You say big picture, I say thorough. Yes, it makes you more money but also allows you to inform the customer of all the problems they need to know. It is always up to the customer whether they want to fix it or band-aid it. A good tech like Chris finds all of the problems that a business needs to know in order to keep their equipment operating which keeps the business running. Well done, sir. I wonder if people who don't understand regular maintenance get their car's oil changed or do they drive it till its screwed.
@Nyarly_Relyeh8 ай бұрын
You reminded me LongLife oil bubble in Europe. It was a laugh. Very costly for car owners laugh. Advertised as X2-X3 mileage (for sake X10-X20 cost). But they did forget to tell the oil itself that is have to last longer. So the oil did not...
@brandoncherry16518 ай бұрын
I wonder when this guy sleeps he hears bad fans and or compressors humming 😁 his ac install on his own house was awesome💯
@zack99120008 ай бұрын
During the summer rushing, when I sleep, my dreams suck.
@EverythingisFire8 ай бұрын
I like the hum of compressors :)
@Elruido7028 ай бұрын
Literally dreamin I’m in a attic
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@RobertoLopez-wq3bv8 ай бұрын
I’ve been 3 years in the business and this year I barely started working on refrigeration units. The way you explain everything is so helpful and understandable. I always follow your procedures, thanks to my friend that recommended me your channel he used to work for you. Now he’s here in Austin Texas 🤘🏼
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Which friend are you talking about?
@Arides20108 ай бұрын
The video you mentioned was literally the very first video I saw on your channel. The moment you showed the condensing unit my brain went ‚He changed the compressor on that unit.‘ before you even mentioned it. 😂 Keep up the great work. Greetings from Germany.
I want to say i love your content and I am 14 and have watched every single episode of your channel
@timcat10048 ай бұрын
Stay in school.
@colinstu8 ай бұрын
It's a good channel to watch. Troubleshooting skills can be adapted for anything. That and there's gonna be no end to people wanting HVAC / having to fix and install it.
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Keep watching, thats a good start
@liamhainsworth31058 күн бұрын
@@timcat1004you don’t need school to be successful
@bryanharayda19758 ай бұрын
I super agree about the idea of becoming a valuable employee. Finding work and building good, reliable relationships with customers is very important! Much more than stealing a few hours a week. That’s a hard lesson to learn and a hard lesson to teach! At least in my opinion. Great video as always!
@RayRay-nb7tn8 ай бұрын
Well said Chris you are not worth stealing time from your company, I rather give time than steal it from a company. Good video on what to look and hear things as you work to keep the company invested in you. For sure.
@kmagnussen10528 ай бұрын
Years ago I worked for IBM. I could walk down the hall and could hear a bad harddrive before it failed. It is important to pay attention.
@ApacheFPV8 ай бұрын
You wanna see some mud come out of a coil do a PM on a BBQ joints roof, we also had a walk in evap we called "tuna coil" cause they store all their raw fish right where it intakes, washing that coil isnt for the faint of heart haha i worked 1.5 yrs as a PM tech in KC for mostly restaurants, taught me A LOT.
@halverde63738 ай бұрын
A TXV is mainly to protect the compressor from liquid slugging. I myself always tried to keep the evaporators as flooded as possible due to limited power available in Alaskan villages.
@kens.37298 ай бұрын
I’ve Said it Before, your Customers are so Lucky to have your Company Servicing their Equipment. 👍🙏
@williambutler73128 ай бұрын
#Fact
@robpulda33638 ай бұрын
Coming from a sheet metal fabricator/ installer, you are an asset to our industry! In my books Top Notch! Love your standards you put forward!
@timparsons73488 ай бұрын
No doubt you know what you are doing. Love the pleated filters in the MUA unit. Changed the wrong RTU unit? How does that happen .. oh let me guess.....the lowest bidder I bet. I used to use a checklist to check everything on every service call to cover my butt. Most techs do not do this.....and they should check everything. Also...it is wise to carry two 9721 fan motors in truck stock for the very reason you pointed out. Change both motors not just one motor. Great job! Your customers are blessed to have a technician like you. I hope they know what they got!
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Thanks Tim for the nice words, also please don't guess restaurant names in the comments , right or wrong if there is aa restaurant name those always get deleted because I have to protect my customers as some people are just plain jerks and want to cause problems with restaurants.
@glennschlorf12858 ай бұрын
Always level headed big picture advice.... Id love to journeyman refrigeration mechanic knowledge...
@carloshilarionvazquezaranda8 ай бұрын
Muchas felicidades mi estimado Chris debió ser una gran experiencia tu visita en ese lugar. Y como siempre un gran trabajo el tuyo. Saludos y abrazos desde Coacalco estado de México.
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Gracious for el compledo
@jasonjohnsonHVAC8 ай бұрын
Good stuff Chris....being thorough always pays off. It can help the customer and the tech. Whether they want to pay for all of it....isn't my decision and won't affect me in any sort of way. I like to check out as much as i can, within reason...i find most are happy with being detailed and will approve the whole boat.
@MrBlack-248 ай бұрын
Chris, I noticed on the outro that you seemed very flat. I hope you're doing OK and looking after yourself. Thanks for another fantastic and informative video. Cheers from Adelaide, South Australia.
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Doing great, hope you are as well
@halverde63738 ай бұрын
ALWAYS use a suction accumulator and a low head doesn't matter if the TXV gets stuck open. Can be used for high, medium or low temp applications.
@Vic_HVAC8 ай бұрын
Great advice !!
@fshn768 ай бұрын
Good stuff Chris! Man I love refrigeration!
@bradhaughton66988 ай бұрын
That's saying a lot about someone who doesn't like to invest in their equipment if they don't like to dump a lot of money into it and just love getting by which is totally fine for me for refrigerator or Heating and Cooling or whatever I'm going straight for heat pump like a Mitsubishi electric hyper heat pump
@EnderMalcolm8 ай бұрын
I wonder how long an old-style sealed motor would last compared to the newer open style. I realize the new ones are "More efficient", but they are also somewhat budget built to meet the minimum. I'm sure an old-style motor which used more wire and material would also run cooler and last longer, as well as protect the insides from all the sand.
@tschuuuls4868 ай бұрын
I guess a new-new style brushless sealed one would also last longer :D
@colinstu8 ай бұрын
Race to the bottom. Manufactures don't need to care about big picture / long term esp not anymore. Just make it cheaper than the next place bc if not just gonna get skipped over.
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Thats a good point, I think Chris will touch on that subject on the next live stream
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@keithpeterson7518 ай бұрын
Good job big picture finds the problems that are left on the table
@dyllanm09728 ай бұрын
I bought one of those Klein 11 in 1s about a month ago and just realized last week that there was more bits inside the handle😂
@Spencer16097518 ай бұрын
Hey Chris, Great Rant! Loved it!
@JoeCdaYT8 ай бұрын
I found that particular company to be good to work with. It is interesting that they keep the chicken wings at that temp but they do go through it quickly at that. Don't get me started on Supper Bowl weekends. I also ran into the same issues with the sensors being placed there and the loaders/kids putting boxes over the sensors or even worst ripping it right out of the door control. When ever I was given the parts to replace the control with the long cable, I would run the sensor to the back of the coil to get it sensing better and explained it to the managers on that.
@neilfranklin14092 ай бұрын
Wish u could teach me if I could be one of your helpers , been out of school now since 2014 and still haven't found work, that's why I'm studying you're videos so I can land a job
@atsimas8 ай бұрын
I've found that the proper tension is to leave a little plastic hanging to the zip ties as cutting them flush weakens the plastic too much in the area of the plastic ratchet.
@mikerefrigeration57368 ай бұрын
I left my company because of too many people in my company trying to "milk the clock". I was paid very well too. I got tired of the laziness. I started my own company and im glad with my decision. Im busy and successful so far.
@miaudottk90808 ай бұрын
I use a lighter after cutting zip ties. Melting the edges of that cut makes them smooth to touch.
@zack99120008 ай бұрын
Love those cans, save me so mucn time.
@markseneca75108 ай бұрын
Nice to have a hose attachment i have to bring up my tommy gun pumper sprayer it not that great on larger units.
@alansotelo64728 ай бұрын
God bless you!
@davejohnsonnola15368 ай бұрын
Funny sometimes malfunctioning equipment can "seem" to be working well, cool ambient but missing half the condenser fan balances out for now.... but wait until ambient is normal to hot!
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
That's exactly right Dave, the perfect situation to operate under failing conditions
@buixote8 ай бұрын
"Dumping excess money into equipment"? Hmm... have we *ever* seen that?
@terrygrant81268 ай бұрын
That was a great rant my friend!
@aeternusdoleo45318 ай бұрын
If they put boxes there, might be an idea to put a small bracket around the top of the temp probe and by the wire, to force a bit of clearance. Might help.
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Thats a solid idea
@mark3518 ай бұрын
Having lunch with friends and walk past one of the restaurant's condensers. Of course I have to check the sight glass. Uh oh, flashing!
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I do that all the time
@BLUE_COLLAR_REFER7 ай бұрын
I think they refer to it as a cold cooler
@jacecoleman38328 ай бұрын
is there a video of that condenser patch one that ac unit that needed replaced? That would be very cool to watch
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
no video on that one, i tried to film one but it was just too hot that day and my phone kept overheating
@jacecoleman38328 ай бұрын
dang that sucks well can't get em all I guess, also I am a junior in high school and going to trade school have any recommendations? Because I also want to do HVAC@@HVACRVIDEOS
@legionofanon8 ай бұрын
If you truly want zip ties cut flush, use old nail clippers. Even flush cuts leave an end that sticks out
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
I never thought of, thats a great tip
@miaudottk90808 ай бұрын
Why didn't you sell and install them the backup thermometer?
@suezq748 ай бұрын
Legends say this system is still short cycling to this day
@suezq748 ай бұрын
I’m kidding
@justgonnagetbetter10378 ай бұрын
Ready
@chrisjardine22018 ай бұрын
Another way of saying what you are pointing out is to 'take a little pride in your work'. It is obvious that you really take pride in your work. In my opinion, that makes you a true craftsman and I say that about not many people.
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I appreciate that
@hobbesip18 ай бұрын
Are wago connectors rated for outdoor use?
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Good question, check out the next live stream I think Chris will discuss that further
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@mainj548 ай бұрын
Why do you use universal evap fan motors in high heat condenser motor applications?
@HVACRVideosstudioteam8 ай бұрын
Thats a good question, I think we'll discuss that on the next live stream this coming Monday
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@76queen8 ай бұрын
Use the tips of pliers up to cable lock and twist the cable ties off, result no tiger teeth!
@halverde63738 ай бұрын
Of course you need a differential but theoretically all you need is 1psi.
@jeremiahjorenby22758 ай бұрын
I'm 90% sure you have an older video doing a compressor/contactor change out on this system too
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
yes i do good memory
@FREIGHTLINER665408 ай бұрын
when it comes to replacing condenser fan motors i'd replace entire fans (motor+blades)
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@jesselynch3174 ай бұрын
Wing cooler??? Or wine cooler. I'm "new" to food refrigeration. Is there such a thing as a wing cooler or is it just a accent
@inothome8 ай бұрын
Thank you for cutting the zip-tie tails. Even if it decapitates someone, at least you made it look like a professional did the work. Not saying you aren't a pro if course. Just a huge peeve of mine when people leave tails on. And flush cuts are tiny, take up a little room... just sayin' ;)
@mrgreen90868 ай бұрын
Headmaster 😏
@Transit_Biker2 ай бұрын
They really couldn't be bothered to raise that vent up on a stack?
@DigiVore.official8 ай бұрын
Something ain't right
@merkedgg63228 ай бұрын
Can you shows us the part where you talk to the customer cuz where I struggle the most (major introvert) 😂
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Nah that part I cannot record
@ApacheFPV8 ай бұрын
I also struggled with this my first year, now in my second year doing much better talking to customers, once you become confident in your knowledge itll flow. Its not a matter of getting a customer or manager to see stuff needs fixed, its getting them to see youre the man for the job.
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
I will discuss this on my Livestream on KZbin this evening 2/12/24 @ 5:PM (pacific) come on over and check it out kzbin.infoSHfbGaJh6JU
@jarednielsen4218 ай бұрын
Is the ground on the motors really necessary? The motor is bolted to the metal housing which is mounted to the whole cabinet which is mounted. I’ve always been told that ground isn’t 100% necessary.
@jarednielsen4218 ай бұрын
Which is grounded **
@zack99120008 ай бұрын
@@jarednielsen421 YES. i have had the paint prevent a good ground. Always connect your ground to the proper lug.
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
in this case the motor is grounded like you said so i could have just cut it off
@richardbartlett69328 ай бұрын
Can you guarantee a path to earth through all those connections without an earth cable then or after you leave? . irrespective of if you think the earth path via mounting bolts to the panels is ok.The real answer is no. Hence an earth cable to a suitable point should always be used. Big picture stuff.
@richardbartlett69328 ай бұрын
The sensor should have a cage around it for protection and to stop boxes stacked too close to leave a gap but either way in this case it's just in the wrong position.
@steveblake87668 ай бұрын
661 thumbs up
@GentianElezaj-d5w8 ай бұрын
9721 are not meant for 14" 5 paddle fans , only for evaporator 12", they will go bad very quick
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Nothing lasts on this equip, but the 9721 motors last the longest, I never use them on evaps because they are way too big and have way to many wires. Even the OEM heatcraft motors don't last in the harsh desert heat, 12-18 months is all you get in those environments
@GentianElezaj-d5w8 ай бұрын
You should have replaced those evap plastic undersized fans. They don't even move half as much air as the Heatcraft fans. All you get is quicker coil frost, lower suction , higher Evap TD, higher compression ratio, shorter compressor run times, uneven room/product temp, and doesn't help with oil return either. Someone lied to that customer that they would be saving money with those "High efficiency fans".
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Yep the entire company got sold a box of rocks with those stupid "energy efficient" motors... we are not supposed to change them unless they fail and you are right they just dont move enough air
@GentianElezaj-d5w8 ай бұрын
-3F SST on a 28 degree room temp ?! That system is not running properly, it all goes back to the undersized Evaporator fans. Not a properly run service call. Wrong condenser motors and wrong evaporator fan blades, which means more issues down the line.
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
You are right nothing is running right, but for lots of reasons, the condenser fan motors are moving the right amount of air, the evaps are not and the compressor is a fixed speed comp sized to 120 degrees outdoor ambient conditions so now that it is 45-55 degrees outside the compressor becomes a monster fixed speed comp with no real capacity control... We run into td issues because of it for sure. A digital scroll would be a great choice but the customer wont invest that money into this place.
@GentianElezaj-d5w8 ай бұрын
if you change the evap fans the SST will jump by 10-15 degrees< and then you might find out that you have to open up the txv. This is what I see almost every week in my neck of the woods on 3 major national chains
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
Yeah getting them to allow me to change them is like pulling teeth...
@jamescaldwell3rd9258 ай бұрын
No sound
@HVACRVIDEOS8 ай бұрын
It has sound for me and others… I wonder why you can’t hear it…
@zack99120008 ай бұрын
@@HVACRVIDEOS He needs to restart his app or phone. Happens every now and again
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