Someone call the county Inspector. Most likely he did not pull a permit for that installment, as there is no way in hell that outdoor unit will pass to code. Or he failed it, then he did not list a video going back for being a idiot.
*Used to supplement the up stairs when it gets hot outside this works very well and **Fastly.Cool** Also works good when the upstairs gets too hot in the Winter from the heater.*
Great job. Clean and professional. The only thing I would have done differently is installed the condenser 12" to 18" away from the house to make it easier to work on and have better air flow available to condenser coil.
Black & Decker has done a good job on cooling a small area with this handy unit...I use this in a loft area all summer for good cool without the inconvenience of installing and blocking a window. Love it!
In Florida, minimum of 12 inches from wall. They do sell smaller valve core tools to remove stems. I always install service panel away from wall for easier access. Great job either way.
Great job my man. I'm also a one man show for 31 years now in business for myself. Started in HVAC at age 18 and now almost 57 now. Starting to burn out and body breaking down lol. I may start to sub out all my HVAC installs and just concentrate on sales and service. Take some advice if you have some tough jobs that are a two man job find a helper for the day. I installed so many HVAC systems by myself that I should have hired a helper at least for a day or two. Also look into buying or leasing a walking electric hand truck for jobs with lots of steps. Keep up the great work man. Peace \m/\m/...
Seriously .... Excelent Channel, your strong for the work is very inspirational, i'm an One Man Company too, i'm a IT contractor, and i´m a network installer. Your channel helps me. You teachme a lot with your dedication and entusiasm. Sorry for my awful english
Absolute masterclass work and ethic man! Very inspiring. The only thing I’m disappointed in is my self for not finding your channel sooner! Keep the videos coming.
All you SUPER KEYBOARD GANGSTER TECHNICIANS out there need to calm down... the man did a good job and is a good learning video for apprentices.... let’s see you guys take time to video your installs and see your work. This is the real world and not everything is ran 100% by the book. All of you techs already know this u just wanna sound smart
Agreed Jimmy P. I have been reading the comments from all of the "Freon Leon" magnetic sign guys that think they know everything. These are the same guys that undersell good companies by thousands of dollars and ruin HVAC pricing. Good video though.
Besides Class 2 cable in same conduit as high voltage, clearance of condenser, and crimping suction line inlet so you can use existing 3/4" versus running new 7/8... It was clean and thanks for posting. I appreciate it ! Thanks.
I admire how clean/neat you are with your work. I think that looks are very important, considering a customer spends thousands of dollars, and they don't know HVAC & all they do is see a system, neatness is what they are gonna see first.
Nice attention to detail, that is really nice to see....why wait until near the end to braze, test and vacuum? Seems like a lot of time wasted...And the condensing unit so close to the wall?
Half way through video while writing this...I usually do brazing first and leave vacuum running while I wire, connect, level and seal everything. Personal preference. Great stuff though, Nothing like a 1-person change out 😎!
The condenser is way too close to the wall. The installer's guide mentions the following: Position the outdoor unit a minimum of 12” from any wall or surrounding shrubbery to ensure adequate airflow.
Jeff, that was my thought exactly. I've struggled w/ tight openings before, & have even had to use my inspection mirror to check connections! That's a recipe for future problems.
Like your clean installs, make it easier for future servicing work. Would recommend when fitting the condensate pipe into pump body to cut a 45 degree angle at the end to reduce possibility of blockage by sludge accumulation.
Very nice work. Clean and very neat. We live in Beaverton Oregon and had a Bryant 4-Ton Preferred Series 15 SEER Heat Pump installed. The installer "forgot" his Tubing bender so bent the 7/8" copper line-set by hand which oval-shaped the copper. Then since he couldn't do a sharp bend, he brazed right-angle copper fittings at the Condenser and Evaporator. Wondered what this does to refrigerant flow characteristics? I also caught him brazing without using Nitrogen. Line-set inside the Garage runs straight across the floor where we walk. We wanted to fire him on the spot but it was 100 degrees outside and wanted House cooled. My bad. Then I noticed no Filter Dryer. Called Company and they said there is one inside the outdoor unit. There seems to be one. We called Bryant/Carrier and they said absolutely need a 5-Ton Filter Dryer installed. It gets worse! We tried the Heat Pump over the winter and when it powerup up, the Condenser made a terrible noise so we switched back to Natural Gas. Called the installer Company and he said "You have no business using a Heat Pump in Oregon". Natural Gas is so much cheaper. So why is it sounding bad in Heat Pump mode? He said 'because I took out the Orifice on the Condenser and your flooding the Compressor - so you can't use the Heat Pump. So why did you sell us a Heat Pump and wire the Stat to have EM to enable the Heat Pump? No reply. Being very pissed off, I bought a Master Cool 5CFM dual-stage Vacuum Pump. I found the Orifice size I needed in the installers manual. I sucked all the Refrigerant into the Condenser, closed the service valves and disconnected the high-side line 3/8"? and installed the Orifice. Vacuumed the line-set down and let her rip. The System is working OK but still don't have a Dryer installed in the Line-set. We really got screwed but thankfully, it is still working. Wish we could have found someone like you to do the install. People are nuts here. Maybe it is Covid Brain?
Nice install but why is the condenser so close to the wall makes it harder to install and service down the road. I always try to stay a minimum of 12" off the wall
Great video and job Zach. The reason the run tru has happened (FYI it’s everywhere not just Tennessee) Ameristar is owned by Ingersoll Rand not Trane. Ameristar was not Trane made (Except the gas furnace) it’s made in China. Trane cut ties with Ingersoll Rand at the 1st of the year. So they now make Run Tru with is made by Trane.
I didn’t know that. I was told at Trane that the American Standard vendors would still carry Ameristar, I guess that makes sense now. Thx for the info John!
This is a response to my response I didn't notice your statement until after I read the comments but we are on the same page with the low voltage and high voltage being adjacent
It is to close to the house. Not hating on you. Not only is it restricting the coil, you made it difficult to service. And thats bs that they only put enough in for ten foot of line set.
Bro I think I heard someone else tooted/farted at time stamp 3:33 😂🤣 I thought I bring it up for laughs. Nevertheless you are inspiring as a technician. You are very detailed oriented and full of new ideas. Keep up the GREAT work my brother.
Super dope man! You did an outstanding job all by yourself. You make it look so easy. I remember when I first started I was with a group of 3 and boy did we struggle.
Im heading into 2nd year in hvac Im in Canada. I have been on construction building vrf systems but haven't done much service so watching vids help. If there is a chance to explain stuff like tips and what to watch out for that would be rad. Thanks again for the Vids
@qualityHVACR just installed my first one the other day and noticed that it was one of the most quiet units also! Good install and that liquid line a schrader sucks
I sale American standard and Ameri Star. For several years now. I was a Ruud dealer before that. Really like the stars. They've been pretty much trouble free. Have installed gas packs, heat pump packs, split systems. Not sure what's going to happen in the near future for me. I installed two luxair ( Lennox) split HP just to see how I liked them. They seem fine and work well , but the condensers are Huge .
I’ve installed several brands over the years. Each brand doesn’t really show their faults until about a year or so later. We shall see what the future holds for RunTru.
Very nice install. Are the gas furnaces painted or just the galvanized aluminum? How are the prices of the Runtru compared to other "builder grade" units? Seems like Trane is trying to get a piece of that market.
I haven’t installed a furnace yet, but I believe they are raw metal as well. They are priced very well, better than any other builders grade that I’ve been priced at and I’ve used AirTemp, Goodman, Grand Aire, AmeriStar.
you can take the screw off thats holding the liquid service valve in place underneath the valve. That would give you some extra wiggle space to get your shredder tool in there, then replace it when its done. Also way to close to the wall there for future servicing. other then that super clean work good job !
Unscrew the king valves next time to save yourself some time. Move that condenser unit away from the wall to allow easier service and proper airflow through outdoor coil.
I work on Lennox's all the time and have to deal with that. Luckily you can pop off the 2 screws holding the service valves and yank em out alittle to put a core tool on.
Hidden Resolve. True or remove valve core with a basic screwdriver style core remover and replace it at about 5 psi. Or lift the unit sit it on a brick to gain access
Nice video, thanks for sharing! Only thing I do differently is braze the equipment up first before electrical and ductwork. That way I can get a vacuum going and do the rest while the vacuum pump is running. I think the RunTru equipment looks good but you're right the service port on the liquid line is in a horrible spot. They need to fix that. Nice clean install bro
Great quality. Loved the epic rock in the beginning man. I’ve been seriously considering the electrical trade for some time. Might’ve just found a good group of HVACrs to sign up with and finally get out of my transitional job. Wish me luck!
I dont know if you carry those valve caps that have the sharder core removal on the top.of the cap I always carry those in if I run into that tight situation
That only works when there’s not refrigerant in the system. I was able to remove the core with a normal core remover but not with a tool is designed to remove the core when it’s under pressure.
@@QualityHVACR I've run into that on some older units. Watching your videos and thinking. What if you just put a swivel tee on the service port and just left it? I know it's not ideal but it would work I think. Sucks they engineers didn't leave room. Like your videos and keep up the great work. Take care.
You are my hero.Sometimes I feel I am too old to go back in business.I was doing alot alone.And couldn't support alot clients.How long you plan working alone?
Is the outdoor AC unit to close to the house? Will it be better for the unit to be about 4 more inch away from the wall? So in the future when you have to work on the AC you will have more room to work? Also what is the standard width away for unit and home, if there is.
Should've spun the condenser so service and ventilation would be better. Plus that flex supply main run IMO is ng. Did you level the pad before you tied the condenser in.?
Lennox did the same thing with their liquid line valves. It sucks but nothing a 90* low loss fitting can't help. But it sucks if the cores leak. Love the videos
My friend ,Stuart, invented that shut off float switch. Funny to see it. The new all access is his too. Soon to have Bluetooth. Your shrader tool is to big, mine would work.
No, the previous outdoor unit was too close. There's at least 6" on the new one if you look at the scale of things in the video when he's vaccing down. Most paperwork allows 1 side to be 6" if the rest are 12".
@@aquattadomdren6760 I mean to me I think that's a little close man. It makes everything a little bit more difficult to access. Its so easy to service a unit with space. Especially when you have room like that.
Stephen Collins oh believe me man, I always give myself more room when I can. I’m not justifying the decision here since it doesn’t look to me like their are property line issues or anything like that otherwise. I’m just saying that it is fine per manufacturer’s specs. I definitely agree it’s a lot more conducive to work on when you have more room.
What are the best gloves to wear for hvac I did a job the other day on a residential home, I was checking the low and high pressure I guess I wasn’t fast enough to put on the gauges it took me 2 times but the Freon was shooting out and it left me some good size blisters the next day...I was wondering if u can recommend a good pair...
I just bought (May 2021) a Trane Heat Pump Electric and can't believe how loud mine is, I had 2 Tranes before which were great. I like the flat piece you put under the outside unit. Mine was installed with 4 cheap cup looking deals at each corner. I was not impressed and have been treated fine, but they cannot get rid of the loudness except an idea of covering the suspected reason, I believe he said the compressor It was the part beneath the fan motor. I don't want a cover up, I want a fix.
You can’t run two different voltages in the same conduit, the liquid tight with power and control wire, the magnetic field of the power wire could induce a voltage in the control wire, just a heads up
andrew mcdonald ... calm down... he ain’t got not freq drives or nothing fancy on there... it’ll be fine. He did a great job compared to the installs I run into.
Clean install other than the small obvious stuff: condenser too close to the wall, low voltage ran through the conduit with the high voltage. Those pre fab P-Traps are horrible. Did I miss sealing of return collar and duct other than 4 screws and a strap ? Code is different in every state. Im in Texas. Have you seen the OxBox ? Looks the same as RunTru.
I just installed a run true for the first time 2 weeks ago and the unit did not come pre charged I just wanted to know if that happened to you. I had to charge all the refrigerant into it. Unit still work perfectly fine and there were no leaks but it just did it come charged which was weird.
Zach another outstanding job. I like how meticulous you are on your jobs. You're a class act. Thanks again for another great video.
Thx Anthony! That’s means a lot. I really appreciate your feedback.
Someone call the county Inspector. Most likely he did not pull a permit for that installment, as there is no way in hell that outdoor unit will pass to code. Or he failed it, then he did not list a video going back for being a idiot.
😂 call the county inspector? Quality HVACR must be a competitor in your area.
@@CryptoAbe Never run line and low voltage wire in the same raceway or conduit!
@@HVACToolReview lmao no. Sent Video to Tennessee contractors board with license number 70694. I hope he pulled a permit cause that is evidence....
*Used to supplement the up stairs when it gets hot outside this works very well and **Fastly.Cool** Also works good when the upstairs gets too hot in the Winter from the heater.*
I did HVAC for 30+ years you are a good mechanic... excellent job...
Great job. Clean and professional. The only thing I would have done differently is installed the condenser 12" to 18" away from the house to make it easier to work on and have better air flow available to condenser coil.
Exactly ! However he did a good job on installation.
Black & Decker has done a good job on cooling a small area with this handy unit...I use this in a loft area all summer for good cool without the inconvenience of installing and blocking a window. Love it!
3:31 The fart was epic!
🤣🤣🤣
I wondered if I just imagined I heard that or it actually happened? 🤣🤣🤣
@@FletcherRSmith I thought the same thing, but the replay confirmed it! hahahaha!~
Even his farts are EPA APPROVED 👍
@@Chele156 , Your comment was hilarious 🤣.
In Florida, minimum of 12 inches from wall. They do sell smaller valve core tools to remove stems. I always install service panel away from wall for easier access. Great job either way.
Great job my man. I'm also a one man show for 31 years now in business for myself. Started in HVAC at age 18 and now almost 57 now. Starting to burn out and body breaking down lol. I may start to sub out all my HVAC installs and just concentrate on sales and service. Take some advice if you have some tough jobs that are a two man job find a helper for the day. I installed so many HVAC systems by myself that I should have hired a helper at least for a day or two. Also look into buying or leasing a walking electric hand truck for jobs with lots of steps. Keep up the great work man. Peace \m/\m/...
coolmandude1000 I want to get into HVAC do you recommend honestly?
@@chrisv5386 I do! Long hours but very rewarding. Every day is different
Depends on the company
Seriously .... Excelent Channel, your strong for the work is very inspirational, i'm an One Man Company too, i'm a IT contractor, and i´m a network installer. Your channel helps me. You teachme a lot with your dedication and entusiasm. Sorry for my awful english
Absolute masterclass work and ethic man! Very inspiring. The only thing I’m disappointed in is my self for not finding your channel sooner! Keep the videos coming.
All you SUPER KEYBOARD GANGSTER TECHNICIANS out there need to calm down... the man did a good job and is a good learning video for apprentices.... let’s see you guys take time to video your installs and see your work. This is the real world and not everything is ran 100% by the book. All of you techs already know this u just wanna sound smart
Agreed Jimmy P. I have been reading the comments from all of the "Freon Leon" magnetic sign guys that think they know everything. These are the same guys that undersell good companies by thousands of dollars and ruin HVAC pricing. Good video though.
Besides Class 2 cable in same conduit as high voltage, clearance of condenser, and crimping suction line inlet so you can use existing 3/4" versus running new 7/8... It was clean and thanks for posting. I appreciate it ! Thanks.
Hahah botch job...oh you forgot the lack of a vent tee after the trap on an air handler that draws air through the coil
@@Clamjammer why would you put a vent tee after the p trap the p trap makes it so you dont need one
Thought I was the only person that caught the crimp
I admire how clean/neat you are with your work. I think that looks are very important, considering a customer spends thousands of dollars, and they don't know HVAC & all they do is see a system, neatness is what they are gonna see first.
Well said. In my mind, a neat job means attention to detail, which means equipment longevity.
I like that return box idea a lot. Great, clean work man
Nice work, the only thing why is the condenser too close to the wall?
Yes sir, trane is in Georgia, few minutes away from metter ga,
Great job, perfect and very clean work,
Nice attention to detail, that is really nice to see....why wait until near the end to braze, test and vacuum? Seems like a lot of time wasted...And the condensing unit so close to the wall?
Why not move the condenser away from the wall more for clearance? You do an amazing job. I really appreciate your love for the Hvac field.
beat me to it. Instructions say the clearances needed.
Definitely should be atleast a foot off house fir proper usage
I was thinking the same thing . Too close to the wall
It supposed to be at least 3 ft away from the wall. Isn't it ?
Agreed! At least 10-12” away from wall but other then that your jobs always look great and professional!
Know exactly how u feel. I once had to do an install on my own and was all done ready to leave by 4:00.............. compressor was dead on arrival. 😓
That's a very nice clean job! Still someone someday will open that up and shoulda done this or that this way etc.
Half way through video while writing this...I usually do brazing first and leave vacuum running while I wire, connect, level and seal everything. Personal preference. Great stuff though, Nothing like a 1-person change out 😎!
The condenser is way too close to the wall. The installer's guide mentions the following: Position the outdoor unit a minimum of 12” from
any wall or surrounding shrubbery to ensure adequate airflow.
Im no HVAC tech, but this seems obvious to me. not sure why you would put it that close when you have a clean open space to work with.
12 " on three sides. And 6" on the last side on most if not all brands or condensers
Jeff, that was my thought exactly. I've struggled w/ tight openings before, & have even had to use my inspection mirror to check connections! That's a recipe for future problems.
Kill the shrubs. They grow and the leaves /snails / Cockroaches are a disaster waiting to happen
Keep on reading. 12" on 3 sides, and 6" on one pretty standard now. Doesn't mean I'll ever agree to put it closer if I don't have to though.
Like your clean installs, make it easier for future servicing work. Would recommend when fitting the condensate pipe into pump body to cut a 45 degree angle at the end to reduce possibility of blockage by sludge accumulation.
Better then amerishit. It has the spine fine coil and an alliance compressor. Seems pretty solid. Saw one today.
Ulises Palacios Than*
joseph migliore thanks lol.
Ulises Palacios Ameristar will be the same unit as of 2021.
Very nice work. Clean and very neat. We live in Beaverton Oregon and had a Bryant 4-Ton Preferred Series 15 SEER Heat Pump installed. The installer "forgot" his Tubing bender so bent the 7/8" copper line-set by hand which oval-shaped the copper. Then since he couldn't do a sharp bend, he brazed right-angle copper fittings at the Condenser and Evaporator. Wondered what this does to refrigerant flow characteristics? I also caught him brazing without using Nitrogen. Line-set inside the Garage runs straight across the floor where we walk. We wanted to fire him on the spot but it was 100 degrees outside and wanted House cooled. My bad. Then I noticed no Filter Dryer. Called Company and they said there is one inside the outdoor unit. There seems to be one. We called Bryant/Carrier and they said absolutely need a 5-Ton Filter Dryer installed. It gets worse! We tried the Heat Pump over the winter and when it powerup up, the Condenser made a terrible noise so we switched back to Natural Gas. Called the installer Company and he said "You have no business using a Heat Pump in Oregon". Natural Gas is so much cheaper. So why is it sounding bad in Heat Pump mode? He said 'because I took out the Orifice on the Condenser and your flooding the Compressor - so you can't use the Heat Pump. So why did you sell us a Heat Pump and wire the Stat to have EM to enable the Heat Pump? No reply. Being very pissed off, I bought a Master Cool 5CFM dual-stage Vacuum Pump. I found the Orifice size I needed in the installers manual. I sucked all the Refrigerant into the Condenser, closed the service valves and disconnected the high-side line 3/8"? and installed the Orifice. Vacuumed the line-set down and let her rip.
The System is working OK but still don't have a Dryer installed in the Line-set. We really got screwed but thankfully, it is still working.
Wish we could have found someone like you to do the install. People are nuts here. Maybe it is Covid Brain?
Hey just following up if you have any update on if the Run Tru AC/Furnace are still working well?
First time viewer just wanted to say nice clean work and you now have a new subscriber
That run thru air handler looks IDENTICAL to a Trane TEM4 unit I just installed, Inside and out. Minus some extra controls and fan motor.
Just curious as to why you didnt run a complete new line set?
Nice install but why is the condenser so close to the wall makes it harder to install and service down the road. I always try to stay a minimum of 12" off the wall
Great video and job Zach. The reason the run tru has happened (FYI it’s everywhere not just Tennessee) Ameristar is owned by Ingersoll Rand not Trane. Ameristar was not Trane made (Except the gas furnace) it’s made in China. Trane cut ties with Ingersoll Rand at the 1st of the year. So they now make Run Tru with is made by Trane.
I didn’t know that. I was told at Trane that the American Standard vendors would still carry Ameristar, I guess that makes sense now. Thx for the info John!
I love how neat and complete you work.
Very clean and professional work. Good job sir! Forgot to spray the basement with some scented air sanitizer.
Unit is too close to the wall! Never run line and low voltage wire in the same raceway!
This is a response to my response I didn't notice your statement until after I read the comments but we are on the same page with the low voltage and high voltage being adjacent
way too close. although i wouldn't do it, you can run different voltage wires in the same conduit provided the wire sheathing have the same rating.
It is to close to the house. Not hating on you. Not only is it restricting the coil, you made it difficult to service. And thats bs that they only put enough in for ten foot of line set.
Beat me to it
This man does nice work, but I agree with both comments above..unit was too close and usually you don’t want to mix voltages in the same conduit.
Bro I think I heard someone else tooted/farted at time stamp 3:33 😂🤣 I thought I bring it up for laughs. Nevertheless you are inspiring as a technician. You are very detailed oriented and full of new ideas. Keep up the GREAT work my brother.
Looks like I spied FieldPiece joblink probes sitting on the porch. If so, have you looked at MeasureQuick?
Super dope man! You did an outstanding job all by yourself. You make it look so easy. I remember when I first started I was with a group of 3 and boy did we struggle.
Holy Smokes fantastic workmanship
Thx! 🤓 I really appreciate that!!
Im heading into 2nd year in hvac Im in Canada. I have been on construction building vrf systems but haven't done much service so watching vids help. If there is a chance to explain stuff like tips and what to watch out for that would be rad. Thanks again for the Vids
Ever heard of measuring subcool?
@qualityHVACR just installed my first one the other day and noticed that it was one of the most quiet units also! Good install and that liquid line a schrader sucks
You guys in the midwest and east coast have it easy on replacements. Here in California most furnaces are in 20-24" closets. Good work on video
I sale American standard and Ameri Star. For several years now. I was a Ruud dealer before that. Really like the stars. They've been pretty much trouble free. Have installed gas packs, heat pump packs, split systems. Not sure what's going to happen in the near future for me. I installed two luxair ( Lennox) split HP just to see how I liked them. They seem fine and work well , but the condensers are Huge .
I’ve installed several brands over the years. Each brand doesn’t really show their faults until about a year or so later. We shall see what the future holds for RunTru.
Great job and video. Unit to close to wall
Thank you for the most unexpected laugh of 2020 with the fart😂😂
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Hey brotha , I'm going to start calling u Mr. Clean😁. Work looks great. May God bless your business. 💪
Haha! 🤣 Thx I really appreciate it!
Those old pancake outdoor units were built very well. I still see them operating after 25 + years.
Very nice install. Are the gas furnaces painted or just the galvanized aluminum? How are the prices of the Runtru compared to other "builder grade" units? Seems like Trane is trying to get a piece of that market.
I haven’t installed a furnace yet, but I believe they are raw metal as well. They are priced very well, better than any other builders grade that I’ve been priced at and I’ve used AirTemp, Goodman, Grand Aire, AmeriStar.
@@QualityHVACR They do look well built. Thanks for the answers.
Clean install. Around my place I don't think you can run the high voltage and low voltage in the same conduit.
you can take the screw off thats holding the liquid service valve in place underneath the valve. That would give you some extra wiggle space to get your shredder tool in there, then replace it when its done. Also way to close to the wall there for future servicing. other then that super clean work good job !
I was told in HVAC school that you are against code if you run 24v stat wire in same conduit as 120v wire?
True. There are exceptions, but the short answer is regular Class-2 thermostat wire cannot be in the same conduit/fitting/box.
Why no new line set? Everything was so clean.
Unscrew the king valves next time to save yourself some time. Move that condenser unit away from the wall to allow easier service and proper airflow through outdoor coil.
Chris Lopez ... service valves ... not king valves. I’m a refrigeration tech so don’t mind me we are all anal
@@jimmyp5487 😂😂😂
@@jimmyp5487 i was lost went he wrote KING lmao
I work on Lennox's all the time and have to deal with that. Luckily you can pop off the 2 screws holding the service valves and yank em out alittle to put a core tool on.
Hidden Resolve. True or remove valve core with a basic screwdriver style core remover and replace it at about 5 psi.
Or lift the unit sit it on a brick to gain access
We actually going to start installing those over here in Texas. Thanks for the video.
Right on! Let me know how it goes.
I would suggest picking up the Pipe Wiper system for cleaning linesets.
man that was a very nice install awesome quality job about the core I was in the same position few months ago that make so mad but you learn from that
I heard your booster fire up when you lifted the furnace to place it on the return plenum . Nice change out.
🤣 Thx man!
Nice video, thanks for sharing! Only thing I do differently is braze the equipment up first before electrical and ductwork. That way I can get a vacuum going and do the rest while the vacuum pump is running. I think the RunTru equipment looks good but you're right the service port on the liquid line is in a horrible spot. They need to fix that. Nice clean install bro
Yea that’s a good idea. Luckily with my evacuation set up, it doesn’t take very long. Thx for the feedback!
I don't know if I was seeing things or what but looked like that squirrel cage housing was all blown out. Whats up with that?
You should work on not using flex into the base can, layout the sheet metal so airflow is priority to keep your static pressures low.
Great quality. Loved the epic rock in the beginning man. I’ve been seriously considering the electrical trade for some time. Might’ve just found a good group of HVACrs to sign up with and finally get out of my transitional job. Wish me luck!
A few common mistakes but I love the work you done.
Damn you put the outdoor unit close to the wall. Great video
Our company is a Trane dealership, been using Ameristar haven’t seen the new brand yet. Looks like a decent unit. Great video. 👍
Thx William! I feel like at its price point, it’s a great entry level machine.
I dont know if you carry those valve caps that have the sharder core removal on the top.of the cap I always carry those in if I run into that tight situation
That only works when there’s not refrigerant in the system. I was able to remove the core with a normal core remover but not with a tool is designed to remove the core when it’s under pressure.
@@QualityHVACR I've run into that on some older units. Watching your videos and thinking. What if you just put a swivel tee on the service port and just left it? I know it's not ideal but it would work I think. Sucks they engineers didn't leave room. Like your videos and keep up the great work. Take care.
You always impress me with your training videos.
lol where can i do AC work like this ? That thing is just sitting in the middle of the room in a drain pan haha
right?
You are my hero.Sometimes I feel I am too old to go back in business.I was doing alot alone.And couldn't support alot clients.How long you plan working alone?
Hopefully no longer than 3-6 months 🤞🏽
Hey Zach, where’d did you get that box? Amazing work!
If only i could have an easy, spacious garage for all my upflow installs.and damn that condenser is close to that wall.
Job looks GREAT !!!! Where is the filter ??? I LOVE the R/A plenum, Does plenum come with filter access ???
Is the outdoor AC unit to close to the house? Will it be better for the unit to be about 4 more inch away from the wall? So in the future when you have to work on the AC you will have more room to work? Also what is the standard width away for unit and home, if there is.
Dumb question may been asked. But do you put a separate disconnect box for the air handler itself?
Nice job and great attention to detail. Where are you located so i can hire you to install mine..
What is the name of the hole saw/knockout bit used @ 5:27 to create a hole in the side of the AHU?
Great video! A true professional!
Should've spun the condenser so service and ventilation would be better. Plus that flex supply main run IMO is ng. Did you level the pad before you tied the condenser in.?
Still looks like an Ameristar. Good install sir. But I got to ask, why so close to the house?
Lennox did the same thing with their liquid line valves. It sucks but nothing a 90* low loss fitting can't help. But it sucks if the cores leak. Love the videos
you can attach Schrader core tool if you remove the 5/16 screw on the bottom of the liquid line king valve
My friend ,Stuart, invented that shut off float switch. Funny to see it. The new all access is his too. Soon to have Bluetooth. Your shrader tool is to big, mine would work.
Another nice installation.... can you show more of the wiring line voltage/ low voltage up close would be very informative . 👍
Looks too close to wall, outside unit
No, the previous outdoor unit was too close. There's at least 6" on the new one if you look at the scale of things in the video when he's vaccing down. Most paperwork allows 1 side to be 6" if the rest are 12".
@@aquattadomdren6760 I mean to me I think that's a little close man. It makes everything a little bit more difficult to access. Its so easy to service a unit with space. Especially when you have room like that.
Stephen Collins oh believe me man, I always give myself more room when I can. I’m not justifying the decision here since it doesn’t look to me like their are property line issues or anything like that otherwise. I’m just saying that it is fine per manufacturer’s specs. I definitely agree it’s a lot more conducive to work on when you have more room.
Did you have to purge the old unit of refrigerant before you cut the high and low side pipes?
Give us an update in the spring time as to how the unit is running!
I've found the yellow jacket core tool will fit in some places the appion does not. Great vid
I've noticed that too, also the stem head is slightly smaller and can get in at an angle easier
was that a custom made box or did you buy whos been your go-to in your state.
Why did you instal the outside unit so close to the house like that?
Yes and condenser is to close to home , anchor per windstorm code ??? Question on armor flex insulation on copper line 1/2 or 1 inch thick is code????
Outdoor unit piston or TXV? Energized in heat or cool?
Good job man 👍
@Timothy Salomon Thanks for the info TimSal 😎👍
What are the best gloves to wear for hvac I did a job the other day on a residential home, I was checking the low and high pressure I guess I wasn’t fast enough to put on the gauges it took me 2 times but the Freon was shooting out and it left me some good size blisters the next day...I was wondering if u can recommend a good pair...
All these hating comments. You got down as usual brother love seeing your work. You go above and beyond I wonder if a T would’ve fit on the Schrader
I just bought (May 2021) a Trane Heat Pump Electric and can't believe how loud mine is, I had 2 Tranes before which were great. I like the flat piece you put under the outside unit. Mine was installed with 4 cheap cup looking deals at each corner. I was not impressed and have been treated fine, but they cannot get rid of the loudness except an idea of covering the suspected reason, I believe he said the compressor It was the part beneath the fan motor. I don't want a cover up, I want a fix.
Out of curiosity, where you live is there no minimum distance the condenser unit can be from the wall? For airflow and service clearance
Did you really crimp the suction line ?!
You can’t run two different voltages in the same conduit, the liquid tight with power and control wire, the magnetic field of the power wire could induce a voltage in the control wire, just a heads up
I've done it during my whole 28 years in the trade with no issues. Tens of thousands of others are the same way.
Richard Futch I have had contacters pull in without a call due to this problem
They will fail a job here for running low voltage with high voltage in same conduit.
Should fail anywhere since it’s NEC.
Not if you run shielded cable.
andrew mcdonald ... calm down... he ain’t got not freq drives or nothing fancy on there... it’ll be fine. He did a great job compared to the installs I run into.
Clean install other than the small obvious stuff: condenser too close to the wall, low voltage ran through the conduit with the high voltage. Those pre fab P-Traps are horrible. Did I miss sealing of return collar and duct other than 4 screws and a strap ? Code is different in every state. Im in Texas.
Have you seen the OxBox ? Looks the same as RunTru.
Return filter? filter drier? condenser to close to wall. quality work
I just installed a run true for the first time 2 weeks ago and the unit did not come pre charged I just wanted to know if that happened to you. I had to charge all the refrigerant into it. Unit still work perfectly fine and there were no leaks but it just did it come charged which was weird.
Im thinking about purchasing a 4 ton RunTru what are you thoughts on then now ???
Great video. Lennox does the same shit with there valves. Makes it really hard to get a core remover on some of there damn units!
Yea that’s ridiculous. Something that simple getting overlooked.