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AppliancesBy Etienne Caron March 19th, 2009
If your Roper washer works fine except for not spinning, try setting the timer to manual. If it spins, it means the timer is bad and must be replaced. If it doesn't spin, the lid switch is bad. You can verify this by removing the lid switch and connecting the wires together. The washer should start to spin.
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Interior Home RepairBy Etienne Caron February 19th, 2009
You may want to control two lights with one switch in certain locations around your home, such as the front entrance or a double-bay garage. With some basic tools you can easily do the wiring yourself, whether you are adding a light to an existing light circuit or adding a completely new circuit.
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Interior Home RepairBy Etienne Caron February 12th, 2009
The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) saves lives. There are two different kinds for home use--electrical outlets and circuit breakers. GFCI circuit breakers last longer than GFCI outlets and are a good idea if you do not test your GFCI outlets on a regular basis. Read on to learn more about proper installation.
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