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@petertorressr77252 жыл бұрын
Steve why not check the fittings for leaks with soapy water.
@davidlopan66492 жыл бұрын
Its a 21 y/o system. You would have to take apart all the channels and they are probably old, flimsy and easily crack. The extra hours put into doing that would cost the homeowner a few hundred dollars more.
@petertorressr77252 жыл бұрын
@@davidlopan6649 If it's R22 it will cost a a arm & leg to fill again before the year is out. Why not fix it right.
@jakeandrus6902 жыл бұрын
It's 410a....
@jibaritomx2 жыл бұрын
to find leaks on minisplit turn on heat, nothing shows on cooling...
@EZmonEYmontI2 жыл бұрын
Not a 21 year old system with r410a. Fujitsu is known to leak from their indoor heads.
@ccthepope2 жыл бұрын
Steven doing a little Curly singing from 3 Stooges at the very end! Love it!
@beieber4life2 жыл бұрын
Steve looks like he’s in a good mood today 😎
@danndanley26582 жыл бұрын
Love the videos! Miss Molly could be my co-pilot anyday!
@tbone1987862 жыл бұрын
That's not an 01. You can't tell the age of Fujitsu by the serial number
@markbarnard33402 жыл бұрын
Yes ma'am that comes with our concrete warranty too...warranty is over when his truck leaves your concrete diveway
@irey19782 жыл бұрын
I had a concrete guy say once "he would warranty theft or fire damage. In 40 years of pouring he said "he never paid a claim". Lol
@joshuapoche51372 жыл бұрын
Steve you gotta watch those mini splits. Ive changed more exv's then ive had leaks. The exv is located in the condenser so it shows ice on those lines when they go bad.
@Falcon-eh8tq2 жыл бұрын
Steve on newer splits you should weigh the charge out, then weigh in the factory charge - it only takes a few minutes. it will modulate everything it needs to.. It has sensors, thermistors everywhere. attatched to the 2 way and 3 way zone valves, the EEV in the head unit controls superheat compressor and condenser fan modulate to adjust subcooling.. You can slowly add 3 oz at time with the head unit on max fan speed lowest temperature setting until you get 54F air coming out of it. Work for Carrier and Fujitsu and bosch dealer
@moonlightacmaintenance32322 жыл бұрын
Do they have a test mode or charge mode to ramp everything up to full load for charging ?
@Falcon-eh8tq2 жыл бұрын
@@moonlightacmaintenance3232 It's done by factory charge weight and lineset length usually but there is a way to test. In the documentation and in talking to fujitsu, bosch and mitsu tech support - full load will be at the lowest set point in cool at max fan speed, make sure 'powerful' is on and economy mode is off. The charge is pulled and weighed in as per the rating plate, then add charge based on your lineset length if it's excessively long, only if required. Most units come with enough in the condenser for 25 foot line sets on multiple zones if it has them, so usually you don't have to add anything. If you do it would be very little, for 3/8 liquid line you would add 0.54oz/foot of liquid line, but the manufacturer's documentation is key it will tell you.
@moonlightacmaintenance32322 жыл бұрын
@@Falcon-eh8tq thanks for the response. Interesting. I’m only 1.5 yrs in. Haven’t messed with any mini splits yet. Most split and commercial RTU’s and chillers. IMO a mini split isn’t any better than a PTAC. I just graduated tech school and watch as many videos as I can find. I also RTFM ( read the f’ing manuals)
@Falcon-eh8tq2 жыл бұрын
@@moonlightacmaintenance3232 Nice! Welcome to the trade! You'll never stop learning everyday you will have an opportunity to learn about something new. Take your time and don't give into unrealistic time constraints put on you by management, customers, ect. Be thorough but not excessive lol. PTAC are very similar to splits i imagine, we don't use those systems much up here where i'm at. IMO Mini splits are very neat, but complicated, very fun to learn about. They have sensor clusters attatched to the 2-way/ 3-way zone valves, and you can take measurements at points on the board, then convert those voltage readings into psig wiith the fujitsu app, meaning you can measure pressure, temperature without using a gauge. Deep self diagnostic system, 100+ page service manual. The control board is upside down on some of those units and its done on purpose to take measurements easily
@moonlightacmaintenance32322 жыл бұрын
@@Falcon-eh8tq thanks. Got started late in life. 42 yrs old now so I’m behind the curb but I learn fast and am a great troubleshooter. Management leaves me alone for the most part because they know I’m going to do my job. They’ve topped me out in the short time I’ve been with them. It usually takes most guys years and years. Unfortunately, our pay scale isn’t very high. I appreciate when people put out videos of their knowledge or lack there of. It gives my access to things to think about, to research and knowledgeable guys like you in the comment sections.
@zack79tampa322 жыл бұрын
Handy man type of work " charge and go"
@LibertyDIY9 ай бұрын
Sometimes that's exactly what the customer needs though
@JohnnyCab2 жыл бұрын
Steve , you must be ready to give the bill , your singing !
@heslind2 жыл бұрын
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. You treat the elderly with the respect they deserve.
@RollinHomies Жыл бұрын
I’ve noticed on our mini that it usually stops ramping at 30-40%. If I pull the thermostat of the lines (dual zone) it will ramp up and eventually start freezing. I’m just curious if it’s low on coolant in this instance?
@gh3ypr0nlv32 жыл бұрын
Fujitsus had a batch that leaked at the indoor coil.
@groodman12 жыл бұрын
You are 100% correct
@damionfragoso26552 жыл бұрын
Do you ever add leak sealer on these leaky units?
@kyle_1872 жыл бұрын
You never add leak dye to minisplits it voids warranty
@MookieMan12 жыл бұрын
@@kyle_187 that warranty is LONG gone already.
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
I PEE ON COIL AND PRAY TO MOTHER MARY THE LEAK STOPS
@damionfragoso26552 жыл бұрын
@@kyle_187 it's over ten years old I safely assume that is already voided
@groodman12 жыл бұрын
@@MookieMan1 could possibly be a 12 year warranty . That system is not 20 years old . I’d say it’s about 10 or less .
@4cchansemicircle9446 ай бұрын
This is a very good video. I just got an old split AC. Please my question is I added refrigerant to my 1hp Samsung spit AC when the power was turned off, filled it and I waited 10 hours to put the power on. Is it okay? Because Its cooling now
@ekie858 ай бұрын
If you open the door on the mini split heat pump and you don't see any light on is that a bad control board? Indoor and out door fan run but not the compressor. Compressor is check out fine between legs and not grounded.
@johnwalker8902 жыл бұрын
Good job Steve.
@jersal8732 жыл бұрын
Gizzem Juice!🤣🤣🤣 I use that name for somethen else!🎉🎉
@donhorn5482 жыл бұрын
No clear date codes in Fujitsu units.
@groodman12 жыл бұрын
Correct
@MariosACandRefrigeration2 жыл бұрын
it will probably last longer with the cap on.thanks for sharing.
@jersal8732 жыл бұрын
Great systems! Much better than traditional, loud, huge systems
@robertthvacadventure87742 жыл бұрын
I usually weigh the charge , see how much is lost and weigh it back in.
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
its a leaker .
@tinman45852 жыл бұрын
Steve will be back next year.bubble the flare nuts buddy
@petersmart19992 жыл бұрын
You cant determine the year buy reading the tag ,you have to call Fujitsu and give them the numbers!
@groodman12 жыл бұрын
You are correct
@germanjesus2 жыл бұрын
My Senville mini split has a full computerized monitoring system. I will get warnings if something is amish. That system looks like it needs to be upgraded
@Spector_NS5_RD2 жыл бұрын
@GERMAN JESUS What warning comes up when your split goes amish? Does it try to build a barn, roof or frame something?
@lugoismad2 жыл бұрын
Does it shun fancy things like electricity?
@beieber4life2 жыл бұрын
Do the warnings get delivered on a horse and buggy
@OnlyFactsPlease2 жыл бұрын
That's a feature left over from the war between the Amish and the HVAC technicians.
@davidlopan66492 жыл бұрын
@@Spector_NS5_RD Send that system my way! I need a new shed!
@jacktorres86912 жыл бұрын
holy cow, 20 year unit. folks. good job S. a little "juice", how much longer? who knows. "Sir start saving for a new system, you got your $ worth".... nice repair S. as always
@PhillyDee2152 жыл бұрын
👉EASY DAY😎‼️
@jnick3032 жыл бұрын
Steve, what's your feeling on Lennox A/C for the New York State area?
@RockoRocko-rz7kx2 жыл бұрын
I notice you dont use a scale. How much u charge for gas or is it a flat rate charge?
@davidnull55902 жыл бұрын
Steve weighs the tank when he get back to the truck, he writes the start weight on the tank.
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
yes what david null said ..
@chevguy85872 жыл бұрын
Pump and go lol. See you next year
@alexe31863 ай бұрын
Why would you add refrigerant to a system with a known leak?? This is illegal in the UK and rightly so.🙁
@pappy2322 жыл бұрын
Do those fujitsus have different fittings from a normal 410 unit? Or are they standard fitting?
@Matttechreviews20002 жыл бұрын
You need a ductless adapter for a fujitsu mini split, the only mini split I know that doesn’t require an adapter are mitsubishis
@charliejordansyoutubechann68572 жыл бұрын
We have a train xr ac unit
@shawner19892 ай бұрын
ok last year someone came over and did this and yes the ac did start blowing cool air but the following year this year its no longer blowing cool air n is back to freezing so ur only temporaly fixing it u know its a leaker fix it properly no
@eddiehollner88012 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve and miss Molly
@davidandrews27422 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend a split unit for an upstairs. 350 sqft
@RockoRocko-rz7kx2 жыл бұрын
Window unit much cheaper. 350sq small space
@petersmart19992 жыл бұрын
Check out Pioneer,built in Florida. They seem pretty nice,build quality is good
@jteddy112 жыл бұрын
You guys would the ice on the line rational work for a home refrigerator? I have a home frig that I bought used, I added a bullet connector and gave it some juice (134a), it is not cooling the greatest, has ice on the line leaving the compressor. Should I add a little more juice, or does ice on the line mean too much juice for a home refrigerator? Thanks and very informative video on Mini Splits Sir.
@petersmart19992 жыл бұрын
Fridges have critical charges,it has to be recovered and weighed in
@Z-Ack2 жыл бұрын
Yea u could have over charged it. But probably a block in the system. Check the coil thats freezing up, if only part of its frozen then you got a blockage. Measure temps before and after the filter and if theres a difference you got a blockage..
@jteddy112 жыл бұрын
@@Z-Ack Thanks for the reply, i will check.
@Z-Ack2 жыл бұрын
Need a vapor charger.. kwik charge attachment.. gonna have a bad day eventually when you catch a compressor with a liquid slug of refrigerant and it kills it.. the kwik charge will automatically make sure the charge your putting in is all vapor.. might take lil longer but better for the units longevity..
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
i have one
@russellhancock9765 Жыл бұрын
At that age and if it is already leaking, I think I would recommend a New One.
@anthonygasparini17342 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve you got a Shit- Zoo there...She's a Leaka Momma!
@charliejordansyoutubechann68572 жыл бұрын
I feel like its its not blowing colder air what do you think I should do
@dock_yard11492 жыл бұрын
Call a local HVAC tech, get ratings/reviews before committing to one
@jsnake47312 жыл бұрын
at least you you are honest
@e-genieclimatique2 жыл бұрын
in France it is forbidden to charge a leaking air conditioner without having found and repaired the leak
@gregspot2 жыл бұрын
Yet another reason we renamed French Fries to Freedom Fries.😀
@onenikkione2 жыл бұрын
This is America if they required us to do that, we would over-throw the government
@LibertyDIY9 ай бұрын
Communists, right where we are headed. They make you throw away a car because of an evap code and build a new car for 50 barrels of oil.
@tiger1213722 жыл бұрын
dont those have a defrost cycle?
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
not on cooling mode
@donnieboy1232 жыл бұрын
Wow 2001 , can’t complain
@matthewgregory82182 жыл бұрын
Aaaw miss Molly
@javiergalvan2422 жыл бұрын
Quick fix Steve!!!!! ☝️
@Spector_NS5_RD2 жыл бұрын
I never liked the white nylon inserts that came with cheaper adapters, hoses...etc.
@cutum2 жыл бұрын
Where's ole Mr Grinch?
@rezamadani44512 жыл бұрын
you need to find a leak first ,not just put gas and charge the customer
@calvinnewcastle58992 жыл бұрын
That's how he makes money 💰 from the seniors pension fund
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
ok super tech
@hinspect2 жыл бұрын
You could pee on the outside fittings!😉
@matthewgregory82182 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen some tech company’s torch some places where they leak refrigerant
@bnasty2672 жыл бұрын
Nobody is going to pay to find a leak on a minisplit. The leak is probably in the indoor coil (knowing these Fuji units), and then what? Customer is going to pay labor to swap the indoor unit (assuming warranty pays for parts), wait 6 months for the part to come on a boat, and recharge all the gas? Unless it's new, when minis start leakin, you throw it out and buy another one.
@pego992 жыл бұрын
Wish Steve would read his messages
@davidnull55902 жыл бұрын
Question for Anyone: Where do mini-splits typically leak? I know there are dozens of manufacturers with many different designs, Where have you found leaks in a mini-split? Thanks.
@groodman12 жыл бұрын
99%of the time it’s the indoor coil,especially if it’s been running fine for at least 3 years .
@santiagoyaguesegura57652 жыл бұрын
Hay que poner sifón si el desagüe va al vertido de la vivienda
@danielsites37072 жыл бұрын
Shitty install? The flares are p typical too
@heavydiesel2 жыл бұрын
Indoor flares, outdoor flares, indoor coil, line set, outdoor unit.
@juntang722 жыл бұрын
R410 systems are more tend to leak than old R22 systems cuz high pressure. That is why old R22 units last much much longer
@donhorn5482 жыл бұрын
Date of manufacture is after 1995 and before 2002
@phononut2 жыл бұрын
Are these split systems better than a traditional AC?
@davidnull55902 жыл бұрын
Mini-splits are very easy to install compared to traditional home AC, and they're priced right.
@phononut2 жыл бұрын
@@davidnull5590 Thanks!👍
@phononut2 жыл бұрын
@@somewhatcurious3085 Thank you!👍
@cantor77232 жыл бұрын
Better? hmm. They have their uses, but they are typically very expensive for their cooling capacity if you buy a brand name one aka not junk. In general, I’d suggest a traditional split system with zones for most cases unless ductwork isn’t feasible.
@Hubjeep2 жыл бұрын
With a unit in each room, you can cool/heat the room you are in (for example office during the day, bedroom at night) I have one big central zone in my upstairs, but would like the bedroom cooler. Planning on a 9,000 BTU split install in that room (instead of cooling entire house down to 68*, I can keep the house at 74* and use the split to cool only the bedroom to 68* to sleep. In addition, most do heat as well so you don't have to use as much $5.50 / gallon home heating oil.
@zippythechicken2 жыл бұрын
I always think of mini splits as throw away temporary systems.. half a step above a window unit.. but lots of homes have them now especially in asia they are everywhere
@petersmart19992 жыл бұрын
I have been heating and cooling my house for 15 years with mini splits!
@zippythechicken2 жыл бұрын
@@petersmart1999 thats pretty cool... you can't complain if they can last 15 years
@bennewton35602 жыл бұрын
We have them in the UK very good units if installed correctly. very efficient with inverter technology can heat and cool and can run multiple indoor units on one outdoor.
@zippythechicken2 жыл бұрын
@@bennewton3560 yeah i have seen that you can run like 3 inside units off of one outside unit but it seems like a lot of effort and cost running line sets. I guess where they are best used is where running ducts isn't possible like in an older home or maybe an addition to a home.And yeah the efficiency ratings on them is very high in comparison to regular hvac units.. so high that they are often the choice of off grid homes that run them off solar.. They have their place i guess but not the best choice for everyone.
@bennewton35602 жыл бұрын
@@zippythechicken Yeah the reason they are so popular in the UK is that we only have started to put ac in our houses and offices. So 99% of houses are not built or have the capacity to have ducts run through the walls. So we would usually have one or 2 of these units in different rooms downstairs. You can get a ducted air handler on a mini split but this can usually only serve upstairs as the unit fits in the attic and ducts can be fed from above to bedrooms usually. I would like to see in future houses being built with ducting and whole-house units because I have to admit you have quite a good system in the states where an entire house can be cooled by one unit and one line set.
@amio_roseto12 жыл бұрын
Some of the high end Mini split Inverters there is a way to lock the system to act like regular AC unit and put it on high mode with locking the EEV like simple metering device , then u can use the super heat but most Inverters dont have this option. good job
@tonym69202 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve and Miss Molly! Workin’ again y’all. 👍👍
@iamnoone.2 жыл бұрын
Steve your dash is getting full. lol 😆 🤣
@stevenlavimoniere2 жыл бұрын
YES TIME FOR A PURGE LOL
@jblyon22 жыл бұрын
Long shot in the comments here, but anyone know a reputable plumber that works in northern RI? We need an automatic urinal flush valve and an automatic sink fixed at work. Landlord is an ass to deal with and we just get billed for repairs anyway. Would rather call someone direct than whatever clown he'll send over.
@hughholt1212 жыл бұрын
You may need an electrician. Should be an access in the plumbing wall to get to the low voltage transformer .relays or circuit boards. They work off an electric eye system that you break with your hands and body.
@jblyon22 жыл бұрын
@@hughholt121 They're battery powered. The actuator for the urinal won't always flush, and half the time when it does it won't shut off and you have to use a flat head to shut the valve manually. Likely debris in the system. A lot of crud came out the first time it was flushed after sitting empty for a year. Has been wonky ever since. Sink likely just needs batteries, but it's enclosed under the sink. I offered to take the kick panel off and try to sort it out but was told not to, liability, etc. etc.
@steveyboyXRP2 жыл бұрын
Real working man mamma
@rickknosky65472 жыл бұрын
Why don’t you ever leak check systems? In all the videos I watched that you added refrigerant to you never pulled out a leak detector? You gas and go. If you find an evaporator leaking that could be a system change out for you depending on equipment warranty and age of the system. That’s where you make the money.
@videos102 жыл бұрын
Customers want the cheapest solution
@mikestanton76132 жыл бұрын
She’s a crusty one mista grinch
@rodneyskinner77412 жыл бұрын
Hello Steve!
@markpowell10312 жыл бұрын
Second comment
@jph772 жыл бұрын
Mini splits are so ugly installed all around a house. Such an eyesore when you can just go with one single HVAC unit that probably works better anyway but people don't want to spend the money. Plus maintenance is a bitch on all those heads. Just hate seeing nice homes with ugly linesets all around it. Makes me want to 🤮
@LibertyDIY9 ай бұрын
How else can you get over 500% efficiency? Even Midea window unit is now 430%.
@12yearssober2 жыл бұрын
These Fujitsu mini splits are garbage. I won’t touch them even if they are only a year old.
@davidnull55902 жыл бұрын
Where do mini-splits typically leak? I know there are dozens of manufacturers with many different designs, Where have you found leaks in a mini-split? Thanks.
@bobgallo37752 жыл бұрын
They are only as good as the guy who installed them. I used to have the same opinion as you. Normally the flares are bad.
@volvo092 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I'd expect when the government gives incentives to install something... You get disposable garbage. Buy another one please! Keep the consumption revolving!
@davidnull55902 жыл бұрын
@@volvo09 --- Are there government incentives to install mini-splits? I've never heard of any.