Recent content by dougc3

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MegaDeTH, I posted this same question on ReefCentral also. There were a few people over there that mentioned they changed the standard relays with SSRs (Solid State Relays). You might want to contact one of them for the SSR part numbers. Let me know if it works... Doug

Mattt, Here you go... http://www.airwaterice.com/ http://www.airwaterice.com/Reefkeeper%20Home%20Page.htm We ordered a system from Walter almost a year ago. I would recommend you buy the 6 pack of extra filters when you order a system. The extra filters fit in the same box and you don't...

SPC, You can manage your email frequency from X10 on their website. I changed mine to only get a notice every few weeks. Doug

FWIW - I tried using the $10 coupon link from Bill's site a few months ago and I never got the reply from X10. I tried emailing them multiple times, but never got a response... Doug

Jason, That's quite the plumbing system you have going! I started with the basic "ActiveHome" package from X10. It has everything to get started including the controller, software, remotes, and one light module. If you are going to run anything like ballasts or pumps, you will need the...

I know some of us are using X10 modules for task automation. In preparation for an X10 presentation to our fledgling reef club, I wanted to ask others what they use their modules for. In our system, we use X10 to control two IceCap ballasts, hood fans, and I wrote a macro series for a dimmer...

Ecoman, We use standard poly floss that you can get at Wal-Mart, Shopko, Target, etc. It's in the home section and commonly used for stuffing pillows. A large bag is around $3. Works great and is very cheap. Take a look... Doug

Louey, I posed this question to the guy I buy my RO stuff from a couple of weeks ago. Here are his thoughts: "Yikes ! Never run water thru your membrane back ward . If you do call me in the morning for a replacement. It is a fast flush, not a back wash . You see back wash every where, it...