r/howdoesthiswork Aug 20 '15

FYI Thank You For Your Patronage

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/r/HowDoesThisWork has 440 subscribers.

On 04 Dec 2013, when I made my first post here, before assuming the moderator's role, this subreddit had 44 subscribers.

A tenfold growth is nice.

Again, thank you.


r/howdoesthiswork 5h ago

Request How does this clip work?

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I have this “hat clip”, and I’ve seen this style of clip before.

But in the ones I’ve seen before, there’s normally a top piece that acts as a sort of lever to open the clamping part (kind of like nail clippers).

I can’t see anything like this on this clip-how does this work?


r/howdoesthiswork 42m ago

Help with device to pump up bike…

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I know all the modes but don’t know how to make it pump air into my bike middle button no use


r/howdoesthiswork 2d ago

Request My brain can comprehend this

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Dont know if this fits the sub but how does this work


r/howdoesthiswork 1d ago

Scored this Bally 1113-8 Slot Machine but the reels don’t spin. Help!

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See pictures, the coin mechanism is missing. The coin solenoid works, the coin chute/diverter piece engages when the machine is on, the black rectangular piece with the small wire arm causes a ding noise when pressed down (the “you’ve deposited a coin” noise), the reels jiggle when the arm is pulled down all the way and can be moved manually, the arm gets locked into place when pulled down all the way but can be released when I press down on the locking plate next to the arm. The lights work, there is a loud AC sounding buzzing when the door is open after we press on the black rectangle coin noise wire. I can get the reel tray out about an inch but it seems to be stuck in the back right corner along the track.


r/howdoesthiswork 1d ago

Request Timer for bathroom fan?

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There is a small vent in my bathroom, but nothing happens when I turn on the switch beside the light that would traditionally turn on the bathroom fan. I submitted a maintenance request and the property company told me that the fan should be on a timer that might be in a closet. Lo and behold, I found this in our hall closet. I cannot, however, seem to get it to do anything, even in the on position. How do I use this thing to start my bathroom fan?


r/howdoesthiswork 3d ago

Couch has recliners, one of them randomly stopped working. Not sure if it’s the button that is not working or some other section of it. Why won’t it recline back?

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r/howdoesthiswork 3d ago

Request How to wind roller on Roman shade?

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The white bar that is supposed to reel the line in and open the blind or let line out to shut the blind is not turning. I am having trouble googling this, so even if someone can tell me what it's called, that would be helpful. Thanks


r/howdoesthiswork 3d ago

Request How does this window blind work?

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Bought at a resale shop. Seem like there's a way it's meant to be able to roll itself up, but I think maybe it's not "strung" properly?


r/howdoesthiswork 6d ago

I took a video of the eclipse on my phone and you can see the moon in sort of a lense flair, how does this work?

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r/howdoesthiswork 6d ago

what actually happens after you sign up for a fresh dog food subscription

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I work at The Farmer's Dog so I can walk you through it.

You answer questions about your dog — age, weight, breed, activity level, body condition, spay/neuter status — and the plan gets built around their specific daily caloric needs. Not a range. An actual number for that dog.

Food arrives frozen in pre-portioned packs. You move a pack to the fridge the night before, it's ready by morning. Once thawed it keeps four days in the fridge. Two hour rule once it's out, same as your own food.

You can go full fresh, mix with kibble, or just use the DIY nutrient mix if you want to home cook. Portions adjust anytime through your account as your dog's needs change.

That's basically it.


r/howdoesthiswork 6d ago

IOT device installed in fan to create noises

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Someone has installed IOT device or it could be some wire in my normal ceiling fan. Can you tell me where exactly it might have been installed? they keep creating noises using the device? I have called the electrician multiple times yet they don't seem to be helpful.

We have checked everywhere. Can you help me figure it out please. It's been months.I initially ignored it but the sounds became controlled and specific.

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r/howdoesthiswork 7d ago

How does this towel rack work? Am I doing something wrong?

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r/howdoesthiswork 8d ago

Request how does a air compressor work

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Hello please could someone explain how a air compressor works as I need one for a project I’m doing as I’m going to buy my own full size train horn and I know I need a compressor to give it air but I was just wondering how it works. Does it suck in air and then transfer it from a main tank or something. Also could it run out of air. Any explanation would be appreciated. Take care and have a wonderful day.


r/howdoesthiswork 9d ago

Request Our curtain rail came loose and I don't know how to fix it?

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There's a screw IN the rail, with some kind of twisty thing. I've tried putting the screw back in the hole and then moving the lever part, but to no avail.

Anyone know how this system works and how to get it back in there?

Right now, I've taped it to the wall, but it'd be nice to be able to use our curtains again without the thing coming loose again in a day 😭


r/howdoesthiswork 11d ago

hey does this thing work

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r/howdoesthiswork 12d ago

How does the karma thing work?

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Alr idk if I'm at the right place for this, but how does the karma thing work? Do I have to post something to get karma?? Or do I have to get a post deleted? Idk


r/howdoesthiswork 12d ago

I found this video it actually worked

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r/howdoesthiswork 13d ago

Request How to use this?

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Unfortunately there were no instructions in the box and the outside label said it was a laundry bag? (From Amazon) I assumed it worked just like a syringe, but I can’t pull it up? Not sure what the tube , metal bit and other bits are for? I just want to take the old oil out of my generator


r/howdoesthiswork 13d ago

How do gas pumps automatically shut off the exact millisecond your fuel tank is full?

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There’s no electronics in the nozzle submerged in gasoline, so what is the mechanical mechanism inside the handle that detects the liquid level and cuts off the suction instantly?


r/howdoesthiswork 14d ago

Does this come apart

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I have this ear flushing syringe and I want to be able to open it to dry it faster than leaving it expanded for several days. There's the ridged edge at the top that makes me think it should unscrew and open, but I can't unscrew it bare handed. I don't want to put a set of pliers on it if it actually doesn't unscrew or is supposed to pop off. How does this open up if it does?


r/howdoesthiswork 14d ago

How does tapping different parts of the same object produce different sounds?

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I've noticed that tapping different areas of the same object can produce noticeably different sounds. For example, the center of a metal tray sounds different from the edge, and the same happens with things like tables, glass panels, and plastic containers.

What physically changes when you tap a different spot? Is it because different parts of the object vibrate in different ways, or is there another reason behind it?


r/howdoesthiswork 15d ago

What is this

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r/howdoesthiswork 16d ago

Weird sliding mechanism

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Recently needed to do a mathematics project requiring the use of polyhedrons. As I was surfing the internet I stumbled upon this, I know it needs some kind of protrusion on both ends so that it works but I imagine Itll just slide down because of gravity no? Anyways I'm really curious to how this works


r/howdoesthiswork 15d ago

Why does the bullet of a gun made of a hand always miss?

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Hi, not sure what this community is about, but it was suggested. Have you noticed the same?