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Compressors' Lives can Be in Danger From Moment of Installation

Compressors don’t die, they’re murdered

February 24, 2020

Many new systems have no chance of long-term success due to improper installation, said Martin Hoover of Empire Heating and Air Conditioning.

The commissioning of Fujitsu VRF systems at a residence in New Jersey.

Five Good Reasons Why A Good Compressor Can Go Bad

Failures often result from installation mistakes and poor maintenance

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

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Compressor failures are often a result of installation mistakes and/or poor maintenance, which means that they can usually be prevented.

A student assesses the compressor equipment on a job site.

Compressor Retrofits on the Rise in Commercial Refrigeration

Energy-efficient upgrades need to be weighed against total system replacement

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2020

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Recommissioning a system can help determine if a compressor replacement makes sense, or if the whole system should be replaced.

Verifying a Proper Pump Down

Following correct procedure can prevent damage to compressor

Joe Marchese

February 10, 2020

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Refrigerant migration can be damaging to a compressor. The refrigerant migrating back to the compressor can possibly slug the component.

Compressor Discharge Temperature Reflects How Equipment is Operating

Keep an Eye on Discharge Line Temps

John Tomczyk

February 10, 2020

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The compressor’s discharge temperature can tell the service technician what is going on inside a refrigeration or air conditioning system.

Mistakes To Avoid When Changing Out A Compressor

Following these steps can reduce the chances of a call back

Joe Marchese

October 7, 2019

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Replacing a compressor is typically a major investment, so having to return and repair the same issue, or an additional issue, should be avoided.

Flooding, Migration, and Slugging of Compressors

Causes and cures for these troublesome conditions

John Tomczyk

October 7, 2019

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When it comes to servicing compressors, technicians often encounter three issues: flooding, migration, and slugging.

Troubleshooting Single Phase Residential Compressors

What to do when the system won't start

Dave Spates

September 16, 2019

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This article will discuss tips on troubleshooting single phase, residential compressors that won’t start.

How A Service Part Can “Kill” The Compressor

Hard-start kits can have unintended consequences

Jonathan Charles

May 27, 2019

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There are times when the attempt to do something positive can result in something unexpected. The annual increase in the number of hard-start kits being added to air conditioners is a perfect example.

One Compressor Does Not Equal Another: Verify Before Replacing

When choosing a new model, check on a few things first

Joe Marchese

April 1, 2019

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If a system has a defective compressor, finding a replacement is generally easy, but here are a few tips, just in case.

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