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Why does my AC have two thermostats?

Why does my AC have two thermostats? A zoned system is simply a single air conditioning/heating unit that uses two thermostats and dampers within the actual duct work. Then, there are dampers in the duct work that open and close based on which thermostat is calling for air or heat. What is a common problem with thermostat? A faulty thermostat may be to blame if the air conditioner short cycles and runs almost nonstop, the living space seems warmer than your desired temperature setting, or you suddenly experience a cooling system failure. Can 2 thermostats control one AC unit? It...

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What year did the microwave oven become a household item?

What year did the microwave oven become a household item? 1955 1955: The first domestic microwave oven is introduced. Walk into almost any American kitchen today and there's one appliance that is likely to be sitting on the counter somewhere — a microwave oven. The microwave oven didn't come from humble beginnings. What was a radarange? The first countertop microwave was the Amana Radarange, which debuted in 1967 and sold for $495. It's the appliance that made zapping your food as routine as brushing your teeth. It was called the "Radarange" because of a happy accident by an engineer who...

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Can I Wire smoke alarm to lighting circuit?

Can I Wire smoke alarm to lighting circuit? 1.18 A smoke alarm, or smoke alarm system, that includes a standby power supply or supplies, [ie AC with battery back up], can operate during mains failure. It can therefore be connected to a regularly-used local lighting circuit. ............... What are the three wires on a smoke detector? If you buy an AC-powered smoke detector today, it will have three wires -- black, white and red. Black accepts 120 volts AC, white is neutral, and red is the intercommunication wire. Do you have to connect the red wire on a smoke detector?...

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How do you know when a garbage disposal is bad?

How do you know when a garbage disposal is bad? 8 Signs of a Failing Garbage DisposalAbnormal Noises. If you've ever had a piece of silverware slip into your garbage disposal unnoticed, you know just how loud disposals can be. Frequent Resets. Inexplicable Clogs. No Power. Persistent Odors. Planned Renovation. Poor Performance. Water Leaks. What is the proper way to use a garbage disposal? How to Use your Garbage Disposal ProperlyAlways use your disposal with running water. Only use cold water with your disposal. Don't overload your disposal. Make sure to fully grind all waste. Remove small objects from your...

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How thick should my stem wall be?

How thick should my stem wall be? A typical foundation wall minimum thickness of eight inches applies to walls eight feet or less with no more than seven feet of soil pressing against it. Foundation walls taller than eight feet with more than seven feet of soil pressing against it requires a larger foundation wall 10 to 12 inches in width. How high can you pour a concrete wall? In typical residential construction, concrete is commonly placed in a wall to a maximum of 10 to 12 feet in height during one concrete pour. This is done in multiple lifts...

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Why does my furnace start then stop?

Why does my furnace start then stop? A furnace that starts then stops is a common issue also known as short cycling. When the furnace cycles more often than this, short cycling is possible – it may also be possible that extreme temperatures are causing the need for more frequent cycles, or your furnace is undersized or requires additional insulation. What does it mean when your furnace won't stay lit? Probably the most common issue when dealing with a furnace that will not stay lit or ignite consistently is a dirty flame sensor. The flame sensor acts as a communication...

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When did they stop making furnaces with pilot lights?

When did they stop making furnaces with pilot lights? Newer gas furnaces (since about 2010) do not have a traditional pilot light that burns all the time. Instead they use electronic ignition systems that light only as needed. How long do hot surface igniters last? about five to ten years How Long Do Hot Surface Igniters Last? Just like most components on your HVAC system, these parts last about five to ten years. Do furnaces light themselves? Most furnaces with electronic ignition have a device called a hot surface igniter. The difference is that the flame is only lit (by...

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Why is it colder inside my house than outside?

Why is it colder inside my house than outside? Your house will often feel cold indoors because of cold air entering it. So, where does this cold air come from, you might ask. The obvious answer to you might be when people leave windows and doors open. But, what you may not realize is cold air could be entering through gaps by your windows and doors! How much colder Should your house be than outside? The California Energy Commission recommends that homeowners set their thermostat to 78 degrees when they're home and 85 degrees when they're away from home during...

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How do I put privacy in my hot tub?

How do I put privacy in my hot tub? Keep on reading to find out how to successfully protect your privacy and enhance your hot tub experience.Get a retractable privacy corner wall.Use a garden trellis.Use tall plants in planters.Install a privacy screen.Build a pallet fence.Put Your Hot Tub in a Gazebo.Portable Hot Tub Enclosures. How far does a hot tub need to be from a house? Hot Tub Building Codes In some areas, including Minnesota and California, you must set the tub back at least 5 feet from your property line. For an above-ground hot tub, measure from your property...

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How do you attach stair stringers to brick?

How do you attach stair stringers to brick? When attaching to brick, drill pilot holes with masonry bit for anchors or masonry screws. Place the outside stringers against the house flush with the top of the anchor board, checking to be sure they're level and square, and nail them to the ends of the anchor board. How much does it cost to have deck stairs built? The most common cost of wood deck stairs is $115 to $210 per stair when professionally installed, or $440 to $1,350 for the most common deck stair projects. When decorative aluminum stringers or fiberglass...