HVAC: How To Clean A Commercial Air Conditioner (Condenser/Evaporator Coil Cleaning) Acid Wash RTU

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Spider-Man on a church roof doing acid and McGuyvering 120V AC power 😝😎 Seriously, nice to see a pro that cares about his work. Great rinse tool there. Imagine how many of these units exist across the country...

[@JumpermanTech]

Your comment got me cracking up hahaha Need power somehow and a little acid won't hurt anyone🤪🤪🤪 LOL I definitely care about my work & keeping people comfortable. This unit is from 1998 & still kicking! Needs to be taken care of💯 Thanks for watching and commenting. Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@thatmouththo286]

Good job going above and beyond. Most so called techs would leave that excess water, much tech respect.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! I always try my best. You're right about that. Respect to you too & I appreciate the feedback 🙏 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@dimaslespier2688]

Nice job on the coils. Here’s a tech tip for you. We typically remove the entire roof of the unit. And use the same chemical on the evaporator coil. I know it clearly says not for evaporator coils on the label. But we use 16 oz to one gallon of water mix on the evaporator coils come out like new. Just a tech tip from the Long Island Trane techs.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! Appreciate the tip. Definitely need a good rinse if using this chemical as it is harsh and can eat away the coil over time. Taking off the top would definitely help. This is the only chemical that truly washes the coils well from my experience. Thanks for watching & commenting 🙌

[@dimaslespier2688]

@Ben C sounds like an older trane or carrier. In any case it gets cleaned the same way. If you can to move the outer casing and fan wash from the inside out. If you can’t or don’t know how to do that do the best you can with a hose. Through the outer casing. Just take your time.

[@sethcallahan5962]

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[@dallascowboys2757]

You don't need to remove it they make a wand for it that's a waste of time

[@relaxationparadise4466]

How much time on average does it take to do an entire cleaning of the coils?

[@MikeSnap85]

There is something about cleaning that really sooths the soul. 😁 I'd love it if you could do a comparison at the end, pictures before and after.✌

[@davebrunson125]

Finally a youtuber that cleaned a unit right!

[@kizito8888]

Good work. HVAC techs expose themselves to many hazards. I would hate to find out what diseases we’ve picked up from exposure. God bless us.

[@viborgvee8399]

I would do anything to have a job like this and to clean dryer vents, air vacs, so on, I don’t mind about exposure, because I love all the different aromas and I love the feeling of sand and dust so much, even breathing it in, I love the way it feels.

[@kizito8888]

@@viborgvee8399 It's the refrigerants, chemicals, electricity, weather, bugs and much more.

[@jaronloar1762]

​@@kizito8888I'm going to add greasy floors, dust inhalation, and fall risks lol! We definitely have it rough, but it can definitely be worth it! 🙂

[@kizito8888]

@@jaronloar1762 Depends on who you work for. Every tech deserves a good company.

[@blackbear92201]

Very helpful tips. I love the portable garden hose idea with the bucket and pump. thanks for posting! :D

[@JumpermanTech]

You're very welcome & thank you! That little machine is so helpful 💯 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@JamesJohnson-em9pc]

Great job, on new units with a lot of electronics connecting the neutral to the ground also all current to return back on the ground. This can kill sensitive electrical parts. Works great on older but some newer units can be costly . The vacuuming was definitely an extra step that makes for a really good job.

[@joeyork9891]

I was about to say the same.

[@lennonpearson]

Great video! I was worried the portablaster wouldn’t be good enough for rooftop units. I just bought one and will be doing my first cleanings. Thanks from Canada!

[@nicholasbooth6380]

Great job bro I like how you take the time out to do a professional job service 👍

[@kevinhansen9151]

Dude the reason the condenser foamed like that when it didn't look that dirty is because it has to be split apart... Even what you cleaned there is a blanket in between the coil

[@txtmodcarlo]

Just a tip blasting with water from the inside out, you will use less water and less effort on rinsing the coils.

[@thehelpinghandsatvans]

0:14 If everyone could try to only see the positive things in life the entire world would be a muc better place. That's not an assumption we all know what we are doing when we send out in the universe a negative intentional comment directed at someone that's only trying to be helpful to others. Once everyone is happy and genuinely mindful of others we all will rise up as we are all connected. GREAT VID

[@benjaminwoodward2362]

I love watching your content man. It’s always very interesting. Keep it up!

[@Deepakthakurrr]

woohoo wow brother love your work from India 🇮🇳

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. Hello to India and love from New York City! Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@Djkyle65]

Its amazing building owners dont spec out a hose spigot on the roof I cant imagine it would cost that much when they are building the building

[@JumpermanTech]

It really would be nice to have a nearby water hose connection. Haha yeah seriously. Time for an upgrade? I think so! Thanks for watching & commenting 👍 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@Engineer9736]

Not sure about US installations, but at least here in Europe you should never use ground as a neutral. It will pop the GFCI, disabling multiple if not all circuits in the building. Afaik in the USA they don’t have whole-building GFCI’s but it’s still not a good practice. You should use a proper neutral as neutral 🙂 If the ground is not properly made in the subpanel, you could put the casing of every single device in the building under 115v, which is a big hazard.

[@ohchayzee]

I am a power washer for tnt services and I clean the condensers with a power washer. Just the screen though obviously. In the room we go In behind the fans and spray them out. It’s a rush of water into the room too most drains suck. Cool how I learned something new today. Thanks for posting will subscribe

[@ohchayzee]

Also we spray from beneath the condensers forgot to add

[@ohchayzee]

Also (I’m drunk sorry lol) we do condensers for big freezers and refrigerators for Kroger stores mostly. We spray the bottom with a special tip I call a shank. It has 2 high pressure 45 degree angle nozzles on each end. I drive a pickup hauling a trailer full of water and they will always have a water hook up. If you don’t have a key the maintenance guy will. Usually the head guy runs every store in the state I’m in Ohio for example. He will know everything. I would climb up the roof hatch with only a rope at first and tie that off and throw it off the edge and tie off. I’d attached my gun to that rope and haul the gun up also 700 to 1200ft of hose. Just a little tip idk if you guys even do those bids or not.

[@stevenmoomey2115]

If the customer wasn’t willing to pay for an extra guy, to handle a long hose run and booster pump monitoring, we refused the job. We weren’t going to pay for damaging a roof, because the coil cleaner wasn’t throughly diluted and rinsed away, when rinsing the coils. On foaming coil cleaners use a few drops of Calgon De-Foamer, to aid in rinsing the unit out.

[@Janijauzaa]

Nice videos mate! I use usually in condensers that are outside just high pressure air. In kitchen theres usually grese so yes you need chemicals to clean that. But atleast here in Finland outside condeser contains only dust and dirt. Like i dont see any reason to wash it with chemicals.

[@kennethlobo4420]

Great job .love the way you work.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! Appreciate your support & thanks for watching. Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@md929]

Good job! You're a great worker and work smart.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the comment 🙏 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@chavomoore5363]

I’m getting my EPA soon. Can do a video on superheat and sub cooling and a pump down. On a these unit. It would be so helpful

[@JumpermanTech]

I made 2 videos on what is superheat/subcooling & how to calculate them. I will leave the links below. Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧 kzbin.info/www/bejne/joLQmYmKmJWkd80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXqrqmpomdd-rpo

[@petelupi]

Awesome video-and-great work ethics.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@sasasimunovic7709]

People with epilepsy love your intro.

[@ThisManTriggeredMe]

I've never appreciated my mute button while watching a video until this one

[@izzybell11]

Great job as always. Helpful and interesting video.

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! Glad you found this video helpful & interesting. Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@kirkhemmings8234]

Love every thing about you 💕 you make me happy you ver good 💕 good job love your work work very Hard

[@MelKibson]

TG540 does wonder on coils, grease, literally anything you can get your hands on

[@JumpermanTech]

I will take a look into that. Thank you! Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@fralex5014]

3:00 „Does not contain acid“ … 5:15 „This acid is no joke“

[@andrewy9892]

As someone who has worked h-vac. Nu-brite will burn the absolute piss out of you lol

[@Nick-zu6bw]

NU bright is not acidic. It is alkaline and yes it will burn you.

[@EagleRace-bz7ln]

Hello.. just start to watch

[@JumpermanTech]

Awesome! Hope you enjoyed 🙂 Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@REFRITEKREFRIGERACION]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 Good job 👍

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you bro! Appreciate you watching🙃 Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@philltafolla]

Viper coil cleaner ain’t got ISH on Nubrite coil cleaner 🤷🏻‍♂️. Been using nubrite for years I don’t think I’ll stop . Good video man shot out from sunny 🌞 California 😃

[@JumpermanTech]

Haha facts 💯 That nubrite is the only thing that does justice on coils. Hello to Cali from New York. I'm actually taking a trip out there in a few weeks & I'm very excited! Thanks for watching & commenting. Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@philltafolla]

@@JumpermanTech Thats right Nubrite all the way . Have fun in sunny California ✌🏼

[@JumpermanTech]

@@philltafolla Facts & thank you! ✌✌✌

[@FernandoPerez-yy7wl]

True technician

[@JumpermanTech]

Haha thank you! Appreciate you🙏 Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@miguelangelpita347]

If the condenser is dirty due to dust, then pressurized water and a biodegradable detergent is the best practice, these liquids ultimately weaken the aluminum fins.

[@neilvestervictor180]

clean and bright

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! This cleaning definitely did some justice! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@fdd7002]

As a technician from one of the major manufacturer I could tell you, using a pig leg for power is dangerous and unprofessional and for the most part I have no idea why your using chemical on that condenser coil, it isn’t that bad. We just use water and maybe simple green if theirs grease

[@wahidshaikh283]

the man who work he enjoyed his work lol

[@Christopher-li7uc]

Never heard of a dialution chart 😂 until today and also have never used a shop vac on a rooftop in 22 years of my hvac career . Not knocking you its just interesting 🤔

[@brucelee248]

Great job, how much I need to pay for this, I need the service like this bro.

[@bennieeban5577]

Can you show us how to split and clean a multi row condenser next time

[@JumpermanTech]

Yes! When I get the chance, I will. You can use this same chemical for the condensing units. Works wonders. Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@Holop88]

Not a good idea splicing in that cord like that. You are sending current through the ground and it could be dangerous if ground is not good enough somewhere down the line.

[@DanhNguyen-sf8zo]

Can you let I know what kind the machine pump you have, thanks

[@JumpermanTech]

It is the SUPCO ZPB140 Port A Blaster HVAC Coil Cleaning Portable Pressure Washer. I will leave a Amazon link below if you'd like to purchase it. Thanks for watching! Supco Port-a-blaster amzn.to/38QGnYN

[@nitroboy2]

eh , you keep saying Acid , but the blue bottle says multipel times "CONTAINS NO ACID"" etc ?

[@peterrudy9207]

How about using a pet hair brush for the dust / dirt on the condenser , they have rubber bristles .

[@MikeJohnson-oc4mu]

That was running on high head? It looked clean, guaranteed it was a split coil that needed to be split and cleaned

[@verdantacres4460]

Awesome quality. Thank you. Wish you were in my city!

[@risangandroid]

Sir. I find your video is so much helpful. I want to ask 1 question, if this chemical was for outdoor only, so what chemical is for indoor? Thank you

[@aburanick]

I think I can answer for him, the 2nd(self rinse chem) is for indoor, we use that for walk-in freezer/cooler, hopefully this helps!

[@hollywood739]

Why not just pull the top off of the unit You will have much better access Plus they make a jumper plug that you can just plug-in to the disconnect so you don’t get a cut up an extension cord

[@TheGpaul]

Never use coil cleaner myself eats coils even knew coil cleaner. Is the power washer dose not bend fins does a great job and quickly

[@frostbite1991]

4:17 Funny you mention that when Nu-Brite says on the bottle it's non-acidic lol.

[@WuhanMoonbat]

Do you need to be licensed to do this?

[@JumpermanTech]

I don't think so but I wouldn't touch these kind of units without experience as they can be dangerous. Thanks for watching!

[@JumpermanTech]

Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@Tanneritefilledfido]

This unit has a splittable coil. That condenser coil i bet is still clogged in the middle

[@IIGrayfoxII]

I dont know why but seeing how you wired the extension up made me feel uneasy. No grounding wires

[@ip5232]

Good video and detail cleaning ,just surprised you still using chemical in commerce applications, ( love to use them) however a few years ago in many of my building I could not get any company small or large to agree to use them, their policy has change and they won't use any ,o understand why, it's a very strong one and ye did it's old it will damage it more but even on new new ones they were not allowed, i only got one company to use a it of simple green that's all. I still use this at home One thing ,if I use it ,i will definitely will need to use a water hose , believe me with that little pressure and little water there's no way you can rinse that chemo correctly, it really has to be soak and rinse and rinse in order to get it all out ,and that is why I guess the companies dont use it because they know techs will leave residue and it will cause damage.

[@ro63rto]

Being that all the dirt in the coils is probably bone dry, would it be better to run a vacuum over them first to get the majority out and then use the cleaner after?

[@JumpermanTech]

Thats a good idea too. Maybe even blow out the coils dry with an air compressor then perform the wash. Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@nathanhurst5155]

Wetting the coil before applying cleaner will help and will clean better. Good job tho

[@JumpermanTech]

Thanks for the tip! I appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching 👍 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@EnragedRamrod]

You take an OSHA course. Shouldn't be doing that with a extension cord. Wish you the best.

[@Holop88]

I had to scroll down a bit to find someone mention about that. He's sending current down the ground which could damage sensitive electronics.

[@DanhNguyen-sf8zo]

Thanks to Jumper man, I just Subscribe your channel

[@JumpermanTech]

You're very welcome! Thank you for subscribing. New videos every weekend 🔧⚡️

[@ares3914]

I would've said taste that drain water while you were cleaning out that drain lol

[@JumpermanTech]

Gross 😂 Thanks for watching & Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@denverbraughler3948]

0:01:06 You have 14 gauge wire on a 40 or 50 amp circuit breaker and no GFCI. And you are standing in water. It wouldn’t meet OSHA requirements. At least you should get a cord with GFCI protection built-in. Using ground for neutral is awful. But since you work alone, you’re not likely to kill anyone else.

[@alimahdavi01]

Very helpful, thanks bro

[@JumpermanTech]

You're very welcome & I'm glad you found this video helpful 👍 Stay tuned for new videos every week⚡🔧

[@noorzaidi220]

Great job broo ...!

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Damn that was nasty , good job 👍👍👍👍👍, I think I’ll look into that pump unit …

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! That pump is great. Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@DanhNguyen-sf8zo]

Thank you for your video, great help, I can’t find where is the capacitor for the compressor on the carrier commercial unit. Can you help me

[@JumpermanTech]

You're very welcome & thank you for watching. If the Carrier unit has 3 phase motors, there would be no capacitors for those components. Thanks for watching & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@shemsiferizi4904]

Nje punen shume e mire, por me interson ajo pumpa qe e perdorni ; Si quhet dhe ku mund te blihet ? Pershendetje

[@habibijaan2828]

Good job 👏

[@ep3360]

I might have missed it. Once you rinse off coil cleaner, how long do you allow to dry before turning ac unit on?

[@JumpermanTech]

You can start it right up but only once the coil is dry will you get an accurate pressure reading. As long as you didn't wet any components like the motors, you'll be good to start right away. Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@qw-]

Not sure if the electrical wiring inside the unit is compliant with modern regulations. Not in my country for sure!

[@mauroaparicio1855]

very good job

[@fastlife866]

Nice job. Was it tripping on high head?

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! It was operating on very high head pressure. Thanks for watching & Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@akm90115]

I do that but with a shovel to clear all the sand from the inside for FIRST!!

[@mikewelch1342]

You should probably go back and edit this and let techs know. And if you haven’t found out yet. You need to pull the top off. Split that coil and then clean it. Use just water to rinse it with good pressure. That may be enough to clean it. If not then use a chemical. Nubrite is harsh. Don’t leave it on so long.

[@kevinhansen9151]

And we haven't learned to clean coils from inside out like air flow?

[@volnov_prankshow]

Так все таки жить или умереть?

[@PhuocNguyen-qm9uh]

i’m do this on my home unit with this texas heat

[@shadorsett]

Hey is there any possible way I could get you to provide a list of all the tools used in video? Providing links on where to purchase these like your product nu Brite would be extremely helpful. I'm just starting a new company's maintenance program and am learning on the go. Thank you very much.

[@armandodeleon5047]

TruTechTools is a good one, got a free micron gauge on one of my orders

[@markgrabowsky1446]

On average how much would a service like this cost per unit if you hired someone out?

[@TedBruckner]

Good humor ! What's the name brand and make of water pressure sprayer used? i couldn't find it online. thanks.

[@cassybear3724]

Nice ❤

[@trackbd1]

What does a job like this normally cost? Thinking about adding this to my house cleaning services

[@JumpermanTech]

Some companies might have a standard price for a wash depending on the type of unit you have or they will charge hourly. Expect the hourly rate for 1 tech to be around $100-$160/Hr depending on the company and they might send out a helper. The job could be priced at around 3-4 hours of labor plus materials. Thanks for watching!

[@JumpermanTech]

These prices are for New York. Each state or city will have different prices

[@Viewsandvibrations]

Am i the only person that splits the coil when they clean it ? Im pretty sure that a double layered condenser coil

[@hermanfabien2620]

Hi Good job. I like the video.what the name of your high pressure machine and where can I get one?

[@Bluecollarrebel]

Let’s Get It Done…😎😎😎

[@JumpermanTech]

Let's gooooo! Thanks for watching bro! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@mansourramzey7711]

i ordered a gallon nu brite, it should be here in 3 days. what do you suggest for one gallon of water ( how much nu brite should i add to one gallon of water) tks

[@jbgaud]

At 1:35, I cannot stop seeing a face in your electric plug.

[@beachboardfan9544]

Whats that stuff do to the roof that its being rinsed on to?

[@JumpermanTech]

I guess we will find out sooner or later 😬😁 The rinse and rain will dilute it. Never heard of an issue using these cleaners🤷‍♂️ Thanks for watching! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@manny6668]

Good job bro. I’m a blue collar brother, HVAC tech from Cali. Just came across your channel. Not knocking on you but you want wash that stuff off the roof. It will eat at the roofing material. But good job bro. If you want to test it put some on your driveway and it will bleach it lol

[@phillippennant4242]

@@JumpermanTech I have been in the coil coating business for nearly 20 years and I have been using Nu Brite. Nu Brite is non corrosive and does not affect the coating product or roof. Anyway nice video.

[@hildisoncarvalho4127]

how much was the jet washer pump do you have the purchase link

[@jannepitkanen9129]

How much did it drop hi side pressure?

[@JumpermanTech]

A good 30 PSIG! Thanks for watching! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@jannepitkanen9129]

@@JumpermanTech 2bar, not bad! I'm from Finland and we use Bar as measurement units (like most of the world) would it be hard to add Bar stamp to video when editing, just to make it littlebit easier to watch and understand ongoing situation without constant convertation tool on other tab? That's not must to have would be nice! Anyway, great videos, and nice skills you have!

[@danielfuentes8458]

Esa hidrolavadora que marca y modelo es amigo

[@JumpermanTech]

Not sure what you said but thank you! Lol. Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@neilvestervictor180]

man on a misson

[@JumpermanTech]

Always haha Thank you for your constant support🙏 You're the best! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@jarrettw9866]

Pretty sure those units are split coils

[@JumpermanTech]

What do you mean by split coils?

[@SilverandCigars]

@@JumpermanTech 1000% they are splitable. If you remove the whole lid of the RTU you will see it has two condensor coils stacked. And on the end of the coils opposite the compressor you will have zip ties holding the coils together. Cut those and you can pull the two coils apart. You need to do this or you're just wasting your time. All Trane voyager above 4 ton I believe are. Carrier has a whole line a units you can split too.

[@Toaster808]

@@JumpermanTech The condenser is made up of two rows that are sandwiched back to back. The col can look clean from the outside and inside, but you can have an actual blanket of garbage sandwiched in between those two layers. You can sit there and spray all day long and you won't get that stuff out unless you pop the top off the unit and actually separate the two halves to spray the dirt out that way. Seen it a hundred times. Use a flashlight to shine through the coil. Also, spend the $100 and get yourself a nu-calgon foaming coil cleaner gun. It's a bit spendy, but well worth it. Only setback in your case is that you need a hose to supply the water for it. Last but not least, it's good practice to wash down the roof after you're done. Especially after using chemicals on a unit. You don't want to leave that stuff sitting on the roof.

[@serezhka2943]

Жить или умереть

[@JumpermanTech]

Da! Good eye! Thanks for watching & Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@BassWhoopinFishingTeam]

3:07 right by your finger. Specifically says “DPES NOT CONTAIN ACID.” This is NOT acid…

[@zzzlll5658]

This is very corrosive, before you start to use it ,you should read MSDS sheet. This is no joke ,I use to use it . Now I use only degreaser.

[@vadim666er]

jump the jam stuck in my head now

[@JumpermanTech]

It's a classic! Haha thanks for watching! Stay safe out there & stay tuned for new videos every week🔧

[@ghassanalniser3261]

How many amps does this air conditioner take?

[@danycastillo104]

how much do you charge to clean them

[@marvinhaglar1973]

All you need are large alligator ciips to get power bro. You're welcome 😊

[@JumpermanTech]

Thank you! The famous cheetah cord! Gotta have one in the truck somewhere 😂 Stay tuned for new videos every week🔧⚡️

[@SneakerToine]

What kind of pump sprayer is that your using to apply the nu brite coil cleaner?