 | |  | | | | View Profile: donf | donf Printers & Electronics Expert |  | Last Activity: Yesterday 06:19 PM | | | | | | | |  | |  | | | | Signature | Don
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Please let me know on if this answer helped you by rating my response. However if my response is incorrect, please send me a message as quickly as possible. Regarding Electrical questions, please be aware that I am not an electrician, nor am I a resident expert on the NEC Code Book. However I am in the process of re-aquainting myself with the Code. | | | | | | |  | |  | | | | Topic Info | Contact Info | | | | | Additional Information | | Date of Birth:
January 24, 1947 | Age:
61 | Location:
Tidewater, Virginia
| Experience:
Married (42 yrs): Retired: Nephew Sitter:
IBM (24 yrs), Field Tech: 14 yrs. PC Printer Technical Support (IBM/Lexmark) (14 yrs.)
Industry educated in Operating Systems/ Printer languages, datastreams, port operations, debugging, lab environment, Customer Support, Crisis Situations. Tel-con communications protocols. Electricity / Electronics, Programming [C, C++, PostScript, PMP VBasic), Print Data Stream Annalyst
Hobbies - Algebra - reading - umpiring - refereeing
| Occupation:
Retired
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Latest Reputation Received | | Question | Topic | Date | Comment |  | How do I run a 220v... | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 24, 2008 06:33 PM | Thanks for your answer. |  | adding a new circuit | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 14, 2008 02:05 PM | my compressor 15.0/7.5amps and fluorescent light uses two 40watt bulbs at 4in long so would i go with two 15amp breakers one for compressor other one for lights and outlets |  | Can I splice off 1 wire... | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 12, 2008 11:59 AM | I truly appreciate that there was someone out there to give me some sound advice. Thanks. |  | Relocating my... | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 10, 2008 09:13 PM | I am pulling permit for this, and I'll do everything according to code. Thank you. |  | Relocating my... | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 10, 2008 06:47 PM | I fully agree, good going don, i believe you hit thr fuse (I MRAN NAIL) on the head. F.B.E. |  | Shocking switchplate | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 6, 2008 12:10 PM | This was the first clue toward the right track. |  | Turn outside faucet 1/4... | Plumbing | Jul 5, 2008 10:42 AM | Very informative. I like knowing the reason, not just a yes or no! |  | Maximum wattage ceiling... | Electrical & Lighting | Jul 3, 2008 12:36 PM | Question misstated. Should have specified watts for lightbulbs in fan. So answer not helpful but thanks. |  | blue lips | Medical Conditions & Diseases | Jul 1, 2008 12:25 PM | Thanks for going into such great detail!!! Great answer. |  | Adding switches and... | Electrical & Lighting | Jun 30, 2008 05:55 PM | Don provided some good info on NEC. It will help this amateur be in compliance. |  | where to find... | Electrical & Lighting | Jun 27, 2008 07:38 AM | Cool, thanks for the info. I'm trying to learn all this stuff. |  | 200 amp service to... | Electrical & Lighting | Jun 19, 2008 09:34 AM | We are informed about the process but only dealing with interior application at this time, just wondering if there are necessary changes at this point in preparation for 100 amp service going to workshop later. Thank you again for your input |  | IT Services Monthly... | Technical Writing | Jun 19, 2008 02:16 AM | thanx for your quick answer... |  | underage marrage | Marriage | Jun 7, 2008 04:57 PM | very reasonable,fare,and encouraging |  | Trying to find name of... | Movies | Jun 6, 2008 07:12 PM | Good work! I knew it had "grill" or "cafe" in the name, but I got stuck on "Bagdad Cafe". |  | Trying to find name of... | Movies | Jun 6, 2008 03:34 PM | thank you thank you THAT"S IT!!!!! |  | Should I even consider... | Marriage | Jun 4, 2008 07:42 PM | Aww . . . aren't you a sweetheart! Thank you :-) |  | Should I even consider... | Marriage | Jun 4, 2008 06:13 PM | Thanks Don! |  | Vista/Canon i560 will... | Printers | Jun 1, 2008 06:07 PM | All cartridges genuine Canon - still will not print Black |  | how to use a voltmeter | Electrical & Lighting | May 22, 2008 03:13 PM | thank you appreciate it |  | porn in my marraige | Marriage | May 22, 2008 01:25 PM | thank you for your opinion |  | Wiring 50 amp hot tub | Electrical & Lighting | May 22, 2008 10:51 AM | it is 220 volt 50 amp, we have Gfci and Disconnect Box |  | Ex wife took money out... | Banking | May 20, 2008 10:21 AM | I like this answer. |  | i think i'm pregnant,... | Pregnancy & New Motherhood | May 20, 2008 09:18 AM | very helpful and specific. |  | battery hookup | Tools & Power Equipment | May 17, 2008 12:34 PM | very good |  | Installing a ne Main... | Electrical & Lighting | May 12, 2008 09:52 AM | has nothing to do with the question |  | Why do Husbands | Marriage | May 10, 2008 07:57 AM | I haven't a clue as to what this means. LOL - RAOTF. |  | liening an acct | Corporate Law | May 7, 2008 02:40 PM | Oh, good, I thought it was me and I only THOUGHT I had seen this before. Whew! |  | Probability with the... | Math & Sciences | May 7, 2008 09:03 AM | This is correct although I don't know what kind of mark the teacher would give if that was the answer given on a test. |  | 50 amp RV plug to houe... | Electrical & Lighting | May 6, 2008 10:54 AM | I AGREE |  | Transferring files from... | Computers for Beginners | May 6, 2008 09:10 AM | My preferred choice as well...no need for "sneaker net" if using peer to peer |  | Digital camera software... | Other Software | May 6, 2008 08:19 AM | Thank you Don. I will see what I can come up with. |  | Weeping conduit ? | Electrical & Lighting | May 4, 2008 03:45 PM | I agree , I'am studing it now! Thank you everybody For the advise! |  | How do I get my... | Marriage | Apr 25, 2008 12:47 PM | balancer... OP needs to be open to differing opinions, even those she doesnt agree with. otherwise why seek out public forum help??? |  | How do I get my... | Marriage | Apr 25, 2008 11:55 AM | He has said to me before that he wanted to get married, but I thought he was just kidding around because of the way he said it. |  | unwed pregnancy | Christianity | Apr 24, 2008 07:38 PM | thank you so much for your though there is so much more to the story and it could take some time and though i just needed some advice and someone to talk to about it thank you!!! |  | Classic BF husband... | Marriage | Apr 23, 2008 01:09 PM | Thanks, this really did help! |  | constitutional law says... | Marriage | Apr 23, 2008 08:26 AM | Totally Agree. |  | My marriage | Marriage | Apr 18, 2008 08:07 AM | Thats very inspiring.. cangratulations :) |  | canon PM600 quality | Printers | Apr 18, 2008 07:54 AM | The info is accurate but I did mention that I have a Canon MP600 and am using photo paper that says it's for deskjet printers. Hmmmm....I'll check around for Canon paper as my current photo paper came with my HP deskjet printer. Thank you. |  | vaginal infection | Women's Health | Apr 10, 2008 09:40 AM | yes its correct |  | Shutdown Problems | Spyware, Viruses, etc. | Apr 8, 2008 09:02 PM | thanks for the thought |  | Threatens to call police | Marriage | Apr 8, 2008 06:37 PM | Excellant post, Excellant advice. |  | Groom is cheating; tell... | Marriage | Apr 7, 2008 01:15 PM | Excellent suggestion - put it back in the hands of the person doing the wrong. |  | vaginal infection | Women's Health | Apr 7, 2008 10:42 AM | You got that right! |  | HP 1020 not print | Printers | Apr 1, 2008 12:39 PM | love it |  | timer hook up | Electronics | Mar 31, 2008 06:42 PM | this is a good pointit makes sence thank you |  | tv screen | Electronics | Mar 28, 2008 11:54 AM | Thanks for the advice |  | fluorescent light fixture | Electrical & Lighting | Mar 28, 2008 06:47 AM | I feel this information will be healpul |  | lexmark printer not... | Printers | Mar 22, 2008 06:50 AM | still waiting answer |  | wiring into a 240 volt... | Electrical & Lighting | Mar 21, 2008 09:20 AM | I completely agree with this stance. Good point. |  | Is he cheating? | Marriage | Mar 20, 2008 03:59 AM | This answere covered the bases.....makes good sense !! |  | My husband does not... | Marriage | Mar 14, 2008 12:07 PM | excellent points |  | My husband does not... | Marriage | Mar 14, 2008 11:42 AM | Good suggestions. |  | Dell AIO 922 printer | Printers | Mar 12, 2008 10:17 AM | something i hadnt thought about will check it right now |  | Ceiling Fan Wiring... | Electrical & Lighting | Mar 12, 2008 07:24 AM | ON/OFF forgot thats a good way to identify a 3 way. |  | panel upgrade | Electrical & Lighting | Mar 6, 2008 07:33 PM | I agree fully with donf, also a licensed electrician will know all the codes that you will need to go by , F.B.E. |  | Should I leave my... | Marriage | Mar 6, 2008 01:45 PM | EXCELLENT advice! |  | Paper jams | Printers | Mar 6, 2008 01:23 PM | Thanks very much Donf |  | Desktop Icons | Computers for Beginners | Mar 1, 2008 09:37 PM | Check out Windweaver Web -- my post -- Very interesting site!!! |  | What should she do? | Marriage | Feb 28, 2008 03:36 AM | Thank you! I told her about this in hopes it will ease both their minds with everything! |  | info on transistors | Electronics | Feb 27, 2008 12:24 PM | thanks don sort of what I figured |  | whats a good age to... | Marriage | Feb 27, 2008 11:53 AM | Working together to solve your problems is a good tool to have in a marriage. No matter how you got it. |  | Pay Stubs / Hours worked | Corporate Law | Feb 26, 2008 09:36 AM | I read that in the rules also on the website |  | I've hurt my wife by... | Marriage | Feb 25, 2008 10:00 AM | I always love your advice! |  | Stole from employer but... | Other Law | Feb 11, 2008 09:13 PM | Very helpful |  | I told, did I do the... | Marriage | Feb 11, 2008 04:44 PM | Thank you for your response. I thought I did the right thing but now i don't know. He and she called me this evening it was horrible. |  | order of connections:... | Electronics | Feb 11, 2008 08:26 AM | I have read that sometimes the HDMI only carries a video signal and you still need to use digital coax or optical to carry the audio signal for some receivers |  | coonecting compponents | Electronics | Feb 9, 2008 04:53 AM | thank you it work,keep up the good advices |  | electrical outlet has... | Electrical & Lighting | Feb 8, 2008 11:42 AM | your original assessment of a posssible GFCI upstream was a logical place to start. |  | married at 18? | Marriage | Feb 8, 2008 10:01 AM | agrees: Excellent answer! |  | married at 18? | Marriage | Feb 8, 2008 09:07 AM | You're right, the milk isn't free either, lol. Good story btw!! |  | electrical outlet has... | Electrical & Lighting | Feb 7, 2008 07:20 PM | look for the simple things first. |  | electrical outlet has... | Electrical & Lighting | Feb 7, 2008 06:30 PM | read reply. |  | married at 18? | Marriage | Feb 7, 2008 09:18 AM | Awww!!!! Good story!!!! |  | married at 18? | Marriage | Feb 6, 2008 03:18 PM | yes, it is witchcraft, and ok if you are not christian I guess |  | My Future Mother-In-Law... | Marriage | Feb 4, 2008 05:26 AM | Yeah, kill her with kindness. |  | Identify 100 Amp vs 200... | Electrical & Lighting | Jan 30, 2008 01:16 PM | I don't get it. I just ask a question and tryed to get followup Info. There was no need to get rude and out of joint over it. I see Mr. TK got the same type resonse when he asked a simple question. |  | How can I deal with my... | Marriage | Jan 27, 2008 11:52 AM | Me too. He does have a right to know about his wife's past but not to keep making an issue out of it. |  | getting a marriage... | Divorce | Jan 25, 2008 12:15 PM | There is a civil annulment for couples married a short time, it is done though the court |  | Is porn worng? | Marriage | Jan 25, 2008 09:51 AM | Aw, I can see where you don't need any more stimulation, great story. |  | Is porn worng? | Marriage | Jan 25, 2008 08:21 AM | Do you also clean coffee from monitor screens, LMAO!!!!! |  | just dont know where 2... | Marriage | Jan 23, 2008 10:17 AM | Excellent advice! |  | Do I have rights as an... | Children | Jan 22, 2008 02:15 PM | You are right! Thank you. I just had to make sure that someone that is neutral agrees. Thanks again!! |  | just dont know where 2... | Marriage | Jan 22, 2008 01:46 PM | thanku x |  | Installing a water cut... | Plumbing | Jan 21, 2008 07:10 AM | Dead on right you are...must drain the lines if you are worried about freezing |  | Is porn worng? | Marriage | Jan 20, 2008 09:24 PM | Porn, is set up to be fantasy. The mind is the biggest sexual tool. |  | Replacing Mobile Home... | Electrical & Lighting | Jan 20, 2008 05:02 PM | I had already taken that into consideration, Thanks! |  | Scag mower won't start... | Tools & Power Equipment | Jan 20, 2008 03:46 PM | thats where I'd start, good advice |  | aiwa cd player | Electronics | Jan 20, 2008 12:54 PM | thanks |  | Is porn worng? | Marriage | Jan 20, 2008 10:36 AM | Extremely poignant! Gradualism makes us accept things we never would have at an earlier point in our lives. "What you tolerate now will be what destroys you later." |  | how to cap off old hot... | Electronics | Jan 19, 2008 06:33 PM | Difference of opinion. |  | how to avoid divorce... | Marriage | Jan 16, 2008 10:52 AM | Very true! You are a sweet guy! |  | she wants nothing from me | Family Law | Jan 16, 2008 07:35 AM | Right - you were addressing this particular situation; I was addressing the support situation in general, including the situations where child support is not collected through the Court system. |  | Forced to go 'on call'... | Corporate Law | Jan 16, 2008 06:42 AM | No problem. I offer my personal opinion too - AFTER I've given my legal one. |  | Looking for a Way to... | Computers for Beginners | Jan 15, 2008 09:55 AM | Good response.Thanks |  | Is it natural to have... | Marriage | Jan 14, 2008 12:35 PM | Who would have thought? |  | Is it natural to have... | Marriage | Jan 14, 2008 06:20 AM | Sweet answer. |  | Husband can't spell my... | Marriage | Jan 13, 2008 08:47 AM | I agree, a great short story and very eloquently stated, I can relate. |  | Husband can't spell my... | Marriage | Jan 13, 2008 06:52 AM | lol, cute, wonderful story. | |