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revised Can I convert a window A/C unit in to a pool-water cooled system?
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revised How can I repair this wood window trim?
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comment What is going on with my central air?
Watch out for #15 in that diagram. If you don't discharge the capacitor before working on the condenser unit, it can put you on your backside if you're not careful. Also, don't forget to pull the serviceman disconnect before opening up the condenser unit.
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revised Is a high electric bill for a pump house caused by a well pump running constantly?
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revised How can I wire a GFCI receptacle and a combination switch/receptacle device?
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comment How can I wire a GFCI receptacle and a combination switch/receptacle device?
@HerrBag Added note. This is a couple labels away from being a completely code compliant installation, as is (see NEC 2011 406.4(D)(2)(b) & (c)).
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answered How can I wire a GFCI receptacle and a combination switch/receptacle device?
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comment How can I fix a tilted concrete shed footing?
What are the dimensions of the shed? Is it actually movable? Some pictures might help folks understand the problem a bit better.
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revised What could cause an old electric oven to run hot even when adjusted to the lowest setting?
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comment Can I build my own vacuum chamber sealer system?
This site is for do-it-yourself home repair and maintenance, not general do-it-yourself projects. This question does not seem to deal with home improvement.
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revised Can I build my own vacuum chamber sealer system?
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revised How do I calculate the proper fan size for a bathroom exhaust and the number of pickups?
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revised Does it mean a broken wire if a doorbell transformer works, but there is little-to-no voltage at the switch?
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comment Does it mean a broken wire if a doorbell transformer works, but there is little-to-no voltage at the switch?
Does either switch have a light? If the switch has a light I would expect it to have a measurable voltage drop (3V doesn't sound unreasonable), but a simple switch would have a very low (if not 0) voltage drop.
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answered Does it mean a broken wire if a doorbell transformer works, but there is little-to-no voltage at the switch?
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comment What's causing the popping noise from my speakers?
Are the speakers plugged in to a surge suppressor, UPS, or other similar electrical device? Is the receptacle that the speakers are plugged in to grounded (does it have a ground pin, that is being used)?
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comment Why is my air conditioner tripping the circuit breaker?
If the condenser fan does not spin, you can stop the diagnosis. You need a new motor, yours is locked. When a motor is not spinning (locked rotor), resistance is very low (nearly 0), making current very high. If this situation is not corrected (i.e. the rotor does not start to spin), the current in the circuit will quickly surpass the level at which the breaker should trip. I'll try to write a proper answer later when I have time, unless somebody beats me to it.
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revised How do I select and install a kitchen exhaust system?
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