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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 03-04-17, 09:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,303
Posted By Plantman
I found an installation manual for a Grundfos...

I found an installation manual for a Grundfos SQ/SQE, so I think that is what I have. It comes with a 2 year warantee.
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-17-17, 10:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,303
Posted By Plantman
I have a single stage HP with a 2 speed fan. I...

I have a single stage HP with a 2 speed fan. I replaced the well pump several years ago and it was suggested I get a variable speed pump that runs slow when only the HP needs water but speeds up for...
Forum: The Billiards Room 11-05-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,870
Posted By Plantman
3000 sq ft all electric house with geothermal. I...

3000 sq ft all electric house with geothermal. I have a well, so no water bill. I average about 150/mo at .10/KWH. This includes a continuously running electric fan and water pumping for 1200 sq ft...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 04-03-12, 07:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,420
Posted By Plantman
I plan to get an energy monitoring system that...

I plan to get an energy monitoring system that can monitor individual circuits so I know how much it runs. The installer said it would run 50% of the time, but I don't think it runs that much, and...
Forum: The Billiards Room 03-28-12, 08:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,550
Posted By Plantman
I am not sure about the effect of radiation, but...

I am not sure about the effect of radiation, but wood is lighter early in the growing season because conditions are better, mostly abundant moisture, resulting in large cells. As the season...
Forum: Conservation 03-21-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 97,271
Posted By Plantman
What if you have a cathedral ceiling with no...

What if you have a cathedral ceiling with no attic?
Forum: Conservation 03-20-12, 09:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 97,271
Posted By Plantman
So if heating load is greater than cooling load,...

So if heating load is greater than cooling load, it would be advantageous to have a dark roof that heats up in winter than a light roof that reflects heat in summer? What about greenhouse paint that...
Forum: Biofuels 03-05-12, 01:01 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 107,046
Posted By Plantman
Thanks for the info. I think sometimes I get too...

Thanks for the info. I think sometimes I get too much cold air, when strong wind blows in my outside air inlet. I ordered a damper to deal with that. When the air is calm, it doesn't get enough air....
Forum: Energy Storage 03-02-12, 06:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 9,738
Posted By Plantman
Here are some statistics I found online. I think...

Here are some statistics I found online. I think the calculations are correct:

For water at its normal freezing point of 0 ºC, the specific heat of Fusion is 334 J g-1. This means that to convert...
Forum: Biofuels 02-27-12, 08:01 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 107,046
Posted By Plantman
Mostly smoke going up the chimney

Mostly smoke going up the chimney
Forum: Biofuels 02-25-12, 07:49 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 107,046
Posted By Plantman
Are there any ways to improve efficiency of...

Are there any ways to improve efficiency of zero-clearance fireplaces? I have one in the house I bought and would rather improve its efficiency than replace with a wood stove. It has a fan for the...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-25-12, 07:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,420
Posted By Plantman
Very nutrition. Most fish fries in the midwest...

Very nutrition. Most fish fries in the midwest use perch. Here in Indiana we have the largest perch farm in the world. By raising my own from well water, it is probably largely free of pesticides and...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-25-12, 08:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,420
Posted By Plantman
The outflow keeps my 300,000 gallon pond/pool...

The outflow keeps my 300,000 gallon pond/pool full so I can stock it with yellow perch. The overflow from that irrigates my plants, then goes back into my sandy soil.
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-24-12, 08:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,420
Posted By Plantman
A rule of thumb for GSHP is 2 gallons per minute...

A rule of thumb for GSHP is 2 gallons per minute per ton of heat. Before my heat pump was installed, the installer ran all the water sources in my house (faucets, showers, etc) for half an house to...
Forum: Lawn and Garden 02-18-12, 06:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 33,655
Posted By Plantman
I have a 1200 gal rain barrel for my greenhouse....

I have a 1200 gal rain barrel for my greenhouse. It collects water off my barn roof. It is green polyethylene, which prevents sunlight and algae growth. It is buried in the ground except for the top...
Forum: Conservation 02-18-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,439
Posted By Plantman
Is this a TED1000 or 5000? I think the 5000 can...

Is this a TED1000 or 5000? I think the 5000 can monitor up to 7 different circuits.
Forum: Conservation 02-17-12, 09:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,439
Posted By Plantman
Using home energy montior

Does anyone have experience using a home electrical energy monitor. Most monitor total electricity consumption, but a few can monitor individual appliances. I am looking for one to monitor my...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-17-12, 05:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,206
Posted By Plantman
I discussed buildup with my service tech. My...

I discussed buildup with my service tech. My filter has a slimy coating when I clean it. He said it is iron bacteria. I told him I clean my filter about yearly, but it is never completely plugged. He...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-10-12, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,206
Posted By Plantman
Correction: this is my 4th heating season. I also...

Correction: this is my 4th heating season. I also have an inline filter in the water inlet pipe. It is a small cylindrical metal mesh screen slightly smaller than window screen. I have cleaned in a...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-10-12, 08:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,206
Posted By Plantman
I am currently in my 3rd heating season and have...

I am currently in my 3rd heating season and have had no problems. I believe they now make the exchangers out of materials that resist corrosion and mineral buildup. It may also depend on water...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-09-12, 07:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,206
Posted By Plantman
The advantage of the open loop is installation...

The advantage of the open loop is installation cost and efficiency. I have an open loop. There are no drilling costs as I use my existing well. I built a pond in my yard to receive the outflowing...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-06-12, 05:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 33,140
Posted By Plantman
Love my geothermal

I have a 3.5 ton geothermal system in a 3000 sq ft cape cod plus a full basement. I use my existing well in my open loop system. My outflow fills my 0.25 acre pond, then flows into the soil, which is...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 02-06-12, 05:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 33,140
Posted By Plantman
Love my geothermal

I have a 3.5 ton geothermal system in a 3000 sq ft cape cod plus a full basement. I use my existing well in my open loop system. My outflow fills my 0.25 acre pond, then flows into the soil, which is...
Forum: Solar Heating 02-05-12, 09:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,088
Posted By Plantman
I currently have a ground source heat pump in my...

I currently have a ground source heat pump in my house and am looking for ways to incorporate solar heat. I prefer a large tank and low temperature. I have considered a large water tank and floor...
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