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Fundamental Refrigeration
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $34.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA99
Fundamental Refrigeration covers all the basic principles and theories of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Written in easy to understand language, this book contains a wealth of necessary fundamental knowledge. A low-tech, low stress introduction to the mechanical vapor compression cycle. Covering a broad range of information about refrigeration and air conditioning systems, this book is not only for those entering the field, but also for seasoned professionals who want a solid review of the basic principles.
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HVAC/R Terminology: A Quick Reference Guide
Member Price: $29.95 Non-Member Price: $39.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA100
This one-of-a-kind HVAC/R technical reference guide incorporates all the HVAC/R technical terms used in the industry today, and is an indispensable resource for professionals dealing with electricity, controls, refrigeration cycle, heating, psychometrics, boilers, heat pumps, heat transfer, load calculations and more. Covers the entire industry, providing the most comprehensive collection of HVAC/R terms available in one concise location. For those just starting in and seasoned veterans of the HVAC/R industry.
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R-410A Universal Safety Manual
Member Price: $29.95 Non-Member Price: $39.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA101
This book was developed to provide field service personnel with the necessary training and practical knowledge to safely perform service on systems containing R-410A and R-407C. In addition, this manual includes information on: the R-22 phase-out, appropriate refrigerant and oil applications, service techniques, as well as safe handling of R-410A. This manual contains all of the information technician will need to prepare for their R-410A Safety Certification. The R-410A Safety Certification is conducted through the auspices of the membership of the AC&R Safety Coalition. CD Sold Separately
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R-410A Interactive Training CD
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA102
This interactive CD-ROM provides field service personnel with the necessary training and practical knowledge to safely perform service on systems containing R-410A and R-407C. In addition, this CD includes information on: the R-22 phase-out, appropriate refrigerant and oil applications, service techniques, as well as safe handling of R-410A. This CD breaks down R-410A training into categories each with specific sub topics. Each category contains practice questions. All of the Information needed to prepare for the R-410A Safety Certification is contained in this interactive CD-ROM.
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Basic Refrigeration & Charging Procedures
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA103
Refrigerant pressures, states and conditions are covered, as well as how they apply to the refrigeration system. Vapor pressures, sub-cooling, superheat, saturation, latent heat, and sensible heat are explained and applied to the refrigeration cycle. Basic system components, their functions and applications are included. Detailed explanations of each point in the refrigeration cycle will clarify questions the reader may have. Definitions and system applications of sub-cooling and superheat are also included in this module. Condenser sub-cooling, total sub-cooling, evaporator superheat and total superheat are explained with examples as they apply to the basic refrigeration cycle. Friction and static pressure losses, with examples and applications, gives the reader a thorough understanding of how much sub-cooling is needed in any system. Advanced topics such as; liquid pressure amplification, superheat suppression, floating head pressure, and refrigerant control systems are included. This module includes a detailed explanation of refrigerant metering devices which include; thermostatic expansion valves, automatic expansion valves, and capillary tubes. Application, sizing, and troubleshooting under varying system operating conditions are explained. System charging procedures as they apply to these various types of air conditioning and/or refrigeration systems are included. Charging charts and charging curves with examples of system applications give the reader a thorough understanding of system charging when reading this module.
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Basic Refrigeration and Charging Procedures Interactive Training CD
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA104
This interactive CD is an excellent training tool that fully describes and explains the refrigeration cycle. The CD contains information on refrigerant pressures, states and conditions as well as how they apply to the refrigeration system. Vapor pressures, sub-cooling, superheat, saturation, latent heat, and sensible heat are explained and applied to the refrigeration cycle. Basic system components, their functions and applications are included. Each point in the refrigeration cycle is explained in detail.
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Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems
Member Price: $29.95 Non-Member Price: $39.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA106
In today's ever changing technical world, service technicians must be highly skilled and have a solid understanding of refrigeration and air conditioning concepts. In addition, technicians must stay abreast of current industry development and improved techniques. Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems gives service technicians all the information needed to accurately diagnose and solve various systems problems. The book details a variety of topics and troubleshooting procedures, including the following: Refrigerant pressures, states, and conditions, Sub-cooling and superheat, Compression systems, Metering devices, System charge, Diagnosing air conditioning systems, Systematic troubleshooting, Alternative refrigerants, Refrigerant blends an oils, Leak detection - evacuation and clean up procedures, Ozone depletion and global warming.
Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems reviews the changes affecting the refrigeration and air conditioning industries with an emphasis on the phase-out of CFC and HCFC refrigerants. Detailed sections on the most current leak detection and evacuation methods are included, as well as a section on alternative refrigerants and retrofit guidelines. The book also includes refrigerant changeover guidelines for the following conversions: R-12 to R-134a; R-12 to R-401A; R-12 to R-401B; R-502 to R-402A/R-408A; and R-502 to R-404A/R-507.
Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems is written in easy to understand language and utilizes a large number of illustrations, tables, and photos. This book will provide service technicians with the practical, hands on information needed to successfully troubleshoot and service today's increasingly complex air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems helps students develop an ability to troubleshoot systems and solve problems in an efficient and timely manner. Although some textbooks address the subject, the coverage is more often cursory than detailed. Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems is a textbook that thoroughly covers the subject in an easy to understand format and is an excellent addition to any curriculum.
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Troubleshooting & Servicing HVAC&R Electrical Systems
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA107
This book details HVAC&R electrical system operation, systematic troubleshooting and service. It was written with the non electrician in mind. It provides service technicians with all the information necessary to accurately diagnose and solve electrical system faults. Sections on safety, schematic interpretation, system components, motors, electric heat and troubleshooting are included.
"Troubleshooting and Servicing HVACR Electrical Systems" is written in easy to understand language and has a large number of illustrations. This book will provide service technicians with the practical hands on information needed to successfully troubleshoot and service today's increasingly complex HVACR electrical systems.
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Medium & High Efficiency Gas Furnaces
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA108
This unique field guide discusses each important aspect of the medium to high efficiency gas furnaces used in central heating applications, from the combustion process to the venting of the furnace itself. The author Richard Jazwin also provides detailed information on other related topics including: furnace construction, controls and components, ignition systems, sequences of operation, basic service procedures, and electric / electronic troubleshooting and repair.
In addition to providing a basic understanding of furnace design and operation, this in depth manual also details the significant advances made in the furnace industry. "Medium and High Efficiency Gas Furnaces" is an essential tool for those who are interested in becoming successful service technicians. |
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Troubleshooting & Servicing Heat Pumps
Member Price: $19.95 Non-Member Price: $24.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA109
"Troubleshooting and Servicing Heat Pumps Systems" is a unique field guide discusses in detail the various aspects of Heat Pump Selection, installation, and service. This book covers basic heat pump operation, including: A review of the refrigeration cycle, heat pump configurations, 4-way valves, electrical schematics, defrost systems, controls and accessories, the scroll compressor, and service and troubleshooting.
"Troubleshooting and Servicing Heat Pump Systems" serves not only as comprehensive field guide for the seasons HVAC&R professional, but also as a unique learning tool for those just entering the field. It's easy - to - understand formats and extensive illustrations and diagrams make it the perfect tool for every HVAC&R technician.
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Compression Systems
Member Price: $ 24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA110
This module includes detailed information on compression ratio and volumetric efficiency. Practical examples and solutions are included to help the reader understand why some systems are more efficient than others. The discharge and suction strokes of reciprocating compressors and how they relate to compression ratio and volumetric efficiency are explained. Also covered in this module are:
System flooding Migration Slugging Automatic pump-down systems? With electrical circuit analysis Crankcase heaters Suction line accumulators Oil separators.
Compressor performance curves and graphs, compressor specifications, parallel compressors and their oil systems are also explained in detail. Voltage variation is explained as it applies to compressors. A solid understanding of the compression system is necessary to successfully perform field service. |
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System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Procedures
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA111
This module provides the reader with the necessary information to successfully diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration system problems. Systematic troubleshooting and diagnostics of; airflow problems, refrigerant cycle malfunctions, suction and liquid line restrictions, oil logged evaporator, undercharge, overcharge, compressor inefficiencies, dirty condenser, air in the system, restricted metering device, and low and high condenser entering air temperatures are detailed. Systematic diagnosis of the above listed problems using service checklists to assist the service technician to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot a system is explained. Basic and advanced leak detection covering the following six classes of leaks are detailed; standing leaks pressure, dependent leaks temperature, dependent leaks vibration, dependent leaks combination, dependent leaks cumulative micro leaks Testing procedures for evaporator leaks, condenser leaks, suction and liquid line leaks are all thoroughly explained. Advanced leak detection and modern leak detectors are also included and explained in detail. System evacuation, deep vacuums, micron gauges and scales, vacuum pumps, vacuum manifolds, system pressure drops, vacuum breaker valves, and gas ballasts are all explained as well as illustrated. System cleanout procedure after a compressor burnout using suction and liquid line filters and associated graphs are included. Combination acid and moisture test kits are also a part of this module.
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Alternative Refrigerant Blends & Oils
Member Price: $24.95 Non-Member Price: $29.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA112
Ozone depletion, direct and indirect effects of global warming, radiation, and the Federal Clean Air Act have created the necessity for the development of new refrigerants and oils. Covered in this module are alternative refrigerants to CFCs and HCFCs, the Montreal Protocol, legislation and regulation, regulatory requirements, equipment certification, refrigerant leaks, mandatory technician certification, refrigerant sales restriction, re-claimer certification, safe disposal requirements, record keeping, hazardous waste disposal, and planning for the future. Important definitions that must be known in order to comply with EPAs rules and regulations are also in this chapter. Also included in this module are:
Refrigerant chemistry for CFC, HCFC, and HFC Refrigerants and refrigerant blends Temperature glide Fractionation Alternative refrigerants Oils and their properties Oil flushing procedures Oil additives Oil guidelines Pressure control settings. This module provides field technicians with a solid understanding of alternative refrigerants, refrigerant blends, oils, and their proper application.
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AnswerMan "HVAC&R Reference Guide"
Member Price: $8.95 Non-Member Price: $10.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA113
Small in Size, Big on Information The AnswerMan Pocket Reference Guide provides fast and easy answers that would otherwise require a library of textbooks. AnswerMan Pocket Reference Guide is a handy pocket sized reference manual that every air conditioning and refrigeration technician MUST have. AnswerMan Pocket Reference Guide isn't just a book, it's a tool that you'll use every day. This book is a compilation of charts, graphs, formulas, and troubleshooting guidelines. The Reference Guide contains: Temp/Pressure/Enthalpy/Entropy charts Troubleshooting Charts English/Metric conversions Gas laws/formulas Material insulation values Electrical/wire capacity/motor spec/electronics Fastener/torque specs Pipe and tubing/copper/aluminum/steel Taps/dies/drill sizes And much more Over 140 pages of useful information.
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AnswerMan Electricity for HVAC&R - A Guide to Troubleshooting
Member Price: $8.95 Non-Member Price: $10.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA114
Small in Size, Big on Information Electrical problems account for more than 80% of all service scenarios. ?Electricity for HVAC&R - A Guide to Troubleshooting? provides the technician with the information necessary to successfully diagnose electrical problems. Electricity for HVAC&R - A Guide to Troubleshooting, is a practical view of what electricity is and how it works. It is more than just a textbook. Each subject is addressed by answering the most frequently asked questions about electricity. Every effort has been made to keep it simple. The small in size format of the AnswerMan series of books makes it easy to keep big information readily at hand. For technicians that will be preparing for the HVAC Excellence Electrical Certification exam, this manual addresses all of the subjects included in the test.
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AnswerMan Principles of Air Conditioning
Member Price: $8.95 Non-Member Price: $10.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA115
This 86 page manual provides the technician with a solid foundation in the principles of air conditioning and refrigeration. The condensed format and simple language make this manual easy to read and understand. This book is small in size - Big on information. This book is packet full of useful information but small enough to put in your pocket. The AnswerMan Principles of Air Conditioning is an excellent training manual for the beginning technician and a great review for the journeyman. Subjects covered include: temperature and pressure, basic thermodynamic principles, physical matter, sensible and latent heat, gas laws, refrigerant cycle, refrigerants, environmental impact of CFCs, system service and troubleshooting.
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Wiring Simplified
Member Price: $12.95 Non-Member Price: $15.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA116
Wiring Simplified, 40th edition, has been updated to the 2002 National Electrical Code by NEC expert Frederic P. Hartwell. The book translates NEC rules into easy-to understand explanations of how to do complete, safe jobs using the latest wiring practices. New features in the 40th edition All new or improved illustrations and 16 added pages that cover the latest developments in:
Arc-fault circuit interrupters ? Feeders and the panels they supply
Motor disconnects
Required workspace around electrical panels
Safe installation of emergency backup generators
Underground-to-aboveground wiring transitions
Coping with existing aluminum branch circuit wiring
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MODERN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
Member Price: $64.95 Non-Member Price: $79.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA117
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning provides an excellent blend of theory with job-qualifying skills, making it a leader in the refrigeration and air conditioning field! This comprehensive text teaches both fundamental principles and the service techniques needed to diagnose and remedy HVAC problems. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning contains the most recent information and advances in the field needed to prepare the technician for success in today's world. This edition includes up-to-date material on EPA rules and regulations covering refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. Both students and practicing technicians will benefit from the comprehensive approach of this text, which provides a solid and thorough knowledge of all aspects of refrigeration and air conditioning.
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Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory CD
Member Price: $10.95 Non-Member Price: $12.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA118
Audio version of the Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory Manual on compact disc.
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EPA Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory Cassette
Member Price: $10.95 Non-Member Price: $12.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA119
Audio version of our Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory Manual on cassette.
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POCKET REF Member Price: $12.95 Non-Member Price: $19.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA120
This great little book is a concise all-purpose reference featuring hundreds of tables, maps, formulas, constants & conversions. Over 200 new pages and virtually thousands of updates! Index for information access AND it still fits in your shirt pocket! Great handyman gift!
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The HVAC/R Professional's Field Guide to Alternative Refrigerants
Member Price: $39.95 Non-Member Price: $49.95
PRODUCT ID: PMA121
The HVAC/R Professional's Field Guide to Alternative Refrigerants This 1,000 page plus unique field guide discusses both the procedures and problems contractors and service technicians face when retrofitting a system with an alternative refrigerant. Renowned author Richard Jazwin sorts through the confusion and misinformation regarding the alternative refrigerants and provides the facts every service technicians must know to successfully perform service. Alternative Refrigerants is divided into two parts. Part One details the new alternative from creation to retrofit, and provides needed information on blends / mixtures, oils, retrofit, safety, and much more. Part Two contains information on alternative refrigerants from the manufactures Copeland Corporation, Dupont Fluoroproducts, ICI Klea, Elf Autochem NA, and Honeywell (Allied Signal Gentron).
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DOOLIN'S TROUBLE SHOOTERS BIBLE
Member Price: $60.00 Non-Member Price: $70.00
PRODUCT ID: PMA122
More than 200,000 servicemen own the DOOLIN'S TROUBLE SHOOTERS BIBLE. Hundreds of trade schools and community colleges use this book in their training programs. This book rides service trucks, is the shop manual of the trade and is used extensively by owners of equipment who maintain their own units or have maintenance departments. No technician should be without this book.
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LA BIBLIA DOOLIN PARA EL TÉCNICO REPARADOR 
Miembros De Precio: $60.00 Precio para no miembros: $70.00
IDENTIFICACIÓN DEL PRODUCTO: PMA123
Más de 200,000 técnicos tienen la BIBLIA DOOLIN PARA EL TÉCNICO REPARADOR. Cientos de escuelas técnicas y universidades comunitarias utilizan este libro en sus programas de adiestramiento. Este libro se encuentra en los camiones de servicio, es el manual de la industria y es utilizado extensamente por los dueños de equipo que mantienen sus propias unidades y que tienen departamentos de mantenimiento. |