Sometimes we have a feeling as if something is stuck in our throat. This feeling is often experienced at the back of the throat, just posterior to the tongue. Know what can cause the feeling of something stuck in throat and its treatment. How to Unplug a Stuck Aerosol Can By Kathy Adams. SAVE; The spray nozzle on an aerosol can seems like a great idea until it clogs, turning instead into a great frustration. Whether the can contains spray paint, cooking oil or a household cleaning product, one of several methods can usually unclog the crud and get the spray flowing once again.
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Most pop-up sprinklers have springs that pull them back into the ground when there is no water pressure. If one of them won't retract, it's usually because some dirt or debris has lodged between the riser and the sprinkler body and is preventing the head from sliding smoothly. There are two simple ways to get the sprinkler head working again, but if you don't want the problem to recur, either disassemble the sprinkler head and clean it or -- if it doesn't come apart -- replace it.
- Turn on the sprinkler system and put on your rain gear unless it's a hot day and you don't mind getting wet. Push the stuck sprinkler head into the ground and wait for it to pop back out. Do this several times. Then, turn off the water and note whether the sprinkler head retracts.
- Lubricate the sprinkler head with spray lubricant if pushing it down with the water turned on had no effect. Spray the lubricant generously around the shaft and wait for it to soak for a minute. Then push and pull the head to loosen it. Turn on the water and check the sprinkler head operation.
- Turn off the water and unscrew the sprinkler head if it still doesn't work. Use adjustable pliers to grip the head and turn it counterclockwise. Pull the sprinkler head out carefully to prevent dirt from falling into the open fitting.
- Hold the sprinkler head body with one pair of pliers and loosen the cap with another pair. After the cap is loose, unscrew it carefully, lift it off and flush the inside of the sprinkler with water. Screw the cap back on and replace the sprinkler head.
- Replace the sprinkler head if you can't disassemble it.
- Spray lubricant
- 2 sets of adjustable pliers
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Alternatives to spray lubricant for lubricating the riser include petroleum jelly, plumber's grease or any type of penetrating oil.
If the riser moves freely and you can't feel any resistance when you hold it up, the spring is probably broken. If so, replace the sprinkler head.
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Chris Deziel has a bachelor's degree in physics and a master's degree in humanities. Besides having an abiding interest in popular science, Deziel has been active in the building and home design trades since 1975. As a landscape builder, he helped establish two gardening companies.
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