Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Reattach the drain plug to the base of the tank. Pour new pool silica sand into the tank. Fill the tank with water up to the level of the sand. Lubricate the O-ring on the valve with a multipurpose lubricant. Reattach the multiport valve. Screw the collar and pipes back in place.

Answer: Before adding any new sand to the tank, you’ll need to reattach the drain plug. Screw it back in place at the base of the tank, making sure to tighten it in order to prevent leaks. Position one corner of a bag of pool-grade silica filter sand over the mouth of the tank. Make a small cut in the corner of the bag to allow sand to slowly fall into the tank. Work slowly and carefully to prevent any sand from spilling. Repeat until you have added the amount of sand needed for your filter.  If you are worried about damaging the components on the inside of the tank, add a little bit of water to the bottom of the tank before pouring in the new sand. This will cushion the sand as it is added but may misalign the standpipe.  As you add sand, make sure the standpipe in the center of the tank stays right in the middle and at the right height. It will need to reattach to the base of the multiport valve when you are finished, so you can line the two up to check if you’re unsure.  The amount of sand needed will vary between pool filters. Check for stickers along the side of the tank or in your tank’s manual to find out how much your tank needs to operate. Use a garden hose to add water to the tank until it just begins to cover the sand. This will give the tank enough water to clean the sand and get the pump functional before you start filtering your pool water. Locate the rubber “O-ring” around the top of the multiport valve where it will form a seal with the mouth of the tank. Apply a small amount of lube to your finger and rub it around the O-ring. This will make reattaching the valve to the tank easier, as well as conditioning the rubber seal. If the O-ring is damaged, you might need to replace it rather than just lubricating it. These should be available from hardware and pool supply stores in the size you need. Remove the tape or plug from the top of the standpipe and position the multiport valve over it. Carefully connect the opening in the valve to the top of the pipe, and firmly push the valve into the top of the tank. Wiggle it around slightly as you push it into place to make sure it is secure. Position the collar around the edge of the multiport valve and use the two bolts to tighten it into place. As you do so, alternate between bolts to ensure the pressure is equally distributed around the collar. Reattach the pipes and screw the unions on as tightly as you can to prevent leaks.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Leave your work at the office. Exercise regularly. . Get seven to nine hours of sleep a night. Find something engaging to do outside of work. Laugh every day.

Answer: Although some professions, such as school teachers, require work after hours, you should make a conscious effort to separate your work from your home life. Ignore work emails and calls, and if you have to work outside of the office, designate specific times meant for that purpose, and don't carry your work beyond that. If you telecommute or work from home, it is still important to leave work to certain hours of the day. Turn off your computer or forward work calls to your voicemail outside of the office hours you designate for yourself. Health professionals suggest you should get at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at least four times a week. Exercise not only helps keep you healthy, it boosts endorphins and helps your brain focus, both of which can relieve stress.  For stress relief purposes, the exercise can be moderate rather than intense. Sign up for a class, join an intramural team, or go for a daily power-walk or jog. The important part is to get yourself moving. Many people find yoga to be a relaxing balance of exercise and meditation. Restorative yoga, in particular, focuses on relaxation and proper posture over intense exercise. Look for a class or a yoga group at a gym or community center near you. at a nutritious, balanced diet. Your brain needs proper nutrition, including amino acids from protein-rich foods, to keep you focused throughout the day. Plan your snacks and meals ahead of time, so that you have the fuel you need to do your work. Pack your lunches and snacks in advance to help you avoid giving into cravings by ordering unhealthy food.  Eat or snack before you have any large tasks to accomplish. It is not a good idea to go into a presentation, meeting or important phone call with a completely empty stomach. Your body responds to a balance of proteins, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats in ways that can help you focus and keep you full throughout the day. You should dedicate around eight hours of your night to sleep. Count in one hour for relaxing and unplugging your devices before going to bed and one hour to wake up. It is important to disengage from work completely before bed. Make sure to schedule some time to be completely work-free, or work stress could prevent you from getting quality sleep. Some studies have shown that spending time on volunteering or otherwise working on self improvement can directly reduce stress. Look at volunteer organizations and service groups in your community to find something you care about, or consider taking a class to continue your education or learn a new skill.  You may opt to take an affordable class at a local community college, or you could look at learning a new skill such as coding or a language with a free online service. Check with local food pantries, pet shelters, community centers, and other volunteer-based organizations to see who needs help in your area. Alternatively, many organizations look for remote volunteers with special skills to help with online projects. Laughter has been found to increase your endorphins, stimulate your muscles, and help soothe the stress response. Look for a book, TV show, podcast, image, or anything else that will help you find something to laugh at on a daily basis.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Buy all of the necessary supplies. Purchase some how-to drawing books.

Answer: Drawing pencils, erasers, sketchbook, pastels, paint, an easel... whatever you think you will need for your area of expertise. New supplies and mediums can be encouraging. Try beginner sets of artist grade supplies, because they are often easier to use than the cheaper, student grade supplies.  Begin with an inexpensive sketchbook with lots of pages, and a sketching set that includes kneaded putty eraser and different grades of graphite pencils. It may also include charcoal pencils, charcoal sticks, graphite sticks and brown, gray, or reddish sketching sticks. All these tools are useful, and the supplies are cheaper in bundled sets than bought individually. "H" and 2H, 4H, etc are "hard" pencils that sharpen to a fine point, and give a very light mark, easily covered by paint or inking. They're for design. "F" is a "fine" pencil, a little harder than an HB, which is a normal No. 2 pencil, and middle hardness. "B" means black, and each successive degree of B pencil is softer, blacker, and smudgier. 2B is a good sketch pencil, 4B is a great one that gives good shading, and 6B or higher is almost like using charcoal, for ease of smudging and shading. This includes books on specific subjects, like how to draw animals, how to draw horses, how to draw seascapes, etc. Whatever you like most or get interested in. Try to accomplish at least one drawing a day. You can even frame them and put them up on your walls, to inspire you to keep going through the next day. You can also check out drawing books from your local library, and find out which one inspires you the most before buying it. Work through each of the exercises in turn, rather than trying to do everything in the book at once.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Leave your dog with the right toys while you’re away. Try puzzle feeders to mentally stimulate your dog. Provide your dog with the right environment. Train your dog Rotate toys. Give your dog chew sticks.

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The most common time of the day that your dog is likely to be destructive is when you’re away at work or out doing things away from the house. Your dog can feel lonely, isolated, or unloved. Be sure to affirm your dog before leaving by giving him plenty of attention,  playing a game of catch, or taking him on a walk. Dogs tend not to play with toys without the owner there. Leave the dog a Kong, or a chew toy stuffed with food, so that it gets his attention. You could also give the dog a cardboard box with a chew toy inside, so he has to chew his way into the toy. Your dog needs mental as well as physical stimulation, and puzzle feeders are a great way to accomplish this. There are tons of toys on the market that encourage dogs to use their brains to unlock hidden treats, but you can also make a puzzle feeder at home. Put treats in an empty muffin tin and then place tennis balls on top. Your dog must figure out how to get the balls out of the way so he can access the treats. This is a good beginner game, and you can work up to more difficult puzzles, such as those with sliding pieces. You can also play games that will keep your dog mentally stimulated, such as hiding toys or treats around the house or in cardboard boxes. Notice if your dog seems to get more wound up when there is a lot of stimulation, such as the television being on or sounds from another room. If this seems to be the case, turn the television down lower and close any doors where sound can impact her negatively. However, if she seems to like the sound and even seems comforted by it, consider leaving the radio or television on while you are gone at work. This might help with your dog’s separation anxiety. . Training your dog to "Sit," "Come," "Lay," "Wait," and so on not only teaches him good manners, it also provides great mental stimulation. Try an obedience class to help you teach him the basics and work on training in short sessions every day. If your dog already knows the basics, step up your training with more challenging tricks, like rolling over or playing dead. Don’t always have the same old toys out. Dogs will tire of a new toy very quickly. Make sure you hide all of his toys in a closet and only allow two or three to be out at a time. When you switch the toys around, your dog will be entertained more and he'll think it’s a treat when he gets an old toy to play with that’s been hidden away. As an added incentive, this will prevent you from spending more money on new toys. This will stop them from chewing on other things. Chew toys made of rawhide and other organic matter are not intended to be durable or permanent. Pieces of these toys chip off; the size of the pieces can vary depending upon your dog’s size and enthusiasm. Such pieces can be sharp and can cause serious damage to your dog’s mouth, throat, and digestive tract.  Never give rawhide chews to an unsupervised dog, as the may choke. Don't leave the chew toy laying out all the time. Take it away when not needed so the dog doesn't become bored with it.