One of the better hose nozzles I have seen being used for this type of cleaning condenser coils/fins. I have seen HVAC contractors use concentrated low flowing streams of water and seem to be okay with that except it takes forever to get complete coverage of the fins. This is just about the best nozzle pattern you can use to have enough water flow and pressure to push out the filth. By far an approved method. Good one Ted.
It is amazing that a technician could have missed such an obvious problem. I know some guys prefer to use dish detergent, claiming it is less harsh then the marketed coil cleaners. Any comments in that regard? Another fine TC Production. 😎
I always advise the customer that I need to clean the cond coil to get better readings but right away they say they will do it to save a pittance of an extra charge and they usually don't, might have been like one of my cheap customers that I usually block afterwards, one cannot get a free detail with an oil change.
Great video. I asked a question on another one of your videos regarding Trane factory start assist kits. Should they be replaced if they go bad and, are they better from the factory then the 5-2-1 Hard Start kit ? Thank you !
Your tech needs to see what they missed. May want to spot check some of their other calls. Looks like someone might be padding their hours Theodore.👍👍🇨🇦
I've been wondering about something. We see some AC units with the stamped sheet metal louvers and others where they have a sort of wire cage with fairly large spaces between the wire. I've thought that wire cage style would be better because it seems to me that it would restrict the air flow less. The stamped sheet metal louver style always seem to have areas that are solid which would block air flow. Am I correct about this or all wet? Also, I'm wondering if there is any significant difference in noise between the style of enclosure? Any specific design feature or brand which is quieter than others? I'm thinking in the case where the unit sits right outside a bedroom window. thanks for ideas or suggestions.
The good old days when I started cleaning coils for 4 months straight then did service calls I’m one of the few guys who can work on oil in this area proficiently and not a hack but now retired here in SC 🥃
They are the easiest coils to clean also. Rheem/ Ruud make 1 fastener panel. You didn't even need to remove the top. Yes I know you will say it's better to wash from inside out but that's not true because if that water is flushing through completely and coming through clean it is cleaning coil
maybe service tech was called for "only" the other unit? yes, theysdhoulkd have glanced at any other units and recommended to shedule or pay for cleaning the others befire they break down.
Went to a customers home for a no cool call. First thing I see is the condenser unit sitting next to a dryer vent, looked at the build up on the coil, explained what it would cost to clean, she said no thanks... go figure. I was taught that to see if its clean is to clean it yourself.
Damn! Cleaning the coils was the first thing I learned on these units😮....and it might not be necessary..... But I prefer to pull the covers off.
Great video I don’t get why people neglect ac units you are so nice to people I love how you explain stuff I love your videos ❤
Good job, but those units literally have 1 screw to take the cover off to get better access to clean it much easier.
I love how easy those rheem systems are to wash the coils on. Ted, take the side panels off. It's 1 screw
A nice thick layer is sometimes easier to clean off. I was looking for a dryer vent.
One of the better hose nozzles I have seen being used for this type of cleaning condenser coils/fins. I have seen HVAC contractors use concentrated low flowing streams of water and seem to be okay with that except it takes forever to get complete coverage of the fins. This is just about the best nozzle pattern you can use to have enough water flow and pressure to push out the filth. By far an approved method. Good one Ted.
Truly amazing how the public can call in a professional to help them out and that professional forgets such an obvious concern. Unbelievable !
First thing i did as a tech was wash the outdoor coil-homeowners were amazed! over the years I got lazy!
It is amazing that a technician could have missed such an obvious problem. I know some guys prefer to use dish detergent, claiming it is less harsh then the marketed coil cleaners. Any comments in that regard? Another fine TC Production. 😎
That's not a miss.....that's incompetence.
Unbelievable!! Sounds like a $29 dollar "annual maintenance" spring superdeal! lol The HVAC equivalent of an Earl Scheib four hour auto paint job.
Nice little vid & yes , your tech needs to see it as well ... Thx
Love the fur coat line.
I always advise the customer that I need to clean the cond coil to get better readings but right away they say they will do it to save a pittance of an extra charge and they usually don't, might have been like one of my cheap customers that I usually block afterwards, one cannot get a free detail with an oil change.
That sure looks cleaner Ted, at least that A/C can breath now 👍 Au
Great video. I asked a question on another one of your videos regarding Trane factory start assist kits. Should they be replaced if they go bad and, are they better from the factory then the 5-2-1 Hard Start kit ? Thank you !
Your tech needs to see what they missed. May want to spot check some of their other calls. Looks like someone might be padding their hours Theodore.👍👍🇨🇦
All that fur on that unit you could have knit yourself a sweater. Thxs for the vids!
I've been wondering about something. We see some AC units with the stamped sheet metal louvers and others where they have a sort of wire cage with fairly large spaces between the wire.
I've thought that wire cage style would be better because it seems to me that it would restrict the air flow less. The stamped sheet metal louver style always seem to have areas that are solid which would block air flow. Am I correct about this or all wet?
Also, I'm wondering if there is any significant difference in noise between the style of enclosure? Any specific design feature or brand which is quieter than others? I'm thinking in the case where the unit sits right outside a bedroom window. thanks for ideas or suggestions.
Previous guy -- did the "Free Condenser Cleaning"....
Darn it - when I saw the headline I thought - cool, we get the coil jet.
The good old days when I started cleaning coils for 4 months straight then did service calls I’m one of the few guys who can work on oil in this area proficiently and not a hack but now retired here in SC 🥃
They are the easiest coils to clean also. Rheem/ Ruud make 1 fastener panel. You didn't even need to remove the top. Yes I know you will say it's better to wash from inside out but that's not true because if that water is flushing through completely and coming through clean it is cleaning coil
WELL DONE SIR!
"Missed"?
Absolutely NONE was blown off!!!
I mean, jeez...😮
cmon. not removing the cover ?
maybe service tech was called for "only" the other unit? yes, theysdhoulkd have glanced at any other units and recommended to shedule or pay for cleaning the others befire they break down.
Went to a customers home for a no cool call. First thing I see is the condenser unit sitting next to a dryer vent, looked at the build up on the coil, explained what it would cost to clean, she said no thanks... go figure. I was taught that to see if its clean is to clean it yourself.
You need to RHEEM out that last tech lol
Sheesh‼️...damn thing can breath again‼️🎯
It wasn’t one of your service tech was it ?
One screw Ted one screw come on man
But then it's going to rattle when you put it back together Joe. 😂😎👍
"It wasn't making that noise before."
(Said in a whiny homeowner voice.)
Not needed.
can u cut air filters that are 2 big to fit
Good job sir
Been working on Auto A/C with that 134A?
Yes, my dump truck AC was not working and I had to drive it about a week ago so I filled it up before I drove it to the dump.
Hope you showed the tech the video
great vid!!
How could u miss that.
If that tech missed that fur coat during his scheduled maintenance, he needs to look for another job 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
100% missed, but was it on purpose or a true slip up
Get a Vacuum and clean the bottom also.
It wasn’t missed, it was ignored
A FUR COAT
Property not being maintained more junk for the condencer