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Re: Vega Boiler with EZ Gas Pro
Hi Ed, what would be a good number to target on the CO? Definitely has room to go either way. We finally have snow and ice so we can back into the camp. Seems to have been running for the last three weeks according to interior temperatures and I have not seen a fault alert. I will put the meter on it again and try adding some more air to bring the CO down. Truly appreciate the help as I am on my own until late spring. Get a remote off the grid camp they said! It would be fun they said!EBEBRATT-Ed said:You're not that far off. I wouldn't do anything drastic. Just see if a little adjustment will bring the CO down. With the #s you have I would like to see the Co drop a little. Make sure the boiler is hot when testing a cold boiler will make more CO, Just like a pot of water on a gas stove does.
Re: How to relocate the steam vent to the proper place
Is this a proposal?
So in this case, it would be better to have you for a husband than a plumber. 😆
Re: Plumbing and Steam Heating
In addition, I notice some contractors make videos in people's private homes/private spaces and post them on uTube without the homeowner's permission - a desperate effort to generate additional revenue in my opinion - immoral and unethical as well.All the contractors here will respect your privacy and confidentiality. Mention your concerns to them. They understand and will respect your wishes.
One of the contractors on the HeatingHelp Find a Contractor tool did some work for the family of a billionaire. I found this out, not from the contractor, but from another source (don't ask). I could tell you, but then I'd have to wipe some computers (not with a cloth). Is that too political?
When your contractor has other customers in those circles, rest assured, your basement will not appear on youTube.
WMno57
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Re: Wireless thermostat options for Energy Kinetics System 2000
Decrease the heat loss in that roomAlways a wealth of knowledge of the obvious.
or
increase the heat output
Can you close off the kitchen radiator vent so the kitchen gets less heat? That will force more heat to the office.
Re: Wireless thermostat options for Energy Kinetics System 2000
I don't think I have ever seen a stat in a kitchen. Butt then again nobody cooks anymore so it doesn't matter.
Re: Wireless thermostat options for Energy Kinetics System 2000
ExactlyEdTheHeaterMan said:Decrease the heat loss in that roomAlways a wealth of knowledge of the obvious. Can you close off the kitchen radiator vent so the kitchen gets less heat? That will force more heat to the office.
or
increase the heat output
pecmsg
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Re: How to relocate the steam vent to the proper place
So in this case, it would be better to have you for a husband than a plumber. 😆EdTheHeaterMan said:This is a personal preference. If that radiator was in my home, since it looks like the bushing would come out easily, I would get a new full size plug. After the pipe joint compound set for a few weeks, I would clean off the excess with a wire brush at top and bottom plug and paint the plug the same color as the radiator. If the other side is in the same condition, I would also brush away any excess pipe joint compound and paint the fitting up to the valve union nut. I might even polish the nut and valve if it is brass than put a coat of clear lacquer on the polished valve to preserve the shine. I would not do that for a customer, because I charge too much and would not want them to get angry with the invoice for that service.
Re: How to relocate the steam vent to the proper place
This is a personal preference. If that radiator was in my home, since it looks like the bushing would come out easily, I would get a new full size plug. After the pipe joint compound set for a few weeks, I would clean off the excess with a wire brush at top and bottom plug and paint the plug the same color as the radiator.
If the other side is in the same condition, I would also brush away any excess pipe joint compound and paint the fitting up to the valve union nut. I might even polish the nut and valve if it is brass than put a coat of clear lacquer on the polished valve to preserve the shine.
I would not do that for a customer, because I charge too much and would not want them to get angry with the invoice for that service.
If the other side is in the same condition, I would also brush away any excess pipe joint compound and paint the fitting up to the valve union nut. I might even polish the nut and valve if it is brass than put a coat of clear lacquer on the polished valve to preserve the shine.
I would not do that for a customer, because I charge too much and would not want them to get angry with the invoice for that service.