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How to Fix an Electric Oven That Heats Poorly

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If your oven won't get up to temperature or leaves your food half-cooked, it's likely that either the thermostat needs to be adjusted or one of the elements has gone bad. Both fixes take little more than a screwdriver and a few minutes of your time... more »

How to Fix an Iron That Leaves Spots on Fabric

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When an iron leaves stains on your clothes, the cause could be rust inside the steam chamber or dirt on the ironing surface... more »

How to Fix Your Vacuum Cleaner

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If your vacuum runs but still leaves dirt behind, the culprit could be the drive belt or an obstruction. If the agitator brush slips or won't turn, the belt is bad and needs to be replaced. If suction is weak when you place your hand over the ... more »

How to Install A Ceiling Fan Where A Light Exists

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Today's ceiling fan designs make it feasible to install these units in homes with standard-height ceilings (seven to eight feet). There are numerous options, and installing one where a light fixture now exists is not that difficult to do... more »

How to Install a Hot Water Dispenser

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Having instant hot water can be a life saver when you're busy and need to make soup, tea or sauces. Instead of waiting for a pot of water to boil, you can have instant hot water by installing a hot water dispenser under your kitchen sink. In most ... more »

How to Install a Wood Pellet Stove

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A wood pellet stove is a great way to combat rising fuel costs. These stoves are reasonably priced and efficient and can keep you warm all winter. Here are a few things to consider if you want to install one... more »

How to Install Smart House Technology

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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On the shores of Lake Washington Bill Gates lives in a $113 million smart house where automation controls everything from lighting to security. Today smart house technology begins with PC based starter kits that now sell for less than $500. A ... more »

How to Keep Your Kids From Turning Up the Thermostat

By Bob Strauss

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If your kids are smarter than average—and, really, whose kids aren’t?—they’ve probably figured out the purpose of that gizmo mounted on the wall of your rec room. Turn it to the right, and the house gets warmer; turn it to the left, and it’s ... more »

How to keep your toaster looking and perfoming like new

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Most toasters look worn and don't work like they did when they were new. Here's how to keep yours functioning like the first day you plugged it in... more »

How to Lubricate Electric Fan Motors

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Doing small maintenance on your appliances can extend the life of them by years. An electric fan is no different. You can make an electric fan last longer if you simply lubricate the motor on a regular basis... more »

How to Make a Can Crusher

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A can crusher is basically made up of a base and a moving piece that crushes the can. You can make the can crusher as simple or complicated as you want. It is a great project if you're recycling since it significantly decreases the amount of ... more »

How to prepare a fish

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We need to eat fish because of its importance but some people they don't know how to prepare a fish.Therefore the following are tips to prepare a fish before it is cooked... more »

How to Quiet a Garage Door

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Maintain your garage door and you'll ensure that it provides years of loyal service... more »

How to Remove the Ceramic Top From the Range and Change the Element

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If the burners on your stove don’t light or the oven isn’t heating, read this article before you call the repair service. Chances are good you can solve the problem yourself with a five-minute cleaning. We’ll show you how, as well as how to ... more »

How to Repair a Range Hood

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A range hood that doesn't adequately remove smoke and smells from your kitchen is usually suffering from one of a few common problems: The grease filter or some part of the exhaust ductwork may be clogged, or the fan may be bad. Neither of these ... more »

How to Replace a Thermostat

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Programmable thermostat can be a convenient way to save energy. You can save quite a bit of energy by turning down your thermostat when you're sleeping or when you're not at home. A programmable thermostat can reduce your air temperatures ... more »

How to Retrieve a Valuable Dropped Down the Sink

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Don't panic! Dropping something of value down the drain isn't always the nightmare it seems. Try this method to get it back... more »

How to simply maintain your dryer

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Lint buildup will cause your dryer to take a much longer to dry the clothing. Not only can this buildup damage the machine, but it will cost more money in electricity or gas to dry your clothes, and there is a possibility of fire if the dryer ... more »

How to Troubleshoot Your Gas Range

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Before you call a repairman to fix your gas range, check these things. You may save yourself a bundle. .. more »

How to Untangle a Phone Cord

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Phone cords that are routinely stretched, twisted or twiddled tend to tangle over time. It's easy to undo the wildest of tangles using the following approach... more »

How to Use a Cotton Candy Maker

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A cotton candy maker can provide you and your family with fresh and delicious cotton candy. Ideal for outdoor bashes and children's parties, these machines are easy to use. Read on and learn how to make cotton candy in less than five minutes... more »

How to Use a Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine - The At-Home Barista

By Andreanne

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To many, home-brewing of espresso can be a daunting idea. Well, fret no longer because with this step-by-step tutorial utilizing a Rancilio Silvia, you’ll be brewing like a barista in no time! Espresso is such a wonderful way to start the day, ... more »

How to Use a Space Heater in Your Bedroom

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Some rooms are cooler than others. Some people don't turn up the thermostat to warm the entire house. That's where the space heater comes in. When using a space heater in your bedroom, there a few things to consider. For starters, you don't want ... more »

How to Build a Solar Powered Generator

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Don't get caught in the dark again. With parts purchased from hardware, electronics and marine or recreational vehicle stores you can build your own solar powered generator. Just follow these steps... more »

How to Buy a Gas Barbecue Grill

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What better way to enjoy the weather and good company than with a barbecue? For those who prefer the convenience of gas grilling, here's how to choose a grill that will make that barbecue a snap... more »

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