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Electrical safety. Why some plugs have three Vs two prongs?
Preventing human shock from electricity requires different techniques such as grounding and double insulated. Understanding the difference will help keep you safe from electrical shock.
Traditional 110v or 120v electrical tool and appliance plugs will have two or three prongs. This video aims to explain the difference in the safety techniques used and why some tools only require two versus three prongs on the plug.
Additionally, what is the risk if the third (grounding) prong is missing from a plug? This video will help to answer that question as well.
Another video I created, that is similar to this same topic, discusses if it is safe to use a three prong to two prong plug adapter. Check it...
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Видео

Electrical safety. Is a three prong adapter safe to use?
Просмотров 452День назад
Many tools and devices have three-prong plugs, which include electrical grounding. What happens if you use a three-prong to two-prong adapter? Used correctly, you may still be able to maintain the electrical grounding, a safety technique, for your tool or appliance. Used incorrectly, you will eliminate the electrical grounding safety protection for your tool or appliance and be more at risk of ...
Avoid electrical shock. Use a voltage tester before you touch.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.21 день назад
A voltage detector is critical to use, but you must understand the tool's limitations. Be aware of these key points. A non-contact voltage detector goes by many names such as voltage tester, voltage detector, glow pen, light stick, power pen, and more. However, the basic purpose of the tool is to detect the presence of electrical voltage, specifically within an AC or alternating current system,...
Replace 7 Wall Sconce & Flood Lights in 15min. Home Makeover Pt3
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Upgrading exterior house lighting to improve the look and function. Seven fixtures replaced in this 15 minute video, demonstrating how easy replacement can be. Anyone can DIY replace lights to improve your home's look, you just need to learn how to do it safely. Remember to always turn off electricity at the source, such as the electrical breaker or remove a fuse, and always test wires to ensur...
Engine won't crank or start. Bad battery, alternator, or current draw?
Просмотров 681Месяц назад
Will it start? Let's troubleshoot electrical to make my Bobcat T300 engine crank and start (again) in cold weather. After having engine no start issues for a couple years (only when cold), it's time to fix it. I suspect a bad battery and it needs replaced, but before jumping to that conclusion, let's also test the alternator current output to ensure it's working. And, let's also test for electr...
EASY upgrade to the BEST garage shop lights. How to do it.
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See my upgrade from fixtures with basic bulbs, to strip LEDs, to LED fixtures with adjustable brightness (lumens), color temperature, and light panels! WOW! Like most mechanics, I hate working in dark or dim light conditions in a garage or shop. After switching from porcelain fixtures with incandescent bulbs to LED strip fixtures 9 years ago, the fixtures are losing their brightness and startin...
Siding replacement and 7 key tips. Home makeover Pt2
Просмотров 1562 месяца назад
Consider these 7 tips when replacing the siding on your home! Don't regret your decisions later! Following significant hail damage, my full house was going to have all the siding replaced. I wanted to ensure the design was thoroughly thought through, so I spent significant time learning and designing. This video will share with you what I think are the 7 key things to consider during a project ...
Washing soffit & fascia before new siding. Home makeover Pt1
Просмотров 1302 месяца назад
With siding replacement coming soon on my home, cleaning soffit and fascia was an urgent (and overdue) task. Follow my process of traditional soap, bleach, and water brushing to remove dirt, bug stuff, mildew, and 24 years of other grim. Note, I did consider soft washing or using stronger chemical cleaners while washing my fascia and soffit, but I was concerned about potential discoloring to my...
Using a log splitter to prepare firewood. See our process.
Просмотров 4742 месяца назад
A video for my own dad to enjoy watching, splitting firewood, his favorite task. No longer able to do it, I wanted him to see his three son's enjoying this activity together. Growing up, we heated our house primarily with a wood burning stove in the basement. I've spent countless hours with my dad, cutting, splitting, and stacking firewood. From him, I inherited my love of trees, identifying tr...
How to choose a ratchet (wrench) and sockets. Know like a PRO.
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.3 месяца назад
These 8 features of ratchets and sockets are what you need to know to make the best buying and tools use decisions. This video will help anyone unfamiliar with ratchets (wrenches) and sockets be more effective. And, any of you experienced DIY people, hobbyists, professional mechanics, farmers, and other experienced people hopefully you find some entertainment or can share comments of your added...
Fuel filter 101. Do you understand the concepts?
Просмотров 1803 месяца назад
Fuel filter 101. Do you understand the concepts?
How To: Ram 6.7L Cummins Change BOTH Fuel Filters
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How To: Ram 6.7L Cummins Change BOTH Fuel Filters
Mystery Solved! Unique class 4, 5, 6, 7 bolt mark
Просмотров 7364 месяца назад
Mystery Solved! Unique class 4, 5, 6, 7 bolt mark
How to restring or respool your string trimmer
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How to restring or respool your string trimmer
What's the BIG deal with farm shows? Farm Progress 2024
Просмотров 2724 месяца назад
What's the BIG deal with farm shows? Farm Progress 2024
Wrecking your tires? Adjust your tire pressure.
Просмотров 2524 месяца назад
Wrecking your tires? Adjust your tire pressure.
Ruining your tires? How to check your tire pressure.
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Ruining your tires? How to check your tire pressure.
Simple mower maintenance even your MOM can do!
Просмотров 1794 месяца назад
Simple mower maintenance even your MOM can do!
ANYONE can do it! How to sharpen mower blades.
Просмотров 4395 месяцев назад
ANYONE can do it! How to sharpen mower blades.
Growing corn! What's the difference in the fields?
Просмотров 3845 месяцев назад
Growing corn! What's the difference in the fields?
How to fill your windshield washer fluid reservoir
Просмотров 2865 месяцев назад
How to fill your windshield washer fluid reservoir
How to open your vehicle hood, simple, but important
Просмотров 2 тыс.5 месяцев назад
How to open your vehicle hood, simple, but important
How to check engine oil. Consider these points.
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How to check engine oil. Consider these points.
When to change engine oil? Factors to consider.
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When to change engine oil? Factors to consider.
How to change vehicle engine oil. You CAN do it.
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.5 месяцев назад
How to change vehicle engine oil. You CAN do it.
How to find bolt & nut size, metric or imperial.
Просмотров 56 тыс.5 месяцев назад
How to find bolt & nut size, metric or imperial.
How to identify a metric or imperial bolt quickly!
Просмотров 52 тыс.5 месяцев назад
How to identify a metric or imperial bolt quickly!
What washers do within a bolt and nut joint.
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What washers do within a bolt and nut joint.
What Are Tension, Compression, & Shear Forces....You Should Know
Просмотров 2835 месяцев назад
What Are Tension, Compression, & Shear Forces....You Should Know
Tool Box or Treasure Box. How I organize my tools.
Просмотров 8326 месяцев назад
Tool Box or Treasure Box. How I organize my tools.

Комментарии

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud 14 часов назад

    I purchased an old plate warmer from the 1960s. The plug has two prongs; how can I create a ground? Should I use a two-prong to three-prong adapter?

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud 15 часов назад

    Thank you, American farmers! Now I understand where the inspiration for crop circle alien narratives originated. Learned from Dad 👍

  • @threefive2072
    @threefive2072 2 дня назад

    dude! i'm crawling down this rabbit hole with you ... but my comment keeps getting deleted. i guess maybe i can't post links? google "Nissan Frontier D40 Disc Brake Caliper Bolt Size Spec w/ pics, JIS 9T Torque Spec??" for my story. i found an excellent JIS torque chart on a Toyota forum ...

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 2 дня назад

      The frustrating RUclips comment errors. Thanks again for sharing. Cheers!

  • @Pete.Ty1
    @Pete.Ty1 4 дня назад

    👍👍👍. Thanks James

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 2 дня назад

      Made that one for my co-worker who asked about irrigation circles, have to take care of helping the great ones. Cheers!

  • @JerodSchaack
    @JerodSchaack 4 дня назад

    So how do you keep that engine gassed up in the middle of nowhere?!?

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 4 дня назад

      That random pivot I stopped by had some large external tanks, assuming that was the fuel supply. I think an engine dealer I drove by had propane/natural gas engines as well. Definitely curious of other feedback on fueling practices of them, from different places.

  • @Midwestern_Dude
    @Midwestern_Dude 4 дня назад

    Thanks farmers.

  • @msprouse3
    @msprouse3 7 дней назад

    Really appreciated this tutorial. I made copius notes. This is something someone with modest mechanical skills should not be afraid of tackling. Considering a dealership charges over $500 for this service it is a great money saver.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 7 дней назад

      I agree. Something like fuel filter service is quite an easy DIY maintenance item, even for those with limited mechanical experience. Thanks for watching. Cheers!

  • @vog51
    @vog51 9 дней назад

    Great video but there are so many scenarios that were not touched in this video, and 99.9% of people that have no electrical background have zero clue what you're talking about. Trying to explain electricity to them is like trying to teach a dog to program. Gave thumbs up anyway. :)

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 9 дней назад

      Oh for sure, and agree! Tried to keep this one just short and sweet. Ironically, I work in software, and have a dog, but I agree he will make a terrible developer.....at least until he figure out how to use ChatGPT :) Cheers!

  • @MarkLuhr
    @MarkLuhr 9 дней назад

    Thanks for the clear instructions and video. I just took my '23 to the dealer for the first service, $642.00 later I realized I can get my hands dirty again and do my own... What is involved in a minor injector service, which was also done with the service?

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 9 дней назад

      Glad you enjoyed, and it is helpful. Agree, with shop labor rates, some of these services can get expensive! I'm not exactly sure what they mean by 'minor injector service'......I've never heard of such a thing. Could be something like a fuel treatment or maybe there is some automated test that can be run with a dealer service tool (e.g. PC based program). I'll have to Google and see what I can find....I'm curious myself. Thanks for watching!

  • @bigkev350
    @bigkev350 10 дней назад

    Love the man bun

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 10 дней назад

      Haha, thanks! Shaved my head for many years, but decided to grow it out like my own dad had in the 60s and 70s. Cheers!

  • @richardseifert6419
    @richardseifert6419 10 дней назад

    Hi James I'm restoring a 1971 Datsun 240Z and these OEM bolts are head stamped from blank, 4, 7, & 9 which I took for strength ratings which you confirmed in your great Video. I know that sometimes Engineers also select fastener strength based on the how critical that system is to the safe operation of the product. On this car the rotating drive train parts use 9 head stamped bolts and the stationary supporting drive train structure uses 7 head stamped bolts. Blank and 4 head stamped bolts are used least critical and frequently removed parts. Anyway great video!! Thanks

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 10 дней назад

      Hi there! Glad you enjoyed it. Ironic you asked about those somewhat mythical bolts. You're right, the number on the head represents a grade/class. I actually did a video specifically on those, because they always baffled me/others, until I spent enough time on the internet to research and find some answers. Enjoy this video! ruclips.net/video/fDhsn6kLmVE/видео.html

  • @unitedhybrid187
    @unitedhybrid187 13 дней назад

    I've used it. The ones I had back in the day had a wire coming out to attach to the screw instead.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      Now that you mention that, I vaguely recall seeing that style in the past. Maybe in my dad's toolbox? Thanks for the memory jog. Cheers.

  • @JerodSchaack
    @JerodSchaack 13 дней назад

    Will a double insulated device ever have a grounding prong?

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      Good question. To date, I haven't personally ever seen a tool or device with both. I suspect stacking these methods of electrical protection may bring minimal to no extra protection, for added cost. I'm curious if anyone else has seen both methods used together and on what device?

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud 13 дней назад

    Wow! I've learned so much. I am clueless when it comes to electricity, except for the fact that I learned as a child that water conducts electricity. Thank you, James!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      I'm very glad you are here then! Most humans are not familiar with even the basics of electrical, and because you can never really "see it", then it's this mythical concept. Many more videos like this to come to help folks understand at least the basics, in simple context. Oh, and a fun fact, pure/de-ionized water is actually NOT conductive; has an extremely high resistance. However, 'normal' water we encounter is full of many minerals and therefore ionic/conductive 😀.

    • @mbergheaud
      @mbergheaud 13 дней назад

      @@LearnedFromDad Really?? And where can one find de-ionized water??

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 12 дней назад

      ​@mbergheaud yep! One wouldn't imagine, would they. Google 'de-ionized water conductivity', some quick reads will pop up. Where to get purified and de-ionized water, filtering systems are more common than you might expect. Refreshing myself on the filtration systems, the following is a good read from Culligan where they talk about different grades/levels of purified water. Medical or lab environments where you likely find truly purified, de-ionized water. When I worked in construction, we built multiple government/education lab facilities, where there where multiple types and levels of water purification control. www.reynoldsculligan.com/industrial-deionized-water-treatment/

    • @mbergheaud
      @mbergheaud 12 дней назад

      @@LearnedFromDad Thank you!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 12 дней назад

      ​@mbergheaud you're welcome!

  • @Midwestern_Dude
    @Midwestern_Dude 13 дней назад

    I always wonder the difference

  • @Midwestern_Dude
    @Midwestern_Dude 13 дней назад

    Had an old house in college where we used those adapters sometimes. Definitely broke off that metal tab 😂

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      You're definitely not the first or the last to do that! Thanks for watching.

  • @Pete.Ty1
    @Pete.Ty1 13 дней назад

    👍👍👍. Thanks James

  • @Pete.Ty1
    @Pete.Ty1 13 дней назад

    👍👍👍 In the UK only 3 pin plugs are used, live, neutral and earth. However nearly all electrical goods from the EU only have two wires live and neutral so the earth pin is not connected. Thanks James

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      I was waiting/hoping some folks from global areas outside of North America would watch and add some comments! Thank you! As I've traveled the world, it's been interesting to see the different AC electrical system plugs. I grabbed my voltage/plug adapter to remind myself of the difference between the plugs you were referencing. Seems the UK uses the same as I experienced in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and some other countries.

    • @jeremiahbullfrog9288
      @jeremiahbullfrog9288 13 дней назад

      What about those electric shaver outlets?

    • @Pete.Ty1
      @Pete.Ty1 13 дней назад

      @@jeremiahbullfrog9288 As with everything there is always an exception to the rule, shaver outlets are one of those exceptions

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 12 дней назад

      ​@@jeremiahbullfrog9288 this is one of the reasons I really enjoy doing RUclips, I get to learn alllll the time. I had never heard of a 'shaver outlet', but a quick Google search and there it was. Very interesting concept of severely limiting the electrical current flow to a 'low risk' level (and lower voltage), prior to the presence/development of a GFCI. So interesting, thanks for enlightening me! Have you ever see one of these in North America? It sounds like they are primarily Euro based, from the article I read.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 12 дней назад

      ​@@Pete.Ty1 have you encountered those unique shaver 'shaver outlets' in the UK? Very prevalent, or more of an old design implementation?

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud 13 дней назад

    Great topic and advice. Thanks!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      Thanks so much, very glad you enjoyed it. Many more electrical videos to come....one of my favorite topics! Cheers!

  • @jeremiahbullfrog9288
    @jeremiahbullfrog9288 13 дней назад

    Sticking an ohm meter into a live electrical outlet seems ilke a bad idea..

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      You bring up a good point, and something I didn't mention in this video, but I had that particular circuit breaker (feeding the outlet) turned off. Testing resistance (which a continuity test is the same fundamental function) needs to be done with no voltage on the wire. Grounding and neutral conductors don't (normally) have voltage on them in this type of 120v circuit, but turning off that breaker was an important simple step. If I was fully troubleshooting this AC system and looking for specific resistance values, to your point, I would have taken further steps to isolate the power supply from the electrical panel. Also important to note that the multimeter leads are insulated specifically to allow used on live electrical circuit. However, there are definitely some additional best practices for live testing that can be followed to further reduce risks. Glad you brought this up. Thanks for watching.

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 11 дней назад

      @@LearnedFromDad If you're going to do this a lot, they make AC plug to banana plug adapters that allow you a safer place to stick the probes when you're checking outlets with a multi-meter. They also make ones that handle just the ground pin. I haven't seen any that offer all three in one cable. You can probably also terminate a 3 prong plug in a 3 2 conductor wagos and test like that with reasonable safety. Although the result of that is definitely not UL approved.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 11 дней назад

      ​@SmallSpoonBrigade great point, thanks for sharing. I've used a DVOM for years, and aside from alligator clips I've always just gotten by with standard probes. I started doing some searches after seeing your comment....I went down a rabbit hole!! Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 10 дней назад

      @@LearnedFromDad I went looking when I saw folks taking about using a multimeter for testing outlets. Really, it's more for after installation when you've got stuff closed up and want to verify things, or you've got an outlet that seems to be misbehaving. I don't know that there's anything inherently wrong with using the probe the way you are in the video, you just have to exercise more caution as you do have exposed metal while it's stuck in there. A decent banana plug should allow the probe to be completely covered once stuck in, and you can plug it into the pigtail before plugging the pigtail into the socket.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 10 дней назад

      ​@SmallSpoonBrigade agree on making sure you doing touch the exposed segment of the probes. I've got a multimeter video coming up where I mention that point. Doing this I enjoy when folks bring up things I've never seen or thought about and get to learn something new myself.

  • @carlosmenendez8057
    @carlosmenendez8057 13 дней назад

    Thank you, I didn't know about the double square sign. Happy new year from Spain.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! It's definitely a little known symbol, and in my experience, typically not accompanied by the words "double insulated". Cheers.

  • @LearnedFromDad
    @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

    What electrical questions do you have? Always looking for content ideas my audience wants to learn!

    • @jeremiahbullfrog9288
      @jeremiahbullfrog9288 13 дней назад

      I'm not sure if it's "up to code" universally, but a GFCI outlet will offer this protection without a grounding conductor at the point of use. This applies to all the "downstream" outlets as well (that are also protected by the GFCI), and you can put in 3-prong receptacles with "GFCI PROTECTED / NO EQUIPMENT GROUND" labels -- or safely use the 3-prong to 2-prong adapter without connecting the green tab. Not really a question i guess lol

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 12 дней назад

      ​@jeremiahbullfrog9288 absolutely 100%! Whomever designed the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has single handedly saved many many lives. Commonly within and outlet and sometimes within a circuit breaker (dual function). And, like you said, downline series outlets can be protected by an upline GFCI, if wired properly. Which, is always funny when the GFCI trips, and people can't figure out why some outlets won't work lol😂 And, you're correct, the grounding conductor is irrelevant to a GFCI's operation. I'm planning an upcoming video to explain how they work, and how they differ from an Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI). Cheers!!

  • @LearnedFromDad
    @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

    If you have any electrical questions, please ask. Always looking for content ideas my audience wants to learn!

    • @mbergheaud
      @mbergheaud 13 дней назад

      What is the purpose of the neutral prong? What is the difference between voltage and amperage?

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 13 дней назад

      ​@mbergheaud you're in for a treat, sooner than later....those elements are on my short list! Cheers.

  • @syberwulf9566
    @syberwulf9566 16 дней назад

    Thanks. Owned a car for a years but I never work on it myself. I was embarrassed that I didn’t even know how to unlatch the secondary lever.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 16 дней назад

      No need to be embarrassed! I make videos like this specifically because so many people don't realize that there really are many who don't know things like this. Thanks for watching! Cheers.

  • @j-dubs01412
    @j-dubs01412 17 дней назад

    What mountain are you at

  • @RemingtonLangland
    @RemingtonLangland 17 дней назад

    Love snowboard jesus, and halfcab king, i also love colorado mtns even tho ive only been once i wanna go back... Looks amazing

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

      I couldn't remember halfcab king's name, haha. Agree, those guys are awesome. Two more days of riding, the snow is just starting the push in now. Bring on the pow!

  • @LearnedFromDad
    @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

    Cheers to 2025!

  • @josephjorgensen3282
    @josephjorgensen3282 18 дней назад

    Just don’t trust these things!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

      Definitely opportunities for false negatives and false positives! Definitely just a step in the process, in my opinion. Cheers!

    • @josephjorgensen3282
      @josephjorgensen3282 17 дней назад

      I am a electrician out in Oregon I use them myself and teach apprentice how to but I always explain not to trust it with your life. I may use it to believe it’s not hot then I undo a wire nut and I ground that wire before touching it just to double check and I have seen the spark of crap that thing didn’t work more then once

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 15 дней назад

      ​@josephjorgensen3282 that is a really great point (that I didn't mention) about after testing, grounding out before touching. That is absolutely the true test! Thanks for sharing, stay safe!

  • @PatrickLam86
    @PatrickLam86 18 дней назад

    Great Video, I'm trying to find lighting for a remodel and learning about the gaskets kit is imperative because I didn't want to use silicone caulking around the base of the ligthing. Thanks for the tip!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

      Glad it was helpful! Not all my local hardware stores carried the gasket kits, but those I found at Lowe's. Cheers!

  • @Joe_Mission
    @Joe_Mission 18 дней назад

    Cool video and demo of one of my favorite tools. Interesting that you present this as a life safety device, and say that it's not for troubleshooting. I use one all the time for troubleshooting, but wouldn't rely on it for life safety verification of circuit deenergization. For me it is ONLY for troubleshooting.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

      My world just revolves around a multi-meter, then again I'm soooo used to working on low voltage DC system in my daily job, it's just habit to use DVOM to know exactly what I'm working with. I suspect you use the voltage detector as a means of finding open circuits? Or other troubleshooting?

  • @turqeeman
    @turqeeman 19 дней назад

    Finger meter is the only 100%

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 19 дней назад

      And, by finger meter are you referring to a multi-meter? I feel I'm about to learn something new.....either a tool name/slang I haven't heard before or an actual tool. Either way it's a win! Thanks for watching.

    • @turqeeman
      @turqeeman 19 дней назад

      @LearnedFromDad Just touch it with your finger 👉

  • @TheEngineerJason
    @TheEngineerJason 20 дней назад

    Great presentation. Voltage detectors should never replace a multimeter but like you mentioned, they can be a step in the process. In general, turn the circuit breaker off, hang a tag on it and/or lock it (if in industrial), use voltage tester if you'd like, voltage check with multimeter, and finally the person doing the check should touch the bare wires. The last part may seem strange but it's to avoid a lazy voltage check by one person and then someone else doing the work and getting shocked. That's how they taught it in high voltage safety courses. We also essentially banned the use of these voltage detectors at my workplace because it gives a false sense of security but I still use one at home from time to time.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 19 дней назад

      Thanks for the comments. Agree, multimeters is the only way to truly know. And, I honestly like that last step in your sequence. If you're not confident enough to touch it (after controling/securing the source and testing) then you haven't been thorough enough. I worked in commercial construction (including a decent amount of industrial) so was endlessly involved in lockout/Tapout. Side note, your YT name caught my attention, what engineering work/field are you in? Thanks for watching!

    • @TheEngineerJason
      @TheEngineerJason 19 дней назад

      @LearnedFromDad I'm an electrical engineer for the US Navy. Specialize in power plants onboard.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 19 дней назад

      ​@TheEngineerJason wow, fascinating! Thank you very much for your service.

  • @Blackwolfster
    @Blackwolfster 20 дней назад

    Your multimeter likely has an input impedance of 10 Meg ohms, (10, 000, 000 ohms) that loads down the capacitive/inductive coupled wire. While the electrical field will be enough for the non-contact detector. Think of the non-contact detector as a electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI). 50/60/400Hz range Super/Ultra low frequency range. 400Hz is mostly used on air planes and submarines for less bulkier weight filtering to DC. Long parallel ungrounded cables next to AC energised lines can have a lower impedance couple more energy to the point of being dangerous and must be treated as live. IE long power lines, and sometimes fences under say 500,000 volt power lines.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 19 дней назад

      I knew someone could help explain that situation. That was outstanding, thank you for that (and for watching)!

  • @grizzlyflats5037
    @grizzlyflats5037 21 день назад

    In the olden days, it was standard procedure to switch the Neutral on light sockets because that is the metal base that could be touched while screwing the bulb in or out.....

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 20 дней назад

      Ahhhh, I see! That makes sense now. Thanks for sharing and teaching me something new today! Cheers.

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud 21 день назад

    I had an electrician replace my brass light fixtures from the 1980s with Ring camera flood lights. I made this change for safety reasons, even though I loved the original fixtures. I appreciate your diligence in this matter. I asked the electrician if I should shut off the breaker, and he said that just turning the switch off would be fine.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 20 дней назад

      Done properly, a switch could be a reasonable control point. But, there are variables that make it a little more risky. I'm a firm believer in turning off at the source to eliminate some of the variables. When I was in construction, that source would then be locked/tagged so someone didn't accidentally turn it back on.

  • @jerryrichmond9525
    @jerryrichmond9525 21 день назад

    Very nicely done James!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 20 дней назад

      Thank you sir! Another good one coming soon covering different styles of multimeters and how to use them, including a DC amp clamp 😀

  • @Midwestern_Dude
    @Midwestern_Dude 21 день назад

    That meter with detector built in is slick.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 21 день назад

      Yep, it's great. One of the main reasons I bought the Fluke 117 versus say the Fluke 115. Thanks for watching.

  • @LearnedFromDad
    @LearnedFromDad 21 день назад

    Any electrical shock horror stories from not testing before touching? When working in construction I was around multiple fatalities, and near fatalities, from electricians being shocked from a common neutral with 277v lighting. Not testing the neutrals for voltage after opening the bundle and sustaining a shock. I believe common neutrals have been outlawed within the National Electric Code several years back, anyone know for sure?

  • @rwbishop
    @rwbishop 21 день назад

    Also known as a 'chicken stick' in some circles/regions. :)

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 21 день назад

      Haha, that's a new one to me.....though I understand the premise! Are you an electrician by trade? Thanks for the education, and watching. Cheers!

  • @Pete.Ty1
    @Pete.Ty1 21 день назад

    👍👍👍Great info. Thanks James

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 21 день назад

      Thanks! Have another good one (I think) covering multimeters (3 different styles) coming up next. An important compliment to a voltage detector. Thanks for watching!

  • @JerodSchaack
    @JerodSchaack 22 дня назад

    Would like to see a picture of how it lit up the side of the garage.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 22 дня назад

      I should have placed some after, night time, photos at the end of the video. Didn't think of that, shoot! I can tell you the LED flood lights are VERY bright. I think I'll turn the rear lights to the lowest lumen setting and gable end to the mid setting. I'm very happy with the performance, worth the money for sure!!

    • @PatrickLam86
      @PatrickLam86 18 дней назад

      @@LearnedFromDad It's not too late. I too am pretty interested in seeing a video walk-a-round of how it looks. Maybe do a follow up video? Great video by the way!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 17 дней назад

      ​@@PatrickLam86 tell you what, I'll add a full walk around to one of my future, final, home makeover videos!

  • @LearnedFromDad
    @LearnedFromDad 22 дня назад

    What do you think of the black fixtures I selected? I'm far from a designer, but I felt they turned out nice. Thanks for watching!

    • @Midwestern_Dude
      @Midwestern_Dude 22 дня назад

      The black looks good

    • @mbergheaud
      @mbergheaud 21 день назад

      I prefer light fixtures with a traditional design; however, I see how they complement your modern home renovation.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 20 дней назад

      ​@Midwestern_Dude thanks!

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 20 дней назад

      ​@@mbergheaud I very much see why there are people who design for a living, to help people like me 😁....I'm good at the "doing", less at the designing.

  • @Zenith_Nulls
    @Zenith_Nulls 23 дня назад

    Thank you

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 23 дня назад

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching. Cheers!

  • @qmax-en5ry
    @qmax-en5ry Месяц назад

    Just took my truck to the Dealership. ...and they wanted 298 for each filter,,,

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      For each?! Wow! Well, I hope this was helpful for you. Thanks for watching.....cheers!

  • @mbergheaud
    @mbergheaud Месяц назад

    Archie is so sweet ❤

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      He really is the best. Always nearby, sometimes to the point of tripping me 😁 Thanks for stopping back!

  • @joaquimpacer
    @joaquimpacer Месяц назад

    Excellent explanations

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      Thanks! Keep things simple for the everyday person. Cheers!

  • @Don-vi5if
    @Don-vi5if Месяц назад

    For what its worth I would add one step based on my personal experience with my 22 ram. After your first or second prime cycle check for leaks. Especially with the engine bay filter. The O ring on that housing is easy to install crooked on the back side where you cannot see it. If that happens you will have a mess so better to catch on the first prime cycle and just a good idea to check for leaks anyway before you do a number of cycles

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      Ahhhh, yes, that's a great point about leak checks. I always keep the used oring until I'm confident there are not leaks, just in case. The used ones often seem a little stretches after being removed, but better to have something than nothing if something goes sideways. Thanks for sharing!

  • @aralk55
    @aralk55 Месяц назад

    Amazing! gonna try that. lol

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      I've never seen him be so excited to do a chore 😆

  • @cf6231
    @cf6231 Месяц назад

    This will be my Monday after work project. Thanks for the concise, but thorough tutorial.

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad Месяц назад

      You bet! Glad another Cummins owner found it useful. Cheers!

  • @dhalbritter2348
    @dhalbritter2348 Месяц назад

    Do you happen to have a pdf of the standard to metric conversion and metric to standard for hex keys ? 12/7/24

    • @LearnedFromDad
      @LearnedFromDad 22 дня назад

      So sorry for the delay, I read your message and forgot all about responding. I don't have a specific chart I use, however I just did a quick Google search and looked in the 'images' section, there were multiple nice cross-over charts. Thanks for watching!