Bryan continues EPA 608 Prep series with a presentation on Type 2 machines. Read all the tech tips, take the quizzes and find our handy calculators at www.hvacrschool.com/
Got to say these EPA videos are coming at a perfect time because I'm getting ready to take the exam. Really appreciate all the amazing videos and the knowledge.
This guy is definitely an excellent teacher. I've done a lot of postgraduate studying and learning and there are so many teachers that suck but this guy is really good
Amen. I taught myself everything through the years. No more hiring guys who don’t show up, and do crappy work. I’m in the process of building a bedroom, bathroom and laundry room off the back of this house. Doubling the size. By myself!! The market is amazing right now. I buy very low end houses. On quiet streets. Takes some hunting. After this house I’m gonna proceed to start buying lots of unrestricted land in the mountains and building offgrid cabins, ready to go and selling them. I just sold a piece of land in the North Carolina mountains a year ago and the guy I sold it to turned around and sold it for a triple of what I sold it to him for! There’s a huge demand.
Exactly why I want atleast to type 2. Work on my own units and I want to experiment on some rv units by soldering some service ports and doing everything correctly. Good ol r22.
@@matthewstrothers7991 -- With the right bank it can be. Before getting into it though, I'd recommend becoming very familiar with property inspections, code requirements and occupancy permits. You don't have to know everything, just the basics of what they'll be looking at. I've been doing this for almost 10 years and I'm mechanically inclined so over time I've picked up on what to look at when buying a potential property. I can't run the business side of the business like accounting, paperwork, etc. That's what my wife does...I just fix the things. :)
@@JoseVazquez-bm2gn He did so poorly, they revoked his license to post. All kidding aside, I used a study guide called “Technician exam TruePrep” did some of the modules, then skipped down to the EPA Core questions, then the three types. Once I had those fairly well down, I got the SkillCat app, selected “EPA 608 certification” selected “EPA 608 Universal” did it’s programs and then took the test. Did the whole certification for free in some spare time. I just ordered a permanent card for $50.
Great information on what I have received from your channel helped so much of course with reviewing esco as well I can actually say I passed my EPA CERTIFICATION/UNIVERSAL but I know there is still so much knowledge to gather out in the actual field THANK BUD👍
Talking about the TRACE GAS.... …“To cause the least amount of damage to the environment, newly installed systems should be pressurized with dry-nitrogen for leak detection purposes. If an electronic leak detector is to be used, a trace of the system refrigerant can be added to the system along with the dry- nitrogen. The trace gas should be the same as the refrigerant the appliance is going to be charged with. A leak trace gas is not considered a refrigerant under the EPA’s refrigerant management regulations”… pag 12 …“For example, an R-407C system should be leak checked with pressurized dry-nitrogen and a trace amount of R-407C2…pag 21 From EPA Section 608 Preparatory Manual - ESCO
I find it odd that many of the HVAC job postings require EPA 608 Universal certification when it should say EPA 608 Type 2 and/or Type 1 for working on residential and commercial rooftop units.
That fact that oil is miscible in the refrigerant is something so many people forget. When we run the refrigerant through an actual reclaim rated machine, "clean/oil free" that someone pulled out as vapor still has a ton of oil in it we get out. Usually about 1 qt every 50 lbs! When it's sucked out as liquid, we sometimes see 2-3% of it as oil.
For the using of R22 as a leak trace gas, I was seeing and informed recently of it actually being specifically for a question on the test that is asked a lot, but they actually were meaning to say “it’s okay to use a trace amount of the systems refrigerant with an inert gas, even if it is R22”
Great video. Very informative. I'm getting ready to take the exam and install my own mini split. Even including the cost of the tools, here in Mass it's at least 1/3 (if not 1/4) of the cost to buy it on Amazon and install it yourself.
"The EPA recommends that hoses be equipped with low-loss fittings or valves that manually close, or which close automatically, to minimize refrigerant loss when hoses are disconnected. The hoses used for service and with recovery equipment must be equipped with low-loss fittings." ESCO Institute MAnual V9 pg. 5
Hi Bryan, Great stuff here but can you clarify on 2 points you stated & I have not read/heard of before. 1) @2:45 you say that if you have the 608 Type II cert. then the 609 MVAC card is not needed (as of 01-29-1998) 2) @17:38 you say EPA allows small amounts of R-22 to be used with Nitrogen as a trace gas for electronic leak detection? I thought you're supposed to only use whatever type refrigerant is in the leaking system (410a for a 410a system, R134a for a R134a system, etc.)? Can you elaborate or point me to where you found these 2 pieces of info?
bobrub #1. Im Not sure about. New to me The rest are true. And for #2 yeah a small amount because r22 is found easily tho preferred method is use system gas
Just curious.... Why can't you recovery refrigerant from a home ac system using a vacuum pump? What are the differences between a vacuum pump and a recovery pump? Thank You.
What if. U use. Recovered. Refrigerant. Not burnt To use. As a trace has I know it’s not allowed. To use other people gas in other people equipment I always come to this question since I work on small systems
@@rockymountainhvac-r4970 thanks sir. I took type 2 last Friday. I am sure I passed this time. Any suggestion what state would be good for this business, I am planning to leave from Oregon
@@enverturak1526 WA State is fairly good to start an Hvac business. Montana is fairly relaxed. Don't think there is many requirements to start a contracting license in Montana.
Even for the old guys when we passed our EPA test 30 years ago should not be allowed to grandfather and carryover should be mandatory recertification every time there’s a major change in refrigerant and rules no exceptions
It has a high global warming potential, so they probably don't want large quantities of it in the hands of someone who won't follow protocol. I believe the rule went into effect 1/1/2018. I think you used to be able to buy R410 and R404 without a 608 back then too.
Just took the exam today, passed core, type 1 and 3, missed type 2 by one question! And only about 5 questions out of 100 were actually on the practice exams/flash card and study material. They want me to pay for the prep manual and retake the exam.
Clean air act July 1 1992 De minimus Good faith venting Leaks in system 50lb or greater must be fixed if leak rate exceeds the trigger leak rate February 26 2020 HFC, CFC.
Got to say these EPA videos are coming at a perfect time because I'm getting ready to take the exam. Really appreciate all the amazing videos and the knowledge.
Great to hear!
Love these vids! Very nice to take notes to, on top of practice tests that you can take for free, I'm feeling very confident!
This guy is definitely an excellent teacher. I've done a lot of postgraduate studying and learning and there are so many teachers that suck but this guy is really good
I'm just a guy who owns a bunch of rental property and enjoys doing my own work. These videos are fantastic.
Glad you like them!
Amen. I taught myself everything through the years. No more hiring guys who don’t show up, and do crappy work. I’m in the process of building a bedroom, bathroom and laundry room off the back of this house. Doubling the size. By myself!! The market is amazing right now. I buy very low end houses. On quiet streets. Takes some hunting. After this house I’m gonna proceed to start buying lots of unrestricted land in the mountains and building offgrid cabins, ready to go and selling them. I just sold a piece of land in the North Carolina mountains a year ago and the guy I sold it to turned around and sold it for a triple of what I sold it to him for! There’s a huge demand.
Exactly why I want atleast to type 2.
Work on my own units and I want to experiment on some rv units by soldering some service ports and doing everything correctly. Good ol r22.
Was it easy to get into rental property?
@@matthewstrothers7991 -- With the right bank it can be. Before getting into it though, I'd recommend becoming very familiar with property inspections, code requirements and occupancy permits. You don't have to know everything, just the basics of what they'll be looking at.
I've been doing this for almost 10 years and I'm mechanically inclined so over time I've picked up on what to look at when buying a potential property.
I can't run the business side of the business like accounting, paperwork, etc. That's what my wife does...I just fix the things. :)
You are the best in helping your fellow Americans 👍 , Thank you
Taking my Exam today…man thanks for the helpful videos!!!!!
How’d it go
@@vtee4x812 I passed it and got my License 💪🏽
Taking the exam this week wish me luck! Thanks for the amazing videos
updats like who is the job going what to u any tips thinking of getting into the insdutry thanks
How did it go? Was the test hard to pass? Please let me know. I will take my test at any point this year.
@@JoseVazquez-bm2gn
He did so poorly, they revoked his license to post.
All kidding aside, I used a study guide called “Technician exam TruePrep” did some of the modules, then skipped down to the EPA Core questions, then the three types.
Once I had those fairly well down, I got the SkillCat app, selected “EPA 608 certification” selected “EPA 608 Universal” did it’s programs and then took the test.
Did the whole certification for free in some spare time. I just ordered a permanent card for $50.
just need to pass my type 2&3 tomorrow and im good to go! Thanks for these videos i been hearing them many times since i am always busy.
Me too. How'd it go?
@@donnell485 how’s it go for you?
@@KingNidus I haven't retaken it yet
Same here
3:39 can vent.
5:55 trigger rates
6:53 ODP GWP
12:57 record keeping.
13:38 drop in
14:36 open compressors
Great information on what I have received from your channel helped so much of course with reviewing esco as well I can actually say I passed my EPA CERTIFICATION/UNIVERSAL but I know there is still so much knowledge to gather out in the actual field THANK BUD👍
Took mine and got the universal same day. Reading the book is the best way of being ready
Please direct me to the book please thank you sir
@@avquach epa section 608 preparatory manual 9th edition v2
Any tips I’m goin to take my test soon and I know a lot but when I take the test seems like I don’t anything
@@ulisesguevara9850 read the book book couple of times. That’s where all the answers on it. It wasn’t to bad thankfully
Thank you for your videos and your explanation to things . Your videos plus reading the esco prep manual helped me pass my epa 608 .
Thank you alot. Your video help me out on passing my EPA 608 exam last week. 🙏
Taking my epa tomorrow thank you for all the help
I love the logos you guys used! They caught my attention right away! Thanks for the very educative video's
Awesome! Thank you!
Talking about the TRACE GAS....
…“To cause the least amount of damage to the environment, newly installed systems should be pressurized with dry-nitrogen for leak detection purposes. If an electronic leak detector is to be used, a trace of the system refrigerant can be added to the system along with the dry- nitrogen. The trace gas should be the same as the refrigerant the appliance is going to be charged with. A leak trace gas is not considered a refrigerant under the EPA’s refrigerant management regulations”… pag 12
…“For example, an R-407C system should be leak checked with pressurized dry-nitrogen and a trace amount of R-407C2…pag 21
From EPA Section 608 Preparatory Manual - ESCO
Getting ready to take my Exam next week your videos are very informative thank you.
I find it odd that many of the HVAC job postings require EPA 608 Universal certification when it should say EPA 608 Type 2 and/or Type 1 for working on residential and commercial rooftop units.
That fact that oil is miscible in the refrigerant is something so many people forget. When we run the refrigerant through an actual reclaim rated machine, "clean/oil free" that someone pulled out as vapor still has a ton of oil in it we get out. Usually about 1 qt every 50 lbs! When it's sucked out as liquid, we sometimes see 2-3% of it as oil.
For the using of R22 as a leak trace gas, I was seeing and informed recently of it actually being specifically for a question on the test that is asked a lot, but they actually were meaning to say “it’s okay to use a trace amount of the systems refrigerant with an inert gas, even if it is R22”
Great job and video like always
APPRECIATE THIS VIDEO!!BLESSINGS TO YOU GUYS!!!!
Great video. Very informative. I'm getting ready to take the exam and install my own mini split. Even including the cost of the tools, here in Mass it's at least 1/3 (if not 1/4) of the cost to buy it on Amazon and install it yourself.
Glad it was helpful!
"The EPA recommends that hoses be equipped with low-loss fittings or valves that manually close, or which close automatically, to minimize refrigerant loss when hoses are disconnected. The hoses used for service and with recovery equipment must be equipped with low-loss fittings." ESCO Institute MAnual V9 pg. 5
Hi Bryan, Great stuff here but can you clarify on 2 points you stated & I have not
read/heard of before. 1) @2:45 you say that if you have the 608 Type II cert. then
the 609 MVAC card is not needed (as of 01-29-1998) 2) @17:38 you say EPA allows
small amounts of R-22 to be used with Nitrogen as a trace gas for electronic leak
detection? I thought you're supposed to only use whatever type refrigerant is in
the leaking system (410a for a 410a system, R134a for a R134a system, etc.)? Can
you elaborate or point me to where you found these 2 pieces of info?
bobrub #1. Im
Not sure about. New to me The rest are true. And for #2 yeah a small amount because r22 is found easily tho preferred method is use system gas
That's true, if you have type 2 you can handle vehicle AC
What exactly is high head pressure ? I haven’t came across that verbiage yet.
Can you point me to the revised rules on decommissioned equipment?
Just curious.... Why can't you recovery refrigerant from a home ac system using a vacuum pump? What are the differences between a vacuum pump and a recovery pump? Thank You.
Evacuation is to take something from one place to another place. "Please evacuate the building"
Funny, you said longer video, I'm like no, more info! Great content and we'll explained! Thank you.
Thank you
i have to retake type 2 this week 💪🏽
Same it’s all I need for this week
you nail it
Having trouble passing type2. Will there be an issue if I complete my 608 with another group? I passed the core but need type 2.
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I cannot seem to pass core 2 I have studied not sure what I'm doing wrong
What if. U use. Recovered. Refrigerant. Not burnt To use. As a trace has I know it’s not allowed. To use other people gas in other people equipment I always come to this question since I work on small systems
It’s now 2021 has regulations changed for 2021?
I took my exam couple weeks ago, I passed core+type 1 and type 3. My question is now I should retake only type 2 section or also core and type 2?
@@rockymountainhvac-r4970 thanks sir. I took type 2 last Friday. I am sure I passed this time. Any suggestion what state would be good for this business, I am planning to leave from Oregon
@@enverturak1526 WA State is fairly good to start an Hvac business. Montana is fairly relaxed. Don't think there is many requirements to start a contracting license in Montana.
@@enverturak1526 May I ask who you took the EPA exam from?
Even for the old guys when we passed our EPA test 30 years ago should not be allowed to grandfather and carryover should be mandatory recertification every time there’s a major change in refrigerant and rules no exceptions
My question guy is. Do I have to take every level exam or do I take the universal? Thanks in advance!
Passing 1 2 3 and core=universal certification
there isn't a "universal" test. passing all types in turn makes you universally certified.
Hope EPA will be conduct a checkup for all technician to avoid improper procedure. Thanks for share.
Hope so!
Epa should stop by all the junkyards they vent all day all year round
Why don’t the EPA give free recovery tanks to all tech ?
How come you have to have a license to buy 134a by the jug but you can easily buy small cans of automotive 134a at walmart?
It has a high global warming potential, so they probably don't want large quantities of it in the hands of someone who won't follow protocol. I believe the rule went into effect 1/1/2018. I think you used to be able to buy R410 and R404 without a 608 back then too.
Please hire me.
None of the practice questions was on the exam
Just took the exam today, passed core, type 1 and 3, missed type 2 by one question! And only about 5 questions out of 100 were actually on the practice exams/flash card and study material. They want me to pay for the prep manual and retake the exam.
I agree. Took mine yesterday and passed. But the question where all in the book and nothing to do with the practice questions
@@joethompson522 what book did you use ?
@@Kadaf1 Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory Manual 9th Edition (EPA Section 608 Exam)
Read it like 3 times and you should be able to pass pretty easily
Clean air act July 1 1992
De minimus Good faith venting
Leaks in system 50lb or greater must be fixed if leak rate exceeds the trigger leak rate
February 26 2020 HFC, CFC.
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