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When filling a water heater tank, open the cold water valve (on left) to begin filling the tank and turn on one or two faucets for hot water (right), allowing air to escape from the tank.

When filling a water heater tank, open the cold water valve (on left) to begin filling the tank and turn on one or two faucets for hot water (right), allowing air to escape from the tank.
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When installing blinds, use the manufacturer’s instructions to mark the locations of the mounting brackets at the top of the window with a perpendicular line.

When installing blinds, use the manufacturer’s instructions to mark the locations of the mounting brackets at the top of the window with a perpendicular line.
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When installing piping and wiring, do not block access to the filter

When installing piping and wiring, do not block access to the filter
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When ordering window blinds, take height measurements in three locations and use the longest height measurement; add at least 2 inches for outside-mount blinds.

When ordering window blinds, take height measurements in three locations and use the longest height measurement; add at least 2 inches for outside-mount blinds.
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When ordering window blinds, take width measurements in three locations and use the shortest width measurement.

When ordering window blinds, take width measurements in three locations and use the shortest width measurement.
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When placing a heat pump water heater, things to consider include the ease of making connections for the water, electrical, and condensate line; accessing the air filter and display screen; and ensuring that a side discharge fan won’t blow against a wall.

When placing a heat pump water heater, things to consider include the ease of making connections for the water, electrical, and condensate line; accessing the air filter and display screen; and ensuring that a side discharge fan won’t blow against a wall.
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When the water heater is mostly drained, tip the water heater so that the remaining water in the tank slopes towards the drain valve; a scrap piece of wood can help to hold it at an angle.

When the water heater is mostly drained, tip the water heater so that the remaining water in the tank slopes towards the drain valve; a scrap piece of wood can help to hold it at an angle.
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When using a theatrical fog machine to detect duct leakage, point the fog stream toward the outer edge of the test fan opening to avoid fouling the fan motor and pressure taps

When using a theatrical fog machine to detect duct leakage, point the fog stream toward the outer edge of the test fan opening to avoid fouling the fan motor and pressure taps
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When using a theatrical fog machine to detect duct leakage, point the fog stream toward the outer edge of the test fan opening to avoid fouling the fan motor

When using a theatrical fog machine to detect duct leakage, point the fog stream toward the outer edge of the test fan opening to avoid fouling the fan motor
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Whole House Mechanical Ventilation Design and Installation as Though Health Matters

Whole House Mechanical Ventilation Design and Installation as Though Health Matters
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Wind Resistant Roof Systems

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Windows are installed in new framing in preparation for adding exterior spray foam insulation

Windows are installed in new framing in preparation for adding exterior spray foam insulation
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With the blinds assembly placed in desired location, temporarily place a mounting bracket near one end of the headrail.

With the blinds assembly placed in desired location, temporarily place a mounting bracket near one end of the headrail.
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WPPI GreenMax-Chambers Residence: Near Zero Energy Monitoring Summary

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Wrong - Batt insulation does not provide complete coverage across the attic floor so ceiling joists are exposed resulting in thermal bridging.

Wrong - Batt insulation does not provide complete coverage across the attic floor so ceiling joists are exposed resulting in thermal bridging.
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Wrong - Batt insulation installed backward

Wrong - Batt insulation installed backward
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Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly

Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly
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Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly

Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly
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Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly

Wrong - Cavity insulation not installed properly
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Wrong - Ceiling air barrier not properly installed

Wrong - Ceiling air barrier not properly installed
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Wrong - Ceiling insulation is not completely installed and air barrier is missing.

Wrong - Ceiling insulation is not completely installed and air barrier is missing.
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Wrong - Flex duct pinched by bracing

Wrong - Flex duct pinched by bracing
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Wrong - Insulation does not fill double wall cavity

Wrong - Insulation does not fill double wall cavity
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Wrong - Insulation does not fill double wall cavity

Wrong - Insulation does not fill double wall cavity