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TECHNICAL TRAINING

Ring It Out Continued

coils should show a relatively low resistance of 25-600 ohms.
Higher voltage coils will have higher resistance reading. In most cases, a reading of 500-1000 ohms or less indi-
cates a good relay or solenoid coil.
Fuses:

Fuses can look good, but still be bad. A fuse that appears to be good should be checked/confirmed with
an ohmmeter. A good fuse will read Zero Ohms.

Summary:
Continuity testing is just one of the methods used in troubleshooting electrical cir-
cuits. It can reveal open and short circuits. And, it is very useful way to “bench-test” a
variety of devices, especially fuses.
Get to know your ohmmeter, you’ll be glad you did.

Health Journey Continued

1. Wake up right when your alarm goes off: Open the blinds and get some exposure to sunlight—or better
yet, a breath of cool fresh air with a quick walk or jog.
2. Pack your lunch the night before: …and prep your breakfast, too. Setting the coffee pot, making overnight
oats or laying out your ingredients can make mornings a breeze. And start tracking how well you’re eating, too.
You can even use Sharecare to record the types of meals you’re eating.
3. Schedule your workout: Put it on your calendar if you have to!
4. Power down before bed: Turn off electronics an hour before bed. Take a warm, relaxing bath, and read a book
rather than scrolling through social media.
5. Start tracking your sleep: By doing so, you’ll notice patterns and detect potential sleep issues you’ll want to
address. You can also track sleep in the Sharecare app.

Fall is the perfect time to take advantage of change and to make specific tweaks that can help you take control of your
health. Whether it’s settling into new routines or simply taking time to focus on yourself, now’s the time to take ad-

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