Debsy-please don't be offended,but why are you bothering your pretty little head with such technical questions?
There's a simple solution-walk straight into the kitchen and set about making your man a delicious meal,warm his slippers and pour him a glass of wine-then ASK HIM FOR A SOLUTION TO YOUR PROBLEM.
Being male,he has a genetic disposition to understanding this sort of thing.
I trust that the above has helped.