Returned to home to install 2 hard start kits on the larger 5 ton units in the main home. Once installed I tested and ensured the unit start amps were within range. Both units are running properly on departure. I also discussed maintenance plan renewal with Mr Barnett and he elected not to renew at this time. I will send him an estimate to look it over for future reference.
Arrived on site, customer stated they were not having any issues or concerns. Found bad fan capacitor in up stairs office furnace. The remaining furnaces were testing within manufacture. Found bad fan capacitors on both 5 Ton condensers as well as high start amps (150). All contractors were testing within range. Washed all outdoor units to assist with unit efficiency. Noticed thermostat wire on one of the garage units had exposed wire. Appears to be due to sun exposure. Recommended to customer to replace the bad capacitors and install hard start kits to extend the life of the over amping condensers. Customer went ahead with estimate. Replaced all bad capacitors and repaired damaged thermostat wire. Scheduled return visit to install hard start kits. All units in working order upon departure.
I performed a single system maintenance. I checked amps, capacitors, filter, electrical, refrigerant, cleanliness, and drains. I checked the system in heating mode because the temperature was in the 50’s and the thermostat would not let cooling come on. I observed a decent amount of growth forming in the airhandler cabinet, build up on the blower wheel, and debris stuck in the evaporator coil. When checking the refrigerant, I noticed the pressures are not in normal ranges and became concerned. I would like to return at a later date when it is warmer to take another look at the system in cooling. I am almost certain that at least the liquid line dryer has gotten clogged.
On arrival notice main fuse to power supply blown. Relocated power supply for UV light off of thermostat wires and straight to transformer. Once power to the air handler unit was initiated and a heating was energized. It popped the 5 inch fuse for power. Once fuse popped disconnected UV light from system. Turned on breaker unit thin pops another fuse. After some time I Was able to trace it down to the thermostat itself. I removed the power wire off at service connections in the unit. Thin generated power to the unit no fuse was tripped.. Pulled the face plate of the thermostat off the wall, visually inspected and noticed battery acid on battery terminals. Thin began to test the thermostat connection and received continuity between four of the prongs on the back of the thermostat that I used to call for heating cooling and fan thus being the reason fuses blown in the attic as voltage reading across all when there’s no call for heating / cooling. The face plate of the thermostat is remo
By installing an HVAC UV light, you can eliminate mold and mildew, kill viruses and bacteria, and reduce odors, all of which will improve the quality of your indoor air. Additionally, UV lights increase the efficiency of your HVAC. The UV lamps will clean the coils and air that passes through the HVAC system naturally.
Performed single system heating maintenance. Checked amps, capacitor, filter, refrigerant, electrical, safeties, cleanliness, and drains. System is heating to manufacture specifications with some concerns. Recommendations 1. Adding a pan switch to identify a clog in the emergency drain pan. 2. The airhandler is starting to have growth formations on the blower and primary pan. I recommend we clean it out and install a u/v light to sterilize the inside of the unit. 3. During start up the compressor is having an over influx of power. This wears the compressor down over time. I recommend we add a hard start kit to ease the power draw of the compressor. A water safety switch that goes into the emergency pan. This is used to detect a secondary drain line clog. 521 ELECTRONIC HARD START 189-227 UF 170-277V 1 HP AND UP HARD STARTS ARE USED TO GIVE COMPRESSORS A HIGHER STARTING BOOST OF CURRENT WHEN NEEDED TO START.
Will need to order hose and return. Temporarily patched to get tenet through the night. Mice chewed the hose.
Came out today for no cool. Upon arrival checked all electrical components on furnace. System calling for cooling. Went to outside unit was getting proper voltage. Checked pressures and pressures are good. Checked plug that plugs into board and after unplugging then putting in back system engaged. Thank you for your time.
Providing an estimate for a gas furnace replacement. Warranties for the gas furnace 10 year manufacturer warranty 1 Labor year
Perform heat pump inspection. Checked electrical components inside and out. Checked evaporator drain line. Checked emergency heat. Checked Freon levels. Washed out condensing coil and cleaned trane clean air cells. Unit is operational and working at this time
Performed fall maintenance on two units, no mechanical failures found at this time. Neither unit is float switch protected against water damage, customer to plan for spring on float switches.
Found PSC conversion from ECM board failure, not allowing blower motor to run. Proper repair requires evaporator coil pull and clean with pump down, install OEM ECM motor for correct efficiency and pressures. Door frame on closet will need to be removed by customer before coil can be pulled and cleaned, customer will be responsible for replacing door frame after repair is made.
Performed service check on HVAC system and found weak/faulty run capacitor on outdoor compressor. System under warranty. Replaced capacitor and tested system operation. No further issues. Suggest maintenance agreement to prevent future breakdowns.
Cooling HVAC system maintenance Performed VIP spring tune up and found a few concerns, float switch and control wiring protection was installed today. Client wants to talk to her son before moving forward with duct and dryer vent cleaning.
