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Yesterday, 03:28 PM

tmcdanel started a thread New fixture base too small in Electrical

I replaced an old wide base ceiling light with a new track lighting fixture. The new fixture is smaller and you can see unpainted ceiling and even...

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02-19-2019, 07:28 AM

adnadeau replied to a thread Spare Parts in Monitor Heaters

Another possible source of Monitor parts: https://www dot pressherald dot com/media/gallery/ken-gaudin-monitor-man/

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02-18-2019, 07:57 AM

FordMan59 replied to a thread Spare Parts in Monitor Heaters

I agree that the price was right on these parts. If I'd been buying them new I'd hate to think what they would have cost. If you ever need to buy...

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02-12-2019, 01:46 PM

ctbale replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

Thank you!!

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02-12-2019, 01:42 PM

ctbale replied to a thread Spare Parts in Monitor Heaters

$120 is a great price. I would even get one more burn ring. Once those disappear, its "game over" for the 422.

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02-10-2019, 12:23 PM

hawkins111 started a thread Laser 560 no longer made in Toyo Heaters

Early this year Toyotomi announced the Laser 560 will no longer be produced. They stated the Laser 560 was only made in the USA and dies for...

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02-08-2019, 03:34 PM

FordMan59 started a thread Spare Parts in Monitor Heaters

I'd been wanting to find an extra combustion fan assembly, circulation fan assembly and time/temperature controller for my 422 to go along with the...

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02-08-2019, 08:20 AM

adnadeau replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

Here's a detailed explanation of the solenoid pump operation. I had to zip it because of the forum file restrictions.

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02-07-2019, 10:53 PM

mrcaptainbob replied to a thread Exxterior wall improvement.... in Exterior Home Maintenance

Thanks for the quick response, Adnadeau. Air exchange in this old house won't be an issue. The main house is a two story brick, circa 1863. Not the...

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02-07-2019, 12:51 PM

ctbale replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

What does the 50k VR adjust? Sounds like it might be shutting off the ignitor?

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02-07-2019, 12:47 PM

ctbale replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

Thanks for both replies! I will verify that its got the correct dampers and not mess with the VR adjustment. All my 442s run the same (and...

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02-07-2019, 11:58 AM

hawkins111 replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

All Monitor 422 units have a small damper in the suction case that is held in by a screw. They all also have a second damper in the flex hose. It can...

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02-07-2019, 07:51 AM

adnadeau replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

The pulse rate of the solenoid pump is controlled by the microcomputer U1 through an optoisolator IC12 in the gate of SCR Q2. Not much you can do...

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02-07-2019, 07:45 AM

adnadeau replied to a thread Exxterior wall improvement.... in Exterior Home Maintenance

There are several issues to consider here: air leaks, R-value, type of insulation. I believe the spray foam is probably the best insulation. I...

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02-06-2019, 10:49 PM

mrcaptainbob replied to a thread HP printer C5180 driver.... in Computer Repair

I am trying that now. Thank you, Aradralami.

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02-06-2019, 10:39 PM

mrcaptainbob started a thread Exxterior wall improvement.... in Exterior Home Maintenance

The 30x30 house addition is close to fifty years old by our estimation. It is, from interior to exterior: knotty pine verticals above wainscotting...

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02-06-2019, 10:05 PM

ctbale replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

Excellent info Tom, thank you. The Damper says the full word STANDARD I believe. All the 442s I have worked on in these last few months have them...

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02-06-2019, 06:20 PM

hawkins111 replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

You should calibrate the fuel flow on your heater before you go messing with the pump. Use a flame sensor bypass and a calibrated cup to see where...

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02-06-2019, 05:57 PM

FordMan59 replied to a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

I have no suggestions but you might talk to hawkins111 before making any adjustments. My understanding is he had a business selling and servicing...

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02-06-2019, 04:03 PM

ctbale started a thread 422 yellow after Rebuild in Monitor Heaters

I have rebuilt about 12 heaters in the last few years, maybe more. a 2200, a 441, a laser 30, two 2400s and just did about five 422s in the last few...

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02-06-2019, 07:34 AM

FordMan59 replied to a thread Help!! 422 Not Heating Properly in Monitor Heaters

Good deal.

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02-05-2019, 09:32 PM

ctbale replied to a thread My Monitor 422 rebuild in pictures. in Monitor Heaters

UPDATE: 4 Years Later Just about $300 shipped now, but still cheaper then a new $1800 toyo !

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02-05-2019, 09:07 PM

ctbale replied to a thread Monitor 441 rebuild glue/gasket question in Monitor Heaters

I know guys here might cringe when they hear this but I have also used 1/4" wood stove door rope. Works great. You can get 7' for $4 ish. I use...

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02-05-2019, 08:59 PM

ctbale replied to a thread Monitor 2200 repairs in Monitor Heaters

Toyo just announced about 2 weeks ago that the 560 is going to be discontinued. But if you can get one they are great heaters. Should be able to...

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02-05-2019, 07:39 PM

repairsalot replied to a thread Maximum bulb wattage question in Electrical

Thank you.

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02-05-2019, 07:37 PM

repairsalot replied to a thread Can't upload attachment in Everything Else

Thank you. I will try that.

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02-05-2019, 03:32 PM

aradralami replied to a thread HP printer C5180 driver.... in Computer Repair

this is your printer driver support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-photosmart-c5100-all-in-one-printer-series/1153538/model/1153539 if it's not...

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02-05-2019, 03:25 PM

aradralami replied to a thread Who can I trust??? in HVAC

I just found this video all these years after he posted it. This guy knows what he is talking about. I had the exact symptoms he induced here, and it...

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02-04-2019, 07:32 PM

FordMan59 replied to a thread Monitor 441 rebuild glue/gasket question in Monitor Heaters

Not that I can remember, but as long as it don't interfere with the igniter bracket seating properly it wouldn't hurt anything. The reason I double...

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