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Set Up Insulation Blowing Machine

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What happens here

Upon returning home, unload the insulation bags and the blowing machine into a convenient work area, typically a garage. The blowing machine comes with a long, flexible hose that needs to be connected. Plug the hose into the designated port on the machine. Then, connect the machine to a power outlet using an extension cord. For safety, ensure the remote control for the machine is functional, as it allows for starting and stopping the blowing process from inside the attic. If the remote isn't working, check and replace batteries or repair any broken components.

Goal: Prepare the insulation blowing machine for operation.

Tools and materials

  • Extension Cord — Powering the blowing machine
  • Flexible Hose — Directing blown insulation into the attic
  • Gloves — Protecting hands from irritation
  • Insulation Blowing Machine — Processing and blowing insulation
  • Remote Control — Starting and stopping the machine from the attic
  • Respirator — Protecting lungs from insulation fibers
  • Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from dust and fibers
  • AA Batteries — Powering the remote control

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let's go back to insulating this Attic So here's a story about the R rating I'll put a little graph right over here based off which part of the country you live in it'll tell you which kind of insulation you'll need based off of this material that I'm using again r19 through r60 there's a handy dandy chart in the back here that'll tell you based off the rating and how thickness you need so we're looking at r49 and we need a maximum of 17 in and as you saw we're sitting at 10 because my thick butt has been stomping it all up and down as I'm trying to work up there but not no more I'm done working upstairs I've never used this unit before but we're all going to learn together hose plugs in there we need power outlet there got that there and EXT tension hose cuz we're going deep we're ready this is a remote for it to turn it on and off away see if it got to clean all this now not a good start ladies and gentlemen we're starting this project off with a fix we have to fix something we rented it's never a good day but it's okay you know we're good Troopers we're on this rocket ship to accomplishing a very important task that'll save us some money in the future and keep our butts warm and cool well there's our problem here the little caddy for the batteries is broken three brand new batteries oh oh we got it to work hey give me my deposit back and reimburse me for my batteries you're welcome so here's the story there's a

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