HVAC&R: Air Handlers - Mechanical Systems Coastal Skills Training

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Make sure the temperature is just right at your facility with this course, one in a comprehensive seven-part series. It will teach workers how HVAC components work together and how regular maintenance will help ensure operating efficiency. Designed to give technicians a detailed understanding of air handlers, cooling systems and towers, condensers and electrical systems -- as well as an overview of basic troubleshooting techniques.

Improperly maintained air handlers not only fail to supply the required amount of cooled or heated air needed for comfort -- they can also seriously contaminate the air that people breathe, or become fire hazards. This course teaches how basic air handler systems work, along with maintenance and troubleshooting techniques that will prevent problems while protecting air quality and safety.

Topics covered include:

-Air handler operation
-Variable Air Volume (VAV)
-Constant Air Volume (CAV)
-Pre-maintenance checklist
-Scheduling and maintaining a log
-Tools and PPE
-Critical preventive maintenance
-Fan, belts and motor
-Louver and damper controls
-Air pressure and temperature sensors
-Chilled water coils and drain pan
-Air filters
-Troubleshooting common problems