HVAC Compressor Failures Caused by Airflow, Charging, and Installation Errors - Matthew Waxer Part 3

About this episode

The episode discusses key factors impacting HVAC system performance and compressor life, focusing on maintenance, airflow, and installation errors.

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Matthew Waxer , HVAC/R Mechanic at Kilmer HVACR Services Inc , about the key factors that impact system performance and compressor life. In Part 3, they focus on the importance of proper maintenance, airflow, and system setup from installation through operation. Matthew explains how correct airflow, refrigerant charge, and fluid mixtures like glycol all play a role in system efficiency and reliability. They also discuss common field mistakes such as poor airflow around equipment, incorrect glycol ratios, and refrigerant loss during servicing. The conversation wraps up with practical tips on maintenance practices, using probes instead of gauges, and avoiding contamination to keep systems running properly over time. Gary and Matthew discuss the key steps needed to keep HVAC systems running properly, focusing on maintenance, airflow, and correct setup. They explain how proper airflow across indoor and outdoor units is critical for system performance and how poor installation choices can lead to long-term issues. Matthew highlights the importance of correct refrigerant charge, coil sizing, and fluid flow…

People in this episode

Host: Gary McCreadie

Guest: Matthew Waxer

Topics covered

• HVAC
• compressor failures
• airflow
• refrigerant charge
• system maintenance
• installation errors

Keywords

• HVAC
• compressor failures
• airflow
• refrigerant charge
• glycol
• system efficiency
• maintenance practices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kilmer HVACR Services Inc

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