In this 90-minute video presentation, well-known author and instructor Jim Johnson eliminates the mysteries behind the concepts of vapor compressor refrigeration systems. The program begins with a brief overview of thermodynamics, sensible and latent heat concepts, and the basic components of a refrigeration system before taking a nuts-and-bolts approach to understanding and servicing residential and light commercial equipment.
Using cutaways of components and refrigeration systems to demonstrate, Jim explains and shows how refrigeration systems applied to comfort cooling systems, as well as those found in other systems such as walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-in's, and other applications.
The accompanying resource material CD includes an interactive resource guide, quiz questions, additional information on EPA refrigerant recovery certification, sample questions and an answer key for EPA certification and additional temperature/pressure charts.
Program Outline
- Refrigeration Fundamentals Review
- Heat Transfer & Thermodynamic Laws
- Vapor Compression System Components
- Compressors, Condensers &Evaporators
- Metering Devices (Fixed Bore & Expansion Valves)
- Refrigeration System Accessories
- Accumulators, Receivers & Filter Driers
- Control & Protection Switches, Solenoids
- Sight Glasses, EPR and CPR Valves
- Oil Separators, Crankcase Heaters & Mufflers
- Accessing Refrigeration Systems
- Safety & Proper Gauge Connection Procedures
- Checking A System Charge
- The Concept of Superheat & Subcooling
- Refrigerant Leak Detection
- Electronic Leak Detectors & Pinpointing Leaks
- Types of Refrigerants & Their Applications
- Refrigerants and Oil Compatibility
- Evaluating & Troubleshooting A System
- Proper Use of Recovery Equipment
- System Repair Procedures
- Installing Permanent Access Valves
- Evacuating & Dehydrating A System
- Charging A Refrigeration System
- Charging By Weight
- Adding Refrigerant To A System