| How to Video Chat on Facebook Posted: 24 Aug 2016 05:00 PM PDT Ready to take your Facebook chatting experience to the next level? You can video chat with your friends on Facebook for free using either the Facebook website or the Messenger app. Video chatting doesn't require any additional software, but only some browsers are supported if you're chatting from your computer. EditUsing Messenger on your Mobile Device - Open a conversation with the person you want to video chat with. Make sure to open a conversation with a single person. You cannot currently start a video chat with a group.
- Tap the video chat button at the top of the conversation. This will begin calling the other person.
- If the button is grayed out or not there, the other person is not able to receive video calls at this time.
- Wait for the other person to pick up. The recipient will be notified that they are receiving a video call. They'll be able to answer using Messenger or the Facebook website and a webcam.
- Press the camera swap button to switch between the front and rear cameras. Tap this button during the video chat to switch what camera Messenger displays.
EditUsing the Facebook Website - Connect a webcam to your computer (if necessary). If your computer doesn't have a webcam connected, you'll need to install one before you can video chat.
- Open the Chat menu on the Facebook website. Click the Chat menu in the lower-right corner to open the Chat menu if it isn't open already.
- You'll need to use Chrome, Firefox, or Opera. Video calling is not supported in Internet Explorer, Safari, or Edge.[1]
- Select the person you want to video chat with. You can select people you commonly chat with in the list, or you can search through all of your friends by typing the name into the field at the bottom of the list.
- Facebook currently only supports chats with a single person at a time. Group video chats may be added in the future.
- Click the video chat button. The button looks like a silhouette of video camera. A new window will appear for the video chat.
- If you are not able to click the video chat button, the recipient is not able to receive video calls.
- Allow Facebook to access your webcam. The process for this will vary depending on the browser you are using. Generally you'll need to click "Allow" or "Share" to allow Facebook to access your webcam.
- Wait for the other person to pick up. The recipient will be notified either through the Facebook website or in their Messenger app, depending on their online status. If they choose to answer, your video chat will begin.
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| How to Light a Water Heater Posted: 24 Aug 2016 09:00 AM PDT If you live in a home with a gas water heater and notice cold water coming from your hot water faucet, there's a good chance your pilot light has gone out. Don't worry: in most cases, you can relight a pilot without calling in a professional, and you'll have hot water again in a few hours' time. While having your heater's instruction manual around is handy, it's not entirely necessary, as most gas water heaters require a similar procedure for relighting the pilot light. EditAssessing the Situation - Check the pilot light. You will probably need to remove a small panel, called an access panel, at the bottom of the tank in order to see whether the pilot light is actually out. If you do not see a small flame burning, then your pilot light has gone out.
- If you have a newer water heater, it is possible that your panel is not removable and that you view your pilot light through glass. In this case, if you cannot see a flame burning through the glass, then your pilot light is out.
- Make sure there is no leaking gas. You should never try to reignite your pilot if there is gas leaking from your water heater, as this is extremely dangerous to both you and your home. Before attempting to relight the pilot, do a simple smell test to check for leakage.[1]
- Stand next to your water heater and see if you detect any unusual smells. Then kneel down and sniff near any valves on the front and side of the tank. Natural gas is odorless by nature, but gas companies add a substance called mercaptan to it to make it detectable to humans. Leaking gas smells like sulfur or rotten eggs.[2]
- If you smell gas in either of these places (even a faint smell), do not attempt to relight the pilot. Leave the area of the water heater and call your gas company immediately; they will tell you how to proceed.
- Also listen for a hissing sound near the water heater, as this is a sign of a gas leak.[3]
- Check inside the door panel of your water heater for instructions. Specific instruction of details for your individual model may be listed here, and they may help guide you in the process of relighting the pilot for your specific water heater.
EditPreparing to Relight the Pilot - Set the temperature control setting to the lowest temperature. This is typically located on the front of a box found on the outside of the water heater.
- Locate the regulator valve. This valve is usually located on the same box as the temperature control, only it's likely on top of the box; it regulates gas flow to the pilot burner beneath the hot water tank.[4]
- Turn the knob to the "Off" position. After turning the knob off, wait 10 minutes before proceeding to allow any residual gas from the tank to clear from the air. Safety is key![5]
- Determine what style of water heater you have. There are two basic styles of gas hot water heaters, "new" and "old." Old style heaters will require you to use your own flame to relight the pilot, while new style tanks come equipped with a pilot light igniter.[6]
- The exact look of the buttons on new style tanks may vary, but many have a red igniter button set a few inches away from the temperature and regulator valves.
- Collect any necessary lighting materials. If you have an old style water heater, you will need to find a long reach "wand" lighter or fireplace matches to relight the pilot.
- Do not attempt to relight a pilot with a regular matchstick or a small cigarette lighter, as this will require placing your fingers in a small, tight space too close to the open flame and put you in danger of getting burned.
- Find the pilot. The pilot is located at the end of the small silver tube that comes out the control valve. You may need to use a flashlight to see this area clearly.
EditRelighting the Pilot Light - Turn the gas valve to the "Pilot" setting and push down on it. Doing this starts the flow of gas into the tube that supplies the pilot light.
- If your water heater's gas valve does not push down, look for a red control button near the valve. Hold this button down.
- Light the pilot burner. While holding down the pilot gas valve or the red button with one hand, you will use your other hand to quickly light the pilot.
- If you have a new style water tank with a built-in ignition switch, press this button. You should hear a clicking noise until the pilot burner lights.[7] If you have an old style heater, apply your wand lighter/match to the pilot burner.
- Because you will be using one hand to depress the valve/red button and one hand to light the pilot, you may need someone to hold a flashlight for you if extra light is needed. Try to ask someone for help in advance so that you don't get halfway through the process, then have to stop because you are unable to see what you're doing.
- Continue holding down the gas valve or control button for 1 minute after the pilot light has been lit. This will heat the thermocouple, which is a sensor that shuts the gas off when the pilot is out.[8]
- Release the valve knob/control button. After a minute, release the valve and control button to see whether the pilot light remains lit.
- Replace the access panels. If the pilot light has remained lit, put the access panel back into place (if you had to remove it initially) so that no flame can escape into your home.
- Reignite the main burner. Turn the main gas valve back "On" and adjust the temperature control to your desired setting. The main burner under the tank should light and begin heating the water in the tank.[9]
- Set the thermostat to your desired temperature. Be sure not to make it too hot, as you could inadvertently scald your hands or body while washing or bathing. 49 C (120 F) is the temperature recommended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.[10]
- If this process does not work, make sure the base of the pilot light is not dirty or clogged. If it is, clean it and attempt this process again after 10-15 min. You can also try holding the valve/control button 30-45 seconds longer after igniting the pilot light.
- Low gas pressure or a malfunctioning gas valve may also be to blame if this process doesn't work. Contact an appliance repair person, a plumber, or your gas company if you are unable to light the water heater after several attempts.
- If the pilot light doesn't relight or goes out immediately after relighting, you may have a bad thermocouple. The thermocouple extends from the temperature control into the flame area of the pilot light. They are relatively cheap, and you can install one yourself.[11]
- If you smell gas anywhere in your house, call your gas company immediately. Even a "little bit of gas" is too much.
- Do not turn the gas valve back on until you have replaced the access panels. Doing so could cause a flame to come out of the water heater.
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| How to Counter Sue Posted: 24 Aug 2016 01:00 AM PDT When a plaintiff sues you for money or the return of property, you can defend yourself in civil court. You have another legal remedy if the plaintiff is actually at fault. You can counter sue. Countersuing involves suing the plaintiff while his or her case is still pending against you by filing a "counterclaim." EditSample Answer and Counterclaim EditUnderstanding a Counterclaim - Learn the purpose of a counterclaim. A counterclaim is a claim against the party that originally instituted an action against you. In some states, a counterclaim is called a "cross-complaint." Under the federal rules, you can file a counterclaim against your opponent for any claim that you have against them, whether or not the claim relates to the lawsuit filed against you. If the claim that you have against the opposing party arises from the same event or action for which they are suing you, you must file a counterclaim. You will otherwise waive your right to sue them in the future.
- For example, say someone with whom you were in a car accident decides to sue you. If you believe that the car accident was actually their fault, you must assert a counterclaim against them. You cannot sue them at a later date.
- The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure govern counterclaims in federal court.
- If the lawsuit is in state court, the state rules of civil procedure for your state probably govern the proceedings. However, most states have adopted rules that are very similar to the federal rules.
- Understand when to file a counterclaim. Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, you usually have 21 days from the day you receive your summons and complaint to file your answer. [1][2] Read the summons and complaint carefully. Both state and federal courts offer standardized "answer to complaint" forms for the respective jurisdiction. These forms usually have space to introduce a counterclaim. You should file your counterclaim with the answer to complaint if possible.[3] If you need more time to file, you may file a motion with the court asking for more time.
- For instance, you can find instruction for the Southern District of New York Federal Court here and the form for the California state courts here.
- Though many states follow the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, it's not mandatory. Ensure you find out how much time you have to file in your state. Failing to file an answer or counterclaim on time may result in a default judgment hearing and potentially a default judgment against you.
- The court can grant your motion for "good cause," which is left to the discretion of the judge who is handling your case.
- A lawyer is your best option for determining the validity of the counterclaims you wish to bring against the person suing you.[4]
- File your counterclaim after you have answered the complaint only in situations where the counterclaim arises after the initial filing. Your counterclaim against the opposing party may not arise or become apparent to you until after you have already answered the complaint. In this case, the court may permit you to file a supplemental pleading asserting a counterclaim that matured after serving an earlier pleading.[5]
EditPreparing Your Countersuit - Look up the elements of the action that you wish to use. Your counterclaim will require the specific statutes from your state's civil code that you wish to use as grounds for your counterclaim. You can find this information by looking in your state's civil code, searching online for common law principles, or calling the clerk of court to ask. You should also consider talking to and hiring an attorney. Correctly filing your counterclaim is very important to your case, because the opposing side could attempt to get it thrown out of court. Having an attorney write your counterclaim for you will insure that it appears in the correct format and contains all of the necessary elements.
- The opposing side can use statements you make in both your answer and counterclaim against you in ways you might not anticipate.[6] An attorney will not only file the counterclaim correctly but ensure the proper wording of all claims as well.
- Prepare a counterclaim form. Many states offer a standardized counterclaim form that you can use to file. You can also search online for examples of counterclaims that others have previously filed. If you are not using a form, make sure you identify the party and what you allege that they did wrong.
- Put the facts of the occurrence in your counterclaim. Be as specific as possible. Usually, you will number the allegations you have against the opposing party and include your facts that way.[7]
- File your counterclaim. Give the clerk of courts a copy of your complaint at the same location where the plaintiff filed the original complaint. You may file the counterclaim at the same time you file your answer.[8]
- Make sure that you keep a copy of the counterclaim for you records.
- Pay the filing fee. The filing fee will vary depending on the court where the plaintiff filed the lawsuit. You can call ahead or look online to determine the fee for your specific court.
- Serve the opposing party's attorney. Once you have filed your counterclaim, you need to give a copy of it to the opposing party. The party will have to file an answer the same way you did. If the opposing party is represented by counsel, you may serve a copy of the counterclaim to the opposing party's counsel.
- You or your attorney can simply call the attorney for the opposing party and ask them if they will accept service for their client. If they say yes, there is no need to serve the opposing party.
- Serve an unrepresented opposing party. If the opposing party is unrepresented, you must serve the counterclaim by a different method. As a party to the lawsuit, you cannot personally serve the opposing party. You must confirm the appropriate ways to serve an answer and counterclaim under your state's laws. Options include:
- Certified or first class mail. To serve by certified or first class mail, tell the clerk that you would like to serve this way, and pay a small fee, usually around $10. Remember, you cannot mail a copy of the counterclaim to the defendant yourself.[9]
- Personal service. A personal service means that someone will hand a copy of the counterclaim to the opposing party in the suit. Usually, the sheriff's department in the county where you file the counterclaim will personally serve the defendant for a small fee. When you file, tell the court that you want "sheriff service" and the clerk will facilitate the service.
- You can also hire a private "process server" from a legal services company, and that person will serve the opposing party.
- This article is for information purposes only. Filing a counterclaim can be complicated. Do not hesitate to seek legal counsel.
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