He must have missed the "don't" helicopter the service tec videos. thanks for continuing to put out great content.
@scottk0623
2 жыл бұрын
He knows enough to be dangerous
@lawrenceanderson6167
2 жыл бұрын
I always wondered what you meant by a helicopter. After watching this video, I am assuming you mean a customer that hovers around as your repairing their equipment. Right? I am one that likes to do all my home repairs and auto repairs myself. My wife and I had a raised ridge dormer ( another level onto our split level house) put on and she insisted on having a general contractor do the work. Well, so many things went wrong and I had found so many mistakes made ( had to call the building inspector in a few times and he had to order changes. The plumbing guy made like 5 mistakes that I had to call him back (all leaks). The one project that I did not keep hovering over was the inground pool we had put in ( wife's insistence again) and the pool wound up 14" above grade. The contractor insisted it was not his fault ( blamed the excavator which he had do it). I brought him to court to get money to lower the pool and the judge said to the contractor, how much to bring in dirt to bring the surrounding land up 14"? I said it would bring the level of the yard higher then my base of my den door. The judge did not care and gave me a judgement for a few hundred dollars. Ridiculous. So some repairmen wonder why owners watch everything a repairman does.
@joeshearer1247
2 жыл бұрын
Quite the helper there is that your new service tech
@cannaboids1999
2 жыл бұрын
That's lil Jimmy
@sknight0391
2 жыл бұрын
Ted gave him a discount for being so much help. 😎👌
@Sam-pi6ch
2 жыл бұрын
Annoying and Im not even there
@TedCookHVAC
2 жыл бұрын
That’s the homeowner !!
@sknight0391
2 жыл бұрын
@@TedCookHVAC I don't know Ted. I think you might have accidentally hired him without knowing it. He might show up for work on Monday. 😁👌
@americansforhire5378
2 жыл бұрын
Why do customers find the need to stand over you nowadays while you work making small talk instead of letting you do your thing so you can be in and out?
@biblebloopers946
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I was there so I could thank the customer for attempting to help but please go in the house and watch TV
@rpsmith
2 жыл бұрын
My '87 Colman A/C isn't the most efficient unit by todays standards but it's still putting out plenty of cold air on a 105 degree day in Western Kansas!
@Seedavis397
2 жыл бұрын
Bet he’s an engineer
@mansourramzey7711
2 жыл бұрын
Some kind of super helicopter!!!? He reminds me of myself, i like to see and know everything about my appliances, ac .....
@OnusBones
2 жыл бұрын
I believe that Steve Lav would have properly identified that old thing as a Crusty One, Mr. Grinch!
@kaptaintrips
2 жыл бұрын
That helicopter would have been a tweenager when you allegedly removed a 24v crank case heater ten plus years ago...
@terryrobertson8382
2 жыл бұрын
My Parents first Air Conditioner looked just like that, but it was Sears branded. Installed in the late 1970's and finally replaced around 2015. It seems to me like it was well ahead of it's time because it had a variable speed condenser fan that only ran as fast as it needed to. They got really good service from it for a lot of years.
@japmlp09
2 жыл бұрын
Oh I remember that, mom and pops had olive green AND woodgrain lol. What a dinosaur
@douro20
Жыл бұрын
They're a sub brand of Lennox. When this was made they were owned by Magic Chef.
@rfbedell347
2 жыл бұрын
Fluke makes a lot of DVM's with a MFD checker. I have that feature on mine. Fluke's are EXCELLENT test equipment.
@serge.crispino418
2 жыл бұрын
100% CORRECT - My lastest Fluke is a 325 !!
@EP1CNELSON
2 жыл бұрын
the quality of these pre 2000 units were unmatched i cried the other day i had to replace a early 90's trane because the evap coil leaked all the refrigerant out she was still running on negative pressure froze all the way from the evap to the solenoid while i wish we could have caught it earlier she was not worth fixing at that point
@pineychristian
2 жыл бұрын
Hey home owner if you watch this channel your not doing yourself a favor at all. 4 years of electric bills or less on that thing could pay for entire new HVAC system. There is no efficiency when they built those bad boys, it was all about just make it cold back then ....
@TedCookHVAC
2 жыл бұрын
I warned him of that.
@shawnd567
2 жыл бұрын
Yup. People hold onto these things, pay to fix em and pay $1000s each season to run. Even a seer 13 would pretty much cut your bill in half
@pineychristian
2 жыл бұрын
@@TedCookHVAC I installed a mid grade 16 seer system for my aunt last summer. She advised me it cut her electric bill in half. She had a 23 year old system ....
@Pentti_Hilkuri
2 жыл бұрын
Quite basic but decent Fluke meter an electrician might use does usually have capacitance measurement.
@ShookieJay
2 жыл бұрын
Electrician here - it is generally frowned upon to install the incorrect brand breaker in a panel. Sure it fits, but it's technically not code compliant. Always good practice to use the breaker designed for the panel. Acceptable breaker models are usually listed on a sticker on the inside of the panel.
@nomusicrc
2 жыл бұрын
Last It's amazing how the mind works you can walk downstairs but you don't remember why you walked downstairs but you can remember things that happened when you were a kid
@YukonHawk1
2 жыл бұрын
It still amazes how those old gems still work. It's a shame that manufacturers don't take the pride to make products that last to build a loyal customer base. Now they make crap across all industries
@YeOldeGeezer
2 жыл бұрын
Profit trumps everything these days
@emprsnm9903
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. I call it 'getting on the hamster wheel' with most of the modern units made nowadays.
@Jack-vk5ko
2 жыл бұрын
Is the manufactures fault tho? In general, I'd say it's the customers fault. We wanted to pay less for products, so people bought products made in china, even if it meant a poorer product. Now that everything is made there, companies can just charge what they want.
@JackS425
Жыл бұрын
If they were so great why did 99.9% of them get replaced. The survivors are just the good ones, they built plenty of junk back in the day too.
@vacexpert2020
2 жыл бұрын
I helped change out an equally old micro channel condenser not too long ago, it was replaced due to efficiency and noise but still had its full charge and worked fine, it got replaced with an Amana condenser and 96% furnace which almost immediately required servicing
@jazbell7
2 жыл бұрын
My first job after high school in 1955 was at Armstrong Furnace. They had just started making 2 and 3 ton residential air conditinoing units.
@sknight0391
2 жыл бұрын
Good to see Uncle Joe's build back better plan at work there on the roads. 😂😂😂😂 Too bad those Chinese missiles are going to blow them all to pieces. 😳
@1decks
2 жыл бұрын
Duh 🙄
@FSAUDIOGUY
2 жыл бұрын
LMAO!
@irtheLeGiOn
2 жыл бұрын
Weird that home owner would poke at the capacitor while not doing a basic 5 second visual inspection of all the connections coming to and from the cap.
@myHVAClife
2 жыл бұрын
Many Fluke meters test MFD, not just meant for electricians. I have 2, Fluke 902fc HVAC and the 324 Plus. My go to is the FP SC480. Been changing breakers in live panels for years, no big deal, just use common sense. That guy sounds like he needs to get his ass burned one good time to start minding his own business. "FJB"
@yoitsrob
2 жыл бұрын
I was personally offended by his statement. Love my fluke gear
@brnmcc01
2 жыл бұрын
Just one tip I'll add Ted, I like to install the wires on the breaker first, then mount it in the panel. Esp with GE breakers, they're hard to see if you got the wire landed in the right place if the panel is crowded. I just find it easier, and less chance of touching a live wire.
@markae0
2 жыл бұрын
If the power was on to the main bus, all the screw terminals on the other fuses above and below were HOT as well, when he was screwing the wire in tight. Finger or screwdriver can slip.
@serge.crispino418
2 жыл бұрын
@@markae0 - this is how accidents happen - did you see how he was checking to see if the contactor was it ?? freakin idiot pushing that breaker back in whether it was off or on - the panel was LIVE !! if anyone can read my comment - NEVER go into your panel unless you are licensed and competent and for goodness sake use insulated tools !!
@serge.crispino418
2 жыл бұрын
Mr. Cook won't like your comment because he has been working on these things since he was a little boy - he told us recently he was a carpet cleaner as well ??
@ricke8042
Ай бұрын
Fluke is one one the best multimeter in existence. The better models ALL DO have Capacitance capabilities. And not just for electricians. I watch almost every day and love the channel. I know he was a helicopter extraordinaire, and you are a hvac guru check out Fluke capabilities you might just have to have one ..
@FrankTech
2 жыл бұрын
"I watch your videos", but im going to be a helicopter... lol
@Spinonemaster
2 жыл бұрын
Those old units were tanks ... outdoor breakers and connections on units tend to corrode ... never a good thing with high amp parts ... and I've always looked at hard start capacitors as sacrificial in the grand scheme of things ... who knows, maybe he;ll get another ten years out of it ... but if not, I'm sure he'll call you if he needs a replacement ... when you treat a customer fairly and respectfully ... 75% will call you again
@waleyefish9026
2 жыл бұрын
50 year old unit. Up North 25 years is considered old money Pit. I hope he don't burn his house down with his repair.
@bmoney7764
2 жыл бұрын
Fluke 902 Meter have MFD, I use it A LOT. This is why I don’t do residential AC, bc it’s always the home owners that think they cay DYI and make it worse…..
@TedCookHVAC
2 жыл бұрын
DYI ???
@Garth2011
2 жыл бұрын
Yessiree...those terminals weren't heavy enough gauge for that wire/connection. Good review, thanks. That tank isn't stopping anytime soon as long as they don't mind the power bill. That yard needs cleared away from the condenser I'd say.
@waltershulas623
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Ted you gotta love them helicopters great video stay safe brother
@ubangiestomp
2 жыл бұрын
🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁😂
@markae0
2 жыл бұрын
Exterior fuse panel is crazy for all the dirt that gets in. Great video!
@SixTwoHemi
2 жыл бұрын
Customers like this are annoying…..Sheeeeesh
@kc00
2 жыл бұрын
Wow that customer was really annoying
@zesty2023
2 жыл бұрын
I sure wish my company would allow me to fix units any older than 15-20 years old.. and not just have to convince them its not worth fixing and to replace it. >>;
@russelhancock5718
2 жыл бұрын
She's a Crusty One Mr Grinch.
@JohnSnowNW
2 жыл бұрын
Is that thing like 8SEER or something? Might be time to let it go.
@paulsalerno2084
2 жыл бұрын
My fluke reads capicitance
@98pappa
2 жыл бұрын
Customers like this annoy me
@jtoddk98
2 жыл бұрын
He says he’s seen your KZitem videos, so he should know that he is being a textbook helicopter haha
@RaulRM3
2 жыл бұрын
One of those customer🤦🏻♂️
@kaptaintrips
2 жыл бұрын
I imagine Ted was annoyed by the kid and wanted to shooo him away with his Fluke comments. That or he is used to using old analog multimeters. Dont forget to dial in the multiplier or you will peg that needle! Fluke has a very wide range of test instruments. Very wide...
@HomeInspectorCoreyLambrecht
2 жыл бұрын
The guy says he watches your videos -yet he proceeds to be a helicopter anyway ?
@oddo710
2 жыл бұрын
You must not have picked up a Fluke meter in over 20 years
@tkgotwings_6401
2 жыл бұрын
Ted we all know you hired that guy dont lie to us. Ole boy was dressed for the job too LOL
@markcollins457
2 жыл бұрын
He seems like a nice homeowner hanging around for the crash course on electrical trouble shooting. That old Armstrong unit looks like the Heil units we use to sell back in the 70's just remember you have a great memory but it's short!
@Jeff-xy7fv
2 жыл бұрын
The main problem I see here is that there is a GE service panel. Complete GARBAGE! I only install Square-D Homeline or Siemens panels. I recently replaced a 10-year old GE panel that was starting to fail and cause problems for the customer. G.E., we bring bad things to life!
@JMHVAC502
2 жыл бұрын
I have a Fluke 116 meter and it does read MFD
@doublet9212
2 жыл бұрын
I hope this guy watches this video to read these comments. Then he’ll know to take the khakis slacks back inside.
@keysautorepair6038
2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't have touched that thing that looks like a fire hazard waiting to happen.
@chrishuston1451
Жыл бұрын
I have a Lennox from the late 70's early 80's? Both ac & heat. Scares me to say it but the only thing wrong is the drip pan on the ac is leaking. Couldn't afford a new one if I had to!
@mrmichaelthomasortizyesiam8725
2 жыл бұрын
I bet the energy management system is keeping the unit off or only getting half the required voltage need 220 volts.fluke and field peice are both Good meters my old meters went up to 1000 volts capability
@Theoldchum
2 жыл бұрын
An old canned ham unit. What a gem!!
@brucericciardi4707
2 жыл бұрын
Canned ham unit. Lol. That’s like the old York , tomb stone ac units . 😂
@steveksi
2 жыл бұрын
Memory Is a strange thing. Haha. Amazing how some of them units just wont quit.
@Uneedhelp91
Жыл бұрын
Same thing happened at my house last year. The 2nd leg of the breaker went, as some reason there are two breakers instead of a breaker and a disconnect. They are both two pole. I'd never replaced a breaker before so i just called the A/C guy.
@brentaudi9354
2 жыл бұрын
Fun video! He was annoying. Was this a Lennox built "Magic Chef"?
@ryanravencaller
2 жыл бұрын
cool treat to see, i know you’re anti diy hvac but between the two of you, that unit will see several more summers, until the compressor leads completely disappear
@Jay-pu6cu
2 жыл бұрын
I think your statement about flukes not being common for testing caps in inaccurate. Most flukes can test. Even the more inexpensive flukes
@111111111Tiger
2 жыл бұрын
50 freaking years? Give me an ARMSTRONG!
@timmalan3741
2 жыл бұрын
My old fluke that is now my back up has microfarad reading.
@MikeItalian612
2 жыл бұрын
Did you charge him extra for helping ???
@williamtorres3394
2 жыл бұрын
Talk about helicopter my flue 25 reads microfarads
@cwilliams6884
2 жыл бұрын
is it true that the older types of freon made colder air?
@GreyRockOne
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah he should consider replacing that, you got him a little more time though, that's good, nice work
@gocubsgo5055
2 жыл бұрын
This homeowner had all the answers
@549BR
2 жыл бұрын
This definitely was a raise the dead rather then heal the sick call. Reminds me of the joke about the old farmer and his wife listening to the preacher on their radio. As he prayed he asked listeners to put one hand on their radio and the other on the part of their body in need of help. The wife put her hand over heart and the husband laid his free hand on his lap; upon seeing this the wife said dear, the preacher said he was trying to heal the sick, not raise the dead. 😋
@blakesmith2101
2 жыл бұрын
I only heard the word helicopter once.
@williamserver4332
2 жыл бұрын
I saw one of these years ago with that fake wood paneling stickers. Great video
@gatedemon1
2 жыл бұрын
its so weird to see anything with electricity outside of the house is that normal in america???
@robertlee4172
Жыл бұрын
Song lyrics from the 70s, I gotta lot of those swimming in my head.
@LuxAudio389
Жыл бұрын
Helicopter talks to a service man as he 's changing a live breaker😬
@Jackhvac_R
2 жыл бұрын
🚁 🚁 Fly on saturdays to
@Mapdotgolf
2 жыл бұрын
Crazy my 903 fluke has MFD fluke > fieldpeice
@Mapdotgolf
2 жыл бұрын
And I put wires in the put in breaker 😉
@TheNoah1133
2 жыл бұрын
Helicopter
@altyndom7039
2 жыл бұрын
Anti diy, let’s swap the breaker why pay an electrician.
@azcatfan3544
Жыл бұрын
I hear the choppers hovering, they’re hovering overhead…..
@DandyDon1
2 жыл бұрын
Did Armstrong manufacture for Singer?
@russellhancock9765
2 жыл бұрын
I bet You will never find another unit that will last as long as that one did.
@timmalan3741
2 жыл бұрын
You'll be back out in near future to replace system.
@thunderwolf8908
Жыл бұрын
This shows the old stuff was definitely built better
@SeanBaker
2 жыл бұрын
Can't stop an Armstrong!
@alannewsome1729
2 жыл бұрын
Got to love those helicopters lol. I guess you can’t stop a Armstrong lol. I think he needs to realize it’s time for serious upgrade. Great job Ted as always.
@meyawabdulaziz3863
2 жыл бұрын
i googled it,,,hehehehe im afraid you will still need a tech
@hotboy1718
2 жыл бұрын
Helicopter City lol
@sknight0391
2 жыл бұрын
Ted & the Sea Man saved the day! 😎👍😎👍😎👍
@ScarabChris
5 ай бұрын
I wouldn't call myself a "helicopter customer" but I do like to watch and ask a question here and there. I do this because I always want to learn. After having my 20 year old AC fixed a few times over the last 10 years, paying attention to the AC guy has paid off. I now fix my own AC. It's still the same 20 year old 4 ton Rheem R22 unit. I just fixed it a couple weeks ago and it's working better than it has in a couple years. The most expensive part was buying the R22.
@paulshinn5394
Жыл бұрын
Fluke 902 is for HVAC
@dwaynelilly1688
Жыл бұрын
Talking to much for me..
@Drewdayz2419
Жыл бұрын
Fluke has a hvac meter , sucker is $400
@huntershortrepairs
2 жыл бұрын
You know, I'll admit that I myself am a helicopter.. however, that being said, I do my best to just stay out of the way and let the guy work. I have the mind of a mechanic and an engineer lol, so I find myself asking questions. I have a good understanding of how things work and im usually pretty good at just doing things myself as best as I can, sometimes though im a little too busy with 2 jobs, and end up just paying someone to do it. Anyways, awesome video!
@kenlowe5900
2 жыл бұрын
So you changed out the capacitor when the capacitor wasn’t the issue. Way to pad the wallet.
@TedCookHVAC
2 жыл бұрын
The charge here was zero. You should not assume things when you don’t really know.
@Berzerk29
2 жыл бұрын
Fluke does make a few clamp meter dedicated to HVAC but I'll stick with my fieldpiece meters, I've had good experiences with my fieldpiece tools.
@Cleofizoid
2 жыл бұрын
Song lyrics from the 70's...CCR "There's a Bathroom on the Right". Now, what did I come into the kitchen for? 😉
@z33511
2 жыл бұрын
Cadillac-Gage made little tanks -- armored vehicles -- for use by security forces. So "Cadillac" and "tank" aren't mutually exclusive.
@techfive7202
2 жыл бұрын
Think I can get 1 more year out of it?
@oldcarnocar
2 жыл бұрын
Helicoptor guy is annoyoooooooooing
@scottmaz4063
2 жыл бұрын
Change the unit, time to upgrade.
@shawncooper754
2 жыл бұрын
DIY should keep his mouth shut and let someone who knows what they’re doing.. diagnose and fix the problem
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