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• Water damage - the best (and worst) ways to rescue your gadget.
• How to wire a (UK) mains plug - this step by step guide shows you simply and with pictures.
• And now, How NOT to wire a (UK) mains plug - some common mistakes.
• How to drive screws like a pro - Using a screwdriver is easy but using it properly may not be obvious.
• Types of screw head and screwdriver - Recognise even the more unusual types of screw so you can use the right screwdriver.
• Rescuing Damaged Screws - What to do if the screw head is damaged.
• How to use a multimeter - the most useful addition to your toolbox after screwdrivers etc.
• How to safely discharge capacitors - essential information if you're working on a mains power supply or a camera with a flash.
• Cleaning - cleaning agents and tools, and various cleaning situations you might be faced with.
• Magnifiers and Inspection Aids - You can't fix what you can't see. How to see better.
• Using appliances from North America in Europe - You brought a US device back with you from across the pond? Here are your options.