Household Hints

Dishwasher Not Draining Properly?

Your dishwasher does not necessarily have a mechanical malfunction if it does not

drain properly. Here are some simple ways to cure this problem!

1) Inside the dishwasher at the bottom of the unit there is what looks like an upside

down cup. This is the float or pressure switch which should move up and down freely.

Gently attempt to move it, if any large food particles, glass, plastic, etc. have become

lodged under this switch, remove them so the unit can function properly.

2) If the float switch is ok, then there may be a clog in the air gap. This is the hose that

runs under the sink from the dishwasher to the cap on top of the sink. There may be

an obstruction in the line or air gap. Remove the silver or plastic cap that exposes the

air gap. If you see any obstructions, remove them. If no obstruction is visible, the top

of the air gap should pop off or unscrew. Remove it to find out if you can see any other

obstruction. If none are visible, invert a plastic cup over the air gap opening (making

sure the cup is suctioned tightly to the sink) then advance the dishwasher timer to the

drain cycle to start pumping water through the line. If the obstruction is in the line, it

should be pressurized out of the air gap opening. Be sure to keep your hand on the

cup to prevent the water pressure from pushing it out of place. If the water runs

through the air gap, shut off the dishwasher and reassemble the air gap.

3) If the disposal was recently replaced, the installer may have failed to remove the

plug on the side of the disposal where the drain hose connects, causing the unit not to

drain. This plug normally requires a special tool and can be rather difficult to remove.

To prevent damaging the unit, contact the installer directly to remove the plug.

Be Beach Safe!

Using common sense on the beach is critical. Here are some tips to help.

• Never climb on logs. Logs can be dangerous and unstable.

• Do not use drugs or drink alcohol while on the beach. Judgement is very

crucial and both of these can cause loss of good judgement.

• Be extra careful of the beach in the winter—waves can reach 8-20 feet high.

• Never turn your back to the ocean. Regardless of the time of year, waves and

rip currents can take you off your feet and can be deadly.

• The ocean’s average temperature in the winter is about 50-52 degrees.

Swimmers can only live a few minutes before hypothermia effects them.

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Crickety Critters

If you are losing sleep because you have a cricket as a "house guest," here’s a trick

to stop him. At night, put a wet wash cloth in your kitchen or bathroom sink. By

morning, you should find your noisy "visitor" hiding in the washcloth.

 

Pan Pampering

Here is a great hint to clean baked on food from a cooking

pan. Place an anti-static dryer sheet in the pan

with water. Let it sit over night, and sponge clean

in the morning. The anti-static agents weaken the

bond between the food and the pan, while the

softening agents loosen the baked on food.

 

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Cheesy Linguine Chicken Casserole

This all time favorite takes less than an hour to throw together!

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8 X 8 X 2 inch square pan.

Rinse uncooked linguine in a colander with hot water for 15 seconds,

drain. Mix linguine, chicken, frozen vegetables, soup and

broth in a pan. Bake uncovered 35-40 minutes or until the edges

are bubbly. Top with tomatoes, sprinkle with green onions and

cheese. Bake uncovered about 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Makes 6 servings.

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1 9 ounce package of refrigerated linguine

2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite size pieces

1 cup frozen onions, celery, bell pepper and parsley (from 16-ounce bag)

10 3/4 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup (1 can)

1 cup chicken broth

2 roma tomatoes, each cut into 6 wedges

2 Tablespoons sliced green onions (about 3 onions)

2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (1/2 cup)