The ringer volume affects your phone ringer, your notification sounds such as new texts and email messages, and your alarms. If you're using an iPad or iPod Touch, this will adjust the media volume instead. If you are playing a song, watching a video, or playing a game, the volume buttons will adjust the media playback volume on your device. Not all apps will show the volume indicator when you are adjusting the volume. When the switch is moved down, exposing the orange color underneath, your device will be put in silent mode. Pushing the switch up will restore volume.
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One-sentence summary -- Press the volume buttons while no media is playing to adjust the ringer volume. Press the volume buttons while media is playing to adjust the media volume. Use the switch next to your volume buttons to toggle Silent mode.


Most tanning salons have a variety of bed styles available, and each use a different method to tan your skin. Speak with a representative at the salon, and have them pick the tanning bed that will work best for your skin. If there are multiple tanning salons in your area, shop around, compare salons, and choose the one you like most. Tanning salons will also often offer discounted tans if you purchase a monthly membership. If this is your first time using a tanning bed, only schedule an appointment for a single use. This way, if you do not like the results or if you decide tanning beds are not right for you, you are not committed to paying for a membership. Low and medium pressure tanning beds emit UVB rays in a spectrum that is similar to natural sunlight. The main difference is that medium pressure tanning operates at a higher wattage, and will tan your skin faster. While low pressure tanning is considered the traditional method of tanning because of its low reflector intensity, either of these will give you a natural-looking tan. Since the lamps in low and medium pressure tanning slowly emit the UVB rays, there is a risk of getting a sunburn. If you burn easily, consider using an alternative method. High pressure tanning beds emit a higher proportion of UVA rays over UVB rays. The UVA rays will give you a deeper, longer-lasting tan that will build quickly without burning your skin. While this method is gentler on your skin, it also is usually the most expensive. If this is your first time tanning, refrain from using the high pressure tanning bed until you have become more experienced with the process. High pressure tanning builds a tan quickly, and if you are not readily familiar with the process you can easily wind up with tan lines. Since your skin is not pressing against any surfaces, you will get a more even tan and won’t have to worry about spots on your skin being missed. A vertical tanning booth is good for people who have never tanned before, or for people who are claustrophobic. If you are worried about having to flip and rotate your body inside of a tanning bed, book an appointment for a vertical tanning booth. You will get a 360 degree coverage just by standing with your arms and legs spread. You will be wearing minimal or no clothing when you use a tanning bed, so you want to make sure that the salon is reputable and maintains the cleanliness of the beds. If you see any dirt buildup on the beds, find a different place to tan.  Ask what kind of cleaner the staff uses on the beds. Traditional glass cleaner will not remove or kill bacteria. A good way to determine the reputation of a tanning salon is by checking the customer reviews online. Read how customers like the tanning service and cleanliness of the place. If there are a significant amount of negative reviews, or even a few negative reviews that unsettle you, look for a different tanning salon. The form will ask you basic questions concerning your hair, eye, and skin color, the sensitivity of your skin, and how often you tan. Salons use this form to determine the approximate time or tanning method best suited for your skin.  Note any medication you are currently taking to avoid any side effects from getting the tan.  While there are no laws against tanning if you are pregnant, tanning salons do reserve the right to turn you away. Tanning while pregnant can cause you to overheat, become dehydrated, feel ill, or even throw you into preterm labor. If you are pregnant, speak with your doctor and review the policies at the salon before booking an appointment.
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One-sentence summary -- Go to a local tanning salon and ask about the tanning options they offer. Use a low or medium pressure tanning bed to receive a natural-looking tan. Lay in a high pressure tanning bed to get a long-lasting tan. Stand in a vertical tanning booth to get a quick and even tan. Examine the cleanliness of the beds before scheduling an appointment. Fill out a skin analysis form to determine your skin type.


If your boots aren’t especially dirty, you can usually clean them easily with a damp cloth. To prevent dirtiness from building up on your boots and causing longer cleaning times, do this after each time you use your boots.  To increase the dirt fighting potential of your damp cloth, mix 1 tsp (5 ml) of dish soap with a ¼ gallon (1 L) of water. Douse your rag in this, and wipe down the boots. Wipe your boots from the top to the bottom. This way, you’re less likely to cause dirt and grime to drip onto already cleaned parts of the boots. Air drying is the best way to dry rubber boots. Wipe away the moisture from cleaning them as best you can with a clean, dry rag. Then insert wads of newspaper into each boot. Wait a few hours, then remove the wet newspaper from the boots. If the boots are still wet, repeat this process. Newspaper will not only absorb moisture in your boots, it will also help them keep their shape. If you need your boots for another excursion shortly after you’ve cleaned them, wipe away the water as best you can with a dry rag. Then aim a hair dryer set to “low” at the inside of each boot until they are dry.
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Wipe away light dirt and grime. Air dry your boots. Dry your boots quickly with a hair dryer, if necessary.