Understanding Basic & Advanced HVAC

Discussion Topics:

Regulation, Codes and Standards

• New Energy Efficiency Standards (S.E.E.R.)
• EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act – CAMT requirement

Refrigerants

• CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs, Inorganics
• Zeotropic and Azeotropic Refrigerant Mixtures
• Refrigerant Safety Including R-410a

Major AC&R System Components

• Evaporator
• Compressor
• Condenser
• Metering (Expansion) Device

System Diagnostics, Servicing & Troubleshooting

• Service Tools and Equipment
• Manifold Gauge Set
• Recovery Machine
• Vacuum Pump
• Micron Gauge
• Leak Detection Equipment
• Recovering Refrigerant
• Charging the AC&R System
• Diagnosis, Common Failures, and Remedies
• Energy Conservation & Operating Efficiency

Instructor: Joe Wiek