pkinneb Posted August 11, 2019 Report Share Posted August 11, 2019 Coop what do you do with old FE's? I replaced mine a while back and the old one is just sitting there' I'd like to dispose of it properly. Sorry I think you might have covered this once before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coop Posted August 11, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 11, 2019 I would take them and practice with them. Take them out back somewhere downwind from autos, etc. and declare an object of some sort like a board or bucket a fire and let you, your wife and children actually use them to get the feel. The chemical compound is very similiar to fertilizer used on lawns so it won’t hurt the grass but not real good for the lungs so have the wind to your back. Once used, even if they still have chemical and pressure in them, set them aside as the remaining pressure will leak out. Once they no longer have pressure in them, you can toss them in the garbage. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mark J Posted August 11, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 11, 2019 As an added aid to the garbage dudes you might wire tie the trigger in the "squeezed" position. Leaves the valve open and is visually obvious that the unit is fully discharged. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 Thanks guys! I'll take it into the woods and letr rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 4 hours ago, K Cooper said: I would take them and practice with them. Take them out back somewhere downwind from autos, etc. and declare an object of some sort like a board or bucket a fire and let you, your wife and children actually use them to get the feel. The chemical compound is very similiar to fertilizer used on lawns so it won’t hurt the grass but not real good for the lungs so have the wind to your back. Once used, even if they still have chemical and pressure in them, set them aside as the remaining pressure will leak out. Once they no longer have pressure in them, you can toss them in the garbage. I can't recall how many times over the years I've taught classes on PASS and explained it to my family many times.. I'd still bet my family doesn't understand my lesson! This is a great piece of advice Coop! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coop Posted August 12, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 We do classes on a regular basis and are surprised at how many people want to cradle the extinguisher like a baby or try and squeeze the handle without pulling the pin or trying pull the pin while squeezing the handle. Kind of like me learning to use my spray gun while reading the instructions while it was still in the box. Had to practice to see my mistakes. And yes, PASS is a good acronym. For those unfamiliar, look it up under fire extinguishers as it will probably stick with you better than reading it on here. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeslayer Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 It would be great practice on a live fire, fire pit or whatever, you can really see what they can do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 Absolutely. Most folks aim at the highest part of the flame instead of the base, the source of the fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark J Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 I think another take home is how quickly a fire extinguisher is emptied. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coop Posted August 12, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 6 minutes ago, Mark J said: I think another take home is how quickly a fire extinguisher is emptied. Ok, you’re either in the business and/or know your stuff! You’re correct. There is an equilibrium. Emptying too soon is not good nor is taking too long. Also how much chemical is wasted while trying to aim at the base of the fire. Classes will be given by Mark, Kev, Dave and I at the end of each month at the Dairy Queen! 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pondhockey Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 On 8/11/2019 at 9:52 AM, K Cooper said: Check the gauge if you will to see that the arrow is in the green. Almost always that is to the top of the gauge as your arrow looks to be to the right side. Thanks, Coop. I guess this one's an oddball. But at least it's in the green! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pondhockey Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 On 8/11/2019 at 2:42 PM, K Cooper said: I would take them and practice with them. Sounds similar to bear spray. Reportedly lots of initial uses are improper, too late, aimed at the bear's nose (instead of creating a cloud between you.) Honestly, I've never practiced with either. I think I'll call 911 while on my way to the fire extinguisher. [edit: while you don't get much option in the bush, bear spray practice is another downwind activity!] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Belle City WW Posted August 14, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 14, 2019 This is by no means Fine Woodworking, but I think the Young Man that is Battling Leukemia will be happy with it. The project was made from some donated lumber and shop scraps, so I had some contrasts that were unavoidable so I tried to take advantage of that with a slightly darker drawer front. The pull was donated by my wife who works at Hobby Lobby. Delivery to the Hospital in Minnesota tomorrow. If you pray, PLEASE pray for Nathan! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted August 14, 2019 Report Share Posted August 14, 2019 1 hour ago, Belle City WW said: This is by no means Fine Woodworking, but I think the Young Man that is Battling Leukemia will be happy with it. The project was made from some donated lumber and shop scraps, so I had some contrasts that were unavoidable so I tried to take advantage of that with a slightly darker drawer front. The pull was donated by my wife who works at Hobby Lobby. Delivery to the Hospital in Minnesota tomorrow. If you pray, PLEASE pray for Nathan! Awesome project. I hope that Nathan pulls through. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coop Posted August 25, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 25, 2019 My wife and I visited some friends in Lakeway, TX, outside of Austin, yesterday and today and I must say, I was less than impressed. Here was one of his neighbors, cleaning the garage out for a casual party. And the critters were everywhere. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom King Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 We put a new roof on our chicken coop today. The people who run the restaurant, that we ate lunch at today, had the biggest laugh over that. They always ask us what we're working on, and said it was always interesting, but they thought it hilariously funny when I told them we were reroofing a chicken coop. At least it was standing seam metal to match the house. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Ordered a new remote for my dust collector. I was having issues turning it on so I called Oneida they advised it was most likely an indication the receiver was going so I purchased a repair kit and should be good to go once installed. I have to say not only was this a great interaction, they were very helpful, but this is the first issue I have had with my 3hp Dust Gorilla since I installed it, which they advised was 2005 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Chestnut Posted August 28, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Got my own baby on board. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Picked up a SS paolini pocket rule and a dust deputy for my shop vac. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom King Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Almost a complete wasted day. I decided to work on the grass part of our cove today, and we started by hand early this morning. After about an hour and a half of that, I thought it would be better to go ahead, and rent a Bobcat with tracks. Called my favorite rental place, and not only did they still have one sitting there, but from my past prompting, they now had a 4-n-1 bucket also. Got back with it after lunch, dumped the first bucket of dirt, and sprayed hydraulic fluid all over everything including me. They had hooked up the hoses wrong, on the brand new bucket, and it pulled the ends off both hoses the first time I tilted the bucket down. I figured out the problem, and called the guy that owns the place. Long story short, I put the bucket on the trailer, carried it the 31 miles one way back, and sat around for about an hour, and a half while they had some new hoses made locally. So all we did the rest of the day was bring the bucket back, put it back on the Bobcat, and we'll make a new start on it tomorrow. Altogether, we had a couple of productive hours today. It seems like I have worse luck working on our own stuff, than other peoples jobs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom King Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 On 8/24/2019 at 10:56 PM, K Cooper said: My wife and I visited some friends in Lakeway, TX, outside of Austin, yesterday and today and I must say, I was less than impressed. Here was one of his neighbors, cleaning the garage out for a casual party. And the critters were everywhere. Nice to be able to park your twin Cessna in the driveway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Chestnut said: Got my own baby on board. Drew how on earth do you get it out? On another note your truck is like Chet's shop never a speck of dust Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark J Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Chestnut said: Got my own baby on board. Ahhh, you're really gonna try to leave it at that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeslayer Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 8 minutes ago, Mark J said: Ahhh, you're really gonna try to leave it at that. I think Drew mentioned something about a new planer. Powermatic I think, more pictures please Drew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tom King Posted August 29, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 We had a real productive day today, after a wasted day yesterday with the rental Bobcat. Today, we buried 20 tons of no. 3 stone (same as Railroad Ballast) under a spot that gets wet sometimes, but I can't tell when it's too wet to drive anything over it until I get stuck, or tear the ground all to pieces. I dug down to hard subsoil, filled it with the stone, and pulled the dirt back over it only a few inches deep, so I can replant grass there. It's the bare dirt on this side of that retaining wall on our neighbors lot. The stone only needed to go in about a five foot width swath next to where the grass ends. That nearest Loblolly is over 3' diameter, but probably has its roots in lake water, so the rings are probably huge. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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