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  • @guspolinski2690
    @guspolinski2690Күн бұрын

    I’m a new installer and I’m realizing how cutthroat it can be working for a company that expects you to remember every single step the first time you’re shown, when you’re completely green. I’m glad there are videos like yours out here for me.

  • @briancruz3941
    @briancruz3941 Жыл бұрын

    I'm an AC tech and a DIY'er. I tell people all the time there is so much they can do to keep their system running so they don't have to call me out. People pay hundreds of dollars for a maintenance contract. Easy maintenance. Keep your filters clean. Flush the condensate drain out every few months before every summer disconnect power to the condenser and use low pressure water and rinse the coils. You'd be surprised how much just that will do. Just those few things will prevent a ton of problems. Like blow capacitors, systems tripping off high head pressure in the middle of summer on the hottest day. It also helps with the longevity of your unit. Keep DIYing to the safest of your abilities. Also, as my mentor told me. If it's already broke. You can't break it anymore. All you can do is fix it.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    I love your attitude. The abundance mindset. Something that a lot of folks on here don’t have and probably won’t ever have. Thanks for the support! 👊🏼

  • @josebecerra9613

    @josebecerra9613

    Жыл бұрын

    What is the condensate drain?

  • @bran-qt7ds

    @bran-qt7ds

    Жыл бұрын

    If its already broke,you can DEFINITELY break it a whole lot more, turning a cheap fix into an expensive one.

  • @masonbeveridge

    @masonbeveridge

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@Jose Becerra a pump that hooks up to your furnace that pumps out condensation some have it and some don't

  • @phillipquanstrom1011

    @phillipquanstrom1011

    Жыл бұрын

    😅

  • @mattknudson9348
    @mattknudson9348 Жыл бұрын

    You sir are amazing. Until I found your videos I thought I would be stuck paying 6 grand on a new system. As if this past weekend we have a new Goodman system in place and running great all for under 2k. And I did it all myself. I can’t thank you enough. You rock!

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Amazing! Thanks so much for sharing! We have a Patreon over at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy if you feel so inclined to help us out over there 👍🏼 cheers bro!

  • @mattknudson9348

    @mattknudson9348

    Жыл бұрын

    No, it’s not needed. System is factory filled with 410a. I hired an independent contractor to superheat. . It only needed one pound of refrigerant.

  • @Freshprankstv1

    @Freshprankstv1

    5 ай бұрын

    6k? Had a guy come tonight and quote one unit 19k lol

  • @matej.m.rejsek8537
    @matej.m.rejsek8537 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for doing this. I can imagine you've had commenters say no one but a professional should attempt this, but there have to be tons of people like me who are detail-oriented, competent and comfortable w/AC and various types of instrumentation who just need someone to lay out the map for them, as you've done here.

  • @cocvhecv

    @cocvhecv

    2 ай бұрын

    Well said

  • @pabloayala9572
    @pabloayala957211 ай бұрын

    i applaud you for making a simple step by step video for this, but as an hvac tech, it's always good to shut off the breaker that turns the ac off so you have a less chance of being shocked. just because you take out the disconnect doesn't mean the unit still won't have power because the thermostat could still be sending voltage to the contactor. it's good to check with a metere for voltage before touching any electrical

  • @OlafLuetkehoelter
    @OlafLuetkehoelter Жыл бұрын

    Great how-to! I was going call someone to have the condenser disconnected, but from your video I learned how to use the compressor and that worked well. No discharge when I cut the lines.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Yesir! A trick that a lot of people don’t know. In hind site I would change this for the average DIYer. What I would do is just turn the ac on, then pull the disconnect so it’s calling for cool but compressor will be disabled. Then close the high side king valve, then simply put the disconnect back in and when the pressure reads zero, close the low side king valve and pull the disconnect again. 👍🏽 maybe a little safer but either method will work :)

  • @gods959
    @gods95910 ай бұрын

    Wow 🤯 you actually give away so much knowledge that's honest and helpful. I can't express my gratitude for sharing your knowledge. God bless you young man 🙏❤️👍

  • @snakeeyes1649
    @snakeeyes16496 ай бұрын

    Just received a $7,000 estimate to install the condenser and furnace. I will more than likely do it myself. Thanks for sharing..

  • @eastsidepyro2685

    @eastsidepyro2685

    26 күн бұрын

    😂🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤡

  • @marcelodeveza3123
    @marcelodeveza3123 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your channel. We live in south FL, and AC companies are plentiful, but with what I have seen, I can do all of what you are showing in this series of videos. Thank you for being one of the good guys. All the best from South Florida

  • @hgutierr
    @hgutierr Жыл бұрын

    Bro, I have an existing standard HVAC unit that I am replacing with a 5-zone mini split system. I just followed your instruction in this video to remove the evaporator & it worked like a charm. I am not a trained HVAC tech nor have I done this before, but I can follow instructions & have some common sense. LOL Thank you!! I'll post a video of my HVAC adventure & reference your video.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! If you need some help with your install feel free to sign up for our Patreon membership at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy Cheers man

  • @KieferMDonovan
    @KieferMDonovan Жыл бұрын

    Man people like you I appreciate, taking the time to teach people and help people. I hate reading through comments and the pros just degrade people who diy stuff.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks man, I appreciate that.

  • @rafaelaguilar5967
    @rafaelaguilar596710 ай бұрын

    Man! You have no idea how much I appreciate you putting up this video. Thanks-a-lot!

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    10 ай бұрын

    Glad it helped you out! Cheers

  • @kellythompson1441
    @kellythompson144125 күн бұрын

    Thanks to your teaching I am saving almost $30,000 by buying and installing both of my systems. THANKS TO YOU!!!

  • @tvcomputer8526
    @tvcomputer8526 Жыл бұрын

    you have an awesome heart of a teacher , your slogan is anybody can do anything if you put your mind and heart in it AND have a teacher as you, thanks bud from pakistan

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir! Much appreciated!

  • @stevencbowen
    @stevencbowen Жыл бұрын

    Great overview showing that a diy can do this. I would have done a few things differently with the evacuation and sheet metal work inside, but overall this video accomplished its purpose!

  • @joonyaboy
    @joonyaboy10 ай бұрын

    Even after disabling disconnect, use a multimeter or non contact tester to make sure wires are not live. You never know how someone has wired something. 👍

  • @Redtooth75

    @Redtooth75

    10 ай бұрын

    Yep, and don't just think that because it turned off that all power has been cut. I have seen disconnects where only one line was bypassed. So the circuit would break and the unit would shut off by pulling the disconnect but there would still be voltage on one of the lines.

  • @Foxtrot1967
    @Foxtrot19675 ай бұрын

    Great job young man! Knowledge is power and it also saves consumers from overpaying. Keep up the great work.

  • @tomshoemaker2290
    @tomshoemaker2290 Жыл бұрын

    I believe a good add to your process, check the electrical voltage of the primary voltage and the secondary control voltage with a meter before disconnecting. The low voltage is fed from the indoor section and can short out the transformer if not turned off. Also verify the refrigerant compatibility. Most older units are R-22 and all of the old refrigerant and oil must be removed before installing a new unit with a different refrigerant.

  • @daveyt4802

    @daveyt4802

    Жыл бұрын

    Flushing the line set is another $$$ item. Burnout AND changing refrigerant from R22 to R410a.

  • @shellybelle6781

    @shellybelle6781

    Жыл бұрын

    Goodman comes with the refrigerated in the new unit.

  • @shellybelle6781

    @shellybelle6781

    Жыл бұрын

    I just found that out. I have a 7 year unit, and my compressor went out. I changed the capacitor and it didn’t make it kick in. So we’re thinking of just buying a new one and putting it in. Any advice?

  • @truenorthcarpetcleaninguta3965
    @truenorthcarpetcleaninguta3965 Жыл бұрын

    Your videos are the best!! I’m a installer who’s working towards other parts of the trade and need to learn exactly what you are teaching! Keep making videos they are literally helping me my wife and our children get raises and save for a home 😊

  • @m.montgomery6835
    @m.montgomery6835 Жыл бұрын

    This was the best installation video I have ever watched on youtube. There is no noisy music etc in background and clear hands-on explanation. Thank you so much! Wish you were in my city.

  • @salramz7685
    @salramz76852 ай бұрын

    I watched your videos all 3 of them as I'm changing my unit myself. I have some knowledge on hvac but you gave me the rest of what I needed. I told one of my brothers in the congregation about you and he said he had worked at LDC with you. Small world. Thanks.

  • @user-dz8qp4nf9i

    @user-dz8qp4nf9i

    Ай бұрын

    5/21/24 the tools are needed but the knowledge can be acquired. HVAC are in short supply. I installed 3 5ton units after watching this series of videos. Save over 15k on labor. HVAC techs are in short supply and deserve what they charge.

  • @theWinterWalker
    @theWinterWalker Жыл бұрын

    YOU are a gem for us capable poor folx🙌 Thank you for sharing❤️

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Of course! Glad it was helpful for you!

  • @user-nd6jy4qt6z
    @user-nd6jy4qt6z Жыл бұрын

    Worked as electrician and did commercial and residential HVAC in the mid 70s to early 80s. Then entered into the field of Law Enforcement. Now that I am retired and having a heat and air giving me problems. After checking replacement cost I am considering doing this myself. This I really enjoyed and was a great refresher . Thanks

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey I hope you can get your system replacement done! If you need some help, feel free to check out our membership over at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy where we offer one on one remote assistance! Cheers

  • @jasonoak4564

    @jasonoak4564

    Жыл бұрын

    Let us know how it turned out.

  • @kylecoursey
    @kylecoursey10 ай бұрын

    Man thanks for this video, I love how you made this so easy to understand.

  • @whspioneer89
    @whspioneer89 Жыл бұрын

    I have a central air system mated to an intertherm down draft furnace. I want to put a new high efficiency updraft furnace in my basement. This is good information

  • @christopher5024
    @christopher5024 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the info Im starting to do this as a career and i am learning little bit at a time. Nervous everyday but trying to learn a New trade

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome! Good on you for learning a new trade! I’m glad the videos have been helpful for you. Looking forward to filming more helpful videos. We all make mistakes, just learn from them and get better with each day 👊🏼

  • @user-iv1xe1mh6r
    @user-iv1xe1mh6r11 ай бұрын

    And by the way, you are a great teacher. Great job.

  • @Honestandtruth
    @Honestandtruth Жыл бұрын

    I did installed NEW a/c units Complete System .... Condenser, Evaporator and the Gas Furnace All by myself 6 years ago. I'm just a handyman and Regular Guy 😅👊😂

  • @bentrujillo6406

    @bentrujillo6406

    11 ай бұрын

    But did you kill anyone?

  • @Honestandtruth

    @Honestandtruth

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@bentrujillo6406 😅 Good question. When first Test after I complete installed I told everyone to stay outside of the house while I was testing the Gas Furnace. I was so nervous but I had to do the Test.... With caution. It turned out very Successful installation

  • @excellinc.9951
    @excellinc.9951 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much , watching your videos I installed my furnace and ac

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Amazing! Thanks for sharing!

  • @robthomas5488
    @robthomas54884 ай бұрын

    Awesome step by step clearly understood install video, thank you.

  • @robertcarullo4926
    @robertcarullo49267 ай бұрын

    I learned a lot of ac, I own property for over 37 years, and have to tell you, I needed to learn, because A lot of HVAC are not good. I am getting my 608 EPA so this way I can get my own gas.

  • @marjiemiller
    @marjiemiller9 ай бұрын

    U makin me feel like a genius! Thanks for making it easy to understand!!! 🙂

  • @AK-oz4ew
    @AK-oz4ew11 ай бұрын

    4:18 that man lol. This video deserves more likes, great info

  • @cm.5023
    @cm.5023 Жыл бұрын

    I wish I had known how to pump freon into the condenser a few months ago when the thermal expansion valve on my 5 year old Trane failed. Thank you for teaching folks how to help themselves.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Of course. Thanks for watching!

  • @KWayneization
    @KWayneization11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for these vids, Iam learning a lot. My 24 year 0ld Bryant had an odor coming through the vents, hard to describe but it did'nt smell like mold or mildew. Cleaned out the condensate line and the pan, plenty of dirt and dead bugs in there,it got better but can still smell it sometimes through one vent only, still trying to figure out what this is, not thinking its R22. It still blows decently cold on 90 deg .+ days.

  • @commoncentsamerican
    @commoncentsamerican Жыл бұрын

    Excellent Tutorial, Thank You

  • @gabinoalbor6424
    @gabinoalbor642411 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your videos really helpful 👍

  • @rostamk8635
    @rostamk8635 Жыл бұрын

    Great job!! I do not believe a licensed contractor could have done part -1 of this video any better than you just did. Thanks for sharing your skills.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! That means a lot. I’ve done a few but I’m always learning and adapting thanks to you awesome viewers!! Cheers

  • @bobboscarato1313

    @bobboscarato1313

    Жыл бұрын

    Someone preaching to the choir!

  • @IvanHVAC

    @IvanHVAC

    9 ай бұрын

    He is a licensed contractor...

  • @nushi-ching852
    @nushi-ching852 Жыл бұрын

    YOU ARE THE MAN!! 💪🏽💯 If I am not replacing my full system, and I only need to cut and replace a leaking 90° copper low pressure pipe joint on the outside of the house going into the condenser, to prepare the lines for cutting can I just use the technique of pumping all of the Freon into the outside, condenser and locking the lines and then I can make the cuts and work on the copper pipe?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Yesir! Easy as that. Make your fix, pull a vacuum then let the refrigerant back in

  • @pop4725
    @pop472511 ай бұрын

    Just what I needed thank you very much

  • @mps9608
    @mps9608 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you.

  • @quinnhoenig8564
    @quinnhoenig8564 Жыл бұрын

    Love the channel man your info is GOLDEN. After getting some outrageous quotes I really want to install either mini splits or a replacement package unit on my house, but from what I understand I need a licensed installer to sign my warranty card if I want to take advantage of the unit’s warranty. I watched your video on EPA licensure; if I get this is this the license I would need to install my own unit and get the warranty? I’m in AZ.

  • @MrGeorgeferreira
    @MrGeorgeferreira Жыл бұрын

    excellent buddy..thank you ...well explained.

  • @Andreas5423
    @Andreas5423 Жыл бұрын

    Appreciate the very helpful video. Are the steps for replacing a heat pump basically the same as for replacing a standard a/c unit? For an actual outside heat pump, matched to an inside furnace/air handler, is it essential to also replace the inside unit? (I know it would be advisable to do so)

  • @xisotopex

    @xisotopex

    Жыл бұрын

    I have the same question. I would to like to not have to replace the air handler

  • @ronie1337
    @ronie1337 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info👍

  • @briancnc
    @briancnc Жыл бұрын

    Hey Dave, great video, thanks for sharing. Currently looking at options for adding ac to a house that only has gas fired forced hot air (ducted), with about a 14 year old furnace. Do you have any thoughts on what's the best approach for an AC install, whether trying to retrofit on heating ducts with floor vents (seems inefficient to me) and or whether it's just a good time to replace the furnace as well? Thanks!

  • @pupusastogo8971
    @pupusastogo8971 Жыл бұрын

    very educational video thank you for taking ur time and share your knolege i have a leak some where in my unit i would like to see if a can fixed got most of the tools from amazon but i confuse how or where to get the nitrogen i video how to do it will be spectacular again thank u

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    You need to find a local Airgas supply or other welding gas supply store. They will sell you a tank and once the tank has been purchase you can refill it for pretty cheap 👍🏼 if you need some help diagnosing the leak or other problems Check out our Patreon membership! It can be found at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy. Once signed up I’ll give you one on one assistance with anything hvac related. Cheers!

  • @hafeezurrahman1000
    @hafeezurrahman1000 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great step by step tutorial. I have bought a brand new house with a rough in connection for the A/C. Will appreciate if you can show a new install tutorial. Thanks

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Bummer. I rarely do new installs but I just did one this past spring and i didn’t have time to document that one. It was roughed in meaning the lineset was there and electrical for condenser, Evap coil was attached to furnace but no condensing unit was set. If I happen to do one of these again I will definitely document it! If you have any questions feel free to ask! Cheers

  • @johnallen4304

    @johnallen4304

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you have one on heat pumps?

  • @russellfenton7496
    @russellfenton749611 ай бұрын

    Hopefully you are still monitoring comments for this video. I appreciate your tutorial. It does not look too complicated at all. My question is, "if I increase my unit by 1/2 ton, do I need to also replace my air handler to accommodate the higher BTU rating"?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes, they should be upsized accordingly. It’s also not uncommon to install a 1/2 ton or even 1 whole ton larger indoor coil. So if you had a 3 ton, I’ve installed a 4 ton coil to increase surface area on the coil. If you need some help with your install, we offer remote services over at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy Hope we can help! Cheers

  • @scooter313
    @scooter313Ай бұрын

    Great tutorial for sure!! Thank you😊

  • @aymaralinares4152
    @aymaralinares4152 Жыл бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO!!!!!! THANKS

  • @jerrylopez7789
    @jerrylopez7789 Жыл бұрын

    That's cool man great job nd thank u.

  • @AmezcuaREI
    @AmezcuaREI Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this series! Hope you see this comment. If I am ONLY replacing my condensers, do I need to do anything from video 2 or can I jump to video 3?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Depends. does your coil inside say it’s good for r22 AND r410a? If so you should be fine. If it is strictly for r22, then you will need to replace the evaporator coil as they are not designed for the higher pressure of r410a.

  • @tyman2007
    @tyman2007 Жыл бұрын

    Great video thank you.

  • @bransonlariscy4660
    @bransonlariscy466011 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the videos, doing my first install at my house this coming weekend. Your videos are super helpful. Do you have any experience with ACIQ equipment? It is the best deal I can find with a coil that will fit between the furnace and plenum without any major changes. Thanks

  • @tommboy8
    @tommboy8 Жыл бұрын

    great dyi information. thank you

  • @williamcampbell435
    @williamcampbell435 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video

  • @bobbyyoung2831
    @bobbyyoung2831 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Much appreciated

  • @benjaminharman1987
    @benjaminharman1987 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thanks!!! Do these same instructions apply if I'm not replacing it with a unit that's the exact same tonnage but is a half-ton increase, replacing a fully functioning but undersized 2-ton capacity unit with an appropriately sized 2.5 ton capacity unit? Also, since my evaporator coil isn't even 2 years old yet and the furnace it's attached to is only 2.5 years old, do I need to change the evaporator coil or can I use the existing one, even if it was originally for a 2-ton unit? When my house was built in 2010, either the contractor or the HVAC subcontractor used an app to input various measurements and factors to calculate the house's HVAC requirements and print it all out on a worksheet, which I got from the original owner with a stack of other documentation from when the house was built. That worksheet shows that whoever ran the app mistakenly left the ceiling height in the app at "8-feet (default)" instead of changing it to the average height of my vaulted ceilings that come no lower than 9 feet and with peaks at 15.5 feet, 13.5 feet, and 11 feet, depending on the room. When I've run their numbers through calculators available online, I got the same result they did-- 2-ton. When I've turned around and rerun them using the correct ceiling data, though, I get the result 2.5-ton.

  • @scottrussell6646
    @scottrussell664611 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the series. It's great to understand. However, for me personally, I would never attempt it unless desperate. I can assemble a car engine and it will run. But there are specialty tools here like the vaccum pump and nitrogen and the torch. Not to mention the freon I can't buy. And the fitting the duct work to the coil if they don't size the same is just not my thing.

  • @daveyt4802
    @daveyt4802 Жыл бұрын

    I had a burned connector at the compressor this spring. Used a copper lug to repair it! 20+ years old and going to die soon though. Need to get a 410a system this spring. Checked the A coil and a lot of the metal was getting rusty around it.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    If you need some help locating equipment or help installing, feel free to email me at diyhvacguy@gmail.com

  • @shellybelle6781

    @shellybelle6781

    Жыл бұрын

    My compressor isn’t kicking in. Fan running fine. How do you check that . I can’t believe this 7 year old system compressor is out.

  • @TheGabo-eh1tg
    @TheGabo-eh1tg11 ай бұрын

    Thanks my man .....Im a IT technician and I can do this with your skoolin ,,,,,,,,thanks u saved me $$$$$ and im a chapskate

  • @franksmathers7742
    @franksmathers774211 ай бұрын

    great video !!!

  • @srinip825
    @srinip82510 ай бұрын

    Hello I enjoy watching your videos. I keep hearing that emphasis should be more on the installation rather than on the brand of HVAC. So with that in mind, as a homeowner hiring a HVAC technician to do the install, can you please share a checklist for a complete AC with gas heating furnace? Thanks

  • @ManuelRamirez-mx3zi
    @ManuelRamirez-mx3zi Жыл бұрын

    Now these are my type of videos and you such good at what you do bro and the way you just explain it simple to us thanks mann🙏🏾 it’s not too hard, my Man stating the Facts💯

  • @MattJonesYT
    @MattJonesYT2 жыл бұрын

    Great idea for new content, looking forward to this series!

  • @ssshady08
    @ssshady08 Жыл бұрын

    What would you do if you have an older system that has the older refrigerant in it and you need to replace the whole system including the refrigerant that's in it? Do you need to flush the lines? What extra things do you need to do that you're not doing in this video? By the way thank you for doing this video I know it takes time and I appreciate it.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a good practice to flush the lines. I have an awesome video coming out with an easy way to do that. Way easier and not super expensive. You don’t need to replace the lines, just flush and you’re good to go. 👍🏽

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Even that, if you haven’t had a burn out in the compressor and the refrigerant smells ok, I’ve seen a lot of guys just skip the flush and be totally fine. Everyone will say something different

  • @cameronmagbee6875

    @cameronmagbee6875

    Жыл бұрын

    @@diyhvacguy This is very helpful to me as well! If you have answers to some of Warren's other questions I would be very interested. Particularly do you need to replace the evaporator coil in this case? I'll watch through all three of your videos because I'm trying to figure out if this is possible with my old 1970's unit that needs replacement. The attic portion is newer so I just need to switch to Puron. Thanks again! Edit: After watching your second video and doing some research I see that replacing the evaporator unit is always suggested at the same time. Do any of the units come with the evaporator? Do most units come preloaded with new gas, and am I likely to need to top it off after that?

  • @paulleos162
    @paulleos16211 ай бұрын

    Lol.. very true.. but nowadays i doubt anyone would want to try. Filters, cleaning condensor outside, make sure clean around condensor, put your shop vac on the water drain outside and pull what you can to keep clean. but that would be about all I'd even have others do.

  • @JuanMartinez-df1lc
    @JuanMartinez-df1lc Жыл бұрын

    I like to weld unit in first then start vacuuming process. While it’s vacuuming I then start connecting electrical and start picking up my stuff by the Tim I wait a little more then just open valves and turn m done

  • @shirwanour144
    @shirwanour1443 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thumbs up. 👍

  • @OlafLuetkehoelter
    @OlafLuetkehoelter Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @Sparky18059
    @Sparky1805910 ай бұрын

    Your the truth Brother!!!

  • @harryscary2539
    @harryscary2539 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video!, I have question about the allen wrench part. So before you started the compressor, you crancked it down so that refrigerant can stay locked in the unit. When you first crank it down before starting the compressor, are you closing the valve so that refrigerant doesn't escape to the indoor or stop it from coming into the outdoor?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh so you crank the small line Allen key all the way down then you crank the big one about half way down, then start the condenser and once your gauge reads zero you fully close the big one. Hopefully that makes sense lol

  • @grassthief1280
    @grassthief128011 ай бұрын

    Hi Dave just found your channel awesome job’s question for you I’ve noticed when my Goodman condensing untit starts it sounds like a struggle looking to purchase the Supco is there a specific one to purchase?

  • @5sunny01
    @5sunny015 ай бұрын

    I love your videos and learn so much from you than I ever learned in the school. I have a certification and also I passed my epa exam also. But never had any hands on. I m Planning to change my full system and I may need your help. Where do you buy the system on a contractor price?

  • @justintavella7043
    @justintavella70438 күн бұрын

    Had some dummy come out, I think he put in wrong freon, my machine called for r22, he said he put something capable, machine ran cold for a few hours then boom no fan spinning at condenser think he blew my condenser, im a electrician but a guy who never did a condenser swap, i may take the challenge on. Thanks for this video bud Justin

  • @herbpetee75
    @herbpetee7510 ай бұрын

    Thank You😊

  • @michellozier6827
    @michellozier68279 ай бұрын

    Hi love your video I have a ac start up normal and running well during a heat wave it started to trip the breaker every half hour or so now heat wave over seem fine any ideals what needs replacing fan and compression work ok

  • @snguyn796
    @snguyn796Ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tutorial. Doing the Lord’s work.

  • @codyknuth9674
    @codyknuth9674 Жыл бұрын

    Do you have a link for that line set cover on the exterior wall penetration? Looks nice.

  • @countysecession
    @countysecession2 ай бұрын

    I don't think you ever made a video about how to flush the line set as you mentioned at 12:30 mark. Maybe I missed it, but that's a good idea for a video!

  • @ficalli4743
    @ficalli474311 ай бұрын

    Thank you!!!!!

  • @User39.
    @User39. Жыл бұрын

    Do you have to clean out the copper line set when going from an R-22 system to an R410A system?

  • @bransonlariscy4660
    @bransonlariscy466011 ай бұрын

    Also, wondering if the $60 gages, and $75 vacuum pump will work for 1 or 2 uses? Or should I go ahead and buy the CPS gages and a better vacuum pump?

  • @leoszwiec3006
    @leoszwiec3006 Жыл бұрын

    installation of your cooling system is the most important thing to do. after that keeping the condenser CLEAN. also remove the cover over the contactor and brush it out with a paint brush. ALWAYS REMEMBER TO DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO The UNIT

  • @francoispierrechanguion4128
    @francoispierrechanguion4128 Жыл бұрын

    Can you maybe give more inside information on the installation of a whole heat pump please?

  • @getsmartpaul
    @getsmartpaul Жыл бұрын

    Hi, very instructive video THANK YOU ! I was confused by the part when you said that the FREON was being saved in the old compressor/condenser when you capped off the pipe ? or was the FREON capped off inside the pipes ( not the old condenser ) ?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    When the gauge went to zero, the compressor was pulling all the refrigerant into the condensing coil (outside coil) then when it got to zero, you quickly tighten down that king valve which locks all the refrigerant into the condenser. At that point, you can remove the condenser or do your repair without worrying about refrigerant in the lines. Also this should only be done if one has their epa certificate. I’ll be doing a video on how to get that soon. Cheers

  • @getsmartpaul

    @getsmartpaul

    Жыл бұрын

    @@diyhvacguy thanks 🙏 Do you try to recapture the refrigerant from the old compressor later to reuse it ?

  • @israkin
    @israkin Жыл бұрын

    when connecting 【Angled Ball Valve】45 degree angle Manual Shut-off Valve fitting to the hose, should i be removing the "depressor" and gasket of the hose since there is already one at the end where the ball valve fitting connects to schrader valve?

  • @HTPCBuilder
    @HTPCBuilder2 ай бұрын

    So can I trap the refrigerant in the condensing unit to be able to remove my evaporator coils for cleaning? Then put everything back and just open the valves back up?

  • @lorenzojohnson5607
    @lorenzojohnson5607Ай бұрын

    I want to change my outside unit to a Goodman just one question though. Do I have to change my inside coil or can I just change me outside unit and use what I have inside. Also should I change my filter dryer or is it okay to use the same one. And thanks for the knowledge you have me ready to start just want to be sure about the questions I have. Big thanks again!

  • @JustinLickman
    @JustinLickman Жыл бұрын

    You are the man

  • @DelkanMane
    @DelkanMane2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @flexor212000
    @flexor212000 Жыл бұрын

    I like how this guy is like "Do it yourself! You don't need an expert!" Then in his description "For $50 a month you get assistance from me for your HVAC needs!" HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAH

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    Why is that funny? Lol this isn’t brain surgery but some guidance is always helpful.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    And I’ve had so so many people expect me to answer questions for free. As much as I’d like to, I have to charge something so that’s the reason why it’s $50/mo

  • @prgelectric5104

    @prgelectric5104

    11 ай бұрын

    @@diyhvacguypay him no mind brother, you’re well within your rights to charge for you’re knowledge….it’s literally what everyone does on a daily for their own jobs…ppl just like to hate. Your video is very helpful even to someone experienced and not formally taught like myself. Electrician by trade and also do a lot of mini splits mainly….I inadvertently swapped the low sides of 2 zones on a multi zone a while back and now I’m getting ready to fix it….I was planning on closing the high side and running the zones in question for a bit to pull anything in….prob gonna lose both lengths of charge I assume right when disconnecting bc of length ? I’m planning on adding charge but was hoping I’d be able to use the unit to take in the Freon, but I assume it’s doubtful

  • @edgarestrada1146
    @edgarestrada11468 ай бұрын

    My A/C and heating works great it's just in the summer my A/C runs 24/7 and never cycles also never cools down to the thermostat command which is 73F causing outrageous electric bills. Do I need and entire new unit to upgrade it to keep up? It's a brand new house (less than 5 years old). I've had several HVAC people come check it out and they say everything is fine. Or can I just replace this component your currently working on to upgrade it to a larger one?

  • @TheHouseofSniffers
    @TheHouseofSniffers11 ай бұрын

    Do you have a video of replacing a central AC gas furnace split system with a central heat pump split system? I live in a moderate climate where the summers go up to 100°F and winters down to 40°F on average. My house's lowest unheated temp is 65°F in the winter. I just want to know if this would be a swap with minor duct work and if the heat pump is sufficient to heat a 1300 SQ ft home to 69°F. Thanks.

  • @iMiik
    @iMiik Жыл бұрын

    saved me some cash. thanks a million

  • @jaysalais7084
    @jaysalais70849 ай бұрын

    If you have a leak, do You have to replace the stuff that’s in the attic? Or do most leaks occur in that big fan/ condenser box outside? I was told I have a leak but no where it was

  • @Optimization_Coach
    @Optimization_Coach2 ай бұрын

    Do you have a video showing hurricane strap installation? Can't seem to find one.

  • @sarajlija314
    @sarajlija314 Жыл бұрын

    Great videos watched a few of them. Just one question. Does the part inside the house has to be changed? Can you just swap out the outside ac unit by itself?

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    The furnace doesn’t not have to be replaced. You can just do the ac. One of my other videos is just the ac replacement and we left the furnace in place.

  • @sarajlija314

    @sarajlija314

    Жыл бұрын

    @@diyhvacguy great I'll check it out. Thanks man.

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m sorry I misunderstood. You were asking if just the outside unit could be replaced by itself. Yes, as long as the compressor hasn’t had what’s called a burnout. When you open the copper lines, if it’s dark and smells really nasty you will know 100 percent that it had a burnout. It smells really nasty. If it has a burnout you will need to flush the lines and probably replace the indoor coil. I’ve replaced several condensers that just had locked up compressor and they ran for years after 👍🏽

  • @ElevaTVJonesboro

    @ElevaTVJonesboro

    Жыл бұрын

    Can you make one changing the furnace please !!!

  • @diyhvacguy

    @diyhvacguy

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ElevaTVJonesboro I have several that include changing out the furnace, just scroll through my videos and you will see them 👍🏽 more to come so make sure and subscribe and click the bell! Cheers

  • @phillipallred
    @phillipallred5 күн бұрын

    If I switch from 3.5 to 5 ton Condensor unit, can I keep the same supply lines?? Thanks, you are appreciated

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