running constantly on a 85 outdoor temp day does seem like a lot. It sounds as if the downstairs unit is undersized, but it's not like we have all the facts. What is the t-st...
Replies 6If you are checking amp draw on a compressor, you should be reading as close to the compressor terminals as possible, as in just as they enter the box on the side of the com...
Replies 6I believe one should keep the trap because he would be drawing air from the condensate line otherwise. Unless there was a condensate pump, then that would serve as a trap. Wi...
Replies 21One should not remove the trap. It's there to prevent air from getting sucked through the condensate drain line. However,the "vent" should be relocated downstream of the t...
Replies 21This is the time of the year that heat pumps are great. It's actually better that it (the appliance) runs a long time instead of cycling on and off. Don't get me wrong, when...
Replies 21I was under the understanding that it did work in heat mode. I figured (incorrectly) that since the system was real slow to balance out until I de-energized the r.v, then that...
Replies 6no!!! you will risk blowing up something. Not literally, but, you risk doing expensive damage. there should be a wiring diagram with the new t-stat. Does the hot water fro...
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Bruce, I think most of the successful contractors are that way. At least it seems like it. Have a couple of lines to offer so that you have equipment for every budget. Matter...
Replies 12Well, I will check it out on Monday, and let you know what I found. I certainly would prefer a txv problem over the r.v.
Replies 6You may consider replacing all the branch ducts with flex duct. As mentioned earlier, many companies don't do a very thorough job. With new ducts, you know it's "virgin" cle...
Replies 5It sounds as if all the problems started when you changed the t-stat. If nothing is happening now, it is likely that you shorted out the power from the red to ground. Usual...
Replies 18You say you purged the line with nitro, but did you evacuate it on the initial install and the lineset after the txv repair as well? Was the sensing bulb firmly attached to ...
Replies 6If sounds as if you are ready to drop the hatchett. If the cons are that overwhelming, you got to do what you have to do. Yeah, I have to day that if you think there are no ...
Replies 16I hear good things about the equipment. Other installers say it's great. In my opinion, thats a lot of fancy stuff. Money saved on energy savings will be spent on repairs sh...
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