HVAC and Building Controls
Commissioning Experts
Split System D/X Training &
Troubleshooting
Identify what main
components are:
Condenser unit
Compressor
Condenser
fan
Condenser coil
Evaporator unit, fan and coil
Refrigerant
control device
Identify what the
problem is:
Do we have main system power.
Are
the main fuses blown.
Do we have control power.
Is
the control fuse blown.
Is the evaporator fan coming on.
Is it rotating correctly.
Are the indoor fan belts ok.
Is
the fan motor bad.
Is the compressor running.
Is the compressor contactor ok.
Is the compressor bad. ( valves, windings, locked up )
Does the system have adequate refrigerant.
How to evaluate superheat.
How to charge by super heat.
How to charge by condenser sub cooling.
Is
the refrigerant control device clogged or power head flat.
Are there any safety switches open.
Is the condenser fan running.
Are either fan, relays or starters burned out.
Are filters clean
Is the indoor coil frozen over.
Is indoor coil clean.
Is outdoor coil clean.
How to lubricate the fan and bearings.
Check and clean the condensate trap.