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All I was suggesting was that these discussions will have to be repeated at the AGM so it would make sense to raise them there. Ok, I understand your point but that was certainly not what I meant. I was simply suggesting that it would be nice if, as a membership, we were generally a little more proactive in the running of the club. Maybe I'm just lamenting the way things have changed. It used to be for socials for example different people would organise different events and it happened 'organically'. Now maybe because we were forced to have designated committee members some of that shared responsibility we had has gone. Maybe people feel that that can't get involved because there are labelled roles. I don't know, but it looks like we should have plenty to discuss at the AGM for a change (which is hopefully a good thing).

As a long time member and as someone who probably has a better insight to what goes on within the committee without actually being involved I would like to make a couple of points. Though I do also feel that opionions and proposals would be better suited to discussions at the AGM itself (which is surely the point of the meeting). Firstly, though I agree there needs to be better transparency this has largely been down to us as members. There has been very little interest from anyone in the running of the club until now. AGM attendance has been down with very little interest/feedback from members. Calls for help, support, new or replacement committee members have resulted in very little interest from members (I know myself I wouldn't want to do it). I certainly agree certain things have to change, such as having clearer procedures and agreements about fees but this needs to happen in a supportive manner. Remember we are a social club not a business, the isolation of the voluntary committee and (until now) lack of support /interest in what they do has already caused 2 of the committee to now give up the thankless task this month. Many of the committee have had to continue in their roles the last year, giving up vasts amount of their free time because no one was willing to replace them. Lets take stock, realise we have quickly transitioned from a group of people playing ad-hoc to a 'club', get a clearer structure and transparency but remember it's a 2 way process. Support the committee by getting involved (not just demanding), let's help this club to get better by looking forward (not backwards) and remember ..we're all friends. Peace out.

Hi Michelle, Laura and Fiona please. They're too lazy to it themselves!

Obviously I'm in. Ed (My poker face )

Count me in too...

Didn't know Andrew was particularly good at raining. He is a little wet I suppose. Sorry Andrew couldn't resist. It's just because I'm still bitter about losing my trophy, I mean, the trophy.

Jules, that's a question I ponder myself every morning as I gaze up at the mirror above my bed and see myself, wearing nothing but a leopard print banana hammock, sprawled out on the kingsize vibrating heart shape bed with you draped across my adonis like frame.

If it's any consolation there are new people almost every week so you're never new for long!

I had Mike down as more of a sex on the beach man.

Whisky sounds good, perhaps a little whiskey aswell. Assuming we're doing the same weekend as the girlies I can't do the sat but can do the friday (23rd).

Hi Alban, The address is: Ponds Forge International Sports Centre Sheaf Street Sheffield S1 2BP More directions here Google maps here See you on tuesday P.S. Jaap/Paul/Nish sign me up too.

Everyone round Andrew's then? Light some candles and put on some Norah Jones and we'll cuddle on the sofa. You can fit 40 people on your sofa right? My suggestion is a spot of parkour/free running around sheffield.

Cool, Qwin I expect to see you on the dance floor all night! (as you've chosen at least 50% of the music hehe ) Mountain stream? It's more the Niagra Falls when those two get together!

Bran Van 3000 - Drinking in LA Good suggestions V, obviously Sir Mix-Alot has to be played!

Hi Karen, We play every tuesday at Ponds Forge 8:00-9:30pm. It's usually £4 each for the night to cover the court hire (we usually hire 8 courts). If you fancy coming along just post in the sticky "Tuesday Badminton signing up" thread above saying you'll be coming that week. If you'd like one of the 'committee' can meet you at reception beforehand, just mention that in your post. Don't worry about skill level we just play for fun and have a complete range. It's a very different atmosphere to a serious club -anyone is welcome and there is no commitment to come every week. We do have occassional coaching and good players aswell though so we can play hard when we want to! It's a great place to meet people, we generally have new people every week so you're never new for long. We usually go for a (entirely optional) drink afterward in the nearby Queens Head. We now have dedicated social secs so our socials are getting better as well. there is usually 1 decent social a month with other impromptu 'unofficial' ones often posted on this forum aswell. Anyway hope to see you soon Karen, I'll be the one jumping around the court like a clumsy gazelle. You've gotta try right.

Cheers for the advice guys. I've disconnected the pump and replaced the PCB fuse again and now it doesn't blow and I'm getting LED flashes again. Checked the power supply to the PCB anyhow and its reading as 240v. I'm guessing it's the pump then. I seem to be getting 240v across the live and neutral to the pump regardless of whether the hot water tap is on. This could be because all the water in the pipes to the taps is cold as the pump isn't working so the thermistor is telling the disconnected pump to go regardless. Found the replacement Grundfos pump on segel.co.uk I guess I'll try speaking to Gledhill technical line tomorrow morn to see if they have any alternate possibilities, but otherwise I might order a new pump (and maybe some new thermistors as I've noticed intermittant 7flash / 1flash sensor errors previously and the water temp's always been a little up and down). Thanks to the three plumbermen of the apocalypse for your advice - you've earnt that lie down Andy If you have any more thoughts I'd be happy to hear, will let you know how it ends up.

Further to this, I've found out that the 1amp fuse on the PSC board had blown, but when I replace it the board sparks and then blows the fuse. I'm guessing the board is bust then or could it be an electrical supply problem? If it's the board thats gone I could easlily fit a new one but the Gledhill website says they only sell spare parts to trade.

Hi, some great pearls of wisdom from Micky, JL and Andy on here. Was wondering if you could cast your experienced eyes over my problem. My girlfriend has a Gledhill Pulsacoil 2000 electric immersion heating system. There was no hot water this morning and after investigation I found * The pipe from the water tanks to the heat exchanger was hot, which suggests the off-peak water tank was heated correctly. * Turning on the on demand peak tank makes no difference to the tap water temp so I'm guessing it's not a tank problem. * The DHW pump is definately not moving when I turn on the hot tap, but doesn't appear to be stuck as it can be manually rotated using a screwdriver (removed the vent plug to check). * According to the manual the 'Pump Speed Control' board should have a constantly flashing red LED but that is off. * The external green control circuit light is on and the red fault light is off. I'm guessing either the PSC board is getting no power or is knackered and consequently the pump isn't pulling the hot water through the heat exchanger. Or could it be the PHE or DHW sensor? Anyone have experience with these heaters? Would appreciate any advice, quotes or suggestions who to call. Also as it is an electric heating system and the problem appears to be electrical would a plumber or an electrician be more suited? (though usually plumbers are a dab hand with electrics ) Thanks

Nish and I too please. Sat was good day out. Where were India and Norway?!

Yes the 97 or 98 go every 15-20 mins but they alternate and we can get either as they don't branch till after we get off, so should be able to get one every 10mins Here's the online timetable. Assuming the weather's ok anyone getting a bus from the city centre fancy meeting at the cathedral at 1:20pm on sat?

Have people seen the rainy weather forcast for tomorrow. Most of the rain seems to be hitting in the afternoon as well. Assuming it brightens up the most central bus stop going the right way is near the catherdral here. Should take about 15mins from that stop to the Abbeydale Road South/Dobcroft Avenue stop we want. Like Rich said the buses go every 10 mins.

Welcome back Julian, hoped you enjoyed your eating tour. mmm.... Austrian cakes with marzipan. Count in me and Nish for next tues.

I too am looking for bus advice. The nearest stop appears to be here. Though I don't know which bus it is.

Hey dude and dudettes. Due to poor organising from our spiritual leader this is a very short notice post. Bex who was a SFBC regular till she got moved to Chile for work is back in town tonight and a few of us are going for drinks. Everyone is welcome to come along, whether you ever met Bex or not, call it an unofficial social. Should be in town about 8:30-9pm If your interested post here and give me, Andrew, Nish or James a call to find out where we are. If you don't have our numbers pm me or post and I'll tell you mine In case you're can't remember bex check out her leaving do pictures: http://www.sfbc.org.uk/view_gallery/Beckys_Leaving_Do/4 (yes she's the one dressed as a chile)

Me and Nisha please.