James Dulley Column December 2009 Graphics

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Update Bulletin Number - Topic
175 - Security methods	- c175-1.jpg- color photo - This is a typical control panel for a monitored security system with 15 sensors. Notice the battery for continued operation when the electricity goes off. - James Dulley - c175-2.jpg - color photo - This is a wall control module for a monitored security system. Notice the colored buttons for police, fire and health emergencies. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c175-3.jpg - color photo - This motion-sensing detector is mounted high near the ceiling to cover the entire room. It is specially designs so the movement of small pets will not trigger the alarm. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c175-4.jpg - color photo - This is a wireless remote security camera kit. The images from the camera can be seen on a television inside the home. - Photo credit - Wireless Imaging - c175-5.jpg - color photo - This is a wireless window or door sensor and alarm in one unit. The small battery inside the unit powers the controls and the loud siren alarm. - Photo credit - Intermatic - c175-6.jpg - color photo - The battery-operated motion sensor is set and controlled by the buttons on the front of the unit. It can be mounted anywhere and used in hotels when traveling. - Photo credit - Intermatic - c175-7.jpg - color photo - This is the transformer used to power a security system. It is mounted in a remote area so the power cannot be easily disconnected by a burglar. - Photo credit - James Dulley
218 - Duct zoning	- c218-1.jpg- color photo - This zone control thermostat is programmable and will control the temperature in one room or the ground of rooms in one zone. - Photo credit - Durodyne - c218-2.jpg - color photo - This programmable zone control thermostat has a large digital readout with much information about the temperature/comfort conditions in the zone. - Photo credit - Zonex - c218-3.jpg - color photo - This is a typical round duct damper which is connected to the zoning system. The box on the side contains the motor which opens and closes the damper. - Photo credit - Durodyne - c218-4.jpg - color photo - This zone damper fits a rectangular duct. They are available in many sizes to fit almost any duct including large return or fresh air ducts. - Photo credit - Durodyne - c218-5.jpg - color photo - This duct damper was just installed and the wires from the zone thermostat system are being attached to the damper control motor. - Photo credit - Aprilaire - c218-6.jpg - color photo - Manually adjust the damper in the room ducts by moving the damper handle on the side of each duct. There will be different heating and cooling settings. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c218-7.jpg - color photo - This is the master zoning control which receives the signals from the zone thermostats and controls each damper and the furnace and central air conditioner. - Photo credit - Zonex
270 - Seal attic entrance	- c270-1.jpg- color photo - This shows the assembled cardboard box over the attic entrance opening. When the stairs are unfolded and you are entering the attic, just lift off the box and place it to the side. - Photo credit - Battic Door - c270-2.jpg - color photo - This close-up view of the cardboard box shows how well it seals again the the attic floor to block air leakage. - Photo credit - Battic Door - c270-3.jpg - color photo - When the attic entrance cover is zipped closed, it seals very well. Notice the extra thick insulation in attic with just standard insulation under the floor immediately around the entrance. - Photo credit - InsulSure - c270-4.jpg - color photo - Once you lower the folding stairs, climb up and unzip the cover to enter the attic. Notice how well it is attached the attic floor. - Photo credit - InsulSure - c270-5.jpg - color photo - This lightweight foam (similar to a cooler) attic entrance cover insulates and reduces air leakage. - Photo credit - Atticap - c270-6.jpg - color photo - This is the attic entrance cover in Dulley's home. Notice the black weatherstripping on the top of the molding and the foam insulation on top of the cover. - Photo credit - James Dulley
322 - Dishwashers	- c322-1.jpg- color photo - This efficient dishwasher uses three spray arms to clean all the dishes from many directions. - Miele - c322-2.jpg - color photo - The front of this dishwasher matches the cabinets and the exterior digital controls allow you to follow the progression of the cycle. - Photo credit - Miele - c322-3.jpg - color photo - Upper flat tray provides room for more cutlery and more effective cleaning. - Photo credit - Miele - c322-4.jpg - color photo - Stainless steel exterior has thin coating of glass for easier cleaning. The interior tub is also made of stainless steel. - Photo credit - Miele - c322-5.jpg - color photo - This stainless steel front dishwasher has an automatic soil sensor (turbidity) technology, five wash cycles: Auto, Heavy, Normal, Short, Rinse and three wash options: Hi-Temp, Delay, and Sanitize. - Photo credit - Dacor