At the transmitter site--the GROUNDING STICK is your freind along with the HV and plate voltmeters on the transmitters.If you see a reading on one of those with power off- STOP!!!!!!The supply is still charged--waiting to get you.Look away while grounding it out-the flash.One man has been killed here-and almost another so we have to be CAREFUL here.Yes-there are thousands of volts here with amps to back them.Yes if you have to measure with a prtable meter-connect it-DON'T HOLD it then take a reading-power off ground,then disconnect the meter.also a portable meter can EXPLODE if too high a voltage is applied to it or if its set to ohms or amp by mistake.Also DON'T use those meter neck straps!!!!!A STUPID device.do you want to "wear" your meter when its connected to a possibly LETHAL voltage?I wouldn't trust my life to a meter case.
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kirbysthebest
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Besides vacuums
I have a collection of lots of kitchen gadgets. I love all the mixers, food processors, toasters, pressure cookers etc. I don't have multiples of all of these, but I usually have to have at least one of everything at the Kitchen store.
Then there is laundry detergent. I have myself quite a stash of different laundry detergents.
I have a collection of lots of kitchen gadgets. I love all the mixers, food processors, toasters, pressure cookers etc. I don't have multiples of all of these, but I usually have to have at least one of everything at the Kitchen store.
Then there is laundry detergent. I have myself quite a stash of different laundry detergents.
another humidifier for the collection
I should get this today, it's made by a company called homedics. This one sounds awesome, it actually has two water tanks so it should run for a long time on one filling.
Mike
http://www.homedics.com/air-quality/homedics-warm-and-cool-mist-dual-tank-ultrasonic-humidifier.html
I should get this today, it's made by a company called homedics. This one sounds awesome, it actually has two water tanks so it should run for a long time on one filling.
Mike
http://www.homedics.com/air-quality/homedics-warm-and-cool-mist-dual-tank-ultrasonic-humidifier.html
got the new humidifier
Got the new Homedics humidifier, very nice. This is the first one I have that uses two tanks. I'm not sure how they got this to work, but it will use the water in the right tank first, then switch to the left one, perhaps the base is slanted slightly so it works this way, but I can't tell for sure. It provides warm or cool mist and 5 mist levels, a very nice humidifier for sure.
Mike
Got the new Homedics humidifier, very nice. This is the first one I have that uses two tanks. I'm not sure how they got this to work, but it will use the water in the right tank first, then switch to the left one, perhaps the base is slanted slightly so it works this way, but I can't tell for sure. It provides warm or cool mist and 5 mist levels, a very nice humidifier for sure.
Mike
luxkid1980
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Luggage
Does anyone else collect or have an interest in luggage? I love coming across great deals on used luggage in thrift stores. Like vacuums, I have a fondness for luggage that's well made and durable. Most of the durable luggage I have found has been from the 80s and typically USA made.
Recently came across this Samsonite Silhouette 4 two-wheeled suitcase from 1987. It has a few scrapes and scratches, but its in pretty good shape and the inside was fairly clean, only minor wear. What I most like about this suitcase is that it is hard sided and has a great stowable handle for rolling. It also has very robust closures and a nice sturdy handle for carrying the suitcase.
Samsonite still make the Silhouette series of luggage, but the newer cases don't seem to be anywhere near as robust as the older models. Anyways, just thought I'd share.
Does anyone else collect or have an interest in luggage? I love coming across great deals on used luggage in thrift stores. Like vacuums, I have a fondness for luggage that's well made and durable. Most of the durable luggage I have found has been from the 80s and typically USA made.
Recently came across this Samsonite Silhouette 4 two-wheeled suitcase from 1987. It has a few scrapes and scratches, but its in pretty good shape and the inside was fairly clean, only minor wear. What I most like about this suitcase is that it is hard sided and has a great stowable handle for rolling. It also has very robust closures and a nice sturdy handle for carrying the suitcase.
Samsonite still make the Silhouette series of luggage, but the newer cases don't seem to be anywhere near as robust as the older models. Anyways, just thought I'd share.
That case is just like mine!!Unfortunately one of the wheels on the base is gone--broke off on a trip from Greenville to LA-so the case has to be carried-and gets HEAVY!!!Going to replace the one I have.Next trip will look at newer bags.Dragging the case with the missing tire is no fun in a large airport such as LA's.
luxkid1980
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Rex, luckily the wheels on mine are still in good shape. Have you checked to see if the wheels can be replaced? We have a store in town that repairs luggage, though may be cheaper to buy a new used one versus the cost of replacement wheels.
I had the wheels replaced on a smaller Hartmann brand suitcase, and I think it was $50 or so. The Samsonite was only $6.50 or something at Goodwill so I won't complain too much if it only last for a little while. They can be rough with them at the airport!
I had the wheels replaced on a smaller Hartmann brand suitcase, and I think it was $50 or so. The Samsonite was only $6.50 or something at Goodwill so I won't complain too much if it only last for a little while. They can be rough with them at the airport!
justjunque
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I don't currently collect any other appliances.
If I could, I'd have at least a couple of vintage washers and dryers, but I have no room.
That being said, I'm not "accused" of being a hoarder...I'm a hoarder.
So I have "collections" of lots of other things.
Kerosene lanterns.
Battery-powered flashing barricade lights. (And one electric one)
Diecast vehicles.
Old Columbia bicycles.
Western Electric/Bell System telephones and memorabilia.
Vintage ads and tin signs. Some are new reproductions.
Real cars, to a degree. I developed a bad habit of not getting rid of one when I bought another one.
Plus, I have one that I used to put in local shows, back when I had some disposable income.
And, of course, about sixteen or so vacuums.
And I'm sure I have a hoard of something else that I'm forgetting to mention.
Too bad it's not $100 bills!
Barry
If I could, I'd have at least a couple of vintage washers and dryers, but I have no room.
That being said, I'm not "accused" of being a hoarder...I'm a hoarder.
So I have "collections" of lots of other things.
Kerosene lanterns.
Battery-powered flashing barricade lights. (And one electric one)
Diecast vehicles.
Old Columbia bicycles.
Western Electric/Bell System telephones and memorabilia.
Vintage ads and tin signs. Some are new reproductions.
Real cars, to a degree. I developed a bad habit of not getting rid of one when I bought another one.
Plus, I have one that I used to put in local shows, back when I had some disposable income.
And, of course, about sixteen or so vacuums.
And I'm sure I have a hoard of something else that I'm forgetting to mention.
Too bad it's not $100 bills!
Barry
completenutt
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I have 4 Rowenta irons.
All top of the line models, each one came out about 4 years after each prior.
Interesting evolution of their theories of steam control...
Up until a little more than decade ago they were pioneers of a pressure relief valve system which channeled to the steam sole plate and shot out a massive burst of steam every 10 seconds or so, then after they realized that calcium build up caused malfunctioning and eventual early failure, they came out with a micro water pump with an activation trigger just in front under the handle like a gun trigger that pumped steam on demand continually up to 20 seconds.
https://www.rowentausa.com/LINEN-CARE/STEAM-IRONS/STEAMFORCE-IRON-DW9280/p/1110030616
All top of the line models, each one came out about 4 years after each prior.
Interesting evolution of their theories of steam control...
Up until a little more than decade ago they were pioneers of a pressure relief valve system which channeled to the steam sole plate and shot out a massive burst of steam every 10 seconds or so, then after they realized that calcium build up caused malfunctioning and eventual early failure, they came out with a micro water pump with an activation trigger just in front under the handle like a gun trigger that pumped steam on demand continually up to 20 seconds.
https://www.rowentausa.com/LINEN-CARE/STEAM-IRONS/STEAMFORCE-IRON-DW9280/p/1110030616
luxkid1980
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Nice Barry, sounds like you collect some interesting items! I too like lanterns, but the ones I have are Coleman liquid fuel camping lanterns.
Bill, I too like irons, but usually some of the General Electric ones from the 70s and 80s. I wanted to get one of the Oreck cordless irons since they were cordless, but not sure how well they work. I've heard Rowenta irons are nice
Bill, I too like irons, but usually some of the General Electric ones from the 70s and 80s. I wanted to get one of the Oreck cordless irons since they were cordless, but not sure how well they work. I've heard Rowenta irons are nice
There are no luggage repair places my way-haven't seen such a place in many,many years!Think I will just replace the bag.I will leave the old one in the attic in case I run into a wheel.
dysonman1
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I have a small collection of kitchen appliances along with my cookbook collection. While I vastly prefer my vintage Hobart N50 Commercial Mixer, I also like the Sunbeam Mixmaster. I have a Hoover coffee maker and a Hoover Iron as well as Tri-Pan. I love all the vintage colors as well as the chrome.
luxkid1980
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Nice collection Tom and a nice shelving unit to display all those beauties! Wish I had more space to display mine.
Wish I had more space to display mine.gregvacs28
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Super nice display, Tom
It's great to not only collect but also have the ability to properly display our treasures. Yours look great !
..... and I had no idea people were collecting bottled water containers.
Seriously though, do we think there are people who have collected, and still collect bottle water drink containers?!
Remember when bottled water started becoming 'a thing' back in like the 90s? .... you know there's someone out who does collect. When asked I'm sure it would be something like: "no, I don't collect ALL of them. Just the personal size containers under 20 oz. and made by Dasani and Crystal Mountain." "The rare brands are really going up in value, too." "I wish I had the commemorative bottles made by___________ from 1998....so rare"
lol.
It's great to not only collect but also have the ability to properly display our treasures. Yours look great !
..... and I had no idea people were collecting bottled water containers.
Seriously though, do we think there are people who have collected, and still collect bottle water drink containers?!
Remember when bottled water started becoming 'a thing' back in like the 90s? .... you know there's someone out who does collect. When asked I'm sure it would be something like: "no, I don't collect ALL of them. Just the personal size containers under 20 oz. and made by Dasani and Crystal Mountain." "The rare brands are really going up in value, too." "I wish I had the commemorative bottles made by___________ from 1998....so rare"
lol.
gregvacs28
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And just so people don't think I'm mocking anyone
choice collections, I've been known to collect things.
When I was a kid, like 7 or so, I collected (unused) napkins from restaurants, birthday parties, holiday, ect.
I think I also collected dominoes.
Then in my teens I started collecting vacuums, large appliances, small appliances, and miniature christmas lights.
Of course who didn't have a record/cassette/cd collection? Does that even count? I suppose it would if you collected all the same album.
choice collections, I've been known to collect things.
When I was a kid, like 7 or so, I collected (unused) napkins from restaurants, birthday parties, holiday, ect.
I think I also collected dominoes.
Then in my teens I started collecting vacuums, large appliances, small appliances, and miniature christmas lights.
Of course who didn't have a record/cassette/cd collection? Does that even count? I suppose it would if you collected all the same album.
I used to save napkins too.
I had them from notable places in NY, etc. some of those places are long gone.
I have (not sure how it happened) a ton of other Hoover appliances. You can see them in the Vintage section.
Look under the post: "Preparing the Hoover gallery. Care to see some Hoovers"?") You'll see an arsenal.
I, too, have a lot of vintage Christmas lights, etc.
Why do we do this?
I had them from notable places in NY, etc. some of those places are long gone.
I have (not sure how it happened) a ton of other Hoover appliances. You can see them in the Vintage section.
Look under the post: "Preparing the Hoover gallery. Care to see some Hoovers"?") You'll see an arsenal.
I, too, have a lot of vintage Christmas lights, etc.
Why do we do this?
I've just started indulging my fascination with garbage disposals...
Do have a small collection of disposers-it started when the maintenance engineer from an apartment house I lived in gave me a few used ones-and also fan/blower motors from HVAC units.
Lately my gun collecting bug has bitten me-have added several new ones to my collection.
And---my lighting collection-have added some new lights,portable and fixed.
Lately my gun collecting bug has bitten me-have added several new ones to my collection.
And---my lighting collection-have added some new lights,portable and fixed.
gregvacs28
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John
lol "Why do we do this?"
I wouldn't worry about it. It's innocent. You're not hurting anybody and it's a natural process. Lots of boys do it.
collecting vacuum is perfectly normal.
I'm very interested in seeing your hoard.
lol "Why do we do this?"
I wouldn't worry about it. It's innocent. You're not hurting anybody and it's a natural process. Lots of boys do it.
collecting vacuum is perfectly normal.
I'm very interested in seeing your hoard.
So is collecting other things,too!Humans are like packrats-they will collect things they like.Same with crows!
