I arrived at our clients home for a 2 system maintenance inspection. Mark showed me the attic access and thermostats for both units. I quickly began in the attic and inspected the filters for both units. Both had recently been replaced and did not need to be changed today. I then went outside to test and inspect both condenser units. I tested all the electrical components and found that the upstairs capacitor failed and is below manufacture specifications. Subsequently it is causing the compressor to exceed the manufacture start amps limit. If this continues to happen the compressor runs the risk of also failing. I attempted to discuss my finding with mark but he was on a call. We briefly discussed replacing the failed capacitor and also adding a compressor saver (hard start kit) to help reduce the start amps on the compressor and bring them within normal manufacture range. I did also wash both outdoor coils as part of today’s maintenance. I then proceeded into the attic and tested
Perform system maintenance on a 2016 Trane 4ton heat pump system unit is level and draining properly. All electrical components documented and cleaned of any debris buildup washed that electronic air filter up in the attic unit is up and running as it should at this time.
Performed 2 system heating maintenance. Checked amps, capacitors, electrical, safeties, cleanliness, and drains. Systems are performing to manufacture specifications with a couple of concerns. Recommendations U/s 1. Emergency pan is compromised and building calcium on the bottom side of the pan. 2. Inducer motor wiring is damaged and can not be effectively repairs. Recommend replacement of the inducer assembly. 3. System does not have a primary float switch to detect clogging before nit becomes a major problem. D/s 1. Blower motor capacitor is reading 6.6 out of 7.5. This is under the rating on the capacitor and I can not guarantee that it will continue to start. 2. Emergency pan is compromised and building calcium on the bottom side of the pan.
Checked systems, adjusted a couple dampers per ms. Washington comfort concerns. Schedule duct cleaning for 2 systems and dryer vent for October 14th. *please call October 13th as reminder for the 14th scheduled cleaning. Additional information on VIP on next visit.