Posted by Dave on 11:05 AM
1. Unplug all cables and turn off iPod touch (press and hold the Sleep/Wake button, and then slide the onscreen slider). 2. Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth to wipe over the surfaces. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Don’t use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean iPod tou...
Posted by Dave on 11:01 AM
Whilst cleaning your BBQ, check the flexible hose for cracks and damage and replace if necessary. Consult your owner's manual for any specialised maintenance requirements. Ensure the gas is disconnected and check the metal tubes under each burner. Spiders and other insects like to nest in these tubes. Use a paper clip or toothpick to clear these holes if necessary. Remember that many gas grills are made of aluminium products, so you'll want to avoid abrasive cleaners, including oven cleaner, metal brushes or scouring pads.1. Soak the grill and any removable parts in dishwashing liquid and hot water. Scrub away any build-up of grease with a rag, sponge or plastic scourer. 2. Remove the flame bars and run them through the...
Posted by Dave on 11:01 AM
1. Use a stiff wire brush to scrape away any loose debris from the grill and grates, and then remove the grill and grates.2. Scoop out any ash at the bottom of the barbecue.3. Clean using dishwashing liquid, water and a plastic scrubber (not abrasive cleaners and metal scrubbers). If your barbecue does not have a painted, non-stick or an aluminium surface, clean the inside and outside of the barbecue with baking soda (or another abrasive cleaner) and a little water using a metal scouring pad. 4. Place the grill and grates in a large plastic bag and cover them thoroughly with oven cleaner. Allow them to sit for several hours or overnight. If the grill...
Posted by Dave on 10:59 AM
Clean the iPhone immediately if it comes into contact with any contaminants that may cause stains, such as ink, dyes, makeup, dirt, food, oils, and lotions. 1. Unplug all cables and turn off iPhone (press and hold the Sleep/Wake button, and then slide the onscreen slider). 2. Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Don’t use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean iPhone. 3. The front and back glass surfaces have an oleophobic coating. To remove fingerprints, simply wipe these surfaces with a soft, lint-free cloth. The ability of this coating to repel oil will diminish over time with...
Posted by Dave on 10:58 AM
1. Ensure your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air is shut down and the power adapter has been disconnected. 2. Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer’s exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Do not spray liquid directly on the computer. Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish.3. To clean the screen on your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down the computer and unplug the power adapter. Dampen a soft, lint free cleaning cloth with just water and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid directly onto the screen.4. To clean the bottom case of the MacBook, use a 3M Gray Microfiber...
Posted by Dave on 10:57 AM
1. Ensure the iPad is turned off. Although only a small amount of water will be used, it is not wise to clean the iPad with it on.2. Disconnect any wires or cables and remove the case (if present).3. Take a microfibre cloth and apply a small amount of water so that the cloth is damp. Make sure that the cloth is not dripping as this clearly can be dangerous to your iPad. DO NOT use any other type of cleaner including window cleaner, aerosol cleaner, or any other chemical cleaner.4. Using the damp cloth, gently rub all of the exterior surfaces of the iPad. Do this until you have wiped away all of the smudges on the screen and casing. Avoid getting water...
Posted by Dave on 10:56 AM
1. Start by cleaning the edges of the table (the non-felt portion of the top of the table). Brush off any dirt, either onto the felt or the floor. Use any standard cleaner and a cloth to wipe off the surrounding edges of the table.2. Use a hand brush to sweep any dirt from the felt and into the pockets of the pool table. Do so gently, so you don't damage the felt. Only worry about the dirt and chalk particles you can see, as you will be wiping off the table later.3. Run a hand-held vacuum cleaner along the felt of the pool table. This will collect any dust you missed when sweeping the table. Attach a hose to the end of your normal vacuum cleaner and clean out the pockets of the pool...
Posted by Dave on 10:55 AM
1. Remove the grille from the speaker. Be careful doing this as you do not want to damage the grille.2. Clean the grille of your speakers. The grille on your speakers can get dusty. If they are not catching dust they are not working properly. If the grille is a fabric one you can vacuum it to get rid of the dust. If the grille is soiled or stained gently rinse with warm water and lay them out to dry before putting them back on. If the grill is metal or plastic the best way to clean them is by using a cloth that is either dry or a little damp.3. Clean the driver in the speaker. Dust can accumulate in the drivers. When removing the dust use a soft bristle paintbrush. If your drivers have...
Posted by Dave on 10:55 AM
There are commercial products but you can also you can use a vinegar and water base. Ensure there are no electrical devices plugged in or left on the counter top.
1. Start by giving the taps a good spray, leave for a few minutes. 2. Use a toothbrush to scrub around the edges of your tap and the base of your tap, and then down in where the handles join the base. This is where the calcium builds. 3. Use a cup of water to rinse off the chemical or cleaning solution.4. Dry with paper towel, to polish it d...
Posted by Dave on 10:55 AM
Gold-coloured fixtures are a beautiful addition to a home. In the kitchen or bathroom, gold taps can make even the most drab of rooms look regal. Most gold taps are made of brass, although some older models may be made of gold or copper. Regardless of the material they're made with, you can achieve a beautiful shine on your gold fixtures with minimal upkeep and a few household cleaning items.1. Make a habit of spraying a little bit of ammonia on the rag a few times a week. After using the tap, wipe the fixture with the damp rag. This helps maintain shiny gold taps with minimal upkeep.2. If your fixtures are antique, they may require some more effort to keep them shiny and clean. They also may not react well to some commercial...
Posted by Dave on 10:54 AM
To be safe, always clean with the materials that are recommended for cameras and take special care as replacing camera parts can be very expensive.
1. Thoroughly clean the exterior of the camera with a soft, dry lint-free cloth. These can be purchased at a camera store or you can use any chemical-free soft cloth you have available. Clean the exterior first to prevent dust and dirt from falling into the camera when you remove the lens.2. Clean the mirror and the focusing screen gently with a can of compressed air (available from Dick Smith Electronics or Officeworks) or a Giotto’s Rocket Air blower (available at Ted’s camera stores). You can also lock up the mirror and clean the sensor with compressed air if it is required....
Posted by Dave on 10:54 AM
These game cartridges are small and very sensitive. As they are electronic, be very careful when cleaning and don’t spray the cartridge with chemicals.
1. Use something soft and small (like a cotton bud) to gently wipe the fibres on the electronic parts of it. 2. If you've really spilled something on there and it's stained, use just a tiny drop of alcohol on your cotton bud. 3. Use a microfibre cloth to wipe away any smudges or materials that may be on the outside of your Nintendo DS cartrid...
Posted by Dave on 10:53 AM
First check your owner's manual to see if the manufacturer has provided any specific cleaning instructions. If they haven’t, follow the instructions below.1. Gather the following supplies: a can of compressed air (available from Dick Smith Electronics or Officeworks), a specialised electronics cleaner (such as Endust for electronics) or any household plastic or metal cleaning fluid, a soft brush (such as a paintbrush) and an anti-static rag, plus a dust mask if you're allergic to dust.2. Shut down the computer.3. Leave the computer plugged into the surge protector (if you have one).4. Disconnect all peripherals from the computer.5. ...
Posted by Dave on 10:53 AM
There are a few products that can actually harm the LCD monitor so it is important to ensure that products containing acetone, ethanol alcohol, ethanol acid, ammonia, and methyl chloride are avoided. Different manufacturers have different ideas of what you can use or can’t use on their monitor. Some say a damp cloth with water and just a little bit of soap would be okay. Others say it won’t be okay. To be safe, you may want to consider using wipes specially formulated for use with LCD screens.
1. Turn your monitor off2. Lightly spray the monitor with water or detergent if the manufacturer approves.3. Wipe the monitor down with a soft cloth or wipes formulated for use with LCD monitors....
Posted by Dave on 10:52 AM
1. Locate your laptop’s inlet and outlet vents (usually on the bottom, side or rear of the laptop).2. With a can of compressed air (available from Dick Smith Electronics or Officeworks), spray compressed air into the vents to remove any dust build-up.3. Repeat once a month to ensure there is no dust build-...
Posted by Dave on 10:52 AM
1. Turn off and disconnect your TV before you clean it. This will more clearly show the dirt and smudge and is safer.2. Choose either lukewarm water or a cleaning solution to clean your TV. Commercial cleaning kits that include both a cloth and cleaning solution are available. These cleaning solutions are specially formulated to clean flat screen TVs and monitors safely and are specifically labelled safe for "laptop screen" or "LCD screen." If you wish to use a solution, ensure it is marked thusly.3. Dampen a soft cloth (preferably chamois, micro fibre or 100 per cent cotton) with either the lukewarm water or cleaning solution. Just a gentle wiping of the screen is enough. Rubbing,...
Posted by Dave on 10:51 AM
1. Shut down the computer immediately.2. Wipe up any liquid and tilt the laptop to the side to drain any liquids.3. Disconnect and move any external accessories from the laptop, including the power cord, printer and mouse cables, CD drive, external hard drive, modem and battery, don’t remove internal parts.4. Once the external accessories have been disconnected and moved, gently lift the computer and turn it to the side and upside down to drain any liquid. Tilt the computer in a variety of directions to verify that there are no pools of liquid lurking, but be careful not to shake it or handle it roughly.5. Repeat...
Posted by Dave on 10:51 AM
1. Unplug the keyboard.2. If you spilled water, turn the keyboard over and let it drain and dry out for at least 24 hours.3. If you spilled something sticky, try prying the small key caps off of the keyboard with a flathead screwdriver to get better access to the mess. Don't remove the spacebar, the Enter key or other large key caps. (Take a picture of the keyboard layout, or make a quick sketch of it, before you remove any keys so you can put them back where you found them.)4. Gently clean the keyboard with a wet cotton swab. Use either hot water or rubbing alcohol to get rid of the sticky residue.5. Replace the...
Posted by Dave on 10:50 AM
Ensure you have a can of compressed air (available from Dick Smith Electronics or Officeworks), a soft clean, a nonabrasive household cleaning fluid suitable for cleaning plastic and a dust mask if you're allergic to dust. Also ensure you check the owner’s manual to see if the manufacturer has provided specific instructions. It is also best the computer is shut down and the keyboard is disconnected:Use compressed air to clean between the keys. Spray at an angle to dislodge dust and grime.
Shake loose dust gently out of the keyboard.
Spray a small amount of the nonabrasive household cleaning fluid onto a cloth.
Wipe the keys and chassis.
Once the keyboard is dry, reconnect it to the computer....
Posted by Dave on 10:48 AM
1. Fill the carafe halfway with cold water. Add distilled white vinegar to fill the carafe completely. Pour the mixture into the reservoir.2. Place the carafe in the brewing position. Run the brewing cycle until 3 to 4 cups of the vinegar and water solution run through. Turn the pot off and let it rest for 45 minutes. Run the remaining solution through the brewing cycle and then pour it out. Let the carafe cool completely.3. Fill the reservoir with clean water using the carafe. Run the water through a full brewing cycle and then discard. Let the carafe cool before repeating this step again.4. Place 4 tsp. of salt with 1 cup of crushed ice cubes into...
Posted by Dave on 10:47 AM
Professional technicians or repairers should always be called upon for anything more serious than a general clean. However, if you clean your coffee machine consistently, you won’t need to call in the professionals too often. If you are ever unsure as to the cleanliness levels of your coffee machine, pull a cup without using any coffee and examine the water…would you/could you drink it? If the answer is no on both occasions, it’s definitely time for a clean. Cleaning is recommended after every 80 brewing cycles for soft water and after every 40 brewing cycles for hard water:Remove all drip trays and soak in soapy, lukewarm water. Do not put any soap directly into your coffee machine. Rinse all soapy water off before replacing parts.
Remove and clean milk wand with pipe...
