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    Terminology for HVAC system

    Thanks. Yes I do realize that the outside units are condensers. The system does the flue it's just not visible. It's 2 inch PVC pipe, its a condensing furnace. And yes it's gas heat also there are two thermostats that control each of the ducting separately for gas heat and cooling they also have...
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    Terminology for HVAC system

    I have an older HVAC unit and I just want to know the correct terminology for what type of system it is. I have a single gas furnace air handler that feeds 2 separated slab evaporator coils. There are 2 duct systems separate from each other and each duct system is connected to one evaporator...
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    Help with Grohe valve installation

    HJ, The kit i ordered said "Grohe GrohFlex Single Function Pressure Balance Trim with control module for shower only or shower/tub with diverter applications. Integrated bypass option for diverter tub spout. 1 axis operation. 6.6-GPM at 45 PSI. Complete with required 35026 universal rough-in...
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    Help with Grohe valve installation

    Thanks HJ, so to sweat the threaded connections do you prep them then tighten them all the way and then heat and apply the solder?
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    Help with Grohe valve installation

    Thanks Terry. From your picture it looks like you used 1/2 male adapters with tape and or pipe dope into the rough in box, is that correct? I would do that but fear that sweating a 90 right after that, with no straight copper between the adapter and 90, will damage the seal in the threads...
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    Help with Grohe valve installation

    Thanks Jim, It is not an dual purpose valve. The rough in box has threaded female ports so it is not smooth inside. I don't think a twin-el is called for with this valve. The rough in box, which is actually part of the complete valve assembly after installation, has 2 inlet ports and 2 outlet...
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    Help with Grohe valve installation

    I was looking for some advice. My experience level is good DIYer who can do a satisfactory sweat job. I am renovating an alcove tub/shower and installing a Grohe shower arm/head, new valve/trim, and tub spout. I am using Grohflex universal rough in box that came with the valve and trim. The...
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