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How To Install a Ground Fault Circuit Breaker to Replace a GFCI Outlet or Receptacle
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In this video we show you the parts & supplies needed and explain the process of installing radiant PEX tubing using aluminum staple up heat transfer omega plates.
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In this video we take a look at the Mango Power Station and connect it to my power inlet box in my yard and discover some interesting things in the process. We also compare the Olight Marauder 2 and the Marauder Mini and discuss the discontinuation of the Eale Grip locking pliers by Malco.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - Video Prologue
1:43 - Mango Power E Intro
2:39 - Going To Menard's
4:34 - Wanna Go To Pizza Ranch?
5:30 - Mango Power E Mobility
5:57 - Malco's Eagle Grip Vise Grips
6:36 - Mango Power E Outputs
8:45 - The Blunder: How It Happened
10:19 - Testing The Cord & Hooking Up Power Station
12:16 - Mango Power E Power Station SALE!
13:22 - OLIGHT Performance Tests & SALE!
19:15 - Mango Power E Final Conclusions
21:03 - Thanks & SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this 90 second video I show you how the connections that run between your thermostat and your furnace control board controls each of your home's heating and cooling components.
Keep in mind that there's only so much that we could fit into 90 seconds, so please watch the full video to learn more about how other parts of your thermostat wiring works. We skipped over some of the more redundant parts of the wiring, but discuss everything in the full video. You can watch that video right here: youtube.com/watch?v=b0CuS2gNzYQ
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0:00 - Intro
1:13 - NEMA 2 Port 5-15P 3 Prong Male to L14-30R 4 Prong Female
1:39 - Power Banks Used
2:02 - Testing The Cord
3:29 - Testing Voltages Across Cord Outlet
4:53 - Power Inlet Box & Interlock Kit
6:48 - Measuring Our Power Demand
7:04 - Power ON!
7:45 - Power Difference Between Power Banks
8:24 - Commence Troubleshoot
10:07 - Supper Time, brb
11:03 - Testing The Breaker
11:50 - :(
12:42 - Turning On Again
13:46 - Power Frequency Mismatch
15:07 - SENSE Energy Monitor Extra Details
15:48 - Inside The Breaker
17:12 - Great Cord Option–With A Caveat
18:50 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
In this video we experiment to see if it's possible to power a 240v panel with two separate 120v sources and what implications that can have on your 240v equipment. Some things didn't go as planned though so we found ourselves in a troubleshooting situation.
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0:00 Intro
0:48 ONE Bad Subfloor Prep
6:34 TWO Anchoring Vinyl Plank to Subfloor
12:34 THREE Failing to Calculate First & Last Rows
14:16 FOUR Not Removing Baseboard
17:02 FIVE Not Undercutting Doorways
19:00 SIX Expansion Gap
20:12 SEVEN Start & End Boards Too Short
21:14 EIGHT Pulling From One Box
22:16 NINE Forcing the Vinyl
23:36 TEN Bad Planning/Layout
In this video we go over the top 10 vinyl plank flooring installation mistakes to avoid! Comment with your vinyl plank installation tips and mistakes that you've learned on your installations.
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In this video we go over how to install a whole house surge protection device (SPD) and discuss the differences between type 1, 2, 3, and 4 SPD's. The device being installed today is the GE THomeSurge by ABB and we go over all the steps you need to take to install this in your own system in an optimal way.
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In this 90 second video I show you all the essential components of a set of AC gauges and explain in as few words as possible, what everything does.
There's only so much that you can fit into 90 seconds though, so please watch the full video so I can show you how I use them to test the pressures on a running system. In that video we end up resolving an issue that was causing abnormal pressures. You can watch it here: youtube.com/watch?v=xlJ98622Khs
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In this video we go through how to install the 3rd Gen Nest Thermostat to work with a heat pump and gas furnace. I also talk about the different functions of each wire and walk you through the setup and testing of the equipment connected to the Nest Thermostat.
0:00 - Nest Thermostat With Heat Pump Intro
0:08 - About This Installation
0:40 - DISCONNECT POWER
1:03 - Old Thermostat Removal
1:59 - Wire Functions
4:20 - Install Nest Thermostat
4:40 - Nest Thermostat Setup Process
6:36 - Connect Nest Thermostat To App
7:07 - Eco Mode
7:35 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video I am preparing to hang a new electrical panel, so that inspired me to talk about the height requirements for your electrical panels, as well as some other equally important code requirements regarding placement and spacing as described in the NEC 2020 codebook.
0:00 - Electrical Panel Placement Intro
0:50 - 1st Panel Example (Lower Height)
1:36 - Working Space Code Requirements
2:13 - 2nd Panel Example (Higher Height)
3:00 - 3rd Panel Example (My Preferred Height)
4:10 - Panel Option: Behind a Door
5:00 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video we go over how to make all the connections for a gas dryer so that you are able to complete a leak free and safe installation.
0:00 - How To Install Gas Dryer Intro
0:42 - Gas Dryer Connections
1:27 - Attach Dryer Side Flex Connector Fitting
2:17 - CAP YOUR UNUSED GAS LINES
2:36 - Bleed Air From Gas Line
3:06 - Attach Flex Connector To Valve
3:34 - PROPERLY Lift Dryer Into Place
4:27 - Connect Flex Connector To Dryer
5:05 - Turn On Gas And Check For Leaks!
5:36 - How To Attach Dryer Flex Duct
7:05 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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0:14 - How To Install Floor Dain Intro
1:08 - What Depth To Set A Floor Drain
3:54 - How To Pour Concrete Around Floor Drain
6:25 - About This (re)Installation
7:05 - Installing The Floor Drain
8:29 - Dry-Fit & Level Drain
9:30 - Anchor And Stabilize Drain
11:55 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video Ben and Reuben go on a service call to replace a condensing fan motor as well as condensing fan blades on a commercial rooftop unit.
One of the fan blade assemblies shredded itself apart somehow and due to being imbalanced from the damage, caused multiple refrigerant leaks on the refrigerant lines from the resulting vibration.
At the same time, the fan motor had gone bad on the adjacent condensing fan.
0:00 - Condensing Fan Motor Install Intro
0:35 - Commercial Rooftop Condensing Condition
1:27 - Refrigerant Leaks Fixed
3:02 - We Pull a Vacuum On The Line
3:55 - Install Repaired Brackets & Fan Motors
7:20 - Install New Capacitor In Cabinet
8:47 - Mount New Fan Blades (Metaphorically New)
11:24 - Counter Clockwise, Lead End
12:36 - Add Refrigerant To Condensing Compressors
14:11 - Fan Motor Won't Start Troubleshooting
15:12 - (It Wasn't This)
17:52 - That Time Reuben Almost Died In A Basement
19:52 - You Can't Say It Was A Fluke
20:15 - Fan Motor Is Running!
21:06 - Reading The System Pressures
22:29 - Hand Soap.
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0:16 - About This Installation
1:39 - Indirect Drains
2:00 - Drill Hole Into Drain Pan
3:31 - Add Silicone
4:13 - Install Washing Machine Drain Pan
4:37 - Where My Drain Pan Drains To
5:45 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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WARNING: We are certified professionals with years of experience in HVAC as well as electrical.
Some of the things we do in this video are extremely dangerous, please do not attempt anything like this if you do not know exactly what you are doing.
In this video we take a look at a weird set of circumstances that cause parts of an air conditioner unit to keep working (backwards...) even while it is turned off. This video serves as the perfect example of why it is now required to install air conditioners on ground-fault protected circuits.
0:00 - Weird AC Problem Intro
0:08 - This AC's Strange Symptoms
1:05 - Why Fan Is Working While AC Is Off
2:12 - What Happens When We Turn It On?
3:26 - Whoa. That's a Really Big Dog
2:56 - Why a Ground Wire Is Absolutely Imperative
4:09 - We Disconnected The Ground Wire
5:00 - 2.41 Amps On a Line Set
6:00 - How To Remove Fan Blades From Fan Motor
6:55 - How To Install New AC Fan Motor
9:25 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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0:00 - Rough In Plumbing Under Slab Intro
0:22 - #0 - Setting Slope & Digging Trenches
1:25 - #1 - Emergency Use Floor Drain
3:09 - #2 - Stand Pipe Drain
3:55 - #3 - Main Cleanout Pipe
5:08 - #4 - Kitchenette Plumbing
6:43 - #5 - Pipe Sleeves & Sleeve Stand
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10:41 - #7 - Bathroom Plumbing
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14:29 - #9 - Black & Grey Water Management
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18:53 - #11 - PVC Pipe Guidelines
20:50 - #12 - Waste Water Cleanouts
21:38 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video I show you how to install the Google Nest Doorbell (formerly known as Nest Hello). This is the wired version which requires 24 volt power, so I also show you how to install a transformer to supply that power to your doorbell.
0:00 - Google Nest Doorbell Intro
0:15 - Why Get The Wired Version
1:24 - The Devices & Materials You Need
2:58 - Placement Height
4:35 - Running Wire To Power Source
5:16 - How To Install 24v Power Transformer
11:54 - How To Wire Google Nest Doorbell
14:53 - Testing The Device
16:40 - Correcting Our Wiring
18:42 - Testing The Device Again
19:48 - Installation Progress
21:51 - Second Transformer Installation
24:34 - Finishing Up The Installation
25:13 - Conclusion
26:02 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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5:10 - Don't Do These
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In this video we discuss all of the essential things you should consider when upgrading or replacing and existing 240v main or sub panel. There are so many different things that you can encounter in a project like this so I highly recommend hiring an experienced licensed electrician.
0:00 - Main Panel Replacement Intro
1:20 - Choosing a New Panel & Reasons to Upgrade
2:30 - What is a Double Tapped Breaker
3:43 - What Size Main Breaker & Disconnect Requirements
6:52 - How Many Spaces Should my Panel Have?
7:20 - Cover Unused Knockout Openings In Panel
8:08 - Hire a Licensed Professional
8:30 - What Electrical Panel Should I Buy?
9:02 - Make Sure You Get a Plug On Neutral Panel
9:32 - Breaker Requirements for AFCI & GFCI
10:33 - Shared Neutrals Causing Arc Fault or Ground Fault Breakers to Trip
11:20 - Multi-wire Branch Circuits
18:32 - Materials & Supplies Needed
19:26 - DISCONNECT THE POWER
20:19 - Document Current Setup
21:13 - Pull Out All Connections
21:50 - Main Panel Placement Guidelines
23:19 - Bonded / Separated Neutrals
29:11 - Why You Should Use Grounding Bars
30:58 - How To Extend Existing Wires
31:46 - Compatibility Between Breakers & Wires
32:59 - Romex Cables & Connectors
34:58 - Installing Ground Wires
37:27 - Installing Neutral Wires
39:09 - Mark Wires With Appropriate Colors
40:08 - Installing Hot Wires
48:02 - Final Touches
50:58 - Add Cover & Fill Labels Inside Door
54:27 - Bonus Wisdom With Scott
56:00 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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Hand-held Carpet Tucker Tool: amzn.to/3NGPxW1
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0:00 - Carpeting Stairs Intro
0:52 - Waterfall Vs. Hollywood Style
1:29 - Preperations & Tack Strips
2:25 - Stapling Carpet
3:42 - Carpet Padding
6:18 - Carpeting Top Stair Step
8:38 - Carpeting Top Flight Of Stairs
10:56 - Carpeting Stairs Landing
13:57 - Carpeting The Last Step
16:25 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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0:00 - Carpet Seaming Intro
0:18 - Cut Off Factory Edge & Excess
2:48 - Trim To Length With Shears
5:04 - The Direction Of Pile
5:41 - Caring For Your Carpet
6:37 - Carpet Crunchy Sounds
7:09 - Seam Sealer For Carpet
8:26 - How To Use Seam Tape
11:41 - Planning Your Carpet Seams
13:10 - What Seam Tape To Buy
14:22 - Seamer Too Hot Or Too Cold
15:50 - Remove Boards & Reconnect Carpet
16:22 - Seaming Carpet Under Doors
16:57 - Installing Carpeting On Stairs
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Capacitors (I picked brands I personally would recommend)
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Beef Rib Recipe I Used: thestayathomechef.com/slow-cooker-beef-short-ribs/#jump-to-recipe
0:00 - Mystery Energy Spikes Intro
0:42 - Energy Spikes Discovery
1:26 - Source Of Energy Spikes
1:49 - 2018 Beef Ribs
3:08 - Checking AC Contactor
3:52 - Checking AC Capacitor
6:01 - Goodman Heat Pump Capacitor Specs
6:50 - Measuring Locked Rotor Amps
7:19 - What Capacitor To Use For Your AC
8:57 - Goodman Heat Pump Capacitor Replacement
10:49 - Capacitor Or Compressor?
13:09 - Sense Home Energy Monitor
13:41 - Bonus—Must Watch!
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0:00 - AC Hard Start Kit Intro
0:16 - Disconnect AC Power
0:32 - What You Can Expect
1:05 - Make Sure Power Is OFF
1:22 - AC/Heat Pump Capacitor
2:25 - Super Boost Hard Start Kit
2:52 - Cross Capacitor Terminals
3:20 - Hard Start Kit Installation
5:08 - Starting The AC
6:16 - Electrical Tester (Buy One)
6:48 - Unfused, Fused Disconnect
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Here we go through the process of how to install a hard start kit on an air conditioner outdoor condenser.
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In this video I take you through the step by step process of installing traditional recessed lights.
0:00 - Recessed Lights Intro
0:19 - Current Situation
0:51 - Cut Out Recessed Light Cavities
1:08 - How To Place & Space Out Recessed Lights In A Room
3:16 - Abandon Knob & Tube Wiring
4:47 - Mount Recessed Light Cans
5:11 - Replace & Mount Boxes
7:06 - Romex Cable Run To Light Cans
9:34 - Recessed Light Wiring Configuration Daisy Chain
10:30 - How To Wire Recessed Light Cans
17:17 - Rough In Junction Box Wiring
26:40 - Replace 20 Amp With 15 Amp Breaker
32:19 - Wiha Torque Screw Driver
33:49 - How To Wire Receptacle
41:05 - How To Wire Switch (One Way)
43:50 - Install LED Recessed Light Retrofit Trim
47:02 - Install Chandelier Light
48:36 - Turn On The Lights!
49:32 - Josh The Video Editor
50:00 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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Here I take you through all of the details that you need to know to successfully run a lineset for a mini split air conditioner or heat pump system. We will go over the specific details of how to make a proper flare connection on copper pipe, apply Nylog sealant to the fittings, routing and bending the lines, and finally how to torque those connections with a torque wrench.
0:00 - Mini Split Line Set Intro
0:14 - The Most Important Part Of Your Line Set
0:35 - Tools For Flaring Mini Split Unit Line Set
0:54 - Cutting Thin Copper Tubing
2:20 - Deburring/Reaming Out The Copper Pipe
2:54 - Flaring The 3/8" Tube
4:24 - Cutting Thick Copper Tube
4:45 - Reaming Out The Burr
4:53 - Flaring The 5/8" Tube
6:05 - No-Vac/Pre-Charged Line Set Alternative
6:47 - Prep & Positioning The Mini Split Line Set
8:12 - Torque Settings & Nylog Blue
9:03 - Torque Line (CPS BLACKMAX BTLDTW Torque Wrench)
12:47 - Click Style Torque Wrench
13:43 - Bending & Mounting Line Set To Wall
14:46 - Trimming The AC Line Set
16:09 - How To Use A Deburring Tool
17:00 - Flaring Outdoor Split Unit's Fitting
17:24 - A Tragic Mistake
17:52 - Quick Flare Redo
19:24 - Nylog Blue As A Flaring Lubricant
20:06 - Attaching Line To Outdoor Mini Split Unit
21:06 - Prep & Flare Thin Line
21:32 - Attaching Thin Mini Split Tubing
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In this video we discuss the options for connecting your refrigerator ice maker or water dispenser to your home plumbing or RO water filtration system.
0:00 - Refrigerator Water Line Intro
0:25 - Current Hookup
0:59 - New RO Hookup
1:38 - Disconnect Old Line
1:58 - Refrigerator Connection Parts
2:48 - Connect The New Line
3:28 - Alternative Connection Types
3:58 - Hazardous Working Conditions
4:02 - Line Thickness For Your Situation
4:50 - How To Connect Refrigerator To Filtration System
6:53 - Test The Connection
7:10 - Your Refrigerator's Built-In Filter
7:39 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video we compare two versions of a similar Hole saw and demonstrate the use if a dust bowl/debris catching accessory.
0:00 - Intro
0:19 - Sawing The First Hole: Generic Bit
0:57 - Why Not Use A Reciprocating Saw?
1:23 - Checking If Light Fits
1:38 - Next Hole: The Mighty Milwaukee Bit
2:27 - Sorry Dewalt Reciprocating Saw...
3:12 - THIS Thing Is Really Nice
3:56 - We Need More Bens!
4:08 - Cutting Surface Comparison
4:30 - The Drills Being Used
5:42 - Holes Are Done!
6:01 - Generic Vs. Milwaukee Hole Saw Bit — The Winner
7:32 - Milwaukee Vs. Milwaukee — The Better Drill For This Job
7:58 - You Need To Get THIS Thing
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Here we go over the process of how to install a reverse osmosis drinking water system for your home. Most systems are designed to be installed in a sink cabinet but in this video we demonstrate how you can install a system in a basement or adjacent mechanical room to save space under the sink.
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Video chapters:
0:00 - Water Filtration Intro
0:10 - Operating Pressure Range
0:40 - The System I'm Installing
1:13 - Smarter Placement
2:30 - Push-To-Connect Fittings
3:11 - Install Valve to Tank
3:34 - Lines You Will Need
4:23 - Connecting To Supply Water Line
5:35 - Installing The Drain Line
6:21 - Installing The Faucet
9:08 - How To Sanitize RO Filtration System
10:23 - Flushing Out The New Filters
11:02 - Installing The RO Membrane
11:20 - Connect Everything Up
12:02 - Check If Drain Line Flowing
12:15 - It Works! Now What?
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In this video we summarize why you might want to test the efficiency of your old dehumidifier. Here is the full length video for you to check out if you want to learn more: youtu.be/CPpwEw9b5HY
#CooperandHunter #Dehumidifier #TPLink #Kasa #HS300
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In this video we test several dehumidifiers to see what their efficiency levels are for each Kwh that they consume. We also go over the effect that humidity has on health as well as buildings and show the best range of humidity that dehumidifiers and humidifiers should be set to.
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0:00 - Dehumidifier Intro
0:17 - Dehumidifiers Tested
1:38 - Antique Amana Dehumidifier
2:28 - Power Measuring Setup
4:26 - What Is A Dehumidifier Used For?
5:40 - 1 Hour Update
7:14 - Optimal Humidity Considerations
9:55 - ~6 Hour Update
11:10 - Humidity Effects On Static & Health
12:58 - 24 Hour Update
15:12 - Water Measurements
16:00 - C&H Drain Pump Hijinks
17:53 - Final Results
19:13 - Winner Of This Round
20:45 - Retesting In Better Conditions
22:12 - Amana Round 2: Reuben's Place
22:53 - Maple Says SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video we go over a few tips for how to successfully paint wallpaper and paneling and also announce the new deals portion of our website.
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In this video I take you through the detailed process of replacing a thermostat with the Google Nest 3rd Generation. I also demonstrate the process of finding the thermostat wiring and possible issues to watch out for.
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Here we discuss why, where, and how knob & tube wiring can or should be abandoned behind a wall as well as when it should be brought into a junction box.
0:00 - Knob & Tube Wiring Intro
0:10 - What Is Knob & Tube Wiring
0:53 - Finding The Hot Wire
1:18 - Knob & Tube Wiring Components
2:48 - This Installation
4:31 - Thermal Insulation & K&T Wiring
5:22 - How To Deal With Hot K&T
7:44 - Abandon Knob & Tube In Junction Box
12:01 - Milwaukee, PLEASE!
13:30 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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In this video we discuss how a 120v panel can be wired and the pros and cons of such a setup.
0:00 - 120v Sub Panel Intro
0:21 - How To 120v Out of a 240v Panel
2:21 - What Do You Think?
2:48 - Electrical Panel Safety Considerations
3:51 - GFCI & AFCI/GFCI Breakers
4:28 - How To Wire 240v Panel As 120v
5:00 - Why I Wouldn't Recommend Doing This
6:40 - Why I'm OK With My Current Setup
7:32 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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Here I go over the things you should know when looking for a leak in a propane or natural gas system as well as discussing possible options for repair. I would NOT recommend repairing gas lines unless you are qualified to do so.
0:00 - Propane Tank Leak Intro
1:07 - How To Find A Propane Leak
2:05 - If You Don't Own The Tank
2:26 - Methods To Fix A Propane Leak
3:25 - Beware Of a BLEVE
4:47 - When To Double-Wrench A Connection
5:37 - The Last Wrenches You'll Ever Need
6:38 - Gas Line At The Second Stage
7:44 - Propane Explosion Aftermath
8:04 - Attempting To Fix The Leak
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Here we check all of the breaker terminations to see if they were correctly tightened/torqued when they were installed. Almost every connection that we checked was not tight enough based on the 36 in-lb value that was stated for the connections.
0:00 - Loose Connections in Electrical Panel Intro
0:35 - WIHA Torque Screwdriver
1:57 - QO SquareD Breakers Properly Torqued
4:38 - Which Breakers Had Loose Connections?
5:11 - Other Terminals
6:19 - Should You Have A Torque Wrench?
7:41 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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Just wanted to show you guys the terrible mess of wires that were above this false ceiling. Will be making more videos on this project so be sure to stay tuned!
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In this video we troubleshoot and diagnose the reasons behind a burned wire connected to a double pole breaker in an electrical panel.
It appears that the reason that this connection failed was that the connection was never properly tightened or torqued.
While using a torque screwdriver can be an extra step in already tedious work, there is added value through knowing that all of your connections will be set to the correct specification.
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0:00 - Torque Screwdriver On Breakers Intro
0:19 - Why You Should Use A Torque Screwdriver
0:56 - Real-World Scenario
2:45 - Breaker Lock-Out Bracket
3:45 - Breaker Loose Connection Symptoms
6:29 - Breaker Trips
7:20 - Removing Main Panel Breaker
7:55 - The Culprit
9:20 - Replacing Damaged Breaker
10:09 - Our New Wiha Torque Screwdriver
13:55 - Joe To The Rescue
14:56 - Gas Cap Torque Value
16:40 - Applying Proper Torque To Breaker Screws
18:55 - Push In Breaker & Test
21:45 - Disassembling Old Breaker
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Blessings from Minnesota,
Ben
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In this video I explain the differences between the most common fuel types and break down the cost associated with electric resistance heat, propane or LP, home heating oil or fuel oil, electric heat pumps, and finally natural gas.
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In this video I demonstrate the essential things you need to know to successfully terminate an cat 5, cat 5e, or cat 6 ethernet cable with a RJ-45 connector. I show the correct crimp order for making a straight through cable which is the most widely used and standard crimp order for the vast majority of situations.
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More Information on SWER: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single-wire_earth_return
In this video we connect a light by using a single wire to send power to a light bulb and use a fence post for return current back to the source.
0:00 - Single Wire Earth Return Intro
0:33 - Setting Up The Experiment
1:25 - SWER Explanation–How It Works
2:21 - Breaker We Need To Use
3:38 - Connections To The Post
5:24 - Diagram With Explanation
7:30 - Ready To Test
8:12 - No Hidden Wires Or Strings
9:09 - We Have Light!
9:47 - Let's Measure The Voltage
12:00 - Voltage Gradient
14:30 - 15,000 Lumen Bulb On SWER Test
15:18 - Voltage & Power Draw
16:23 - What If We Wanted More Power?
18:00 - Sorry NEC
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This was my first day working as an official electrician apprentice. Looking forward to gaining a lot more actual field experience as the weeks go by so that I can do a better job of creating these videos for you guys.
0:00 - EMT Conduit on My First Day Intro
0:20 - Conduits & Boxes I Installed
1:57 - Wires We Pulled Into The Conduit
3:03 - Why There Are No Ground Conductors
4:06 - Deburring EMT Conduit
4:37 - The Main Electrical Panel
7:01 - Wire Rack & Wire Pulling Box Cover
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In this video we discuss whether or not a portable AC is a good option for your situation and why you should choose one that has dual hoses.
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0:00 - Portable AC/Heat Pump Intro
1:45 - Higher Efficiency Options
2:28 - This C&H Unit's Features
3:03 - Cooper & Hunter Portable AC/HP
3:28 - Portable Air Conditioner Accessories
4:59 - Portable AC Operating Modes
6:31 - Portable AC Inner Components
9:07 - Condensation Management
11:52 - Operating Without The Cover
13:22 - Temperature Range
13:41 - Dehumidification Mode
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In this video I explain the process of how to add refrigerant to your refrigerator or freezer that is no longer cooling like it should. This works some of the time to make a unit last a few years longer so long as the unit has a VERY small leak. If there is a larger leak addition steps will need to be taken in order to fix the leak, replace the filter drier, evacuate the system, and finally recharge the unit the way that I demonstrate in this video. Hopefully this helped you understand the process of how to add Freon to your appliance. Let me know if you have any thoughts or suggestions in the comments below!
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0:00 - Ford Mustang Puddle Under Seat Intro
0:25 - How Water Gets Into Car
1:00 - Remove Plastic Cover
1:37 - Debris Plugging Cowl Drain
2:11 - Water Flowing Out Of Cowl Drain
3:16 - How Clean Mustang Air Filter
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If you find water on the passenger side floor of a 2005-2009 Ford Mustang the most likely issue is that the cowl drain is plugged up with debris. In this video I show you where this drain is located and how to fix it as well as how to replace the cabin air filter.
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