12/05/2011

Woods 59366 Lamp and Appliance Timer with 3-Prong Outlet, Repeats Daily Review

Woods 59366 Lamp and Appliance Timer with 3-Prong Outlet, Repeats Daily
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The one I received (a couple of months ago) is slow by about 10 minutes a day. Right from the git-go, it had this problem. So every few days, I have to correct the time. It's not a huge inconvenience. The dial with the "Time Now" pointer has to be turned so that the pointer is lined up with the current time. It only takes a few seconds, but it would be nice if I didn't have to regularly do that. At $8 (today's price at Amazon), I don't think this is an especially good deal.
One other thing. It makes a lot of noise. So much so that I used a towel to muffle the sound until I was able to replace it with a better timer.

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Coleman Cable 59366 Indoor 24 Hour Mechanical Timer With Never Lose PinsColeman Cable 59366 Indoor 24 Hour Mechanical Timer With Never Lose Pins Features:; Indoor lighting timer; With never lose pins; Repeats daily; For indoor use only; Do not exceed rated capacity; 125 V or 60 Hz; 1/3 HP

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12/04/2011

AM101-US-1 HONEYWELL SPARCO THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE 3/4INCH UNION-SWEAT 100-145F Review

AM101-US-1 HONEYWELL SPARCO THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE 3/4INCH UNION-SWEAT 100-145F
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Maintains water temp within a 10 degree range so there is less need to adjust at faucet. Ad states "sweat", however item recieved was threaded, requiring sweat adaptors that take up more room. Very happy with product, price was reasonable.

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The Honeywell AM-1 series accurately adjusts, maintains and limits the hot water temperature to a desired setting selected by the user. In domestic water applications it offers scalding protection and bacteria growth control. By installing a Honeywell AM-1 mixing valve and raising water heater storage temperature setting and limiting mixed outlet water temperature to safe temperature more usable hot water is available. In heating applications it provides comfort and protects the equipment. Dual purpose mixing or diverting valves. Constant water temperature under changing operating conditions. Reliable performance at minimum flow of 0.5 gpm. Proportional valve (simultaneous control of hot and cold water). Temperature limit at any point. Flow reduction in seconds if cold water supply is interrupted. Nickel-plated brass construction, EPDM O-rings. All brass proportioning shuttle. Straight through design (hot and cold at the same level). Max. pressure 150 psi (1034 kPa). Max temperature 212 F (100 C). Designed for easy maintenance and element replacement. Teflon® coated to prevent mineral build-up and extend life. Tamper resistent design. Valve trapping not required. AM-1 Union STD & C and AM1070 Models include check valves(hot/cold ports). ASSE, CSA and IAPMO listed. U.S. Patent No. 6,079,625.

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12/03/2011

Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump with Line Cord, Timer, Check Valve, and Thermo Review

Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump with Line Cord, Timer, Check Valve, and Thermo
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Yes it works ... sort of. Installation was easy using stainless braid flex lines and since it went under the kitchen sink where power was already available no wiring was needed, otherwise it would have been a major hassle. It seems well made and runs quietly.
The problem is that the hot water line under the house cools faster than the line under the sink where the pump & thermostat are located. The upshot is that instead of instant hot water, you get nearly instant warm water. It does help and the hot water warms faster than without it but if you're looking for fully hot water in a matter of seconds, you'll be dissapointed. It's an improvement but not the total solution I was hoping for.
Probably insulating the hot water line where possible in the crawl space would help. Guess I'll try that next.

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The Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump is installed under the sink or faucet farthest from the water heater -- where hot water usually takes the longest amount of time to arrive.A built-in temperature sensor automatically turns the Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump on when the water temperature in the hot water supply line cools down to 85; F. This cool water in the hot water supply line is then pumped into the cold water line and back into the water heater.The Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump turns off automatically when the hot water supply line to the faucet reaches 95; F, ensuring the instant availability of shower warm water with maximum temperature hot water only seconds behind. When the pump is automatically turned off by the built-in thermostat, an auto closure device prevents hot or cold water from mixing in either supply line.Hot water will also be instantly available at all other faucets in the supply line between the water heater and the faucet where the AutoCirc pump is installed.Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump Features:; AutoCirc saves the average family a minimum of 15,000 gallons of water annually. ; AutoCirc saves money and pays for itself in a short period of time (see Energy Savings Chart) ; AutoCirc is silent during operation. ; AutoCirc has a built-in 24-hour timer, which allows selection of system operating periods to suit your living pattern. ; AutoCirc requires only 33 watts -- 0.3 amps of power. ; AutoCirc costs only pennies a day to operate. ; AutoCirc comes complete with a built-in 6-ft. long cord with plug for connection to a standard 115-volt outlet.Laing ACT-303-BTRW AutoCirc Retro-Fit Circulator Pump has Only 7 Basic Installation Steps:; Select sink under which the AutoCirc should be located (Sink where hot water takes longest to arrive). ; Install a 115 volt outlet under sink or run cord to outlet near sink. ; Turn off angle stops valves and d

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Honeywell HC22E1003 Replacement Whole House Humidifier Pad Review

Honeywell HC22E1003 Replacement Whole House Humidifier Pad
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I ordered the wrong item but the seller quickly sent me the correct
item at no cost

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HC22E1003 Honeywell humidifier antimicrobial pad for the HE220 and HE225 humidifier. This pad also replaces the Aprilaire #10 water panel. The AgION coating helps to reduce bacteria growth in the humidifier providing safe humidity to the whole house. Description:  HE225 Humidifier Pad with AgION Coating Application: Replacement Pad Type: Humidifier Replacement Pad Includes: AgION Antimicrobial Humidifer Pad Used with: Honeywell HE220, HE225, Aprilaire models 110, 220, 550,558 Approximate Size: 9 13/16" x 9 1/2" x 1 1/2"

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12/02/2011

Snow Joe 209 Radiator Humidifier - Beige Review

Snow Joe 209 Radiator Humidifier - Beige
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What can go wrong with such a simple product? There are only two parts, and two
reasons to avoid it.
1) The water vessel is made of plastic that does not conduct heat.
Since heat is not transfered from the radiator to water in the vessel,
evaporation is not done well...
2) Hooks are made for very narrow radiators (less than 2" from the edge to the center).
If your radiators are wider, you'll have to make your own hooks to hang the vessel.
But it won't help you due to 1)...
It's a cheap, but totally non-functional product...

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Radiator humidifier instantly adds moisture to any room without using chemicals or costly filters. Simply fill the plastic unit with water and hook onto the front of the radiator (hanging hooks included) to humidify the area. As the heat rises from the radiator the water contained in the radiator humidifier slowly evaporates spreading moisture throughout the room. Assorted colors beige or grey - please let us choose. 8 x 11 1/2 inches.

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12/01/2011

InSinkErator H-990 1/2-Gallon Instant Hot Water Dispenser Review

InSinkErator H-990  1/2-Gallon Instant Hot Water Dispenser
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I have installed Sears units and other In-Sink-Erator units and I will not install this model again. It has a very poor connection between the hot water unit and the dispenser. The nylon nut that secures the 1/4 copper tube to the hot water unit does not work. Or should I say it does not work when you are lying on your back under a sink with limited mobility! I called 1-800-558-5700 and asked them what to do and they said to keep tightening it until it stops leaking. The directions however say tighten it finger tight and then turn it with a wrench no more than 3 turns or it may crack the unit. And by the looks of the water jacket it will crack.
This is a new design the older models sealed this connection. I guess in the efforts to save 12 cents on a brass fitting quality has gone out the window.

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Designed with an easy-grip handle to effortlessly dispense water.White color3/4 gallon capacity delivers 60 cups/hour of near-boiling water120 VAC, 750 watts, 6.5 ampsThermostatic control adjustable from 140 degrees Fahrenheit to 200 degrees Fahrenheit1-Year IN-HOME parts and labor service warranty (residential ONLY)UL and NSF listedPatented DuraTank hot water tank system (Uniquely designed for unsurpassed performance)

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Honeywell RTH111B Vertical Digital Manual Thermostat Review

Honeywell RTH111B Vertical Digital Manual Thermostat
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I replaced one of the old round bi-metal spring thermostats with the Honeywell RTH111B. The Honeywell works great and keeps the temperature where I set it. It has no "bells and whistles" as you'd expect for the price. Only thing I did not like is that the slide switch for Heat-Off-Cool is quite small and it's not always obvious at which position it's set.

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Basic digital nonprogrammable thermostat. heat and cool. Temperature range on heat is 40 to 90 F.; on cool 50 to 99 F. Sleek 1 piece design with all control buttons on the face of the unit. Vertical positioning for easy upgrade from standard manual thermostat. Soft touch buttons. Use with most gas, oil, electric, forced warm air, hot water, and 750 millivolt or steam. Precise temperature control with accuracy of + 1 F. Requires (2) ''AAA'' batteries, not included. Approximate size: 4.7'' H. x 2.9'' W. x 1.1'' D. Premier white.

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