ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video I visit a tenant with no cooling! #hvacguy #hvac #airconditioning #hvaclife #airconditioner #hvactrainingvideos #hvacpro #hvactroubleshooting #skilledtrades #bluecollarpride #bluecollar @ruud #reversingvalve #heatpump #furnace #aireacondicionado @FieldpieceProducts @TruTechTools @HousecallPro
If you’re interested in Housecall Pro, check it out here: housecallpro.p...
Here are links to the tools I use, And it costs you nothing extra to buy from this list:
Makita Wet/Dry Vac: amzn.to/3VVHpsz
Veto OT-LC: amzn.to/3wSK1Nj
Appion AV760: amzn.to/3OkrwHC
Fielpiece SC680 Clamp Meter: amzn.to/33rhxvE
Fieldpiece SC480 Clamp Meter: amzn.to/33kfgCB
Fieldpiece SMAN 480 Digital Manifold: amzn.to/3twfVvA
Fieldpiece DR58 Leak Detector: amzn.to/3nt1TXw
Fieldpiece JL3KM2 Bluetooth Manometer set: amzn.to/3blMrJR
Fieldpiece Bluetooth Scale: amzn.to/3Gzveab
Fieldpiece SDMN6 Manometer: amzn.to/3qwk9RP
Yellow Jacket Tubing Expander: amzn.to/3sjuK3a
Milwaukee M12 Impact Driver: amzn.to/37xXkqk
DIY Vacuum Attachment for drains: amzn.to/3tDpfNU
Fieldpiece Smart Probe Kit : amzn.to/34NG3HL
Klein Heavy Duty Wire Strippers : amzn.to/3I8YNzT
Klein Needle Nose Crimpers/Stippers: amzn.to/3fuwXlw
Klein Knee Pad: amzn.to/3cy6FB0
Klein 7in1 Flip Socket: amzn.to/3bpabwG
Klein Journeyman Pliers: amzn.to/3tvB60w
Milwaukee Slim Packout On My Torch: amzn.to/3KeLm3j
Aluminum Packout Wall Mount on torches : amzn.to/3Kf9hQg
Milwaukee Tool Box: amzn.to/322iyK9
Veto Pro Pac Tech MCT: amzn.to/3nwwQdA
Milwaukee Hook Blade Knife: amzn.to/33F3m5T
Testo 300 flue gas analyzer: amzn.to/3IcS3Bd
Western Nitrogen Regulator: amzn.to/3rmdKrx
Klein Canvas Bucket: amzn.to/3FyzKVf
Flag Velcro Patch Kit: amzn.to/3K8Eswx
Supco Magnetic Door Switch Holder: amzn.to/34IcXcL
Milwaukee Magnetic Light: amzn.to/3FulCfF
Milwaukee Rechargeable Headlamp: amzn.to/3nuXsvf
SS2 Float Switch: amzn.to/3K7LJMW
3-Amp Breaker: amzn.to/3nxaSXJ
Appion Valve Core Removal Tool: amzn.to/33CFArw
Appion G5 Twin Recovery Machine: amzn.to/33Dvd6C
Yellow Jacket Large Tubing Bender: amzn.to/3qwJv1U
Similar Small Tubing Bender: amzn.to/3fJsziJ
Fluke Twist Guard Test Leads: amzn.to/3216R6j
Honeywell T-4, 2-Heat, 1-Cool Programmable Thermostat: amzn.to/3qtIuaX
Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm: amzn.to/3qtIIyP
SolderWeld Flame Resistant Magnetic Blanket: amzn.to/3qtJ4Wb
Malco 1/4 - 5/16 flip bit : amzn.to/3nr67yU
Quick Check Acid Test: amzn.to/3GA2XAy
Wiha Torqe Screwdriver : amzn.to/3u1swH6
Wiha Torqe Screwdriver 1/4” adapter: amzn.to/3IH22Pw
Compressor Tote: amzn.to/3H8xHst
Inspection Mirror: amzn.to/3r9PERV
Wiha TorqueVario-S 10-50 in/lb Torque Screwdriver : amzn.to/3GbKAku
1/4” adapter for Wiha Torque Screwdriver : amzn.to/3u8g0pq
![🎤 ไปกันต่อออ! จับฉลากร้องเพลง x P’ #XXSIVK [EP.2] (1/2) เพลงของใครจึ้งสุดน้าา 💓🎤 #MXFRUIT](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/mLI_K0sAS4o/mqdefault.jpg)
That's one way to keep grass clippings out of the coil.
I would grab a magnetic parts tray from harbor freight to hold those screws. Will be the best $4.00 well spent.
He already has one he does use it occasionally
I was about to type the same suggestion. The best part about the little magnetic parts tray is that the bottom side will stick to the outdoor unit or the steel roof.
I came to say the same thing!🤣
@@th-wt5pn He should just leave one there as an offering to the HVAC Gods.
He has one, haven't seen him use it in a while.
I feel for you, brother. A reversing valve is hard enough. But up there is extra difficult. I’d consider a scaffold to work off of. Whatever you choose to do, stay safe!
Renting a scaffold for a day can be very expensive as well!
rent a man lift and charge it to them for your safety.
Can you imagine trying to swap out a compressor on those units up on that crazy sky rack? Are they up there for theft prevention?
Curtis you need a magnetic dish to hold the screws!
Nice work Curtis. Price in a small snorkel lift. They are much safer to work with instead of ladders.
We have a light commercial location something like this. The only differences are the location has a caged access ladder that leads to a 6" wide walkway around the raised condensers on all sides; there are safety rails around the whole thing; and there are tie-off for your fall protect harness to connect to. There's also a frost-free water spigot up top and an electric outlet; the disconnect boxes are also up top. Other than these things the installations are almost identical. I'm sorry for you HVAC guy, just walk away.
You come upon the most difficult jobs
Sir,you are the most direct service person I have ever watched! I even learned enough to get me in trouble but atleast have a good idea what a problem might be on my equipment. For the life of me though...as i was watching the video,4265 other people viewed it.Why only 746 "likes"? Come on people...just hit the button before you leave!!!!
My balance is too poor for that sort of work, so it looks like a real nightmare to me.
If you attach a Railer MagMat or MagMat Mini to your bag, you'll have a place for loose screws.
You need a scaffold for those types of things. They can be assembled an broken down. I think many painters have them.
Well... this calls for scaffolding or a terrain-suitable aerial work platform. Have the rental company delivery, set up, and remove it all. It becomes a line item on the customer estimate. If they don't want to pay, move on. Your health, family, and business should not be put at risk because a client doesn't think your safety is worth it.
Next time bring that magnetic umbrella up there and your bloody fan might as well be comfortable or as comfortable as you can get. Something I might recommend also is some of those straps at harbor freight and you can strap your ladder right to that rack and gives you a bit more comfort. Have a good day Curtis
I work in a town right next to a lake in south louisiana. This is very common for houses right next to the lake because it tends to flood every few years. It's a pain in the ass.
Not a good set up for those condensers I really hope you’re charging extra for having to work on the elevated platform if they were going to set it up like that they should’ve had it so you could walk around up there. Stay safe. Curtis looks like he got it handled.
I have been in this trade for over 4 decades. One look at how these were installed i would have walked (ran) away. Now i will watch how you handel this call!
I would never take take that job😂
For those units to be mounted like that, I would say they have a copper theft problem in that neighborhood.
Or flooding.
Here at the jersey shore flood regulations require units to be above a specific flood elevation. Most of the units I deal with are at least a story up
@@turnedearthdesign8678 And then the put the furnace in the basement...
@tolbert3671 that makes no sense. So they care more about an AC unit getting damaged by flood waters than the house getting damaged by flood waters.
@navycorpsmanveteran61 in flood risk areas you can't have living space (legally) on the ground level. Your first floor starts a story up. Essentially a lifted house above a garage
That is one job I would walk away from!
Same here.
This is about safety. I doubt that's a properly engineered stand. You could see it sway when Curtis was moving around. There is no dedicated platform to safely work from, let alone a place for tools. They really should have built a platform on the roof for the condensors. Heck, you can't even tie off with a fall arrest harness, the stand would never take the load of a fall, it would probably pull the entire stand over. If Curtis falls and breaks a leg, his business is shut down for three to four months easily. That's a big financial hit, let along any medical and rehab costs. Can you imagine trying to do a compressor or condenser changeout off a ladder. This is risky for a single man operation.
You mean jump down from?
@@spacemanwithraygun3933 Even in Space you are falling back to earth and have to boost your orbit on a regular basis. Whether you like it or not, your falling.
I don't even understand the platform. It eats up the same space on the dirt as its "saving" and they could have just ran the lineset down the wall.
What on earth was the point? It doesn't seem like a high crime area where copper theft is expected...
Two units in the air, looks like fun.
An 18” catwalk around both units
That's a difficult job Curtis, will catch up in the next vid, and i hope it's a cooler day for you 👍 Au
Ouch! Reversing valve on an awkward platform. Not a good scenario.
Great job,Curtis!
Thanks!
Need a pair of magnetic boots and magnetic sleeves.😮 Those steel roofed anything can get slick from dust and pollen collecting on it. Hard to believe that about thirty five years ago i used to paint the rusty roofs of our barns and out buildings. You'll never catch up on those now at sixty seven.
Definitely charge for a lift or rental scafleing reversing valves are pain in ass under normal conditions good luck keep hydrated 👍
you need a round magnetic bowl for screws, nuts...
they really trust that suport for the acs
3:28 "two out of three ain't bad" 😎👍
You seriously need to get a magnetic dish/ tray, harbor freight for cheap. I use mine every day, no more lost or dropped screws.
Clearly you are a magnet to the most challenging of jobs. You can do this! And we’re waiting to see you overcome it.
its not challenging its stupid time. A ladder to work on a maintenance item is dumb. it just is.
Terrible location to work. Great video
That looks dangerous. Be careful.!
Thanks GOD you’re a professional attic Contortionist and Roof Climber. Guys like you are in very short supply. 👍🙏
They usually get hurt badly from a fall to the ground below, or worse!
I retired from the HVAC trade two years ago. Glad I didn’t have to work on platforms like that. I would have to carry a jar of screws with me because I would drop every single one of them 😂
I use magnetic small parts holders all the time. They are very handy.
I've seen that one time in central Florida. Forty feet from the house and eight feet in the air on a platform. I can't imagine the desire to do something like that. Had to slide the new condenser up an extension ladder.
Yeah I've done that also not fun hurt my back
Why so high up. If it's for flooding. It the water gets that high, that will be the least of your problems
Good job Curtis tough place to work on a hot day thanks for the video
would be a crazy reversing valve job. Can you braze the Joint? I have to turn that down. One bad fall and cant work anymore, then wife probably leaves lol
Get a magnetic parts tray and make your life less stressful.
That’s gonna suck!!!!!!
Of course access would have to be in middle of condensers, go forbid access would be on outer corner. Cat on a hot tin roof, came to mind.
if you get hurt on these insane jobs it aint worth it.
Man those are the ones that have you questioning your line of work 😅 definitely take us along for the repair! Awesome work
My guess is there was a theft and they raised the units off the ground. I remember when people were stealing the metal off of them.
Hopefully you can get this one done in the early morning when it's not that hot out side
Then he'll have dew on the roof to slip on.
The cost of the valve, refrigerant labor, and working from the rooftop I would body sell them and you condenser that way they can start off of the brand new warranty
Please buy a magnet to hold your screws! Check out the fastcap Pro-hold. I keep one on my tool bag and one on my M12 that has the larger size M12 battery. You will love it! The fastcap tip mag is another great magnet tool that you can mount on screw drivers or bits. I’ve been using both for years.
Curtis , I would be dropping everything ! I can’t imagine why where you live , people would put uttering condenser up in the air like that . I live down on the coast and some area ‘s you have to your condenser in the air in case of a sea surge during a hurricane !
Hot, that's not hot...It's 107* in NorCal. I lasted 3 hours outside and legs went wobbly
I did a job like this a few weeks ago and I just about walked away from it. This is extremely dangerous.
It’s a Rheem. Of course it’s the reversing valve.
I love them but that’s their weak point.
WTF is going on? Those units are higher than I am!
That's what you get when the original installer smokes some strange stuff.
those units need to lay off the thc.
Ive come across units like this from time to time. I cut them loose and take them back to my shop. On a table at a comfortable height, I make all the repairs. Cap and pressure test, then its the easiest part of putting them back. No dragging all my stuff to a location standing on a ladder trying to do that.
pitch a tent at basecamp & charge for it. my brother self employed excavating charge for setup of porta potty & laying down tires on the pavement
Can you show us a job you have actually said no to? There's probably one on your channel somewhere lol. But for real you're a beast. I'm an Appliance Tech. God bless all HVAC techs.
Gray is a cool color it reflects the sun.s rays
Bro I’m :15 minutes from MSY I would have meet you at the Airport for my 5 min of HVAC fame. I’m taking the EPA608 tomorrow morning. One step closer. Hope I pass ✅
Best of luck !
I never seen AC units mounted on a platform like that.
Do that job in the early morning before it gets so hot.
That’s gonna be a nasty bugger to do Curtis, kinda wonder why they would put those units up on stilts.👍👍🇨🇦
High crime or flooding hood!
@@bobboscarato1313 I hadn’t thought of that scenario. Thanks for your input.
you are awesome! I did notice you could benefit from a magnetic bolt holding dish. i use one every time i begin to dismantle a unit. it stays put on the unit and it holds all of the screws and bolts in place til i need them :)
Wonder how high of a wind that rack with those condensers could take. My guess is not that high.
I'd like to see diagonal bracing on the rack. Sketchy as...
Bless your heart you need a couple small round magnetic base screw and parts holders you can stick horizontal or vertical to hold the small stuff
3:29 Where Curtis says "lovely" I might've chosen something more like "Son of a B***h". 🤣
Just brough some refrig... from the one next door!🤣
When soaping I prefer using a thick paint brush by slowly moving the brush you will see the bubbles much quicker sometimes by just spraying the pressure will just blow right through the soapy solution
Great info thx for sharing 👍
You may be able to pipe a new reversing valve ground level mounted to the home then connect stubs off long copper runs to the unit stubs and same for wire. add 1oz per extra ft of run of refrigerant and should be all peaches and cream for you and the next one who says oh bad reversing valve, no problem.
That's totally unacceptable as a completed job; it's OK for joking about it!
Why aren’t the units on the ground? Not no, but hell no!
Oh, that's not too bad. I thought you were going to find a danger noodle or family of wasps trying to get intimate with you 😂
I guess the units are up high to prevent theft, money saving or to retain space on ground. Down here in Louisiana I never seen that other than roof mount.
Pretty sad they have to elevate the condensers to keep the tenants from steeling…
They raise them in flood prone areas also.
It's not just the tenants. Some people make a good living steeling copper. There's houses that have had all the wiring ripped out, and that's a lot of work.
Hey I was at United Refrigeration and they had a little umbrella with the magnet attached to it I don't know that may be something you want to add to your Arsenal
What are you doing? I wouldn’t do it but that’s me
Good job, for the algorithm
Definitely rent a lift or rent masonry scaffolding and include it in the price.
You could lose the profit if your torches fall off or you drop your phone or toolbag.
Customer needs charged enough to consider making it safer for future maintenance. Or relocate them on the ground.
How in the heck is anyone going to clean those coils?
Its also scary there doesn't appear to be horizontal ties to the house to keep the platform from pushing away.
Don't burn your biscuits on that tin roof
Ill offer to leave those and install 2 new ones ground level and go from there.
Why mounted so far up in the air? Wouldn't the air at the ground be cooler? My thinking is when those units are running. Its taking air off that metal roof.
Flood plain, and theft
Very odd indeed. It makes me think they were too cheap to get longer line sets.
@HVACGUY that makes sense. For theft there's an easier way. But flooding is a whole different beast.
Damn that place must be below sea level
In Arizona and western states they set them up high like on the roof. Shorter line set to attic unit. Older homes especially.
Those installers didn't do any service tech any favors. All they had to do was move the unit so control panel so it faces the outside. What a pain in the butt. I love me some Rheem, but really getting tired of finding the leaks on the high pressure switches, and the other things in the outdoor unit.
Seems like a bad idea to put them up high like that. I’m not a HVAC tech but don’t they run better in the shade?
Why in the heck are they up in the air like that?
Worst is a grounded compressor 😂
Is the access such that you might could get the van back there, being cautious not to travel over septic and such? If so the van roof with a foam board makes for a great elavated work station.
Hard pass on that 😅
Yip! Send some dam fool but it ain't me oh no.
I don't mind doing it, but they would be paying for a rental boom platform.
@@Bryan-Hensley yea then there's the oh no you messed up my grass even if you put down OSB it still flattens it. If that's not an issue then heck yeah bring a boom on site stat!
Not what you would want to find. Bad enough on the ground sometimes! At least there’s no bees or snakes
They would have been better off mounting those to the roof it's self. Personally I'd probably walk away from this one.
That roof is not sturdy enough to hold condensing units on it!
@@bobboscarato1313 Yeah, it would definitely require reinforcement to have half a chance.
Past few yrs been finding same thing
heck now walk away
Giraffe problem? Is that why they put the units way up there?
My brother, you could have used some gloves and that fancy umbrella, no?
👍👍👍😎☕
How is that code compliant?!?!?!?
Why the hell would you put thise up in the air and the baking sun????
Is that what they do so people don't steal shit
Why would they put the units way up in the air like that? You really need a Railer MagMat Strap to hang off the side of your tool bag. I have one and its very handy for those screws I take out of the units.
Sheeesh. That sucks.
That stand is ridiculous. Wtf!