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Got a custom built pc, it's starting to get a bit dusty inside, is there a safe way to clean it, or is it fine to just open up an wipe down with a microfibre cloth? Don't want to damage anything
Open and use a hair dryer to blow out the dust. Unless you have a special vac
We've a "Compucleaner" to do this, though I'm sure there are cheaper versions. It's been quite handy for the kid's consoles and blowing crumbs out of my computer keyboard too.
 
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I’m not sure what to do in the situation I’m in. I started a new job recently yet there isn’t a lot of work to do and especially not for junior staff. I’ve now been asking daily for work to be given to me as in my first week I was asked well why didn’t you ask for work and it’s unacceptable to think there wasn’t anything for me to do. I’ve haven’t experienced a job like this before. It’s almost like I’m begging for work surely that’s not right? It’s their responsibility to make sure there’s work? I don’t want to raise this higher and complain because I’m worried. The line manger has said she has got work coming out of her ears but I’m not sure how that’s related to the junior staff? We don’t do the same work that she does. I’m not sure what is going on here.
You need to be assertive with your line manager and ask for a meeting to discuss your concerns. It sounds like a lot of misunderstanding and miscommunication. Good luck 🤞
 
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Got a custom built pc, it's starting to get a bit dusty inside, is there a safe way to clean it, or is it fine to just open up an wipe down with a microfibre cloth? Don't want to damage anything
I wouldn’t use a cloth. It’s quite easy to knock something out of place. I use a can of compressed air, which you can buy on Amazon. You can then just blow the dust out. There are lots of videos online showing you how to do it.
 
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Got a custom built pc, it's starting to get a bit dusty inside, is there a safe way to clean it, or is it fine to just open up an wipe down with a microfibre cloth? Don't want to damage anything
I'm sure I bought a can of compressed air to clean mine
 
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Hello everyone. My fridge freezer has broken down. It's ancient and honestly doesn't owe me a penny. So, I need to replace it.
The trouble is, my kitchen is upstairs.It's a converted cottage and my bedroom is downstairs. Living room and kitchenette upstairs.
I will need to order online because I've had back problems and struggle with pain and mobility.
Does anyone know of a firm - like John Lewis for example who will carry it upstairs for me and remove / dispose of the old one ?
I'm really stressing about it. Anxiety is a witch.
Thank you
 
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Hello everyone. My fridge freezer has broken down. It's ancient and honestly doesn't owe me a penny. So, I need to replace it.
The trouble is, my kitchen is upstairs.It's a converted cottage and my bedroom is downstairs. Living room and kitchenette upstairs.
I will need to order online because I've had back problems and struggle with pain and mobility.
Does anyone know of a firm - like John Lewis for example who will carry it upstairs for me and remove / dispose of the old one ?
I'm really stressing about it. Anxiety is a witch.
Thank you
Hi there! Sorry for your troubles, I get so anxious about all these things too. Most of the appliance providers will deliver to the kitchen and remove the old appliance. They might just charge at extra few quid with it. Harvey Norman did it for me!
 
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Hello everyone. My fridge freezer has broken down. It's ancient and honestly doesn't owe me a penny. So, I need to replace it.
The trouble is, my kitchen is upstairs.It's a converted cottage and my bedroom is downstairs. Living room and kitchenette upstairs.
I will need to order online because I've had back problems and struggle with pain and mobility.
Does anyone know of a firm - like John Lewis for example who will carry it upstairs for me and remove / dispose of the old one ?
I'm really stressing about it. Anxiety is a witch.
Thank you
I like AO.com - they will deliver and dispose
 
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Another vote for AO, they will deliver and install as part of the service.
It's the stairs that are worrying me. I bought a chair last year from a local firm and despite knowing about the stairs, refused delivery and just went away.
 
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It's the stairs that are worrying me. I bought a chair last year from a local firm and despite knowing about the stairs, refused delivery and just went away.
I’ve been to Reddit for you! A lot of people recommended Appliance Online and their help section says they deliver up steps and remove old appliance. Maybe call before ordering to confirm etc.
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I will keep looking. I've got plenty of tins in/noodles which could do with eating up.
Will phone local stores when I collect my thoughts x
I don't know if it happens to anyone else but it things can go wrong they tend to do so for me.
 
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I will keep looking. I've got plenty of tins in/noodles which could do with eating up.
Will phone local stores when I collect my thoughts x
I don't know if it happens to anyone else but it things can go wrong they tend to do so for me.
Did you see my post just above yours? I think ao.com should work (if it delivers to your area). I know how overwhelming all of this feels. I’m so much better at other peoples problems!
 
Did you see my post just above yours? I think ao.com should work (if it delivers to your area). I know how overwhelming all of this feels. I’m so much better at other peoples problems!
I'm looking now. Thank you.
I'm the same ! It's maddening.
 
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Going to try ao.com. There is a contact number to speak to someone ! ( faints)
 
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Going to try ao.com. There is a contact number to speak to someone ! ( faints)
If you have a Google of "do AO deliver upstairs", there are quite a few Reddit posts with people discussing that they do. :) Always worth a phone call to reassure you though. Alternatively, maybe a local, non-chain company where you could visit the showroom in person?
 
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