10 Tips for a Successful Installation

Aug 16 2007 20

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The best way to avoid problems with a refrigeration system is to get it right the first time. But that’s not as easy as it may sound. Whether you are new in the field or have been installing refrigeration systems for years, anyone can benefit from some installation refresher tips. We talked to the experts–who get problem calls every day–to find out where most problems tend to occur, and how to avoid them. Here are their suggestions in our list of Ten Tips for a Successful Refrigeration System Installation.

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Install Tip10 - Insulating Lines

Aug 16 2007 100 mins

This is the tenth and final tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of properly insulating suction and liquid lines is covered.

Install Tip 9 - Nozzle Selection

Aug 15 2007 4 mins

This is the ninth tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of proper distributor nozzle selection will be covered including purpose, sizing criteria and pitfalls to avoid.

Install Tip 8 - Outdoor Unit Placement

Aug 14 2007 4 mins

This is the eighth tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of proper outdoor unit placement will be covered including minimum clearance recommendations and pitfalls to avoid.

Install Tip 7 - Proper Tools for the Job

Aug 13 2007 4 mins

This is the seventh tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of having the proper tools and knowing how to use them will be covered.

Install Tip 6 - Wiring

Aug 10 2007 5 mins

This is the sixth tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of following best-practices wiring procedures will be covered including the "pull-test".

Install Tip 5 - Setting Defrost

Aug 09 2007 6 mins

This is the fifth tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of properly setting up a defrost including how many, how long, and when to schedule will be covered along with fil-safe time and fan delay.

Install Tip 4 - Piping Practices

Aug 08 2007 6 mins

This is the fourth tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of proper piping practices will be covered. Best practices tips include sizing, use of p-traps, sloping lines, brazing, and vertical pipe risers. Additional information can also be found in the following link: http://www.hea

Install Tip 3 - Evaporator Placement

Aug 07 2007 5 mins

This is the third tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of evaporator placement will be covered.

Install Tip 2 - Expansion Valve Selection & Adjustment

Aug 06 2007 6 mins

This is the second tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the proper selection and adjustment of an expansion valve are covered.

Install Tip 1 - Read the Installation Manual

Aug 03 2007 4 mins

This is the first tip in a series of 10 Tips for a Successful Installation of a conventional, commercial refrigeration system. In this episode, the importance of reading the installation manual will be covered. A copy of our installation manual can be downloaded from the following website: http://www.heatcraftrpd.com/resources/install/H-IM-64L.pdf