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Is the Nemco onion slicer safe for children to use?

Nemco does not appear to intend its products for use at home, as the company's focus is on the commercial food industry. Additionally, while the operations manual for the Nemco onion slicer does not explicitly state that children are not to use the machine, the instructions suggest that it is a powerful machine that individuals should operate with utmost care. It is reasonable to conclude that children should not use the Nemco onion slicer.

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How do you clean lampshades?

Lampshades that are glued to the frame or are made from a nonwashable material such as parchment or paper should not be dipped in water. These nonwashable lampshades are best cleaned with a cloth or sponge. A piece of white bread is an option for cleaning parchment lampshades. Wipe the piece of bread on the shade to remove dirt.\nFor washable shades, use a tub or sink that is deep enough to submerge the entire shade if possible. If it won't fit upright in the tub, turn it on its side and rotate the shade in the water. If the water becomes dirty, drain and refill it with more soapy water. ..

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Where can you recycle an old freezer?

The Environmental Protection Agency runs the Responsible Appliance Disposal program, and retailers participating in the program recycle or reclaim metals, plastic, mercury and other components in household appliances. When dealing with a retailer or a scrap metal collector, confirm that they recycle the old freezers and that they do not resell them.

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How do you replace the air filter on a 3-ton carrier air handler?

Turning off the system before beginning the work prevents dust from collecting on the heat exchanger coils in the air handler. Most thermostats have a switch that allows the user to choose a heat, cool or off setting. If the system has a fan setting, the owner should make sure it is set to automatic or off before removing the old filter.\nThe filter is usually in the air handler or a cold air return duct, depending on the age of the system. If it is in the air handler, the access door usually has a label to alert the resident to its access. If it is in the cold air return duct, access requires..

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What are some good building plans for picnic tables?

Plans for the traditional 6-foot long picnic table call for using pine wood for most of the table and treated lumber for the legs. Alternatively, cedar wood is a good choice for outdoor tables, because cedar is less likely to decay and warp than softer woods.\nThe plans for the kid-sized picnic table show that this table is a smaller version of the traditional design, and it provides seating for up to four children. This money saving design requires purchasing two 2-foot-by-6-foot and six 2-foot-by-4-foot boards that are both 8 feet long. The shopping list includes paint of any color and a pai..

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How do you make a circuit board?

Prepare the wiresCut off a section of holiday lights. Leave 6 inches of wire at the two ends of the section. Strip the ends off the outermost part by a 1/2 inch on both ends. Cut the insulated wire into 7 12-inch sections. Strip the ends off each section.Create the baseCut a big rectangle from the cardboard. On the rectangle, draw two parallel lines, starting 1 inch from the top. Mark six evenly spaced dots on both lines with a minimum gap of 1 inch between each.Arrange the metal on the basePoke a metal fastener or a small nail through each dot on the base. Make sure each nail or fastener is s..

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How do you replace a Lasko space heater manual?

The official Lasko website also has a search feature to find manuals for all of its company products. Utilize the search feature to type in "heater," and view all of the associated results. The results list the product number as well as a brief description of the item. Click on the link in the results list to view a PDF version of the instruction manual for that particular product. If you do not know the specific model number of the space heater, navigate to the Heaters section of the website, and browse through the various models. Pictures are available to assist with the search. Click on the..

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Where can you find antique walk-behind tractors?

The two-wheel tractor, the rototiller and the sulky are all examples of tractors that were predominantly made between 1940 and 1970. Gravely Tractors, later Ariens, manufactured two-wheel tractors in the Unites States from 1916 until 2002. Other places to find antique walk-behind tractors are Iron Memories and the Classified section of local newspapers, which lists antique auctions.

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What are some cleaning tips for chrome surfaces?

Chrome is a soft metal generally applied only as a light coating, so damaging it is a constant possibility. It is generally best to remove chrome components before attempting to clean them so that tricky angles are averted. The first cleaning may produce gunk that prevents the chrome from regaining its natural shine. If so, switch to a fresh rag and begin the process again, this time polishing to a shine more than bulk cleaning. Periodic spot cleans can reduce the need for massive cleaning jobs.\nSteel wool may be used to polish chrome, but the material has a tendency to scratch it and it take..

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Can you find a manual for a Craftsman edger online?

As of 2015, ManualsOnline.com, ManualsLib.com, ManualOwl.com and HammerWall.com have different numbers of manuals for Craftsman edgers and other products. ManualsOnline.com lists 13 different manuals, all for Craftsman edger products. ManualsLib.com has 73 Craftsman Edger manuals, listed alphabetically by model number. ManualOwl.com has a list of 43 Craftsman Lawn and Garden manuals for download, but the list is a mix of edger and other Craftsman products. HammerWall.com has links to 78 PDF manuals, containing the names of each edger and model number.

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