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07-25-22, 06:40 AM
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following up on this. the problem turned out to...

following up on this. the problem turned out to be the thermostat running of the battery. not sure why it would exhibit this behavior though - starting and shutting off the AC immediately and then...
07-21-22, 06:42 AM
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i should mentioned that this is new behavior. it...

i should mentioned that this is new behavior. it was working normally before. I will get the exact model and try to jump RYG
07-20-22, 12:57 PM
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Angry Thermostat double clicks, fails to start AC on the first try

I think I might have a problem with my thermostat (RobertShaw brand). Here is what I perceive happening:

1. When it's time to call for AC I hear a double click from thermostat relay. Instead of a...
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i wired the end points and it works perfectly...

i wired the end points and it works perfectly now. Not sure why he didn't do it like that in first place
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Did my contractor got lazy on me?

So, I'm a proud new owner of Viessmann Vitodens 100w + Vitocell for IHW. I love it, the whole system was installed to my liking and playing with set point and heating curves will keep me entertained...
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what is the actual input to the control?...

what is the actual input to the control? thermostat just calls for heat, that's it. let's say boiler is operating at 100% firing. change in what parameter(s) will make it go to 80%?
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What makes a boiler modulate?

I understand it's a heat load, which is a function of outside temp, house heat loss, inside temp, etc. But what triggers actual modulation? Is it return water temperature?

Let's say the system is...
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Posted By _Diver

*white rorgers valves do have a very impressive...

*white rorgers valves do have a very impressive CV, but i was told that are NOT reliable. is it not true?
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dougness, i would prefer cast iron with...

dougness,

i would prefer cast iron with closed combustion. high efficiency boilers are pretty much a gimmick, since their efficiency only achieved under specific conditions and most of the time...
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Grady, thanks for the info. I was surprised to...

Grady, thanks for the info. I was surprised to see a more reasonable quote with Viessmann compared with other, more widely used brands.
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larosa, that's my approach too (keeping it...

larosa, that's my approach too (keeping it simple). and since peerless PF boiler doesn't support zoning and IHW with zone valves and requires an external control board i warmed to the idea of recircs...
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lawrosa, ssc 35 is my top choice. perfect match...

lawrosa, ssc 35 is my top choice. perfect match boiler output wise and flow rate as well. i might avoid getting a taco controller and go with a circ for IHW though.
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spott, i agree that the boiler seems very small...

spott, i agree that the boiler seems very small for the tank. but not bc the boiler is small, but rather bc the tank is huge.

my house heat loss is 43k, each of two of my zones is less than 30k...
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Posted By _Diver

Heat-flow IHW

I've looked for IHW tanks for my new system and originally i settled on these twoHTP SSC-35, 8GPM, 50btu/hr input

Boilermate CH-41Z, 5GPM 40btu/hr input

They have decent ratings that work for...
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viessmann 100 boiler

I was wondering if someone can provide some insight on this brand on boilers? Viessmann Vitodens 100-W specifically.

I'm currently looking to replaced my boiler and it's second time a contractor...
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Spott, thanks for the reply. pf-80 and ssc-35 are...

Spott, thanks for the reply. pf-80 and ssc-35 are a little under 5k shipped to Mass. First contractor I talked to (still waiting for his quote) said he could do both of them cheaper.

Other things,...
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$15k for new mod/con boiler install with IHW

I'm in the process of soliciting quotes for new boiler install. Peerless PF-80 and SSC-35 for IHW (system design attached. it states PF-50, but I consider PF-80 bc it's actually more reasonably...
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Reco for mod/con boiler installer

I used to be an avid user of this forum and learned so much here. Some of my own posts now seems like Greek to me to some extent :)

Almost 8 years ago I figured out what I would want to replace my...
01-04-18, 11:54 AM
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Thanks for your reply. Good point on potential...

Thanks for your reply. Good point on potential sewage escape possibility.

I don't want to cut off the threaded part in case something goes wrong or want to put everything back the way it was. Plus...
01-04-18, 09:57 AM
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Connecting dehumidifier discharge to sewer..

Hi!

Haven't posted here in a while, but need to tap into community knowledge again.

I want to connect dehumidifier drain pipe to my sewer line. Conveniently I have a capped sewer connection...
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closing a loop on this one. i bought the same air...

closing a loop on this one. i bought the same air scoop as i have installed and took it apart. took some convincing (vice+pipe wrench) to unscrew that puppy for some reason.

after that i decided...
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Posted By _Diver

spott, i think we're good. sorry if there was any...

spott, i think we're good. sorry if there was any confusion :)
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Posted By _Diver

spott, when you say that i can "unscrew the...

spott,

when you say that i can "unscrew the vent", do you mean the top of the air eliminator that hold the actual vent topped with the black cap? i think that part was confusing.

i can replace...
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Posted By _Diver

spott, your message is a bit confusing since...

spott,

your message is a bit confusing since you're using the terms scoop and vent that could be used interchangeably.

i understand that removal of the air eliminator is not that complicated. i...
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Views: 3,572
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Vermont, I'm gonna try the needle and the...

Vermont,

I'm gonna try the needle and the towel trick, but maybe at the end of the season. if it doesn't work, I will take it apart and attempt to clean up.

I do have cold water intake from...
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