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There are many types of faucets available for purchase today, including faucets that don't require the user to turn a handle to turn on the water. One variety is a faucet that turns on when the user touches it rather than requiring the user to turn the handle to get water. This technology has a lot of appeal to many people. However, there are a few drawbacks and inconveniences that should be noted before you purchase a touch faucet.
The global positioning system consists of at least 24 satellites that help guide not just automobiles but also planes, ships and really any vessel that has to contend with travel. Real-time notices on your own GPS device -- if you have one that supports traffic notices -- are there to help you get from point A to point B efficiently.
If turning on Genius causes iTunes to stop working, you may have to download a new update. Find out what to do if turning on Genius causes iTunes to stop working with help from an expert in Apple retail in this free video clip.
Wearing heels while driving requires you to take a few things into consideration for maximum safety. Wear heels while driving with help from a model, fashion stylist, and designer in this free video clip.
Since most sports and activities are performed from a standing position, you should also do weight training to develop strength, power, stability and speed in a similar way. Mastering the three weightlifting positions is essential to developing foundational strength, balance, stability and power. These key positions are the squat stance, hurdle step and lunge stance, according to physical therapist Gray Cook, author of "Athletic Body in Balance." Weightlifting from a standing position works all muscles in your lower body and develops a heightened sense of body awareness that you won't get from training on a machine.
The words on a Kindle can run in any of four directions. If you hold the device horizontally, the screen must use landscape mode, and the Kindle's buttons can run along the device's left or right side. If you hold the device vertically, the screen must use portrait mode, and the Kindle's buttons can run along the device's top or bottom side. A horizontal orientation resembles an open book, but you may prefer a vertical orientation, which looks like a single open page.
Garmin's series of cycling GPS units feature a "Turn Guidance" option that makes an audible tone before you are supposed to make a turn. This reduces the chance of missing a turn, which is immensely helpful when you're biking in an unfamiliar area. Although this feature is turned on by default if you are following map or downloaded route directions, you may need to enable it manually if you want to follow a course you saved previously.
MotionX for the iPhone is a GPS app that lets you download maps, check traffic, record where you have walked and get directions to wherever you need to go. Although having the information available right when you open the app is convenient, having the GPS on constantly will drain your iPhone battery more quickly than normal. You can deactivate and reactivate the GPS from the app's main screen.
Turning regular face foundation gray requires the careful use of just a few basic tools. Turn regular face foundation gray with help from the owner and founder of Lipstick Mixtapes in this free video clip.
Turning on the mic for Skype is one step required before you can begin communicating. Turn on the mic for Skype with help from an audio engineer in this free video clip.
Doing a turn in a pageant is something that you are traditionally expected to do in a very particular way. Do the turn in a pageant with help from an experienced beauty pageant professional in this free video clip.
The transmission, whether it be automatic or manual, is the heart of the drivetrain system and is responsible for creating a stepped link in power distribution between your engine and wheels. Depending on the options of your 89’ Ford F150 at purchase, you could have either one of three automatic transmissions or a manual transmission. Each transmission has their own pros and cons, and were installed in the F150 depending on the overall purpose of the vehicle.
General Motors built the S-10 from 1982 to 2003 model years, but didn't incorporate a four-wheel drive system until 1983, when it introduced the “Insta-trac” 4x4 system. Over the years of production the S-10 went through many changes in body and engine design as well as transmission and drivetrain design. The four-wheel drive system has been changed, but the power transfer and general setup has always been the about the same. The S-10 is primarily rear-wheel drive, which means the front differential or half shaft's remain stationary when the four-wheel drive isn't engaged.
The objectives and expectations for a vehicle's storage may govern the methods and level of effort required for success, more than any helpful product guidelines, or vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Brief storage periods may coincide with a students school term, or accommodate some military duty overseas. A vehicle may sit idle for a year at a time to provide transport for families visiting their remote vacation home. Preserving the longevity of a classic, or antique vehicle, could involve extended storage, aimed at some future anniversary, or celebration of the particular model. How often the car is cranked up while in storage…
The Chevy Colorado, has, since its introduction in 2004, proven itself a fairly reliable pickup and successor to the wildly popular S-10. But, like all machines, the Colorado's mechanical bits won't last forever -- especially if you use the truck the way that you're supposed to use a truck. While the Colorado isn't necessarily any more prone to this kind of failure than any other vehicle, to paraphrase Forrest Gump: "Stuff happens."
Automobiles -- and machines as a whole -- aren't static things; they're just a little better at sitting still than we are. But they can't sit still forever, and sooner or later things will start to go wrong; tires, batteries, the electrical system, engine oil, transmission fluid and even critters and bacteria can all play a role in whether or not your ride fires up after sitting idle for months at a time.
Practicing turns for the Macarena is something you can do right at home. Practice turns from the Macarena with help from a dancer and choreographer in this free video clip.
Turning on Safari's private browsing on an iPhone is a great way to make sure your private messages stay that way. Turn on Safari private browsing on an iPhone with help from an experienced mobile professional in this free video clip.
Turning in single crochet always requires you to keep a few very important things in mind. Find out about turning in single crochet with help from a knitwear and accessories designer in this free video clip.
If you pack properly, you'll never know that your suit was a travel companion on your road trip when you finally get around to wearing it. Carry suits in a road trip with help from a travel expert and the Founder and CEO of In-Flight Insider in this free video clip.
The word "pique" is French in origin and means "prick." Learn how to do a jazz pique turn with help from a personal trainer, choreographer and dance instructor in this free video clip.
If your car makes a bumping or a noise on a sharp turn, this could be a sign of a few key things. Learn about tire bumps on a sharp turn with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
The wheels on a car can make all sorts of different noises while driving. Learn about noise from wheels you may be hearing while driving with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
Controlling the amplitude of radio waves, TM1 modulating transformers are designed to adjust radio wave strength. Radio waves are energy transmitted through the air in the form of electromagnetic radiation; the greater the wave amplification the further the distance the waves, and the signal, are able to travel. Engineered for sound equipment that requires fine-tuning of wave amplification, TM1 modulating transformers are capable of regulating radio waves in the 100 - 5000 MHz (megahertz) range.
The Pit Boost 9700 turbo controller is engineered to improve turbocharger performance by regulating turbo boost response. A common and often dangerous problem with turbo-charged auto engines is the sudden boost of power that can lead to loss of vehicle control, especially when operated by inexperienced drivers. An electronic computerized boost control module, the Pit Boost 9700 has separate adjustment settings for boost control and an integrated safety cut-off function to prevent uncontrolled power surges.
Most dogs love going in the car, sometimes more than they like arriving at a destination – particularly if it’s the veterinarian’s office. Long road trips are exciting times for dogs, and they will enjoy such a trip more if they are comfortable in the vehicle. Typically your dogs will be excited for the first half-hour of a long road trip, after which they will probably go to sleep and awaken only when you stop the car. Prepare your dogs' travel kit with care, including their veterinary papers, food and water bowls, leashes, and plastic bags for cleaning up after…
The 1997 Honda CR-V was a compact sport utility vehicle and one of the first crossover vehicles that combined a truck-like rugged appearance with the ride of a passenger car. Honda debuted the CR-V in 1995, and the 1997 model was part of the first generation through 2001. The CR-V remained in production at least through 2012. Standard maintenance procedures call for inspection or replacement usually at 7,500- and 15,000-mile intervals.
Harley-Davidson's FLSTSB Crossbones was introduced to the public in 2008 to evoke the classic lines of the rigid-framed motorcycles that were popular during the late '40s and '50s while providing all the reliability and comfort of a modern machine. To fit this image, the Crossbones was equipped with a spring-suspended solo seat that offered some adjustability to fit different riders. The seat was adjusted via a two-position hinge and bracket that could move the seat closer to, or farther away from, the handlebars and footrests. Only a few simple tools are needed to make the adjustment; the results could spell…
Bells large and small are created using a metal casting process that forms the initial shape and structure of the bell. When a bell is cast from steel or some other metal type, it typically has rough edges and surface imperfections. Lathes are used to create a smooth bell surface during a process called skirting. If a bell is not smoothed and skirted on a lathe, its tone could be compromised because of the excess metal on its surface.
Two- and four-wheel drive automatic and manual transmissions are almost identical in just about every way. They feature the same housing, gear ratios and often – but not always – have the same spline count on the output shaft. Primary differences are the two-wheel transmission output shaft is longer than the four-wheel version and four-wheel transmissions mate to a transfer case. Some automakers build their two-wheel transmissions so they can be converted to four-wheel models.
The BlueSoleil 6 Bluetooth is an application designed to pair Bluetooth mobile devices with Windows computers to transfer data over a Bluetooth network. Before establishing a connection, however, you must launch the BlueSoleil 6 application and power on the mobile Bluetooth device.
A from W9 is your key into the world of income taxes. Learn about how often you need to turn in a W9 with help from a business consultant and marketing expert in this free video clip.
You can take your existing clothes and make them into legitimate fashion statements in a number of ways. Turn things in your closet into fashion pieces with help from a fashion designer in this free video clip.
If your radio doesn't work after you've jump started your car you may have an issue. Learn what happens if your car dies and then the radio didn't work with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
Many homeowners plant arborvitae to create a living privacy fence. This hardy evergreen lives 50 years or more if cared for properly. Available in five species, arborvitae thrives in full sun and handles the heat and cold well if it receives adequate water and sun. Various pests and animal species like eating the plant so watch for signs that insects, deer or rabbits are using the tree for food. Some common problems may cause the leaves to turn brown. Prompt action may prevent permanent damage to your arborvitae.
The 2003 Honda Accord has options located on the main shifter that allow you to choose between two types of driving – sport or normal. Generally, the sport mode provides a smoother transition when switching between gears, but it is less fuel-efficient. The normal mode provides greater fuel economy, but you may notice the car switching gears. Sport and normal modes only come equipped in a car that has an automatic transmission and extend the amount of time spent in a single gear. This increases the overall power and speed of the vehicle.
Many people experience a difference in weight when changing out a series of old batteries with new ones, but this doesn’t mean that dead batteries actually weigh less. When changing out standard batteries used in electronic devices, simply changing the battery brand can make the new battery “feel” heavier than the old one. Batteries vary by weight, by type and by brand.
The gear shift lever indicators tell you what gear you have an automatic transmission in on your vehicle. The shift solenoid tells the transmission when to shift gears and what gear to shift into. Newer model automatic transmissions have electronic shift solenoids that are activated and change gears based on the speed the vehicle is traveling. Troubleshooting either one of these transmission components is relatively easy if you know a little about automobile mechanics. With the right tools, you can determine whether the transmission shift solenoid is having a problem. Gear shift indicator problems can be determined simply by moving…
Nissan Motors produced the Infiniti G35 and G35s, or G35 Sport, from 2003 to 2008. The sedan ceased production in 2006 and the coupe remained until 2008, when Nissan replaced it with the G37. The G35 and G35s feature the same output and engine displacement, but differ in transmission choices and suspension systems to provide each vehicle a distinct driving experience.
Banksia pods are large ovular pods that grow on banksia trees, which are native to Australia. Many people collect banksia pods and use them as crafting material. You can turn banksia pods on a lathe to shape them, in a similar fashion as you can wood, to create decorative vessels such as vases. The same basic tools and equipment you use to turn wooden vessels are those you can use to turn a banksia pod, although you'll need to make certain adjustments to prevent the pod lips from crumbling.
Untangling a fouled winch cable aboard your boat is an educational experience. Properly called a "fouled" cable when tangled, it may be found wrapped around itself and anything it's come into contact with. Winch cables become fouled when they aren't stored properly, or when they part -- the technical term for breaking -- under a load. You will learn the hard truth of the seaman's saying about "a place for every thing and everything in its place," whether you stowed the cable or not. You'll learn something about maintaining wire rope. You may even learn a whole new vocabulary.
If your car is a stick shift you have to accelerate in a very specific way. Learn how to accelerate with a stick shift with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
The Infiniti G37s is a top luxury model coupe, convertible or sedan produced by Nissan Motors while the G37x coupe and sedan are the all-wheel drive versions. The defining feature of the G37x is the electronic torque system called the ATTESA E-TS that provides a better grip on the road. However, the G37x is heavier than the G37s and considered less of a performance car than the G37s.
Homes that use well water require the use of electric pumps to pull the water from the well and move it with sufficient pressure into the faucets, shower and other fixtures. Well pumps are also capable of supplying water to irrigation systems by branching the main water line to a sprinkler manifold. Connecting the well water to the sprinkler system is a matter of installing a T-fitting and connecting the pipe that supplies the manifold.
An iPhone won't turn on if the battery is dead or if the iOS is behaving erratically. The internal battery can run up to 14 hours of talk time, and 200 hours on standby time before needing a recharge. If the iPhone won't power on, Apple provides several solutions to resolve power and battery issues and improve the smartphone's performance.
A thermostat such as those manufactured by Lux is an indispensable part of any central heating system. Thermostats allow homeowners to specify the temperature at which they want to keep their home and it activates and deactivates the furnace to keep the home at that temperature. Should your thermostat fail to activate the furnace when it should, the issue can typically be addressed and resolved using a basic troubleshooting procedure.
Lettuce turns red or brown at the stalk due to a variety of reasons. The red discoloration often looks the most noticeable around the stalk due to its lighter color, but you may observe the odd color on other areas of the produce upon closer inspection. The rusty color looks unappetizing, but it does not always indicate that the lettuce has spoiled. If the red discoloration bothers you, prevent it from occurring by handling and storing the lettuce properly.
Lane produces a number of affordable, easy-to-use recliner models. Lane's recliners come in two general reclining types: push-back and lever-operated. Many of Lane's recliners are reclined by simply pushing back with your legs. As you recline, the seat reclines. The second model requires a little more manipulation for the seat to adjust. The difference between these two types trips up many a Lane enthusiast, but both models are easy to get the hang of after a quick tutorial.
Kenmore built-in ovens are available in a variety of models and sizes. With regular usage, you can encounter performance problems with your oven, regardless of the model or size. When the oven does not power on for you, the problem is one that you can troubleshoot on your own. Doing so may save you the time and expense of a service call.
The vast majority of reasons a car stalls at stops are related to engine performance. Factory dealer technicians may refer to driveability issues, while mechanics in an aftermarket shop might cite tuneup problems. Whatever terms are used, the condition could have serious consequences. The loss of power assistance for steering and braking can impede control of the car. Stops may be incomplete due to lack of braking power assistance, and the crippled car could enter cross traffic. Losing control of a car in a busy parking lot or at a railroad crossing can be hazardous, to say the least. The…
