Vigo - 12th October 2024

On our second event at Vigo we had several electrical items as expected.

First for attention was a vacuum cleaner which turned out to have a broken cable so no power reached the machine.  Luckily the damaged section was near the plug so it was cut off and a new plug fitted.  Then it was safety checked with our PAT tester.

One of our sewing experts brought back a teddy bear that had been worked on at home after our last Vigo visit.

Also returning from a bit of "homework" was a battery powered horse racing game.  The motor needed lubricating and it required new drive bands.  The fun was back.

A sewing machine had a faulty foot pedal.  This was returned to service with a temporary repair and safety test.  A new component will be obtained to effect a permanent repair.

In addition we fixed a broken radio aerial, ascertained that a coffee machine required a deep clean of its filter and mended the switch of a solar-powered lamp.

We're also very happy to report that a local Vigo couple have volunteered to help in future - a seamstress and a potential knackler.  (Click to see what a knackler is.)

Tea, coffee and biscuits were on hand competently managed by Thomas and one member donated some herbs in pots for visitors to help themselves.  Also present were the ladies making emergency blankets from crisp packets - how clever.

Lastly, not to forget, we had generous donations to our funds from grateful visitors.  It's appreciated since we have to meet hall rental and materials costs.