HVAC systems such as air conditioning units need a vacuum set on the system before refrigerant is released. A good vacuum pump will remove airborne moisture and or non-condensable from the system and will boil off moisture. The deeper the vacuum, the lower the micron level, which is needed for an HVAC system to last… Read More »
Heating and cooling a mobile home can defer from a standard home. From the installation of an HVAC system to the build of the mobile home itself, some things differ from a conventional home. Installation of an HVAC system into a mobile can often be easier since they are usually not set on a slab… Read More »
Wiring Mini Split Inside Control Wires Wiring a Mini Split Electric AC Items Needed Disconnect Box Types of Wire Gauge for Mini Split Wiring a Disconnect Box To Mini Split Wiring from Breaker Panel to the Disconnect Box Wiring up a mini split HVAC unit is not difficult but does require some basic electrical knowledge.… Read More »
Capacitors are used in HVAC to help electrical motors to start and keep running smoothly. They are low-cost components that come in multiple packages, shapes, and sizes. What are Start Run Capacitors? A Start Capacitor holds a charge to start a motor moving. A Run Capacitor keeps a motor running smoothly with no big up… Read More »
Checking the AMP Draw of electric motors is important in HVAC for troubleshooting or testing a potential problem. Furnace blower motors and condensing fan motors Amp draw are checked to see if they are Over-Amping or, in some cases, Under-Amping. Every electric motor has a set Amp and voltage rating that the motor should run… Read More »
HVAC gauges are a very important part of troubleshooting, fixing, and repairing heating and cooling systems. Understanding how they work is one of the more crucial things a technician will need to know. Below is a basic overview of how HVAC manifold gauges work, along with pictures. What are HVAC Gauges? HVAC gauges are a… Read More »
A mini split with an E6 error usually indicates a communication error. Of course, be sure to check the manual for your specific unit, and if in doubt, call a professional. This includes Pioneer, Cooper&Hunter, Carrier and more units but be sure to check the error codes for your specific unit. There can be a… Read More »
If you have a mini split that leaks water inside your home, it likely needs some basic maintenance to stop it from leaking. Fixing the problem often falls in the do-it-yourself category for a handy type of person. Of course, if in doubt, call a professional. What Causes a Mini Split to Leak and Drip… Read More »
If you have an HVAC system that has a single dual round capacitor, it can be split into two separate capacitors. Two separate single capacitors can be installed when a dual round has failed. First of all, I don’t suggest doing this, and it is only a quick fix when you don’t have the correct… Read More »
Not all air conditioners have the same quality when it comes to the noise they make. Some are barely noticeable, while others can create a racket that can become annoying, to say the least. Through-the-wall air conditioning units are no exception and are the loudest, along with window-mounted units. They are the loudest because the… Read More »