Recent content by bgeery

Yup, it's just another pump in the reservoir, in your case, with a built-in timer to activate every so many hours for a few minutes. You'll have to use the more expensive pumps, with actual purge pump timer built-in. Then add figure how to route the drain for it. In the newer Durangos, they...

Yeah, see post #8. That's the pump I'm using as a purge pump. Although when I bought last year it was $18, now HD wants $25! The smallest/cheapest pump will work. It will only get a few hours total use every season.

Probably the same manufacturer- Bonaire. They all use Celdek pads. Home Depo recently expanded the models they carry to include the more conventional square down/side draft types that may work better for some, especially if replacing an existing cooler install. Bonaire Durango @ Home Depo PS...

I highly recommend adding the purge pump! See post 8 for a $25 parts list. The bleed line was constantly clogging because of my hard water and made maintenance a daily task to check. It also seems to keep the water fresher then the bleed line ever did. I also use MAX COOL Scale Eliminator...

These units are very water efficient in power and water usage. My Bonaire Durango runs on 210 watts and uses about 5 gallons/day, after I added the purge pump option.

I had to trench about 25 feet to run the water line extension; from the nearest spigot that is in the middle of my yard. Also laid the PVC for the french drain in the same trench. Just dirt, so it didn't take long.

A follow-up on the Durangos.... The newer 2018+ Durangos are designed for the addition of a second pump for purging. It already has the timer built-in to the electronics, so you don't need an expensive "purge pump", just a standard cheap pump that the Durango will turn on and off itself for 3...

7 to 4 (Ground - Green) 6 to 1 (Neutral - White) 5 to 3 and 2 (Hots - Black and Red) (ABOVE CORRECTED) Only use with the small 2Kw generators, if unsure about the existence of MWBC in the house. Use a Kill-A-Watt meter to find out how many Volt-Amps your current equipment draws. Start...

I've got a Skill Sawzall, about the same age as yours. Doesn't have a problem even being on circuits with combined protection from GFCI and CAFCI. I believe part of the problem is some brand's AFCI are better than others (I'm all Square D here), and I think there are still older/poorer...

Sounds like time to talk to a lawyer. A cease and desist letter might just get their attention. If they happen to be renters, get the lawyer to also write a letter to the property owner of record, and see if you can't get them to address the situation. The city might also have something to...

The code is just the minimum standard. Put CAFCI and GFCI on every circuit you can. The code is heading in that direction anyway, and it just might save your life someday.

One feature lacking in the [older pre-2018] Bonaire Durango's is the ability to have only the pump on, to pre-wet the pads. Thankfully, the manual includes a wiring diagram, and it was easy to figure out how to add the feature. A $1.20 15 Amp toggle switch from eBay just fits next to the rest...

I don't think it has even a remote chance of working. I can't imagination the air restriction being anything less than extreme. The filters will also require frequent replacement, even if they do work. Can you move the swamp cooler to yet another location? Perhaps a Bonaire Durango unit...

This thread has moved beyond the OP. What do you define as a "cheater cable"?

The energy hog firg was the first thing I addressed when I bought and moved into my house. Mine are the cheapest 10 cu. ft. energy star deep freezes I could order. Danby DCFM289WDD. One converted over to a frig in 15 minutes with a $50 thermostat swap. Manual defrost once a year. Takes about...