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Posted by Ashton Crusher on October 19, 2006, 3:59 pm
On 17 Oct 2006 14:54:57 -0700, "Power's Mechanical"
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>Bob Simon wrote:
>> I need to replace my 2.5 ton air handler unit because the condensate
>> pan is rusted out and water is dripping from the attic. The 2 ton
>> compressor hasn't lost any freon in the past year and is working fine,
>> but I'm thinking about replacing it at the same time because both
>> units were installed in 1985. If I do, should I replace the existing
>> unmatched system with a 2.5 ton compressor and 2.5 ton evaporator?
>>
>> It was suggested that I consider replacing the existing heat pump with
>> a regular compressor and use resistance heat from the 10 KW unit in
>> the air handler. I'm certainly no expert but I thought that here in
>> New Orleans (where the average winter low temperature is 46 degrees)
>> is an idea place to use a heat pump. I would appreciate some advice
>> on any of these issues.
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>1. Get aheat load/loss calc done.
>2. Ditch the retard who suggested electric heat strips.
>3. Go with the heat pump.
I"m in Phx so our winters are pretty mild.. I switched from heat pump
to just electric strips and my winter bill stayed about the same and
the heating capability is actually a little better.
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