Helping Another Contractor Install A YORK Heat Pump | HVAC Life

[@ricardomorais4356]

*Great with keeping my 1st floor **Fastly.Cool** . Had a little struggle getting it to sit properly in my small window but once I got it situated it works perfectly.*

[@MrBdogg317]

I’ve been an hvac tech for 27 years now and I always fine your videos pretty spot on. Young techs can learn a lot from you.

[@jameswolff2120]

I learn new things every time I watch his videos.

[@sukhjitkular3267]

please reply me, does heat pump require piston in the line set?

[@jhatfield2755]

Yeah he’s spot on he does things the ethical and right way

[@Silky_boi]

Cool that you prepped the air handler, most guys just hang out all day on condenser island 🏝

[@justinrichard4190]

lmao, so true

[@snpdg1]

😅😅😅

[@FreebornOutdoors]

I work with a guy like that he won't even come inside most of the time

[@Silky_boi]

@@FreebornOutdoors looks like he’s stuck on the island bruddah!

[@kellyrabon4340]

Condenser island is where my guys love to be !!Especially those late July early august days .

[@dontarguewithfools]

I love the tip on cleaning the pipe before cutting. Little tips like this go unnoticed by most.

[@drewE46]

brother im 21 and have been doing hvac a little over a year now, started as a helper in residential and just never left haha. but your videos help so much! thank you for taking the time out of your day to make these. stay cool!

[@HonestyHVAC]

Same!

[@teeg3275]

Hell yeah brotha 20 here 2 years strong

[@2004elcamino]

Go union. Best decision I’ve ever made. Local 533

[@HonestyHVAC]

@@2004elcamino yupppp absolutely, about to be 3rd period apprentice making more than all the non union techs at my first shop

[@drewE46]

@@2004elcamino damn bro I need to look into that

[@Sway1177]

Considered HVAC for a split second till I realized how many creepy crawlies you have to deal with. Great vids keep it up

[@newstart49]

Been at it for 48 years- 31 years with my own company. This was a great install and done properly. I would hire you to install for me on the spot! Keep up the great work!!

[@danielpease6623]

I’ve had 9 service vehicles over 33 years. Only one was a pickup truck. If you’re an installer or contractor, nothing beats a van for efficiency and security.

[@dillonlexington]

Personally not a fan of the van, I like the service bodies, not having to dig around for anything. Just my opinion, not saying you are wrong.

[@1022hard]

Love the quality of the your presentation! Retired for a while now and I sure could have benefited from this new generation of tools that you use in the installation process. Very well organized and an excellent training video for the newer tech!

[@SomeRandomdude857]

FYI. That hole with the thermostat wire in the outdoor unit is a factory hole

[@keithkyle7049]

That’s what I was thinking, I believe it’s for the temp sensor for the thermostat.

[@ajlewis4562]

I wish more HVAC companies were like yours. So tired of all the sleezy salesmen and techs robbing people of money. This gives me hope for the trade still. Keep it up

[@HonestyHVAC]

Thanks for that 80psi tip for linseset longer than what condenser accounts for, definitely remember that one

[@MrGates-ly7qv]

I’ve never seen that done. Is the rule of thumb only for heat pumps or do you use it for straight cool as well?

[@AJ-sh8uv]

Starting my first HVAC job tomorrow. I know very little about how to install a unit, but this helpful in showing me what goes into it. Thanks

[@Se_pasan]

How’s the job going?

[@tylerwinchester6744]

Great work. I own a heating and air business in West Tn. You do really good work. Good to see people like us doing great installs!

[@mikeantj]

There is nothing better than having two quality techs coming together to complete a job. A buddy of mine whom I used to work with landed side job to do a furnace and a.c. swap out. It's so nice working with someone who isn't just a helper. There was zero stress involved on both of our ends and the job came out fantastic. I did my thing and he did his ... we both worked as if we were reading each other's mind, if that makes sense then you guys know what I'm talking about. Nice job Zach, I too work out of a pickup and am looking for a tonneau cover but I have a toolbox and can't live without it. I also have a regular cab so no room in the backseat for tools

[@miguelramirez4274]

Greetings from Mexico. I'd like to know how to start in the HVAC world. I install, repair and give mantainance to air conditioning, but I want to learn More, sadly we are far from USA in this field. Thanks for showing us this videos, they encourage people like me to learn even more about HVAC. Excuse my english.

[@tylero8595]

Broski, you need a van. I have 7 techs in 7 vans. When I first started out I was working out of my truck too. Was unsure of making the commitment to a van. Best decision I ever made. 2 and half years after the first one, I now have 7 with 3 more on order. The van frees you up beyond anything I ever imagined. It has allowed me to grow my business more than anything else. Your work and skills are clean for sure boss. Noice.

[@woodyfx]

I love the pride you take in your work. passing along your personal desire for clean and attractive Visual presentation and organization to your customer is inspiring. You do things for your client the way you would want them done for your own home. Bravo. Don’t ever change bro.

[@DanielLopez-dm9on]

Just had to give you a big thanks for teaching me a lot during my HVAC college program.

[@joshlopez1975]

I love how you have all the proper tools and you pretty much have the best ones too 👍 beautiful install

[@billjohnson6168]

Glad to see you take pride in your work and make it look good. As a home owner with OCD, that is a huge deal.

[@vanhalenman60]

nice job. i totally diassagree with wrapping the lineset around the original way was equal opposite with badges on each corner but thats a personal preference.

[@not.enoughto.go.around6176]

The way he did it allowed both units look identical. Which is more pleasing to the eye. The only criticism i would have is if the unit was extremely close to the wall but from the video the outdoor unit is more than service-ability.

[@vanhalenman60]

@@not.enoughto.go.around6176 yeah definitely didnt look like 18". but as for the install thats why i said personal preference. most of my customers in my area would usually prefer it my way because it just looks symmetrical. that and in socal especially homeowners was to see as little line set as possible.

[@FreebornOutdoors]

I agree I always like on 2 system jobs to have the service panels/lineset ports facing eachother

[@caru3257]

I like to keep the linesets as short as possible.

[@Darzulja1985]

After my Procter hopefully ill have my 608 learned it in less then 24 hours watching your videos now . trying to get into the industry.

[@keithsac2542]

All of your videos are very professionally done. Some of the best on youtube.

[@rj.parker]

The reason for the W to W-Out from the defrost board is it allows the defrost board to disable electric heat when the ambient is high, usually configured as the balance point at 35f or 40f. Manually initiated Emergency heat is a W call without a Y call which the defrost board defines as a W-Out regardless of ambient. Some York defrost boards will also stage electric heat if available and will allow a PipeFreeze protection timer after 4 hours of heat pump failure when ambient is below 40f.

[@Alienspecies635]

I’ve asked 20 people that and they had no idea. Couldn’t figure it out. What does it get wires too inside the unit!

[@rottiev264]

I don’t like that about York, if the outdoor board fails they have no back up heat, can’t get the customer to put in emergency heat, you have to go and re-wire it

[@joshuaseaton4526]

@@rottiev264 Yep, had that issue a few times. Reinventing the wheel rarely is a good thing.

[@ThePete2432]

Thanks for the 80 psi of refrigerant tip… I’ve always stumbled after the vacuum on a split install

[@DavidHernandez-gt9bo]

Super organized as usual .clean job , strong skill sets always present . 👍

[@The73rdSecret]

That's a really cool setup for your truck bed

[@nicholasadair7787]

My favorite HVAC KZbinr. I’m 19 and in my last year of trade school. Love watching your videos on the side. Love the tips and quality work you do!

[@coreymadden3650]

I install york everyday gotta love it

[@arodandjeter1]

Love the way you pressure test. If I had a dollar for everytime someone told me all I needed was 200-250 psi on 410a, I'd be rich😂

[@MrBdogg317]

I like how you got your truck set up. You just gave me an idea

[@examishboi613]

Quality HVACR. The name says it all! I am in the Construction trade and I'm always in awe of your knowledge and expertise when I watch your videos. Well done and great job!

[@b-2466]

Zac makes hvac work look so easy. Clean work man.

[@aaronburke2469]

Love the longer "on the job" type videos. What is your thoughts on flushing linesets when switching equipment from R22 to 410a?

[@MichOutdoors]

^

[@tomraines7398]

that was my question too, was the old system R22 and if so, did you flush the lineset, I'm just learning and would assume you would have to

[@jonschrock1411]

Manual says too…

[@justinrichard4190]

when its an attic unit, i flush in the attic so im not fighting gravity. flushing from ground doesnt really do much.

[@brandonharg2662]

Not flushing it, WILL contaminate the 410a. They don't play well with each other. It may not show immediately, but over time and depending if you used the existing coil or not, will start to cause havoc and break down the equipment. The reason that I mentioned the coil, is that the oils from the old r-22 will stay in it, low areas. New coil: the line opened at both ends will eventually drain a majority of it out, but there will be residual amounts left on the lineset walls.

[@jonathanwillard171]

The music makes me feel like im watching a 80s movie. Nice clean work 👍

[@maracservices]

Love how old school the American units look. They just look simple and reliable. I like it 👍🏻

[@randybobandy9828]

Nah.. These large split units suck. They are pretty inefficient, but that might be due mostly to the ducting. I like nice compact mini splits. Much more quite, only downside is they are poor at air filtration .

[@luishidalgo24]

I really enjoyed it… I like your videos!! I’m working to be as good as you on my installs.

[@IceWhiteice22]

I know right, I tend to rush at times and it causes me to not have the good look at I would like sometimes.

[@luishidalgo24]

I don’t know but he knows how to manage it, make a nice looking install and also have the time to make a video out of it. Really nice!! I’ll love to work with him. I’m a self-employee doing Hvac for 3 years now by myself and I always take this channel as a reference for my future jobs.

[@fdtruck125]

Awesome video and as for your truck look into a roll out bed you will never have to roll up your cover and it locks into place and rolls all the way out to get all your tools and you can use it as a work surface

[@baitcasterdisaster8981]

Now that’s the style of video that made me really like your channel in the beginning. Just clean by the book installation work and best of all none of those garbage RLS press fittings. It doesn’t take much extra time to remove the cores, which should be done before brazing anyway, hook up a bottle of nitrogen and purge while brazing. And when done right, a braze joint is going to last pretty much forever. Those gaskets in those press fittings I’m not so sure. Hell maybe they last just as long but I’m not going to find out. Brazing has been around a whole lot longer and it’s fun. Not to mention, the manufacturer is not sending out no systems with a bunch of press fittings. Actually, I’ve never seen a press fitting on any of the new systems I install and service. That tells me all I need to know. I will NEVER use that crap. Also I’m not paying for or charging my customers for the outrageous prices of the tool or the fittings. Don’t get me wrong I have some high end tools pretty much everything you have and I don’t mind spending money on tools but that’s one tool I’m not gonna buy. The only time I could see it being even remotely necessary is if you have a bunch of brazing to do in a hospital or something like that where you have to get a hot work permit and alert the fire department to do the work. Even still, I’m getting the permits and using my torch.

[@jakeofalltrades2]

Very nice work, glad to see you use a torch!

[@astros_hvacllc4702]

you make it look so easy lol thank for the info brother GOD BLESS YOU

[@AbuIbrahim84]

very useful, always liking your videos. thank you.

[@jonstebbins5115]

I’m looking into getting my license, been doing it for 20 years now. Good job on the videos.

[@Ghostriderz911]

For your truck i suggest to put a bed cap and a drawer on bearings for your tools.

[@mitchdenner9743]

Bed cap = no dirtbikes😥

[@bobboscarato1313]

Get a van; I had p/u trucks, thieves help themselves to refrigerants, rigs etc.

[@apa7611]

I got that same bed cover it’s pretty sweet

[@alexschwallenberg9540]

Great install. The only problem I have is that you changed the orientation of the condenser. Would have looked the exact same and would be easier for service if both the units service ports were in the same location. Better and more efficient for maintenance.

[@mrcoollu9662]

This looks good 👍🏾 looks like I am going to step up to Hvac and find a Union to pay for the school currently I do maintenance service for a garden style property we have a lot of these hvac out side I need to be certified

[@tstatech]

Say what you will about York. Nicest looking equipment on the market. Paint lasts longer than any other brand.

[@christiancrawford6017]

Hey! I’m about to enter a apprentice program here in Hendersonville! Love your channel! Keep doing your thing! Let’s connect brother!

[@jacoblowe5424]

Try the new kflex insulation its uv proof very nice product 👌 never have to worry about it dry rotting

[@johnwalker890]

Good job Zack.

[@timgoihl]

When did you put the valve cores back in? They seem to be laying on the side even after the 410 was going in....

[@Aepek]

Very nice install and bends👍🏻 well done! Scott brown channel has paddo (not sure of spelling) did a truck bed slide out sled for his packout and think May like it, if give it a check. Vid from before he moved thinking around November- December (sorry don’t have link). Anyway, congrats in new wheels, as I’m sure your loving it ✌🏻

[@izdiharmuayyad8851]

Big fan from Malaysia

[@samalmo]

Bro, sick vehicle setup, but I could never get away with something like that in Progressive Seattle :( Love the videos! Keep up the great work!

[@lyndonlakhansingh]

Just got an sman 480,thanks for the tightness tip 👍 did not know about it.

[@logicalrat]

Use the temperature probe for OAT and itll even adjust for changes in temp

[@lyndonlakhansingh]

@@logicalrat What is OAT ?

[@lyndonlakhansingh]

@@logicalrat outside air temp ?

[@logicalrat]

@@lyndonlakhansingh yup, outdoor ambient temp

[@bobboscarato1313]

Hello Zack: Can you install an alarm to protect all your tools and equipment in cargo area? I looks like some bad apple can use a knife and cut it wide open!

[@treynewawlins504]

Always real neat

[@JimKimTheIdeaHunters]

Really appreciate the explanations of each step. Also great soundtrack👍🔥

[@thesilentonevictor]

Great install Zack 👌

[@bronzechicken4437]

You can tell someone tried getting that old unit going. Don't forget to save that new Titan capacitor.

[@beaverdamservices]

The air handler is the fun part! Lol

[@not.enoughto.go.around6176]

Depends😂 where im from theyll stick the A/H just about anywhere in the attic. Doesnt matter if you have to walk across the darn house to get to it.

[@johnmflores85]

Nice work man came out really nice.

[@LanceClive]

clean work

[@urbanojuarez3268]

Can you do an install trailer set up video ?thank you

[@choreuviz]

Why isn’t necessary install a dryer filter? Amazing content bro! Keep going, thank you. Sorry for my bad English.

[@keithmcdonnell169]

The filter drier comes pre installed in the outdoor unit

[@Brettyhoe1289]

I love that you’re such a perfectionist. Never see menses like you

[@jsmitty4675]

My company has that swag kit dude it is very handy.

[@russoley8995]

You do nice neat work

[@vinnymac1]

I'm in California. I'm wondering if I should get a heat pump instead of traditional ac unit. Doing a complete change over. What do you think.

[@zahedaminullah6934]

Good video as always!

[@NathanVogt]

What a great video. Nice job

[@americanmovement4334]

Great job!

[@karlschoen7297]

Good clean work,

[@WheretheJones]

Was wondering if you could point me in the right direction. In the planning stages of building a block home on a slab in Florida. Looking for for the best possible (electric powered)set up without unneeded redundancy to do the following. Ductless Cooling / Heating Pool Heating Normal Household Hot Water Is there a way to efficiently do the above without 3 separate systems?

[@jvsmeds]

I love how organized you are and the quality of your work and work ethic! I have two questions related to this job. Was the old unit R410A existing? I noticed you didn’t flush out the line set. Second do you guys not need heat pump stands for outdoor units in Tennessee? Here in Connecticut if we don’t use them and the outdoor coil freezes up and breaks it voids the warranty. Looking forward to more of your videos, you definitely have great ideas for tools and cleanliness all of us hvac guys can learn from

[@Chemp95]

Hey not knocking you for testing that high but by the book test limit for the scroll compressor is much lower. Something about the plugs blowing out of them at high test pressures.

[@robertm2172]

Did ya flush the old line set? You did have it laying in the dirt plus it was probably all contaminated from before

[@alexdickerson8356]

Have you noticed any contamination from refrigerant has messed up your vacuum gauge? I have the older field piece one and it always seems to read differently once it has had refrigerant on its sensor.

[@jericosha2842]

I have a newer bluvac and it seems after 2 jobs it needs cleaned.

[@sean7193]

Hey not trying to nit pick, but more of a question - When you cut the suction line coming out of the house you did not debur it before attaching your new chunk of pipe. does this really matter?

[@OnePointLander]

Saw this too, probably because it was hard to deburr without the shavings getting stuck.

[@sean7193]

@@OnePointLander I pack a small vacuum for this purpose.

[@ZBeard89]

What nitrogen regulator is that? Looks nice for flowing nitrogen in when brazing.

[@special_k-hvac]

What model gauges are those? I see you have the wireless temp clamps I don't like the k- type wired clamps because of how long the cords are

[@edwardwood6127]

Does the X/L in the wiring diagram represent aux heat?

[@APECK636]

How you like the new york stuff? That's all I install. The 95 plus furnaces are the easiest to install imo. I'm still debating quitting my day job and go full time my self. Or to go work for a college by me doing maintenance since they have great pay and benefits. Then I can still do installs on the weekends. I also teach night class 2 nights a week at a trade school that I'm alumni at lol. I dont know what to do!

[@robertlamey7612]

Great job. Could you do a video on how you make the copper u-bend with the ratcheting bender please sir 🙏

[@snpdg1]

I have a york new heatpump and the piping is make a vibrating sound . Only in heatpump

[@Dyllanes_Ingeniero]

Hi, GREETINGS FROM MÉXICO 🇲🇽 excelent, good Job. Im your fan. What camera 🎥 do you use?????? Because is Wonderful. Thanks

[@goobermcgoobs7589]

Yorks residential units has got to be the biggest trash I’ve ever worked on. I’m so over changing condenser motors and defrost boards and hp switches

[@DavidHernandez-gt9bo]

Nice truck forgot to mention !

[@josuevazquez8394]

what are those allen keys that you have on your klein mini ratchet?? need em thanks

[@TexasStateMechanical]

Good work man

[@hvactechwanttobe1499]

Good job Zack What temperature do you expect to see on a 30° day emergency heat with 15 KW

[@kadimasolucoeseletricasefe8358]

Muito bacana os seus vídeos irmão ,aqui no Brasil também é assim, um grande abraço....

[@taylorgoodson7229]

When you help another contractor do a Install? How do you pay each other? I have a buddy me and him both one man operations and help each other out? Didn’t know how y’all bid that into the job or how well you pay each other for the help?

[@jovanny5321]

Where can I buy that cool pump down tool you have?

[@jovanny5321]

Seriously!

[@jrodamos]

19:27 Charging liquid to suction?

[@7277AdiBoy]

Will the 410 mess up the Fieldpiece vacuum gauge?? I saw you breaking vacuum with 80 psi of 410 before removing the gauge of the liquid line. I have the SVG3 and it got ruined using the same technique you are doing in this video.

[@testtesting2868]

I was wondering the same exact thing. For some reason, he hasn't answered this...

[@toddchernesky9589]

Good job on the video, I bet editing took longer than the install. Got a link for that dolly and that wire caddy thing?

[@dillonlexington]

Quick question, in Tenn does code not require "snow legs" or pump ups on Heat pumps? It is a requirement here, and we are close geographically. Thanks for posting.

[@Ghostriderz911]

We put them too in canada but we get more snow obviously

[@drodriguez394]

I doubt a inspector is coming by checking in on the install……. It’s not new construction

[@dillonlexington]

@@drodriguez394 Really????? Our stuff is inspected on 90 percent of changeouts as well, as is all the contractors in my area, must be nice to be where you are at where not inspected, which I am alright with, as I do my job correctly, I was simply asking a question.

[@drodriguez394]

@@dillonlexington I live in Philadelphia. Inspector comes down if you draw permits. But you don’t need permits to buy equipment…

[@drodriguez394]

@@dillonlexington I live in Philadelphia. Obviously the inspector comes by if you draw a permit…. But who knows you’re doing the change out if you don’t draw a permit. You don’t need a permit to buy equipment