How do you apply this product. Directly into vents? Or into HVAC drain? Or remove blower, it seems reviewers have done it all.
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Its better than other aerosols, the long reaching cap can be reused to spray Lysol and other anti bacteria mixtures, so keep the tubing, in a way its worth the price.
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Suggestion: my heater did the same thing and I found that the front 'dome' and inside [where the blower motor is >> you will have to take off the outer cover], had a minute layer of dust that the unit somehow sensed. I used a dust brush, clean paint brushes, and some compressed air and blew what seemed miniscule particles away... IT WORKED. [my indoor parabolic quartz heater had the same problem which led me to try this....].. GOOD LUCK
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I'm not an expert on this subject but I'll respond the best I can. I think it may work but for the fact the lint may get caught up in the fan. It's desgned to help move air through vents but when you add in a bunch of lint, I think it would build up over time and create a fire hazard. Just my thoughts. I have probably the same problem with my dryer venting outside my house. The venting goes up a wall and then another 10 feet to the exterior so we get lint building up in the vent. I use a leaf blower to blow out the accumulated lint about once a year.
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I installed one of these as a bathroom exhaust fan--used a ceiling vent plate that had a 4"duct nipple (you can use an A/C ceiling plate) and then ducted it into the attic to the TD-100 and then more duct to the house ridge vent. I used regular Romex 14-2 with a ground from a timer to the fan. The fan has a connection box on it to make the connections using compression screws that are all supplied.
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Unless you are prepared to empty the drain nearly every day, you will need the water exhaust hose to be piped out- this can be done through a simple pvc pipe through the house wall or floor. I live in an area with 90% humidity nearly all the time, your emptying needs may be different than my own. You definitely need the ventilation exhaust hose, it simply goes out the window. It's a great machine and I couldn't be happier with this brand & model- tried several others previously. This one has the best customer service and shipping- other brands didn't package the product well and they were damaged. Unless you are prepared to empty the drain nearly every day, you will need the water exhaust hose to be piped out- this can be done through a simple pvc pipe through the house wall or floor. I live in an area with 90% humidity nearly all the time, your emptying needs may be different than my own. You definitely need the ventilation exhaust hose, it simply goes out the window. It's a great machine and I couldn't be happier with this brand & model- tried several others previously. This one has the best customer service and shipping- other brands didn't package the product well and they were... » Read More Unless you are prepared to empty the drain nearly every day, you will need the water exhaust hose to be piped out- this can be done through a simple pvc pipe through the house wall or floor. I live in an area with 90% humidity nearly all the time, your emptying needs may be different than my own. You definitely need the ventilation exhaust hose, it simply goes out the window. It's a great machine and I couldn't be happier with this brand & model- tried several others previously. This one has the best customer service and shipping- other brands didn't package the product well and they were damaged. « Show Less
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Bernard, not positive if you can do so. Best to contact the company. If you look online, you should be able to locate customer service. I vented ours through the window and it worked very well. My guess would be that you would need a good seal around the vent tube to do so.
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It will work both ways. Vent comes set up to work inside but (in my case) I converteed it to vent outside. Easly done. H.
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I've used this item in vents and in my air purifiers...they are wonderful collecting lots of dust and other particles that have some size...I have never usedthis in an air conditioner...I think you might want to take CTgreens suggestion and try one thats a lot finer for the air conditioner...Give it a try...you'll have answer soon...you can always use this filter for other things...They are wonderful to use in ADDITION to filter in HVAC vents...You will be surprised!!!
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You will need a place to exhaust the air that is used to cool the compressor. Oh, and this is IMPORTANT!!!!! When I got the unit set up and running in the bedroom I found that the unit was fighting itself on cooling because the exhaust hose used to cool the compressor etc. was hotter than heck. I talked to the Sylvane people and they said that was normal. What???? So, I have an AC working at the top and a room heater working in the back thru the exhaust hose, pretty much greatly reducing the cooling efficiency. I ended up buying a roll of 1/4 inch thick air cell insulation with the silver mylar face, front and back, and using ac/heating duct aluminum duct tape and wrapping strips around the exhaust hose triple thickness until I couldn't feel any difference between room temperature and the surface of the hose. I would think they would provide an insulated exhaust hose.
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I use a leaf blower to get it 95% filled, then a foot pump I got with an air mattress to get it to 100%. I have also used a "shop vac" on the blow side. An Electrolux vacuum on the blow side has also worked for me. John Z
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It isn't direct vent, PERIOD. Maybe, I implied something???? Worked in installation, service of all types of gas appliances 20 years. Resend me my actuall comment & I shallreply!
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You just remove the window/hose unit from one window and install in another. It's not a permanent install. If there is any condensation, it goes out through the hose. We used it all summer and never had any problems. We didn't use the unit as a dehumidifier, so I don't have any info on that.
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When I installed my vent, I removed the fan blade (easy to do). Probably not necessary, but I was doing it alone. It seemed to make it easier to line up and mark for the mounting brackets.Everything is still drilled from the outside. In my case, the vent does not quite clear the garage door, so I used wing nuts instead of the standard nuts included, for easy removal.Good luck
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Can't say I make much use of the fume extractor, but I don't use the unit that often anymore. If you're doing extensive soldering work then it may be worthwhile. The suction air comes out of the hot air wand. Remove the tip from that wand to get maximum air flow for suction. I suppose you could connect a hose to the wand that goes outside. You would want to keep the HOT AIR switch off if you do this this, even though hot air heating does stop whenever the wand is in the holder.
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The only way I know to apply is with a sprayer. Don't think you can add it to canister you attach to the hose
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I would recommend that you engage a person with HVAC experience as there is a sheet metal work duct work likely to replace a section of existing filter holder and cold air return duct. The wiring may need an electrician (or HVAC guy) as the unit has to work in concert with your ac/furnace blower. You can do it yourself, if you are comfortable with both areas. Most people are not.
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if you have a "shop" vac that has an air out port that you reverse the hose on... and then maybe use some duct tape.... in a pinch... I could make that happen...but not with a regular vacuum..... USE A HAIR DRYER on cool and fill a little at a time if you really stuck!