Bob's Apple-Stealing Varmint Was a Nearsighted Nuisance

DN Staff

October 6, 2003

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Bob's Apple-Stealing Varmint Was a Nearsighted Nuisance

Tired of marauding wildlife munching on his mums, Bob Forman designed a simple motion detector device that automatically triggers a sprinkler system when unwelcome visitors stray over his property line. Not only does the dog across the street get an occasional dousing, but also Forman's lawn and garden stay well-watered. The device works effectively on small children and door-to-door salesmen too!

AUTOMATIC VARMINT REPELLER PARTS

Amt

Part Description

Allied Part #

1

16-24V door bell transformer

836-6190

1

Outdoor electrical cord

876-5120

1

5.5- inch outdoor electrical box

500-8100

Misc

Wire nuts

534-0010

Additional parts required: Wood base, galvanized pipe flange, PVC pipe, solenoid valve, motion detector, plastic impulse sprinkler, hose adapter. For complete parts list and build instructions, go to www.designnews.com and click on Gadget Freak.

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