num_pages: 448
description: Time-Life Books Complete Fix-It-Yourself Manual shows how to handle everything &amp; anything that might go wrong around the home. If something's broken, leaking, worn out, cracked, warped or stained, here's a system for maintaining, troubleshooting &amp; fixing it. Illustrated with diagrams, guides &amp; drawings, all fitted with clear, concise details, this manual lays everything out in logical, easy-to-follow order. *Quick fixes for every emergency give immediate ways to keep things under control. *Exploded diagrams lift lids &amp; covers, strip away the mystery &amp; show how things work. See what goes where, what it's called &amp; how it all fits together. *Comprehensive troubleshooting guides help pinpoint problems &amp; solutions at a glance. Even if an expert is called you'll be able to describe the problem accurately. *Dependable step-by-step drawings lead smoothly thru each repair, showing just what to do, in the correct order insuring perfect results. *Time &amp; difficulty ratings that show exactly what you're getting into. *Safety precautions alerting to possible hazards &amp; showing how to avoid them. *Tips on tools &amp; techniques: how to choose &amp; use the right tools for jobs. *Advice on when it's best to throw out an appliance or call in professional services. From fixing a VCR to rewiring a lamp, from unclogging drains to replacing a wall outlet, this manual is a source to turn to when needing clear, straightforward directions for repair needs. A must for do-it-your-selfers.
language: English
title: Complete Fix-It-Yourself Manual
titlecomplete: Complete Fix-It-Yourself Manual
genres: How To, Nonfiction, Reference
ratings_count: 26
publisher: Prentice Hall Trade (NY et al.)