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Sharpening Reel Mowers

Lapping compound for sharpening any reel mower - approximately one pound.

Here are the instructions for sharpening your manual reel mower.

1. Remove wheel by removing e-clip and pulling off wheel.
2. Remove small gear (pinion gear).
Notice to Agri-Fab Silent Reel owners: the pinion gear is held on by a retainer ring, snap off retainer ring, gear will slide off. Use of retainer ring pliers will make this easier.
3. Remove (pawl) the small metal pin that is in the shaft where the pinion gear was.
4. Turn pawl 1/2 turn clockwise and put back into shaft.
5. Turn pinion gear 1/2 turn -outside of gear, now on inside. Replace pinion gear on shaft.
6. Replace wheel and install e-clip.
7. Adjust the cutter bar so that the cutter bar blade has light but firm contact with the reel blades across the full width of the bar.
8. Spread a thin layer of lapping compound on reel blades (lapping compound available from Reel Mowers, Etc. 1-888-384-1033)
9. Flip push handle to front of the mower and push mower backwards spinning blades.
10. Turn the reel blades backwards until the blades rotate relatively freely. Check the reel blades for smooth, even complete grind. Reel blades will be evenly polished when lapping is completed.
11. Repeat steps 7, 8 and 9 if needed to achieve 10.
12. Repeat steps 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 to return to original position.
13. Using a garden hose, clean lapping compound from the blades. Allow to dry.
14. Put handle back to its mowing position and you are ready to mow.

Last saved: 07/03/2008
Links: /reference / reel-mowers.txt

Scanner PRO-97 tips

Turning ID Lists Off and ON (In Closed Mode only) Contents
Before Scanning
1. In Manual mode select any channel of the bank you want to turn a list on or off in by entering the bank number and channel number (Ex: 001) then press MAN to advance to the channel.
2. Press PGM then TRUNK to put the scanner in program and trunk modes. You will see the bank number (0-9), list number (0-4), and the list status (ON or OFF) on the 1st line, the ID# in the list (0-29) on the 2nd line, the ID on the 3rd line, and bank tag on the 4th line (if programmed).
3. Press TRUNK (each time) to select one of the ID lists (0-4) to turn on or off.
4. Press FUNC then 1 to turn the list on or off. Press SCAN or MANUAL to exit.

During Scan in Closed Mode (More practical for just turning lists off)
1. Press FUNC then TRUNK while any ID in the selected bank is displayed to bring up the 'ID Banks:' list. The cursor will blink on the list number that has the receiving ID.
2. Press FUNC then list number (0-4) while any ID in the selected bank is displayed to turn the list on or off.
Note: You will have to wait to receive an ID in a list that is turned on to see the 'ID Banks:' list to turn a list on that is off. Quickly press FUNC then TRUNK while an ID is displayed to get rid of the 'ID Banks:' line (and see the ID tag again).

Last saved: 02/12/2008
Links: /reference / scanning-pro97.txt

conas ta tu

ko-nahs taw too
How do you stand?

Go raibh míle maith agat
gra meelah mah ahget
Thank you very much

Last saved: 12/16/2006
Links: /reference / gaelic.txt

How to clean a wooden cutting board by eHow Friend

Olive oil is not recommended for use on wooden cutting boards. It becomes rancid. Seal the wood with food-grade mineral oil, especially before the first use. Use mineral oil once a week, or when needed. To clean the board and get a sanitary surface, scrub the board under hot running water, then wash it with hot, soapy water. Wipe it with a solution of one part vinegar to four parts water. Rinse it with running water and pat it dry (or allow it to air-dry).

Last saved: 08/19/2006
Links: /reference / cleaning-wooden-board.txt

Patrick O'Brian

The Aubrey/Maturin Series
"The best historical novels ever written."—Richard Snow, The New York Times

1. Master and Commander
2. Post Captain
3. H. M. S. Surprise
4. The Mauritius Command
5. Desolation Island
6. The Fortune of War
7. The Surgeons Mate
8. The Ionian Mission
9. Treason's Harbour
10. The Far Side of the World
11. The Reverse of the Medal
12. The Letter of Marque
13. The Thirteen Gun Salute
14. The Nutmeg of Consolation
15. The Truelove
16. The Wine-Dark Sea
17. The Commodore
18. The Yellow Admiral
19. The Hundred Days
20. Blue at the Mizzen
21. 21

Last saved: 06/26/2006
Links: /reference / obrian-aubreycanon.txt

Suffolk County Emergency/Fire Department Signals

Signal 1: Major Emergency
Signal 2: En Route to scene
Signal 3: More manpower needed from own department
Signal 4: Scene is under control, Apparatus on Road proceed lights, no sirens.
Signal 5: Return apparatus to firehouse
Signal 6: Leaving unit unattended
Signal 7: Returned to unit
Signal 8: Refreshments
Signal 9: Stand-by
Signal 10: Request police to the scene
Signal 11: Request utility company to the scene
Signal 12: Brush Fire
Signal 13: Structure Fire
Signal 14: Car Fire
Signal 15: Drill or practice session
Signal 16: Ambulance Call
Signal 17: Unit out of service
Signal 18: En route to the hospital
Signal 19: Radio test / announcements
Signal 20: Message understood
Signal 21: Arrived at scene
Signal 22: Location
Signal 23: Miscellaneous Alarm
Signal 24: Mutual Aid
Signal 25: Dismiss manpower
*Signal 26: Boat fire
*Signal 27: Plane Crash
Signal 28: In service
Signal 29: Activate traffic light
Signal 34: Telephone headquarters
Signal 35: Working fire
*Correction made. Chief had to remind me about my signals.

Last saved: 09/10/2005
Links: /reference / scfd-signals.txt

1999 Toyota Solara service notes

59,223 miles
Aug 10, 2005

[done] Change Differential Fluid - $25 [drain and fill $53.95]
[done] Change Auto Tranny Fluid - $67 [flushed $160]
[done] Change Engine Coolant - $25 [flushed 140 ]
[done] Replace Platinum Spark Plugs - $164 [$256]
[done] New Battery - $110 (installed) - old battery leaking
[done] Oil Change - $25 (with filter) evey 3000 miles
[done] Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2 sensor (by firewall code: 0135) - [$501]

[inspected] Adjust Valve Clearnance - $90 [$40 - $1,100 quoted]
[inspected] Inspect front brakes (hard stops gives a crunching sound)
related? mysterious high-pitched metallic squeal audible at low speeds [$139 front +$75 (if new rotors) + $139 rear +$75 (if new rotors) quoted]
[put it off] Timing Belt (due at 90,000 miles for 99 Solara) - $275

Last saved: 08/12/2005
Links: /reference / car-service.txt

Toyota Solara, 1999

Specifications as Tested

Model tested (MSRP): Solara SE
Standard equipment: ABS, integrated fog lamps, rear window integrated antenna, power windows and locks, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, AM/FM stereo-cassette
Options as tested (MSRP): Traction control ($300), CD player ($150); front side-impact airbags ($250); remote keyless entry ($540); power moonroof ($1000); color-keyed mudguards ($80); sport package with eight-way power driver seat, leather upholstery, 16-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler ($2,560); floor mats ($166)
Destination charge: N/A
Gas guzzler tax: N/A
Price as tested (MSRP): $27454
Layout: front-wheel drive
Engine: 3.0-liter dohc 24v V6
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 200 @ 5200
Torque (lb.-ft @ rpm): 214 @ 4400
Transmission: 5-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy (mpg): 20/28
Wheelbase (in.): 105.1
Length/width/height (in.): 190/71.1/55.1
Track, f/r (in.): 60.8/59.8
Turning circle (ft.): 38.1
Seating capacity: 5
Head/hip/leg room, f (in.): 38.3/53.6/43.3
Head/hip/leg room, m (in.): N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r (in.): 36.3/49.3/35.2
Cargo volume (cu. ft.): 14.1
Payload: N/A
Towing capacity (lbs.): 2000
Suspension, f: Independent
Suspension, r: Independent
Ground clearance (in.): N/A
Cub weight (lbs.): 3230
Tires: P205/60R-16
Fuel capacity (gal.): 18.5

Last saved: 08/06/2005
Links: /reference / car-toysolara.txt

Anniversary Gifts

Anniversary #	Traditional Gift	Modern Gift
First	Paper	Clocks
Second	Cotton	China
Third	Leather	Crystal / Glass
Fourth	Fruit / Flowers	Appliances
Fifth	Wood	Silverware
Sixth	Candy / Iron	Wood
Seventh	Wool / Copper	Desk Sets
Eighth	Bronze / Pottery	Linens / Lace
Ninth	Pottery / Willow	Leather
Tenth	Tin / Aluminum	Diamond Jewelry
Eleventh	Steel	Fashion Jewelry
Twelfth	Silk/Linen	Pearls
Thirteenth	Lace	Textiles / Furs
Fourteenth	Ivory	Gold Jewelry
Fifteenth	Crystal	Watches
Twentieth	China	Platinum
Twenty-Fifth	Silver	Silver
Thirtieth	Pearl	Diamond
Thirty-Fifth	Coral	Jade
Fortieth	Ruby	Ruby
Forty-Fifth	Sapphire	Sapphire
Fiftieth	Gold	Gold
Fifty-Fifth	Emerald	Emerald
Sixtieth	Diamond	Diamond

Last saved: 07/08/2005
Links: /reference / wedding-gifts.txt