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We have two air handlers and two condenser units that run on one thermostat and when I put the system in cool the air handlers are fluctuating on and off but the condenser units are staying on, and when I switch it back off the air handlers don't stop...
Started by tyhorstman on
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Depends. This beinga DIY site I migh even suggest purchasing the equipment yourself on line and having a licensed hvac contractor install and warranty the equipment. That way you'll only be paing labor and no equipment mark up.
Last month a guy approached...
Started by Doc Holliday on
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Is replacing just the air handler a bad idea! Be careful! Yes, ....
How much does a new one cost? The outdoor unit is a 2 ton Trane XR11 .
The air handler is from 96.
In the control box there was no place to change the speed .
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So after totally revamping my HT, I have to now focus my attention on quieting (IF POSSIBLE) my air handler. Unfortunately, my air handler is inside my house and adjecent to my living room and I just put in a new AC unit which is much larger than my old...
Started by ratm on
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I wouldn't recommend putting anything on the air handler itself, especially if it's brand new.
Is the air handler in its own room? If so just insulate the whole room and sheet rock it.
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Quote: : I meant the new air handler you installed. Its designed for return to come up from the bottom of the coil. You said no duct work under it.
On that particular one I'm going to have to add a return run and grill this week sometime. It's going to...
Started by Doc Holliday on
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I should've just had a custom return plenum made for the air handler if you raise the air....
Yep, I've been there.
You posted nightmare.
So do you gotta go back now and get return to that new modular air handler? LOL...
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Ok guys we installed a new payne system today, but one problem the blower motor wont stay on. it comes on for about 3 to 5 seconds then shuts off for about 5 seconds and back on again. it keeps doin this. i bypassed the t-stat still does same thing i ...
Started by joedallas on
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The duct goes straight into the back of the air handler it look like its probably a 18 the duct goes straight into the back of the air handler it look like its probably a 18 Weak thermal overload or to much return air....
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I plan to replace my 25+ year old air handler (GE) and 4T heat pump (Carrier). I plan to order online and do 90% of the installation myself and hire a HVAC tech for final refrigerant charge and system checkout.
Since this is a DIY friendly forum I'm just...
Started by hennyh on
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No need to replace the lines in owning your own... .
No need model as the original, so things matched up fine with his air handler.
Then with almost the same model as the original, so things matched up fine with his air handler.
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Hi,
I have a new house and a new Goodman AC system. The system seems to be working fine, except when the system is turned off the air handler would still run randomly. When it runs randomly after the system is off, the condenser outside does not run. ...
Started by NewTpa on
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Where should I look in the closet where the air handler is sitting? Also, is there any way to shutYou may have HRV (air exchanger) system in your home, and may be wired to your furnace to help it get the fresh air in your ....
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Cabinet size was the biggest issue as in these modular homes the units all come in one size, 20"wide and the closet they are installed in are made exactly to size. Had a big problem having one shipped down to Houston along with all of the brackets which...
Started by Doc Holliday on
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I hope the air filter isn't in the filter bracket under the air handler filter isn't in the filter bracket under the air handler, and blocked by the line set and drain the fact I realized....
Name's sake if nothing else.
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I started this post 2.5 years ago and see it's still going strong.
I did end up installing a 4T split system (Rheem RPNE/RSHA) and did 100% of the work myself.
My out of pocket expenses were about $3000 - $3500 including supplies and specialized HVAC ...
Started by hennyh on
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Kudos.
It is rare to get the follow-up.
I had a company come out, which my.
Been trying to do myself is clean my ac coils on my air handler.
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I have a small guest house that has some AC issues. The AC blows cold air but doesnt cool the room fast or at all sometimes. Here are some things I found. The air handler is located in a closet sized area with a return vent located on one side for the...
Started by hifiman on
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That is my guess too and now the AC cools... .
Not enough return, and the air handler has to pull in attic air to have enough.
I closed ,(sealed) off the attic from the air handler area.
Through the intake vent? Interesting.
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