How to Install a New Daikin Single Head Minisplit EP101

[@hkhsm359]

Nice job. Thanks for sharing

[@EverythingHVACR]

Nice job Nighthawk!

[@gingerstrand6153]

Good video! Line set straight out is much easier....wonder why they didn't do that in the first place??. Good job

[@NighthawkHVAC]

I agree. Way easier. Especially if you’re looking for leaks.

[@hvactechwanttobe1499]

Fastest replacement ever

[@mansourramzey7711]

Great job and video. ✌

[@gabrielsaircarellcgabriels4397]

👏 great job.

[@VinceCuzmono]

Very nice. Did you notice if the head unit was shipped under pressure with nitro?

[@NighthawkHVAC]

The head is not shipped under pressure.

[@jokersworld1819]

hi,,, did you open the valves while the micron gauge was still in the system??? if so,, does that ruin the gauge? cool install...

[@NighthawkHVAC]

I have a high pressure capable micron gauge. If I remove it while the system is under vacuum. I risk letting air in the system.

[@jokersworld1819]

@@NighthawkHVAC got it.... thanks for the reply...

[@gabrielsaircarellcgabriels4397]

What I do I use two valve core remove tool to be able to remove my fieldpiece MG44. I prevent put pressure on mine.

[@gabrielsaircarellcgabriels4397]

I love this trade and you are a great technician. Keep it up

[@DavidWilliams-wr4wb]

If I was gonna reuse the line set I would have reflared new nuts too but I would have put some line flush in there too to take out all of the black nastiness from the lines but that’s just me , never know how much comp oil and schmegma is in the old lines 🤠

[@NighthawkHVAC]

I agree. I re-flared both ends and used the new nuts. I only filmed myself re-flaring the outdoor connections. I blew out the lines with nitrogen. I didn't use flush but the lines were pretty clean. On the inside at least. Thanks for watching!

[@NewShockerGuy]

Not to sound rude by why could this not be done as a DIY? I want to install a Daikin mini split in my garage and from all the videos including yours, it just seems like you need to follow the proper steps for installation. I don't see any point that makes me wonder that I couldn't do it. I want to stay far away from a mr.cool system and it was between Mitsubishi or Daikin and I honestly feel like I like Daikin better. I want to do this myself because our HVAC people quoted me $8k to install one in my garage which I think is insane considering we are spending $10k for a Trane AC/Furnace for the house. I can't understand how a mini split is almost the cost of an entire house HVAC system... Unless they are quoting me that price because they don't really want to do it.

[@LolEYEHasFun]

reported for installing a unit without a license. sorry

[@NewShockerGuy]

@@LolEYEHasFun who cares.. Lol I'm still going to install one in my garage, ROFl And by the way you do not need a license to install one FYI.

[@suezq74]

Model? (Of the unit that had it’s charge recovered)

[@mattclem7]

You could make a new hole and lower it bro. The compressor probably took a sht likely because there wasn’t enough air flow….. so much for the new system too 😕

[@jrm523]

Do not DIY?.... Who is the intended audience? Do hvac installers go home after a hard days work to watch others install minisplits? 😂 Joking but curious..

[@NighthawkHVAC]

My videos are intended for HVAC techs and people that are familiar with HVAC systems. I actually do watch install videos after work. I guess I'm just a HVAC nerd!

[@DavidWilliams-wr4wb]

@@NighthawkHVAC i’m not an hvac master but i’ve been a refrigeration tech and contractor for 20 years and i enjoy watching videos and installing and servicing mini splits ☺️

[@ziggyd3114]

I just diy'd 3 of them. All you need is basic electrical and plumbing knowledge, some common sense and the right tools. The tools are expensive, probably all in about $900 which includes a 2 stage vacuum pump, nitrogen tank, digital pressure and vacuum gauges, 2 core removers/isolators and a torque wrench. I’m probably doing a better job because I have 24 hours to wait for a pressure test and have time to do a triple evaluation. I also saved about $14,000 by doing in myself. Permit and inspection were another $200