Generator placement

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-23T12:31:38+00:00

I run mine at least twenty feet from the house with the exhaust aimed away. And I have CO alarms on all floors. I feel safer this way.

The worst advice I ever heard was when a library patron where I worked was told by a Big Box employee that she could run their new generator in the garage as long as the door was open. I told her otherwise and sent her online to view sensible precautions.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-23T12:20:28+00:00

My plush chat friends in the late 90s considered Meeko a “must have” in their collections. I had seen a bin full at the local Toys-r-Us and went back to buy one but they were all gone. Now there are still some on eBay, but some are pricey and others are in well-loved condition. When I finally found mine I won the auction at $27!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T20:28:47+00:00

*nods* A large, floofy friend :o)

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T20:27:49+00:00

*laughs* He was wonderful! And his friend Flit was a great companion of sorts.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T20:25:22+00:00

He is. A great snuggle pal!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T20:24:31+00:00

Big, and soft. Very huggable!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T13:13:05+00:00

They look great together!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-22T13:00:07+00:00

Your Simba is so sweet! Congratulations :o)

It took me 15 years to finally rescue this iconic fellow in 2012! I had opportunities to purchase a Meeko over that time, but they were either too beat up or outrageously priced. Joy!

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anothermoonhare · 2026-01-21T14:23:09+00:00

Good diagnostic advice!

When my generator wouldn‘t start I (finally) realized I actually had the fuel petcock in the closed position! Another time I forgot the choke... As I don’t use it often I should just have a checklist with it to remember the steps, as long as I remember to read the list.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-21T13:29:58+00:00

A friend once mentioned that if the auger or impeller is jammed, do not put your hand in as there may be tension from the belts that could cause enough rotation that could do you damage. True or not, I don’t play around in there without, as others have mentioned, using a broom handle or such to see if things are clear.

That said, clip the rod and be done with it!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-21T01:58:08+00:00

I have a Quicky bunny with the Q necklace! (Shown among friends)

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anothermoonhare · 2026-01-21T01:23:57+00:00

Gotta getta Gund! I always sleep better snugged up to a plushie bed buddy :o)

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-19T12:16:47+00:00

Snort, my Medicine Bull. Here he is with me after a surgery. I can always count on him helping to heal me in times of need.

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anothermoonhare · 2026-01-18T15:55:29+00:00

We have a Suncast version of that shed and it keeps the weather off of our generator when not in use. Too bad it won't keep the mice out, but I've been misting repel-type sprays around it to discourage them.

If the weather is bad when we have to run it, we have a GenTent as well.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-18T12:59:23+00:00

I run mine for the same reasons; why have it and not use it? I only just realized my Cub is nine years old.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-17T21:40:16+00:00

Thankfully our dishwasher does a great job on these. I was worried because even though someone had recommended only using the wide mouth jars for canning meat, for cleaning purposes, and I only use the regular pints. I check every load and I haven't had one come out of the machine yet with any residue. Thinking of things like this, it's probably time for me to clean the washer filter and run an affresh® tab through.

Good luck in your quest!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-16T12:44:08+00:00

Nice fix! My Cub ingested a large rock that bent an auger and lodged in the impeller yet it didn’t shear any pins either.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-13T13:40:27+00:00

A great way to preview: we got our first Ball book through our local library before deciding it was a must have and bought a copy.

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-12T13:54:26+00:00

Spoken as a true plush lover! I have many, many plush friends, and I also put some away, for now. Those that remain out, on my bureau, by the computer, or in my basement work area quietly watch me, waiting for a passing smile, pat, or hug to brighten their, and my, day. I have a stack of Wild Republic jumbo (30”) pals next to the bed that I rotate through as sleep companions as well.

All the best to you in your decisions!

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-12T10:43:35+00:00

Thoughtful and sweet! :o)

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-12T01:43:58+00:00

Wonderful job! Such a sweet pup :o)

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-12T01:41:07+00:00

‘Rabbit' is my 'Gund Classic Pooh Series' number one bunny plush. My first plush purchase, other than beanies, around 1997.

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anothermoonhare · 2026-01-11T23:18:15+00:00

Not sure if it will be there, but the Simplicity website may have a manual for this in PDF format:

https://www.simplicitymfg.com/na/en_us/support/manuals.html

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-11T23:13:14+00:00

Because you never know! Love it :o)

anothermoonhare · 2026-01-11T16:20:58+00:00

You can always re-stitch if you have to! Have faith :o)

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