{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/11\/Test-a-Heating-Element-Step-10.jpg\/v4-460px-Test-a-Heating-Element-Step-10.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/11\/Test-a-Heating-Element-Step-10.jpg\/aid241792-v4-728px-Test-a-Heating-Element-Step-10.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Disconnect the water heater from power source.  If it has a disconnectable plug, unplug it. If it does not have a plug, disconnect power by turning off the power breaker or removing the fuse. Locate the water valve at the bottom of the water heater. Attach a garden hose to the emptying valve and turn the valve using a wrench. You will notice a relief valve near the top of the water heater, you can flip the handle up to open it. By doing this it will allow air into the tank causing the water to flow out more quickly. Locate the heating element.

Summary: Drain the water from the water heater. Wait for the tank to fully empty. Remove the electrical wires leading to the heating element.


It's best of the fabric matches the fabric of your dress. If you can't find any, consider using a contrasting color instead. Your dress does not need to have a modesty panel. Whether you choose to include one is entirely up to you! Turn your dress so that the back is visible, and flatten it. You will have a large gap between the left and right looped edges. Measure across the top and bottom of the gap, adding 2½ inches (6.35 centimeters) to each measurement. Next, measure from the top of the gap straight down to the bottom, then add 1¼ inches (3.2 centimeters) to the measurement. Draw an upside-down trapezoid based on those measurements. Fold your material in half, with the right sides facing in. Pin your template to the material, with the top edge aligned with the fold. Cut the pattern out. You don't need to add seam allowances, because it already includes them. Fold the panel in half with the right sides facing in. Sew along the two side edges using a ¼-inch (0.64-centimeter) seam allowance. Cut a sheet of heavy interfacing that's ¼ inch (0.64 centimeters) smaller than your panel on all sides. Iron it to the lining side of the panel following the instructions on the package. If you need to, use a pencil or a knitting needle to help push out the corners and seams so that they are nice and sharp. Fold the bottom raw edges in by ¼ inch (0.64 centimeters) first, then pin them in place. Press the modesty panel flat using a heat setting on your iron that is suitable for the material you are using. Sew the bottom shut using a ladder stitch, removing the pins as you sew. You can also secure the panel with snaps instead so that you can remove it if you prefer a backless dress.

Summary: Buy fabric for the modesty panel. Make the pattern. Transfer your pattern to the material, and cut it out. Sew the modesty panel. Add heavy interfacing to the lining side. Clip the corners, then turn the panel right-side-out. Press the panel flat, then sew up the bottom. Attach the panel to the left edge of your dress opening.


When you see an ad that says, “Earn thousands of dollars from your comfy couch,” “Want to work in your pajamas?” or “Set your own hours working at-home,” be cautious. If it seems too good to be true, then it probably is. Research the company before you apply to make sure it’s legitimate. Other common signs of a scam include:  Claims that there’s no special experience or skill needed for the job Offers of large amounts of pay for little work Requests for upfront payment from you in exchange for training, certification, or work materials Many online news sources and career-building websites compile lists of reputable at-home job sources. These websites can be found through basic internet searches. Just be sure to avoid websites for services you’ve never heard of before. Check out sources such as Forbes, FlexJobs, Glassdoor, and the Better Business Bureau for information about legitimate work-at-home opportunities. When you think of working at home, you might jump straight to things like freelance writing or web design. However, the range of jobs you can do from home might be wider and more variable than you think. Explore a variety of different options based on your unique knowledge, skills, and experience. For example:  Jobs that require a lot of typing or editing can be great work for at-home workers. Think about becoming a medical or legal transcriptionist. Similarly, positions that require help with schedules, like personal assistant or receptionist work, can be done online and over the phone. Pay for virtual assistants can range from $15 an hour to over $100 an hour.  Do you speak more than one language? Many websites build content in multiple languages and look for people who can edit their multilingual content. Do you have great people skills and know a lot about traveling? Consider being a travel agent from the comfort of your own home. Many booking companies hire at-home workers to answer phone calls and work with customers online. Think about the skills you need to work at home. Just like with any job, emphasize the skills in the job ad that apply to you best. Then focus on what makes an efficient employee who works from home. Emphasize your organizational skills and your ability to self-motivate as well what elements of your home lend themselves to occupational success. For example:  Do you have dedicated space to work from home? Do you have a phone and internet access? Are you good at working under pressure and meeting deadlines? Can you work well without a lot of supervision?

Summary: Watch out for offers that seem too good to be true. Check reputable news sources and career websites for leads on jobs. Brainstorm ways to use your special skills for at-home work. Show off your special skills to potential employers.


You don’t have to confront a bully if you don’t feel safe. But if you feel comfortable, make sure that you are facing them. Stand with good posture—making yourself as tall as possible. Look them directly in the eyes to communicate confidence. Once you have their attention, communicate clearly to the person who’s bullying and simply tell them to stop. Make sure that your voice is assertive yet calm and collected.   You can simply say, "What you're doing isn't cool. Please stop." Or you could say, "I don't like how you're treating my friend. Stop." Avoid yelling or retaliating. You don’t want to hurt a bully’s feelings. Most bullies are struggling themselves, so treat them with respect. If you’re witnessing cyberbullying, you can send the bully a private message that says you know what's going on and they need to stop.
Summary: Use confident body language when addressing someone who’s bullying. Tell the bully to stop.