HVAC Discussions

Where are they now?

If memory serves, someone posted that Paul Milligan had left Earth. Anyone remember Turtle? I rather liked the man. IIR...

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posted by cayoung61

10 comments posted 10yrs posted by cayoung61

A/C size and short cycling

I have not had a manual J done. However, based on the past 10 years experi ence with a 4 ton A/C system, I've been able...

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posted by laddborne

36 comments posted 10yrs posted by laddborne

OT (somewhat) I need a source of PVC cement that is NOT 'fast set'..

I need a recommendation of source of PVC cement that is NOT 'fast set'. The only one I've found I'm required to order a...

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posted by me

0 comments posted 10yrs posted by me

Are the thicker fiberglass filters safe?

I have a u shaped furnace filter. Just bought a new filter, but it is much thicker than the old and I couldn't get the...

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posted by Bunny

1 comments posted 10yrs posted by Bunny

Carrier vs Comfortmaker

I've gotten 3 quotes for a new central 5 ton A/C unit here in central Flori da. My last Trane unit lasted 12 years, so...

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posted by laddborne

5 comments posted 10yrs posted by laddborne

Let me reminiscing little about Refrigeration!

Single Stage = one Compressor. Double Stage (Cascade) = two Compressors. Triple Stage (Compound System) = 3 Compressors...

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posted by tony

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Can I use Oxy / Propane to Braze HVAC with copper-sil

hello I have a torch set and OXY but no acetlene I use propane for cutting with it but was nt sure about sheld gas when...

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posted by Patrick

4 comments posted 10yrs posted by Patrick

Trane air handler cycling on and off

In South Florida and I have an 11 year old Trane XLI14, air handler model # 4TEE3F49A1000AB. Starting today, the air ha...

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posted by laddborne

5 comments posted 10yrs posted by laddborne

Fireplace won't respond to thermostat

I have a Napoleon direct vent fireplace. This season sometimes the fireplace came on in response to thermostat but othe...

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posted by Judd

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Is there another filter on an American Standard air handler

I change the return filter regularly. I was in the attic this weekend and noticed for the first time the air handler it...

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posted by timothy42b

2 comments posted 10yrs posted by timothy42b

Wiring Aprilaire model 60 to amana mvc950704

Anyone have wiring diagram for the Aprilaire Model 60 humidistat that's a bit more informative than the included instru...

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posted by mattvs2

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rheem stinky furnish classic 90 plus 120000 btu

I ame at aloss my furnish give of a awful smell all the drains are open the flue is clean, have water on the bottom pan

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posted by viking

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Timeout on oil burner

My neighbor tells me he needs a new Honeywell oil burner control unit, and they come in 3 time lengths, 15, 30, and 45...

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posted by NONONOmisc07

9 comments posted 10yrs posted by NONONOmisc07

ques regarding anitfreeze in a home heating hot water loop

Hi there. I've asked three of the local Licensed and Insured Professional HVAC companies here and gotten an "err, umm,...

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posted by dannyb

2 comments posted 10yrs posted by dannyb

blowing warm air

My AC is blowing warm air. Can I get some of that freezon stuff from the auto parts store and juice it up good so it blo...

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posted by cayoung61

2 comments posted 10yrs posted by cayoung61