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First find the model number of your appliance.
Many manuals can be found at:
http://www.partsdirect.comOther manuals can be found by researching the manufacturer.
The brand may not be the manufacturer.
Check here to see who makes what:
http://www.appliance411.com/parts/make.shtmlMany manuals are no longer available so you may just need to ask specific questions on this and other websites to diagnose your appliance problems. Many of the people who visit this and other sites own service manuals, which cover lines of products from manufacturers, and may be able to help, if you fully explain the symptoms of the problem and describe the appliance down to the model number.
Platform Bed Plans:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_bedroom/article/0,,HGTV_3366_1373741,00.htmlMurphy Bed Plans and kit:
http://www.wallbed.comCrib Parts:
Delta
http://deltaenterprise.com/crib1.htm or 718-385-1000.
EvenFlo
https://plweb.evenflo.com/replacement_parts.aspxOr multiple manufacturers:
http://www.productsamerica.com/Product Recalls:
Consumer Product Safety Commission:
http://www.cpsc.gov/Be careful if you have special coatings or don’t want your items damaged in the process of removing the Super or Krazy glue. Acetone or Nail polish remover is recommended by the manufacturer but may damage your item as well.
If it is a glass or a shiny surface I would try scraping with a razor blade. Remember eyeglasses may have coatings that will be damaged.
For fabric let the glue dry then try to crumple it out.
Super Glue/Krazy Glue aka cyanoacrylate, may have a chemical reaction with many substances and actually becomes part of it. That is one of the reasons why it works so well.http://science.howstuffworks.com/question695.htm
Here are links to the manufacturer’s sites:
http://www.elfy.com/
http://www.krazyglue.com/faq/faq.asp?question=cat_2Before going any further, find the Model # on your machine or tool.
Then start is the Sears Parts Website:
http://www.partsdirect.com
If that did not work, try calling their parts line.
(800) 469-4663Still no luck?
Go to:
http://www.owwm.com/Craftsman/Manufacturers-Prefix.aspFind the manufacturer of your tool. Google the maker to see if they are still in business http://www.google.com and contact them directly.
Still no luck?
My next stop is eBay:
http://www.ebay.com They have a tool section and often you can find the same model of your tool for sale. It does not matter if it works. I have combined several of my old tools to make one working model. That is of course if you are trying to use the tool and not just collect antiques.Still no luck?
Try local flea markets and garage sales, many will state, “tools” in their ads. This is a last resort and if you have made it this far you may want to look into having your tool serviced by a professional. They may have access to parts that are replacements for your original or they can replace a couple parts down the line and make your tool like new.
Good luck.
Often people ask if Sears or Craftsman manufactures the tools they sell. The answer is simply, no. Sears owns the brand name Craftsman and contracts out the manufacture to tool producers. Sears picks the features they want on their models and specifies the quality specifications. Then brands these tools. Sears may also own some of the patents to produce exclusive tools.
Why should you buy Craftsman?
They are decent tools at a decent price. And they go on sale.
The hand tools also have a great guarantee.
On a side note: I could not figure out why the tool department wanted to fix my ratchet instead of replace it until I got home and the new one did not fit in my plastic case. I should have listened more closely to the teenager behind the counter.Where did the name Craftsman come from?
This is from the Sears website:
“Historians do know the origin of the Craftsman brand name. In 1927, Sears hired Arthur Barrows to head the company’s Hardware Department. Barrows knew hardware and wanted to create a brand name for Sears hardware that distinguished it from other manufacturers. Barrows liked the name Craftsman used by the Marion-Craftsman Tool Company and offered Marion-Craftsman a reported $500.00 for the rights to use the Craftsman name on Sears products.
“When Sears promoted Barrows to West Coast Manager, he hired Tom Dunlap to take over the hardware department. Dunlap immediately upgraded the quality of the tools. He threw out all the big, clumsy, cheap, cast-iron hammers and wrenches, and the soft screwdrivers that were hangovers from the days when farmers were the company’s biggest customers. Dunlap recognized that America had moved into the automobile age and that Sears needed a line of high quality tools to meet this new demand.
“Tom Dunlap understood the pride a good mechanic had in their tools and how most mechanics meticulously cleaned their tools at the end of each day. He decided to improve the look of Craftsman tools by adding chrome plate to improve the finish, color, and trim on wrenches and sockets, and high impact plastic handles on screwdrivers. Dunlap’s old boss, Arthur Barrows did not think it made sense to chrome plate a tool that someone would “slug the hell out of” when using, but Dunlap’s persistence paid off and sales of chrome plated tools increased six times the next year. Craftsman full polish wrenches quickly became popular with mechanics because they were reliable, looked good, and were easy to clean.”AMT 5300
AMT 5300 lathe. The only info given was that AMT was not making wood working equipment any longer. That is true but AMT did not make that lathe, it came from China and AMT put their name on it. Les Stewart of Rock Hill, SC found a source for parts for this lathe and “This lathe is an older version of a Harbor Freight model 34706 lathe. The biggest difference is that the HF lathe has the spindles bored for #2 Morse tapers. Other than that it is the same.”According to the Kenmore site there are several reasons to use the special detergent.
http://www.kenmorehe4t.com/forums/Cleaning/12/12/flat-page1.htmlNamely, Less sudsing so you don’t overflow. And enzymes and chemicals that supposedly remove dirt/stink/(why you wash clothes) with less water.
Not speaking from experience with the HE4t just looking at their site, I am guessing you can save the planet by using less water and energy.
I am not sure what the cost benefit analysis is but if you have a higher capacity and are able to use less water and energy you are saving.
This may even lower the cost of energy for everything as a supply and demand issue.
Less dependence on fossil fuels. Save the planet, one load of laundry at a time.In the back of woodworking magazines there are ads for these.
Go to Ho me De pot or Lo wes magazine section pick up a magazine and thumb through to the back.Take a pen and paper with you and call them to send out a catalog or request a quote.
Here is a quick how to from discussions.tommmymac.us. In our example, we used Benjamin Moore but there should be similar quality paints and colors from Sherwin Williams, Behr or Sears. Although not stated in the article, the blue paint is used for the stencil patterns.
Faux Terra-Cotta Tile Floor
Concrete basement floors, porches, patios, even garage floors, can look a little grim. Sure, you can paint a concrete floor a single, uniform color, but how interesting is that? Why not try something a little more attractive? Tromp l’oeil (fool-the-eye) painting techniques are a lot more fun. The details below will show you how to transform a monochromatic concrete slab into a stylish terra-cotta tile floor using water-based paints.What do you need to create this paint effect?
You need latex floor enamel paints in a few colors. Here are some suggestions from Benjamin Moore Latex Porch and Floor Enamel, the colors: Country Redwood, Adobe Clay, Bisque, Bamboo Beige, Platinum Gray, Blue Quarry, and White. Any durable porch or floor paint would create the same effect. The reason for so many colors is that they need to be mixed as you work to get the kind of realistic variation seen in real terra cotta and grout joints. Besides the paints, you’ll need these tools:
tape measure
chalk line tool
1 2x 12-inch square of foam rubber
4-inch square of foam
pencil
straightedge
We also need a couple of paintbrushes–one about 2 inches wide, and other 1/2-inch artist’s brush–a couple of large, shallow baking dishes, and a precut stencil, no more than 3 1/2 inches square.
So where do you start?The first step is to find the center of each wall around the perimeter of the floor and mark it on the floor. Then, using the chalk line tool, snap straight lines that meet in the exact center of the room. When you stretch the chalk line between opposite centerpoints and snap the line, it deposits a temporary mark for your layout so that you’ll end up with equal borders around the edges–just like a professional tiler would create his layout. Next use the pencil and the straightedge to mark off 12 x12 squares 1/2 inch apart.
How do you apply the paint?
First mix paints for the for the large, 12-inch tiles. Use the 2-inch paintbrush to dab some paint on the bottom of the baking pan. Combine about 4 parts Adobe, one part Redwood, about 1/2 part Beige, and a touch of Bisque. Swirl the colors together but don’t mix them thoroughly. Then take the 12 x12 square of carpet foam and dip the face in the pan. Use it as a stamp to deposit the paint on the concrete. You work from the centerlines outward in quadrants, stamping the tiles about 1/2 inch apart. Don’t worry if the tiles aren’t perfectly aligned, it’ll enhance the realism. And don’t worry if the stamped-on paint doesn’t cover completely. You can apply more paint to the floor with your brush, swirling the colors in. Remember, a mottled effect is essential for a realism.
The small foam square is used to create accent tiles. Dip it in white paint and stamp at the intersections of four tiles in a random pattern. When the white paint is dry, you can apply a stencil pattern for added decoration. Eventually, paint in the grout lines with your 1/2-inch brush and the Platinum Gray paint. The latex paint dries quickly. You can walk on it in stocking feet in about an hour. Wait a day or two before walking on it with shoes or placing furniture on it. Will the paint wear off underfoot? Eventually, yes. But latex floor paints are formulated to withstand abrasion and last a long time. A pattern like this is also pretty easy to touch up if it should become worn.It seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieChamberlain, Craftsman, or Lift-Master Transmitter with “Smart” or “learn” button
http://www.doorsandopeners.com/html/programtransmitters.phpHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.htmlIt seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.htmlIt seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.htmlIt seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.htmlIt seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.htmlIt seems everyone has issues with their garage door. Whether it is the remote control the motor or the spring.
discussions.tommmymac.us does not recommend the changing of the Torsion spring by a do it yourselfer. However if you are interested in seeing how it is done here is website devoted to it.
http://www.truetex.com/garage.htmHow do I program my garage door opener?
The instructions at these links work for just about all brands:
Liftmaster
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/kbase/liftmaster-main.html
Genie
http://www.usdoorcontrol.com/instructions.php?genieHow to buy a Garage Door Opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_110395_buy-garage-door.htmlHow to trouble shoot a garage door opener?
http://www.ehow.com/how_115961_troubleshoot-garage-door.htmlInstalling a garage door:
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/Search/?q=garage+door&s=6Where to buy a garage door opener?
http://discussions.tommmymac.us/ProductServices/SmartBuys/SmartDirectory/Tools_HomeSecurity_and_GarageDoorOpeners.html
