HVAC Preventative Maintenance

Here is what I consider to be the most important 19 points in an air conditioning preventative maintenance inspection. Special Thanks To: youtube.com youtube.com

26 Responses to “HVAC Preventative Maintenance”

  1. DrZarkloff Says:

    @tavanhna You can private message me with your number.

  2. tavanhna Says:

    hi jim i am a new technician lots of time i have question on these ac system. can i call you if i have question? i can give you my number.

  3. DrZarkloff Says:

    @kolocho7777 It can be cleaned in place as long as you can get to both sides of the coil for cleaning.

  4. kolocho7777 Says:

    do you have to take out the evap coil when cleaning? or can it be clened as it is attached to the system

  5. DrZarkloff Says:

    @pl33618 It sounds like the compressor is shutting off on either a low pressure or high pressure switch.

  6. pl33618 Says:

    I had some maintenance done this evening and now my air is not cooling! The compressor goes on then shuts off after a few minutes. all the while the air coming out is not cold? Is it because the compressor needs to dry first?

  7. DrZarkloff Says:

    @thereceman You really should put the door back on to know what the amp draw is under full load. Make sure that you have a clean air filter first to be sure to get an accurate reading.

  8. thereceman Says:

    when checking amp draw on indoor fan motor is it best to put on your clamp and put the doors back on. i went to johnstone and got the same meter you use

  9. DrZarkloff Says:

    @tranwatson I have a video about ohming out compressors.

  10. tranwatson Says:

    Dr.ZARKLOFF! how can i check to known the compressor is good? check it as fan motor…! single phase compr. thank you for your helps, have a good day!

  11. bigal0412 Says:

    the metering device is in the condenser on a mini split there for both copper lines will be cool

  12. bigal0412 Says:

    a good blast with r-22 will solve that problem

  13. bigal0412 Says:

    need to check your return air size it could be undersized

  14. DrZarkloff Says:

    You can work on your own system as long as you have an EPA card or as long as you don’t have to work on the refrigeration circuit.

  15. rbu2m Says:

    Is it illegal working on your own AC at home in Florida? I guess the good old day are gone for DIY. Anyway, I enjoy learning from your video. Thanks for sharing your expertise to us viewers.

  16. rafaeldelaflor Says:

    Personally what would you do if my dog got out of control and wouldnt calm down during a service call? Can you use a vacuum pump? Is that where chiahuas come from?

  17. DrZarkloff Says:

    It can be done as long as you have easy access to both sides of the coil.

  18. seancoons Says:

    You washed the evaporator coil with water. How can you do that without removing it ?

  19. DrZarkloff Says:

    You might want to check for air leaks in your duct.

  20. 99pete Says:

    I cleaned the evaporating coil and drain, I’m having a condensation problem on the ductwork and plenem. any suggestions?

  21. DrZarkloff Says:

    Yes. To legally work on HVAC equipment in the State of Florida, you must have a HVAC contractors license or work for a licensee. I don’t know what the laws are like where you live. You might be able to get a licensee to be your qualifier.

  22. SoloTech09 Says:

    I’am thinking of doing some side jobs and I’am wondering to do Preventative Maintenance and Duct Repair on a residence do I have to work under someone’s contractor liscense? I’am Universally Certified.

  23. DrZarkloff Says:

    You should use low loss fittings on the hoses so that you won’t lose so much gas each time you hook up your gauges. Yes, you’re probably low again.

  24. scoutmom381 Says:

    Thank you for your response a few days ago. Our a/c guy came out and I think he had mistakenly let out some freon. He was great, put more freon in and cleaned the coils. WELL… I had a friend come over and he wanted to check the freon. When he unscrewed the cap, cloudy misty stuff came out until he hooked his gauges. NOW… my a/c isn’t working again and is freezing up. Was this supposed to happen and am I now low on Freon again?

  25. DrZarkloff Says:

    That would require a video to show you the right way.

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