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Comments (15)Grizz, I updated the picture to include a parts list below. Hex, Thanks again for the input. I am avoiding dtw because my system is indoors and I don't currently have much space to put a third container anywhere for the waste solution. But, if I ever run into a larger area I would prefer dtw for the fact that clean solution is only what the plants get, no re-used stuff. As for the calculations, I completely agree, something is not quite right. Its one of those things where I spent a good amount of effort and money to putting this system together, and just the mere fact that it works and grows plants has been amazing to me. But you're right, the accumulator fills way too often. I think the issue may be multiple things. One thing I know attributes to greater flow than 0.8 gph, is that the sprayers I use shoot out streams of water once the solenoid shuts and pressure goes down. This, obviously, increases the amount of flow. Maybe up to another whole second of on time equivalent flow (0.8gph). Moreover, the timer is accurate down to 1 second, however, the solenoid is situated a couple feet worth of hosing before the sprayers, so there is a definite lag time before the sprays shut-off, making the actual on time at least double 1 second. This means, for calculation purposes, 3 seconds on time.1 additional second for the "lag time" between solenoid and sprayers, and another 1 second due to low pressure water streaming out of the sprayheads. Total amount of nutes per day = 12.8gph * 0.1437 hours = 1.839 gal. 1.839 * 3 = 5.517 gallons per day, which is actually fairly accurate as that's how much I gathered the couple days I tried out dtw to test the flow of water through the system. Continuing, the pump should run 6 / 3 = every 2 hours under these new conditions. It actually runs more often(1.5 hours), why?, not sure, but there's maybe less water than expected in the accumulator after filling to 80 psi? How to fix these problems... maybe getting new sprayheads is something I need to consider. What kind do you use? "No drip" nozzles?...See MoreStop the mold from growing on my ceiling and walls!
Comments (12)I can think of a couple problems with your existing fan. 1. Flex ducting has a very high friction loss (resistance to flow) so when using flex duct it is best to oversize it at least one nominal trade size. (personally, I ry to avoid using flex duct) 2.Check you fan unit. Nearly all of them have a small metal flapper door on the discharge port that works by gravity and is intended to prevent drafts from backflowing when the fan is off. Due to the high moisture content of the air passing through the fan/duct system the hinge part of those flappers stays wet and catches dust from the air, which forms mud and will eventually stick the door shut so even though your fan motor is running in cannot discharge air. At least once a year the homeowner should remove the cover over the fan unit and clean the dust and goop around that flapper to insure it moves freely. 3.Also check the discharge cover on the wall. Generally they are made the same way as a laundry dryer vent discharge and they also have a flapper inside that may be stuck, or you may find a birds nest or bee's nest under the cover which blocks the airflow. If the fan is sized correctly it should only need to run about 15min after the shower is finished. The solution is to install a 15min delay on break switch so when the fan switch is turned off, the fan will continue another 15min. I prefer to use a combination fan/light switch so the fan comes on any time someone turns the lights on in the bathroom. Remember the fan not only discharges moisture from the shower, it also discharges odors from body functions or hairspray and cosmetics so the fan should run every time your in the bathroom whether you shower or not. Mathematically the correct size fan for your bathroom is about 22cfm, but due to the length of your duct I would increase that to 30cfm. As Mongoct stated above, it is best to not use flex duct, however, I am not a proponent of metal duct either. Snap lock Galvanized metal and aluminum duct have a seam running the full length of each section. Condensate moisture will collect in that seam and collect dirt & debris. In addition, the galvanized metal duct is thin gage steel with a galvanized coating and it will rust and eventually cause it to leak. I prefer to use SDR-20 PVC pipe. This pipe has a thin wall and is only about 1/2 as heavy as the sched 40 PVC used for your drain, waste & vent systems and it is generally much cheaper than sched 40. You can usually find it in the plumbing supply at your local hardware or home supply. Look for 4" or 6" PVC pipe that has a light blue or light green color. When you install the pipe start at the discharge grille where it goes through the exterior wall and hang the pipe so it has a 1/4" per ft pitch towards the discharge end, that way any condensate that forms in the pipe can run to the discharge and go outside. The SDR-20 pipe has and end bell on one end of the pipe sections so you just slide one pipe into the next, It does not require glueing....See MoreI'll Share My Recipe if You Share Yours Wed. June 22
Comments (2)Mornin' ladies! I love snacks in the summer. I would sure make this if we still had our pontoon on the river. SWEET AND SPICY HONEY NUT CHEX MIX 4 c. Honey Nut Chex cereal 1/2 c. dry-roasted peanuts 1/2 c. roast salted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds 2 Tbsp. honey 1 Tbsp. warm water 3/4 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne) 3/4 c. raisins In large microwavable bowl, mix cereal, peanuts and sunflower nuts; set aside. 2. In small bowl, mix honey and warm water. Stir in salt, cumin and red pepper until blended. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Stir in raisins. Microwave 1 minute longer. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container....See MoreNeighborhood Gathering at our house - help!
Comments (48)Pimms is gin based which is weird because I loath gin, but love Pimms! You buy a bottle of Pimms and mix it 1 part Pimms to 3 parts fizzy lemonade (I used Sprite Zero) or ginger ale. Chop up a cucumber into smallish chunks - I slice (not too thin) and then quarter them. Then slice up a bunch of strawberries and slice an orange or two. Put it into the Pimms - throw in a few sprigs of fresh mint and some ice and it's done! Takes 5 minutes and can be done directly before serving. It's light, refreshing, looks really pretty with all the fruit slices and the fruit tastes great infused with the Pimms. I highly recommend it as a fun, quicker (and very British) Sangria alternative....See Morel pinkmountain
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