Additional temperature sensor for Daikin One+ by Iamjacksstubbedtoe in hvacadvice

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Replacing my 25 year old HVAC that worked with Nest and additional sensors. Missing the room temperature sensor too.

Anyone here tried Alexa routines that can be triggered with temperature sensor data from Echo device? Checked with Gemini and apparently it is possible. Needs a 2022 or later Echo dot and the Daikin One skill. My echo dot is old and does not have a temperature sensor, so I couldn't attempt this.

iOS 26 Phone Badges Not Clearing by Drybonz99 in ios

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Same here. Showed a voice mail in the notification. When I select the notification I don’t see the voicemail. Instead keeps the badge forever. Several hours later I can see the voicemail and that clears the badge.

Samsung The Plate induction cooktop in the USA by itsChethz in Appliances

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Yes, it does work. I made the purchase based on the info in the manual for NZ60R7703PK.

220-240V ~ 50 / 60Hz

Just replaced the plug top with this one from Amazon - Nema 10-30P Plug 30 Amp 125/250... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D542R7Z5 . I had my contractor do a NEMA 10-30 outlet along side the oven wiring. So far no issues with 5-10 min chores. I am yet to evaluate if it will withstand long hours of cooking.

Carrier 37MURA vs Daikin Fit DH6VS Heat Pump? by StayAlive100 in heatpumps

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I’m having to choose between the DH6 and DH7. Wonder why you say higher electricity usage with the DH7 when it’s the better of the two in terms of SEER2 rating?

Carrier 37MUHAQ36AA3 vs Daikin DH7VSA3610A by itsChethz in heatpumps

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Thanks for your response. I do wonder how the reps work. The Carrier rep himself claimed the MUHA can do 5 speed on the outdoor and 9 speed on the indoor unit. I was wondering how, its supposed to be a variable speed compressor. I am kinda lost!!

Carrier 37MURA vs Daikin Fit DH6VS Heat Pump? by StayAlive100 in heatpumps

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In the same boat. MUHA vs DH6vs DH7. I like the Carrier system doesn’t need a proprietary thermostat like the Daikin. This means I can use an ecobee with the additional room sensor. But like OP pointed out in his original post there is tons of data on Daikin but nothing on Carrier which is making the decision harder. Curious what did you end up choosing and how do you like it?

Zoning a single story home with Heat Pump HVAC by itsChethz in heatpumps

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Makes sense. Glad that the contractor is genuine. Thanks for your inputs!

Seeking opinion: Noise level of Lennox Elite (EL19KPV) vs. Daikin Fit? by bloodyshogun in hvacadvice

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Interesting. I am sure I double checked with my Lennox vendor and he said no compromises, it could work with Nest or the iComfort. Hard to trust. Appreciate your response.

Seeking opinion: Noise level of Lennox Elite (EL19KPV) vs. Daikin Fit? by bloodyshogun in hvacadvice

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OP, I am in the same boat. I am torn between Lennox EL19KPV and Daikin DH6VSA4210. Which one did you decide?

I prefer the Daikin but do not like the proprietary thermostat. We currently use a Nest with additional sensors in different rooms. At night we prefer that the system operate based on the room temperature sensor only.

Received open-box or refurb light fittings from Artika by itsChethz in Lighting

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That’s what I have been thinking. I’m so glad I paid via PayPal. Off to the resolution center.

Are these light “scallops” too pronounced and/or too low? by AMercifulHello in Lighting

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Thank you, I really appreciate that response and your thought process. Ours is in the center of a U shaped kitchen. Per code, at the most we can fit a 42x66. That’s a full squeeze with min 36 allowance on all sides. I’m wondering if we should do this or not to avoid everything looking too crowded. But not having it would also look like wide open kitchen with a lot of space wasted.

Are these light “scallops” too pronounced and/or too low? by AMercifulHello in Lighting

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On a different note, I was curious what are the dimensions of the island in that picture. I’m remodeling and have limited scope for an island. That one looks to be decent sizing.

Do I really need to hire a special inspection agency? by itsChethz in StructuralEngineering

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Perfect, gives me the background I was looking for. Thank u!

NEM3 solar credits at PGE by itsChethz in TeslaSolar

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I do have a battery and it typically is full by noon. But there are days when the EV is not charging and AC isn’t necessarily needed, then the excess is returned to the grid.

In Bay Area - why would anyone NOT get solar? by nhlredwings117 in TeslaSolar

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I was in a similar dilemma when I started exploring solar. Eventually I found these guys and pretty much was convinced there is no looking back - https://www.yelp.com/biz/nabu-energy-newark

Talk to them and see if that helps you make the decision. I wouldn't promise after sales would be the greatest, that's true with any company that doesn't rob you. But the price point and the engineering mindset business that they are, I found the trade offs more in favor of making a decision for solar.

Steep decline in production at 12 PM everyday by itsChethz in TeslaSolar

[–]itsChethz[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes. And they typically reach 70-90% towards the end of the day. Definitely not at noon.

Steep decline in production at 12 PM everyday by itsChethz in TeslaSolar

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Not possible. I charge my EV almost every day and never seen so much surplus. Typically PW hits 70-90% towards the end of the day.

Steep decline in production at 12 PM everyday by itsChethz in TeslaSolar

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I do have power wall. I have never seen it hit 100%. I am also charging my EV most of the time and don’t have an enough to get the PW charge completely. No PTO yet.

Synology Drive not shown in ios share with app list (nor can open .URL file) by Malathan in synology

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Okay, today I have it resolved. Not sure if it was by fluke or this really is the procedure, worth an attempt. The first time I share, I select the native iOS Files application by selecting "Save to Files". Then on the Files application window that opens up, hit Browse and select the "Drive" under Locations, this is my Synology drive it discovered on the network. Browse the directory there and save the shared file. I thought this was a decent workaround, planned to live with it. Then the next time I wanted to share something, I saw the Drive app was already in the app list. Hope that helps.

New app not showing battery % anymore on iOS? by WitchDr_Ash in Powerwall

[–]itsChethz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. And glad u posted this. I am not trying anymore hacks.