Showing posts with label electric. Show all posts
Showing posts with label electric. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

DIY "How-to" Milwakee Sawzall Blade Change out for Dummies



A reciprocating saw is a wonderful tool and I've used them for thousands of handyman DIY construction and repair tasks over the years. This is a must-have for the power tool collection. Even though to many, it may be blatantly obvious how to change out a blade, it may not be to others or beginners. The first thing, like any other power tool blade or wheel change out operation, unplug the damn thing. I've seen a lot of injuries and almost got a few myself for being stupid or careless and not taking the simple step of unplugging the tool before changing out the blade, wheel, or bit. Once unplugged, you'll need an Allen wrench that fits the Allen head set screw in the reciprocating head. Typically these come with one but many of us lose these things. Loosen the set screw and the blade will come out. Many new models of reciprocating saws have quick disconnect style fittings on them so no wrench may be necessary depending on the model you have. Grab your fresh blade and place it back into the same position and insert it into the slot. Then tighten the Allen head set screw. You are now good to go.



If you don't have one or need a new one, here is a link on amazon to have one delivered: https://amzn.to/34AejAA



www.diy-technician.com

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Project Source Brand Overhead Ceiling Light Fixture Installation-Model#0...



As homeowners and handymen we are always faced with having to do upgrades. It's crucial that us DIY technicians know how to handle these kids of tasks. Whether your a Mr. or Ms. Fix it kind of person, if you don't want to pay someone to do these kinds of DIY home electrical jobs than watch my videos on it. This one was a simple light fixture change out. I want to stress a couple of safety items here. First be sure the power is off. Second, be sure the power is off. Third, don't stand on something unsafe such as a slippery chair or bucket to reach up and perform this task. Get a ladder, get a voltage detector, turn off the breaker, turn off the switch, check for current.

Now open your new Project Source light fixture box and lay out all your new parts in an organized fashion. Unscrew the old mounting bracket. There are times when you don't have to do this when you get lucky and the existing mounting bracket will fit your new installation. After unscrewing then pull your wires down a little, inspect them and make sure they are good to go for your new installation. Next step is to reinstall your new mounting bracket into the recess. The same place from which you pulled the old one out. It's helpful to pre thread your screws into the metal mounting bracket as you will be installing this into the overhead. This goes for the little green ground wire screw as well. Using wire nuts, wire your new fixture to the house wiring accordingly. It's sometimes useful to pre-bend your grounding wire in a "U" shape to facilitate it's wrapping around the green ground screw.

Install your mounting screws and slip the new light fixture on them and then tighten. After securing the base part of the light to the ceiling via the mounting screws, go ahead and install the light bulbs. Now the center threaded rod gets installed. Don't worry about which side of the threaded rod goes in first because it bottoms out in the base, meaning, you can only thread it in so far until it stops. Now install the glass portion of your light and thread on the plastic washer, metal, washer and securing nut. Snug it up with a wrench. Not too tight, just snug. Now you can place your decorative cap and decorative end nut on. Now you're all set.



LInk to Overhead Ceiling Light: https://amzn.to/2YuXTXR

Project Source Brand Overhead Ceiling Light Fixture Installation-Model# 0423825

Monday, September 23, 2019

What’s Inside? Phillips Brand CD Player AM/FM Radio-Take Apart



Found this old non-working Phillips Brand Compact Disc Player AM/FM Radio and decided to make a video showing what's inside it. They are relatively simple when you tear into them. I just used. small Phillips screwdriver for the most part. This CD player was electric but battery powered as well. This was mostly compiled of circuit boards on the inside held together by small Phillips head screws. The speakers were pulled out, the antenna screwed off, all the wiring could mostly be unplugged from the curcuit board. There wasn't a heck of a lot that could be salvaged from this but it was fun to take apart and see how hard the disassemble would be as well as seeing exactly what's inside.



Amazon has one for sale here: https://amzn.to/2l8Ymki



Here's the description: Philips Portable Micro Hi-Fi Music Sound System, CD Player, MP3-CD, CD and CD-R/RW, Dynamic Mega Bass Stereo Boost Speaker, USB Direct Input, and FM Radio, Compact Design,

by Philips Audio



Price: $59.90

Dynamic Bass Boost maximizes your music enjoyment by emphasizing the bass content of the music throughout the range of volume settings

Play MP3-CD, CD and CD-R/RW Audio Playback Loudspeakers Connectivity Tuner Bands: FM Stereo Compact design Bass Reflex Speakers deliver deep and powerful bass

USB Direct for easy MP3 music to the complete file transferability, you can easily enjoy the convenience and fun of accessing more digital music via the built-in USB Direct.

Fantastic sound from the truly compact and stylish Philips Micro Hi-Fi system. Enjoy your favorite MP3-CD tunes and USB Direct playback richly enhanced by powerful Dynamic Bass Boost

Fits any space, any lifestyle Compact design, One in All Hifi USB Direct for easy MP3 music playback USB Direct for easy MP3 music playback



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Tuesday, March 5, 2019

What’s Inside? Electric Scooter Torn Apart



This scooter has been ridden hard and put away wet. Having been thoroughly abused, it no longer works. There's a good chance it is some kind of electrical issue as it's been utilized in a wet and humid environment. I would not purchase one of these again as it did not hold up at all. It lasted less than 3 months. Regardless, it's time to toss it out. I did attempt to single out any obvious signs of problems during it's disassembly. The purpose of taking it apart was to satisfy my curiosity of what's inside. During a slow and observant disassembly I could not locate any glaring signs of electrical problems other than a pinched wire for the LED light. The other purpose of this video is to share the experience with you.

Thursday, January 17, 2019

How to: Milwakee Sawzall Blade Change out for Dummies


A reciprocating saw is a wonderful tool and I've used them for thousands of handyman DIY construction and repair tasks over the years. This is a must-have for the power tool collection. Even though to many, it may be blatantly obvious how to change out a blade, it may not be to others or beginners. The first thing, like any other power tool blade or wheel change out operation, unplug the damn thing. I've seen a lot of injuries and almost got a few myself for being stupid or careless and not taking the simple step of unplugging the tool before changing out the blade, wheel, or bit. Once unplugged, you'll need an Allen wrench that fits the Allen head set screw in the reciprocating head. Typically these come with one but many of us lose these things. Loosen the set screw and the blade will come out. Many new models of reciprocating saws have quick disconnect style fittings on them so no wrench may be necessary depending on the model you have. Grab your fresh blade and place it back into the same position and insert it into the slot. Then tighten the Allen head set screw. You are now good to go.

If you don't have one or need a new one, here is a link on amazon to have one delivered: https://amzn.to/34AejAA