 Fahrenheit in the freezer. Tom [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
They don't have them now either. They have a tube that sticks out, and after it's charged it's crimped off and soldered shut. Just like window air conditioners. Kind of planned obsolescence. - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 7:25 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem Damn bob, I haven't seen charging ports on consumer fridges since humans walked upright. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 5:05 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- BEGIN-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS -- Teach InfoWest Spam Trap if this mail (ID 143959773) is spam: Spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=s Not spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=n Forget vote: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=143959773m=fc2198577010c=f -- END-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
Also Donnie, don't forget that the evaporator coil could be iced up. This happened to one we had a couple of refrigerators ago. There was an ice build up next to the coil in an area that didn't get any air circulation from the fan. Over time it kept building up and building up and eventually there was so much ice in there that the defrost heater couldn't get the coil hot enough to melt the ice that was on the coil its self. I found this out after taking it apart. The only cure was to shut it down for about a day to let all the ice melt. About a year later we had to do that again and Sue decided it was time to get a new fridge. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Kennedy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 6:05 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.17.1/1181 - Release Date: 12/11/2007 5:05 PM
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem
I have a super heat gun that does wonders defrosting. Until a few years ago I had an upright freezer that meant self defrost. Do it yourself. I bought a heat gun at Home Depot for things in the shop, and found it would melt ice in a big hurry. - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 11:29 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem Also Donnie, don't forget that the evaporator coil could be iced up. This happened to one we had a couple of refrigerators ago. There was an ice build up next to the coil in an area that didn't get any air circulation from the fan. Over time it kept building up and building up and eventually there was so much ice in there that the defrost heater couldn't get the coil hot enough to melt the ice that was on the coil its self. I found this out after taking it apart. The only cure was to shut it down for about a day to let all the ice melt. About a year later we had to do that again and Sue decided it was time to get a new fridge. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Kennedy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 6:05 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem You can always try the obvious tricks like running a vacuum cleaner across the coils if they are exposed. Clean under and behind the grill to get rid of any dog hair, cob webs and so on. Usually if a fridge is running almost nonstop and it still isn't cooling down it's a bad sign. It is losing Freon usually through the compressor. You can replace a compressor, but that is a pretty expensive item. And most people don't have the tools required. First you have to be able to solder the new compressor back in the system. Then you have to have access to a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. It will need to run in the area of 45 minutes minimum to get rid of any moisture that may have found its way in. And that will happen just from humidity alone. But more so, because you will have to let the existing Freon out. That will create condensation in the tubes. If you can do all that, and have access to refrigeration gauges to refill the system, then it might be worth a try. - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett To: Handy Man Blind Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:18 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Problem We have a refrigerator that has a two foot by three foot freezer on top. We have had it for about 22 years. The refrigerator and the freezer are not getting as cold as they used too. Also, it seems to be running non stop. Is there something that we can do to remedy the problem? Or, is it just time for us to go ahead and replace it? This is the first problem that we have had out of it in 22 years. Contact me at: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, KY 40402 Home # 606-364-3321 Cell # 606-438-2557 Church # 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. 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/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the Blind Computing list, then visit the following address for more information: http://jaws-users.com/mailman/listinfo/blind-computing_jaws-users.com For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.17.1/1181 - Release Date: 12/11/2007 5:05 PM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator and Freezer Odors
To Remove Odors Odors may be caused by food left too long, strong foods not covered or packaged tightly, by a drip pan that needs cleaning, or by food spoiling when power goes off while the owner is away on vacation. A preventive measure is getting someone to check your home every day or so, or after a power outage in your area. 1. Remove all items from the refrigerator or freezer. Throw out any spoiled foods. Take out removable parts and wash them and the door gasket with mild detergent in warm water. Rinse well and wipe dry. 2. Wash the interior walls and door liner with a solution of 1-2 tablespoonsful of baking soda and 1 quart warm water, and wipe dry. Leave the door open and let it air out well, with a fan directed toward inside, and opened windows if the climate permits. If the odor still remains, try one or all of the following means of odor removal. * Spread baking soda out on shallow pans (like shallow glass casserole dishes, pie plates, or jelly roll pans lined with foil) and put pans on the shelves to absorb odors, or on the bottom and in baskets of chest freezers. Leave open and unplugged. * Buy activated charcoal (which is specially treated to remove odor molecules from air) at some department store housewares sections, appliance stores, or pet shops. Spread out on shallow pans and put on the shelves of the refrigerator. Turn the refrigerator on its low setting and run empty for a few days so odors will be absorbed. * Spread cat litter in a shallow pan in the cabinet, turn on and run empty a few days. If the odor is disappearing but is not all gone, replace old litter with fresh litter. * Pour several ounces of imitation vanilla (not pure extract) in a shallow saucer, put on the shelf and let the refrigerator run empty a few days. * Put fresh ground coffee in cereal bowls inside the refrigerator and let it run empty several days. A slight coffee odor may remain, but will disappear after washing again with baking soda solution. * Pack each refrigerator shelf with crumpled newspaper. Set a cup of water on the top shelf or sprinkle the newspaper lightly with water. Allow the refrigerator to run for approximately 5-6 days. This method takes a bit longer but has been effective in removal of strong odors. * Buy a commercial odor remover, and follow instructions exactly. Several companies manufacture a liquid concentrate which sells for about $4.00 for 1/4 to 1/2 ounce. A couple of drops are put on a piece of cotton and placed in the area to absorb odors, in the cabinet or in a room. Three of many brand names are: Odor-Away by Wrap-on Co., available at hardware and hospital supply stores; Super CD IBL Household Products by Crackerbarrel Sales, Avenal, N.J., available in pet supply department or special products in grocery; or Clean-Air at some appliance repair shops. Hospital supply stores carry Dow Chemical Hospital Disinfectant and Deodorant Spray. Spray into the cabinet and quickly shut the door. Repeat. 3. If none of these methods removes all the odor, then it has probably penetrated into the insulation. Contact an appliance service company for an estimate on the cost of removing the liner and replacing the insulation. If the cost is too high, you may prefer to get a new appliance. The old refriegerator could be used for occasional cooling of soda pop where the odor will not get into the beverage. WARNING! If the refrigerator cannot be salvaged and is discarded, remove the door or lid. This is the law in many areas, to prevent deaths of children who may hide in the cabinet and suffocate. ** This message and its attachments may contain legally privileged or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not disclose or use the information contained in it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete the e-mail. Any content of this message and its attachments which does not relate to the official business of Eraring Energy must be taken not to have been sent or endorsed by Eraring Energy. No warranty is made that the e-mail or attachment(s) are free from computer virus or other defect. ** [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator
sometimes Rob and all you can save those ice build ups in the drains by not overloading either the freezer or the refrigerator . we had the same problem and we were told to take a big bunch of things from the side by side and put it in the big freezer downstairs. Never had that problem again. Lee -- File cabinet: A four drawer, manually activated trash compactor.
[BlindHandyMan] refrigerator
ALL RIGHT HANDY PEOPLE, Thanks for all your ideas on my refrigerator. Well the other day I told you all what I did but sure enough the next day there was water in the bottom of the refrigerator again... So today I really did it. First I took all the food out of it and on plugged it. Next I took off the back panel again then in the freezer there was just two screws that hold down the bottom plate of the freezer so I took that out too. Well low and behold under that in the back just a little right of the center is a little drain hole.. So sure it was plugged up with ice and other crap I cleaned that out and blew it out with my air compressor again and now with a little luck it will work... THANKS ROB from Minnesota [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
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Good job Rob. It's great to do a project when it works well, grin. Don - Original Message - From: Rob Monitor To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, June 15, 2007 9:41 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator ALL RIGHT HANDY PEOPLE, Thanks for all your ideas on my refrigerator. Well the other day I told you all what I did but sure enough the next day there was water in the bottom of the refrigerator again... So today I really did it. First I took all the food out of it and on plugged it. Next I took off the back panel again then in the freezer there was just two screws that hold down the bottom plate of the freezer so I took that out too. Well low and behold under that in the back just a little right of the center is a little drain hole.. So sure it was plugged up with ice and other crap I cleaned that out and blew it out with my air compressor again and now with a little luck it will work... THANKS ROB from Minnesota [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Hi Rita, There is one thing that you may wish to try before replacing. I have a friend that has a used appliance shop. When he gets a unit that has a seal that is not torn but not tight he does a simple repair. He First cleans then pulls the seal away from the door and heats it with a hair dryer. Then hole it away until it cools. I have used this technique on a refrigerator that we have in the basement and I must repeat about once a year. He also uses a piece of paper to check the seal. He uses a piece about the size of a dollar bill By closing the door on it you can tell how tight the seal is by moving the paper all around and slightly pulling on it. I did replace one gasket where I had to fold it back and remove hex head screws all around the door. then reversed the process with the new gasket. - Original Message - From: Rita [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Blind Handyman blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Cc: Rita [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:19 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
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Hi Ray, It has been cleaned, but there is a gap or small floppy area about six inches long. I'll have to wait to find out the make and if possible the model. However if I ask for this help I'll be instructed all over the place that so and so is a friend and can do this job. I wish people would tell you what you want to know and drop it. Or my best friend's husband she tells me will fix it free, but thing is he thinks he can and well Rita On Tu e, 13 Feb 2007, Boyce, Ray wrote: Hi Rita For us to give you instructions we would need the Make and if possible the Model number so research could be undertaken. Have you inspected the seal is it damaged or just needs a really good clean From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rita Sent: Tuesday, 13 February 2007 06:19 To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita ** This message and its attachments may contain legally privileged or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not disclose or use the information contained in it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete the e-mail. Any content of this message and its attachments which does not relate to the official business of Eraring Energy must be taken not to have been sent or endorsed by Eraring Energy. No warranty is made that the e-mail or attachment(s) are free from computer virus or other defect. ** [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
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Hi Rita This is a way you could do it. Refrigerator Door Gasket Replacement (or How to replace a door seal) Some people think that installing a refrigerator gasket is a difficult job. It could be somewhat strenuous but with a few tips it's definitely doable. Most of the time, gaskets come in special packages which are designed to be acceptable for shipment and at the same time provide decreased deformity. Although, deformity does occur, there are easy ways of bringing the gasket back to its original shape (see Restoring Deformed Gaskets at the bottom of this post). Pre-Installing Tips for Magnetic Gaskets * Wipe off the cabinet area surrounding the gasket and any food stuck under your old gasket. * Make sure the new gasket is at room temperature before removing it from the package. * When handling the gasket, carry it by the corners to make sure that there is no damage done to the internal magnetic tape. * If your rerfrigerator is using a three sided magnetic gasket, always install the new gasket as the old gasket was removed. Removing and Installing Tips (Magnetic Gaskets) * Before removing your old gasket, take a look at how it is secured. You can do that by pulling back on the edge of the gasket. Method A (Retainer Mount) 1. If metal retainers are used, loosen the screws across top and half way down each side. Don't loosen the screws too much. Just enough to allow the gasket to be pulled out of the retainer. Begin removing the gasket starting at the top, then each side showing where the screws are still secure. 2. Start installing the new gasket at the top by sliding the lip of the gasket under the retainer until you reach the point at where the old gasket is still attached. 3. Tighten the screws onto the new gasket up on top and on the sides. Leave about 2 screws untightened to the old gasket. 4. Loosen the rest of the screws to the old gasket and remove it. 5. Finish installing the new gasket. List of 2 items * After you finish installing the gasket, close the door to check for alignment. If you need to re-align the gasket, slightly loosen all the screws and flex the door in opposite direction to assure proper door seal contact when closed. When the aligment is right, grasp edge of door about mid-way and slowly open door as to not warp. Re-tighten all of the screws. * On some doors the hinge side seal might start to roll as it closes against the cabinet shell. If that happens, petroleum jelly is used on hinge side of the gasket surface to help the gasket slide into place. It can also be applied to the gasket to help with this problem. Method B (Panel Mount) 1. If metal retainers are not used, the above steps can be followed. However, the screws or clips have to be removed as opposed to lightly loosened on the retainer mount style. 2. Replace the gasket the same way discussed above by removing the old gasket from the top and installing the new gasket without fully removing the old gasket. 3. Loosen the rest of the screws to the old gasket and remove it. 4. Finish installing the new gasket. Installing a Non-Magnetic Gasket * Non-Magnetic gaskets designs are used on mechanical latch type doors. Follow the same installation methods as A or B. HTH Ray From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rita Sent: Tuesday, 13 February 2007 06:19 To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita ** This message and its attachments may contain legally privileged or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not disclose or use the information contained in it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete the e-mail. Any content of this message and its attachments which does not relate to the official business of Eraring Energy must be taken not to have been sent or endorsed by Eraring Energy. No warranty is made that the e-mail or attachment(s) are free from computer virus or other defect. ** [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast
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Thank you Lenny I could lose nothing by trying this. Rita On Mon, 12 Feb 2007, Lenny McHugh wrote: Hi Rita, There is one thing that you may wish to try before replacing. I have a friend that has a used appliance shop. When he gets a unit that has a seal that is not torn but not tight he does a simple repair. He First cleans then pulls the seal away from the door and heats it with a hair dryer. Then hole it away until it cools. I have used this technique on a refrigerator that we have in the basement and I must repeat about once a year. He also uses a piece of paper to check the seal. He uses a piece about the size of a dollar bill By closing the door on it you can tell how tight the seal is by moving the paper all around and slightly pulling on it. I did replace one gasket where I had to fold it back and remove hex head screws all around the door. then reversed the process with the new gasket. - Original Message - From: Rita [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Blind Handyman blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Cc: Rita [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:19 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Just a note. The one I did the door warped out of shape so I had to take the door off and lay it flat on the floor and snug the screws down kind of like lug nuts on a car. Doing opposite ones back and forth and across. Ron - Original Message - From: Robert J. Moore To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:29 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hi Rita This should not be too difficult. If it is like the fridge that I have, you will find screws along both sides and the top and bottom behind the flap of the door seel. Just pull back the flap on the inside of the door and you will find the screws. I would make sure to have all the product off the door shelves because the inside pannal may come loose when you take out all the screws.you just slide the old one out and screw in the new one. If you leave a couple of screws in the bottom and start the new one at the top this should hold the pannal in place. once you get the new one started you can take out the final screws at the bottom and finnish the job.Pay very close attention to how the old one is assembled before you remove it. You want to do this with any project any way. Make sure that the back flap is behind the door pannal and the front flap is in front of the door pannal. Once you have re assembled every thing It is very important to warm it up with a hair dryer because the new seal will come folded up in a box and will be slightly creased. Be careful not to get it so hot as to warp the rubber seal but warm enough to make sure it is all laying nice and flat. Good luck Robert -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rita Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 1:19 PM To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
I thought it would be a hardwear store. I guess I could call Sears. It worked fine till the guys put in the new compresser. Rita On Mon, 12 Feb 2007, Robert J. Moore wrote: Call an appliance place in your area and find out where to get the gasket. You should not have to do any cutting it will all come in one piece. get the make model and serial number off the fridge before you call for parts. With out this information there is no way to know what to provide you. Then re read the post that Ray just put up. His instructions go into more details than I did. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rita Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 3:00 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Oh thank you for all these specific instructions Robert. Does this seal come in different sizes Robert or would I have to cut it? I notice there is a seam at a forty five degree angle at the corner. In one way it may be simple at that. It will be a week I'm thinking as a lot more snow is coming. Rita On Mon, 12 Feb 2007, Robert J. Moore wrote: Hi Rita This should not be too difficult. If it is like the fridge that I have, you will find screws along both sides and the top and bottom behind the flap of the door seel. Just pull back the flap on the inside of the door and you will find the screws. I would make sure to have all the product off the door shelves because the inside pannal may come loose when you take out all the screws.you just slide the old one out and screw in the new one. If you leave a couple of screws in the bottom and start the new one at the top this should hold the pannal in place. once you get the new one started you can take out the final screws at the bottom and finnish the job.Pay very close attention to how the old one is assembled before you remove it. You want to do this with any project any way. Make sure that the back flap is behind the door pannal and the front flap is in front of the door pannal. Once you have re assembled every thing It is very important to warm it up with a hair dryer because the new seal will come folded up in a box and will be slightly creased. Be careful not to get it so hot as to warp the rubber seal but warm enough to make sure it is all laying nice and flat. Good luck Robert -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ]On Behalf Of Rita Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 1:19 PM To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Thank you Ray. hmmm I am concerned about tightening screws after having sealed even part of the gasket. I am rethinking the cost of a job well done Vrs. an amature or wildly unskilled one. Smile. Rita On Tue, 13 Feb 2007, Boyce, Ray wrote: Hi Rita This is a way you could do it. Refrigerator Door Gasket Replacement (or How to replace a door seal) Some people think that installing a refrigerator gasket is a difficult job. It could be somewhat strenuous but with a few tips it's definitely doable. Most of the time, gaskets come in special packages which are designed to be acceptable for shipment and at the same time provide decreased deformity. Although, deformity does occur, there are easy ways of bringing the gasket back to its original shape (see Restoring Deformed Gaskets at the bottom of this post). Pre-Installing Tips for Magnetic Gaskets * Wipe off the cabinet area surrounding the gasket and any food stuck under your old gasket. * Make sure the new gasket is at room temperature before removing it from the package. * When handling the gasket, carry it by the corners to make sure that there is no damage done to the internal magnetic tape. * If your rerfrigerator is using a three sided magnetic gasket, always install the new gasket as the old gasket was removed. Removing and Installing Tips (Magnetic Gaskets) * Before removing your old gasket, take a look at how it is secured. You can do that by pulling back on the edge of the gasket. Method A (Retainer Mount) 1. If metal retainers are used, loosen the screws across top and half way down each side. Don't loosen the screws too much. Just enough to allow the gasket to be pulled out of the retainer. Begin removing the gasket starting at the top, then each side showing where the screws are still secure. 2. Start installing the new gasket at the top by sliding the lip of the gasket under the retainer until you reach the point at where the old gasket is still attached. 3. Tighten the screws onto the new gasket up on top and on the sides. Leave about 2 screws untightened to the old gasket. 4. Loosen the rest of the screws to the old gasket and remove it. 5. Finish installing the new gasket. List of 2 items * After you finish installing the gasket, close the door to check for alignment. If you need to re-align the gasket, slightly loosen all the screws and flex the door in opposite direction to assure proper door seal contact when closed. When the aligment is right, grasp edge of door about mid-way and slowly open door as to not warp. Re-tighten all of the screws. * On some doors the hinge side seal might start to roll as it closes against the cabinet shell. If that happens, petroleum jelly is used on hinge side of the gasket surface to help the gasket slide into place. It can also be applied to the gasket to help with this problem. Method B (Panel Mount) 1. If metal retainers are not used, the above steps can be followed. However, the screws or clips have to be removed as opposed to lightly loosened on the retainer mount style. 2. Replace the gasket the same way discussed above by removing the old gasket from the top and installing the new gasket without fully removing the old gasket. 3. Loosen the rest of the screws to the old gasket and remove it. 4. Finish installing the new gasket. Installing a Non-Magnetic Gasket * Non-Magnetic gaskets designs are used on mechanical latch type doors. Follow the same installation methods as A or B. HTH Ray From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rita Sent: Tuesday, 13 February 2007 06:19 To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita ** This message and its attachments may contain legally privileged or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not disclose or use the information contained in it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete the e-mail. Any content of this message and its attachments which does not relate to the official business of Eraring Energy must be taken not to have been sent or endorsed by Eraring Energy. No warranty is made that the e-mail or attachment(s) are free from computer virus or other defect
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Hi Ray, Just wondering why you are set a day ahead in your date line? Are you anxious for Valentine's Day to come? Smile. Rita 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Last summer I converted an old refrigerator into a beer keg cooler sometimes referred to as a kegerator and that is how I had to install the door gasket. With respect to availability, there is a guy near me who reconditions used appliances and he had refrigerator door sealing material on rolls in his shop. Two bottles of Devil dog home made ail and $5.00 and I had enough sealing material to do both doors and a whole hand full of extra fasteners. You may want to check around and see if you have an appliance reconditioner near you that could help you out. Regards Larry Stansifer -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R S Enterprises Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 3:35 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Just a note. The one I did the door warped out of shape so I had to take the door off and lay it flat on the floor and snug the screws down kind of like lug nuts on a car. Doing opposite ones back and forth and across. Ron - Original Message - From: Robert J. Moore To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:29 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hi Rita This should not be too difficult. If it is like the fridge that I have, you will find screws along both sides and the top and bottom behind the flap of the door seel. Just pull back the flap on the inside of the door and you will find the screws. I would make sure to have all the product off the door shelves because the inside pannal may come loose when you take out all the screws.you just slide the old one out and screw in the new one. If you leave a couple of screws in the bottom and start the new one at the top this should hold the pannal in place. once you get the new one started you can take out the final screws at the bottom and finnish the job.Pay very close attention to how the old one is assembled before you remove it. You want to do this with any project any way. Make sure that the back flap is behind the door pannal and the front flap is in front of the door pannal. Once you have re assembled every thing It is very important to warm it up with a hair dryer because the new seal will come folded up in a box and will be slightly creased. Be careful not to get it so hot as to warp the rubber seal but warm enough to make sure it is all laying nice and flat. Good luck Robert -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rita Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 1:19 PM To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- BEGIN-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS -- Teach Infowest Spam Trap if this mail (ID 62430257) is spam: Spam: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=si=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f Not spam: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=ni=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f Forget vote: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=fi=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f -- END-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review
RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal
Larry you sure got a deal there. Smile. Rita On Mon, 12 Feb 2007, Larry Stansifer wrote: Last summer I converted an old refrigerator into a beer keg cooler sometimes referred to as a kegerator and that is how I had to install the door gasket. With respect to availability, there is a guy near me who reconditions used appliances and he had refrigerator door sealing material on rolls in his shop. Two bottles of Devil dog home made ail and $5.00 and I had enough sealing material to do both doors and a whole hand full of extra fasteners. You may want to check around and see if you have an appliance reconditioner near you that could help you out. Regards Larry Stansifer -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R S Enterprises Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 3:35 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Just a note. The one I did the door warped out of shape so I had to take the door off and lay it flat on the floor and snug the screws down kind of like lug nuts on a car. Doing opposite ones back and forth and across. Ron - Original Message - From: Robert J. Moore To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:29 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hi Rita This should not be too difficult. If it is like the fridge that I have, you will find screws along both sides and the top and bottom behind the flap of the door seel. Just pull back the flap on the inside of the door and you will find the screws. I would make sure to have all the product off the door shelves because the inside pannal may come loose when you take out all the screws.you just slide the old one out and screw in the new one. If you leave a couple of screws in the bottom and start the new one at the top this should hold the pannal in place. once you get the new one started you can take out the final screws at the bottom and finnish the job.Pay very close attention to how the old one is assembled before you remove it. You want to do this with any project any way. Make sure that the back flap is behind the door pannal and the front flap is in front of the door pannal. Once you have re assembled every thing It is very important to warm it up with a hair dryer because the new seal will come folded up in a box and will be slightly creased. Be careful not to get it so hot as to warp the rubber seal but warm enough to make sure it is all laying nice and flat. Good luck Robert -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rita Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 1:19 PM To: Blind Handyman Cc: Rita Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] refrigerator door seal Hello Everyone, I just had a new compressor put into my refrigerator and now I notice the seal is not tight. I am careful to push the door completely shut each time. Certainly the seal needs to be replaced. How does one go about doing this and I would need step by step instructions as the janitor in my building has such high prices. It is my own refrigerator. With the weather being as it is, I may not do this for a week or so. Any ideas would really be appreciated. Rita [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- BEGIN-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS -- Teach Infowest Spam Trap if this mail (ID 62430257) is spam: Spam: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=si=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f Not spam: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=ni=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f Forget vote: http://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?c=fi=62430257m=f2 7a8f28368f -- END-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Settings
Hi, Your freezer should run just about 0F and your refrigerator should be below 40F. Cy, the Ancient okie... -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Edward Przybylek Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2006 9:06 PM To: BlindHandyManList Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Refrigerator Settings Hi all, Does anyone know or know where I can find the proper settings at which I should keep my refrigerator and freezer? I'm not sure if my refrigerator settings are too low or too high and I'd like to make sure I'm not running the unit anymore than I need to. Thanks. Take care, Ed Przybylek Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- Check out the new improvements in Yahoo! Groups email. http://us.click.yahoo.com/6pRQfA/fOaOAA/yQLSAA/86xolB/TM ~- 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.3/395 - Release Date: 7/21/2006 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. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
