Hey guys thanks for checking out the video, The Apprentice we have here had worked in install for the last two or three years, he started with our company straight out of high school with no previous training and has been going through our apprenticeship program. I did my best to give him accurate information off the top of my head, I don't believe in treating these guys like shit so they quit 🤦♂️ there's too many assholes in our field to do that stupid shit to discourage these guys then bitch don't have people worth wild to train. I'm not saying treat these guys of kids gloves but I am saying do your best to make them, their best. Especially if they show effort and potential. You don't agree with this then you're part of the problem of why are field is suffering even worse than what it needs to.
@MrJujubean
9 ай бұрын
I agree with you. I went to a trade night school after high school then got hired basically green but a guy took me under his wing ,that was in the 70s . He was a great mentor to me.lot of guys in the trade treat their apprentice like a gopher and tool runner
@garypoplin4599
4 ай бұрын
I’m less than two years out of school and keep learning a great deal since. I would jump at the chance to work under you! Great video. And thanks to your tech for being willing to expose himself on KZitem. Maybe he’ll start a channel someday and share his experiences directly. Kudos to you both.
@haroldcruz2143
4 ай бұрын
I like the apprentice work. Nice job apprentice. I wish I had that instructor with such a nice attitude.
@HVACRSurvival
4 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍 Clayton and me are good friends ever since we started working together.
@jasontexter1721
Жыл бұрын
26 degrees compressor superheat was perfect
@natepeterson7145
3 жыл бұрын
Your apprentice looks like he has previous experience. That a solid looking cooler.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
He's been running install the last two or three years and he excelled at that so we put him in service. He's picking up things very quickly. Straight Outta High School no previous training👍👍
@davidnull5590
3 жыл бұрын
Suggestion for your assistant: around 19:55 in the video; When you're hooking up gauges don't have you face anywhere near the connection. And use safety glasses, you really don't want refrigerant in your eyes.
@larryl2459
3 ай бұрын
Your knowledge is awesome, it's great to see a young person seeking a trade to make a living.
@HVACRSurvival
3 ай бұрын
He’s doing 98% of what I’m doing.
@briancarlisi2224
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like a quality install by someone who knew what they were doing. Can’t fault someone for improving their situation with side work. Good video and you have an apprentice who enjoys the work. Congrats!
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
As long as it wasn't one of our guys stealing work from the company I don't care what people do. And yes the guy has excelled at showing effort, hopefully he stays with us🤫
@Ted_E_Bear
3 жыл бұрын
Rick you did a great job with the training !
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I try to give more than I was given when I started.
@embeddedgirl
3 жыл бұрын
I love these Trenton units, significantly better build quality over the heatcraft stuff.
@throttlebottle5906
3 жыл бұрын
20:10 no safety glasses and face very close to port connecting hose! need to make sure he stays far back as possible and understands refrigerant burns can instantly blind you for life among other serious things if you're breathing in. even though it's the low side and likely only worry there is oil, better safe than sorry and it's always good practice. :)
@throttlebottle5906
3 жыл бұрын
the "napping" mouse funny as all. the trainee seems like a quick learner with able hands and seems he'll do good in the field.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I believe so👍👍
@joshuacrider781
3 жыл бұрын
I really like the training video. I just did a year of apprenticing with my uncle he was no where near as nice as you were in this clip 🤬🤬🤬. Love the simplified explanations and questioning wish I had this experience 🤣
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I've been treated like crap and sometimes still do when I'm working on grocery store racks, it's stupid that people need to be like that....That is just another reason why I make these videos.....To get even with people like that.
@garypoplin4599
4 ай бұрын
12:59 - Ok. No fair tricking your tech. You _did_ say, “Pop that _rear_ cover”!
@ntsecrets
3 жыл бұрын
Water also has a specific heat of 1 so holds the most heat, great for de icing.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
sounds good to me. 👍
@jcallen7628
3 жыл бұрын
I do the same with my malco but driver, got the short 2 inch on a 6 inch extension, it always stays together until I need to break it down to 2 inch lol, I’ve never bought the extended malco. Plus I like how you let the new guy do everything so he can figure out how to do work and also to figure out what tools he needs to invest next. That’s how I learned and honestly it helps alot.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
You going to learn if I just do it. Plus that way you can't lose my tools. Thanks man!
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
I use extensions a lot myself, but I also have extra long bits. I use impact rated bits, because, oddly enough, that's the easiest to find around here, at the best price. I prefer those for working with a lot of things because I don't have to fit my screw guns in at angles. I also bought two IKEA 7 2 volt electric screwdrivers. They're fantastic for day to day screw work, with minimal to no drilling. They're not hex adapter either, they're adjustable drill chuck. Now my father uses one as well. Also - very cheap. 20 bucks, so if stolen from my tool bag? Costs less to replace than one 1.5 amp hour Ryobi battery.
@Eddy63
3 жыл бұрын
`Good vid ... Got yourself a sharp apprentice ...
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
He will go far if he sticks with it👍👍
@anthillmobstars
3 жыл бұрын
I do like those Trenton units. They make a nice replacement for existing units. I rarely use them for new but I do like them.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Good to hear that👍👍. I haven't ran into many of them.
@sherwinalvarez7365
3 жыл бұрын
Man i wish is was the guy. Getting trained by the best. By next summer hell be ready.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment, I just try to treat people a little bit better than they treated me
@richardharmon874
2 жыл бұрын
I have no problem with side job bob. Doing side jobs after work is pretty much how i started my own company.
@HVACRSurvival
2 жыл бұрын
My problem is when Bob does a crap job.
@sterlingarcher46
3 жыл бұрын
If your apprentice already got a Leatherman then he's on the right path 👍
@jman0870
3 жыл бұрын
If your home AC is blowing a 13 Delta it's broken. I check superheat/subcool on all air conditioners if they blow under 20, especially on TXV systems. Sometimes they're fine, usually they're low on charge.
@joelacosta3521
3 жыл бұрын
Hi sir your apprentice he is lucky to have one of the best tech to learn kick thank you for the video
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joel for the compliment, I'm just trying to treat people that want to learn better than I was treated when I was starting.
@joelacosta3521
3 жыл бұрын
I wish you was my teacher 22 year ago
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
@@joelacosta3521 I didn't know what I know now back then. And I still feel like I don't know what I wish I Knew now. 🤫🤭
@berylwhite2983
3 жыл бұрын
Did wife the take pants out of your allowance? Lol 😆 Great video
@terrytugwood7848
3 жыл бұрын
That was great instruction from you and a keen and attentive student 👍
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! He's catching on quickly.
@winstonwright3613
3 жыл бұрын
Rick, I LOVED this video. It was great seeing you training someone ( and it looks like he is doing good and learning well by the way). I enjoyed watching you go through almost the whole system and I think you did a great job explaining the difference between evap superheat and total superheat which is a concept alot of people will benefit from your explanation of. Good luck with that white smudge on your crotch!!
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I tried to not sound like a know it all and keep it humble. Thanks 4 saying that👍👍
@winstonwright3613
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival Well, you struck a great balance between teaching and preaching. The company would do well to have as many as possible train with you so they could see how you work, and which tools you use and how you use them. I HOPE to see you on tonight's HVAC Overtime show for the 100th episode!! You should make an appearance. You and Chronic.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
@@winstonwright3613 I recorded a message for them that they might play.
@frankmontefusco6016
3 жыл бұрын
Your apprentice did a great job!!
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Yes he did🍺🍺
@johnwalker890
3 жыл бұрын
Good job to both of you.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John, He watches the videos so I'm sure he might see this he reads the comments.
@karlschoen7297
3 жыл бұрын
Great discussion with your apprentice enjoyed the video 👍
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear Karl, thanks 4 watching!
@gregbowman3598
3 жыл бұрын
Good one Rick 👍
@Boodieman72
Жыл бұрын
Always a surprises me how little there is inside outdoor condenser box.
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
The last time I know about that much ice on an a/c unit was a small ISP, where the owner put in too big of a unit to cool the server room. TINY server room. Constantly cold and wet in there. .
@RJMaker
3 жыл бұрын
Davinci Resolve FTW! :-)
@hvacir9176
3 жыл бұрын
he is really lucky to be trained by you
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
That's awfully nice of you to say, he's getting trained by a lot of different people so I can't take much credit.
@hvacir9176
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival we both know that i was joking :)), you are the best
@gatoguevara71
3 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks for sharing 👍
@edwardapostolos5954
2 жыл бұрын
You can buy those motors directly from mcmillen for about 1/4 price from supply house got sticker shock from supply house waned almost what evap cost for cold pack
@donnierobertson3088
3 жыл бұрын
Nice job
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!🍺👍👍
@jasontexter1721
Жыл бұрын
60 minute defrost is really long I've never let anything over 45 min 😂
@mansourramzey7711
3 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. If i was in the same state and city. I would definitely ask you to fix any ac problems i had, It is not just my own but my few rentals too. Have a great weekend ✌
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud! I appreciate that, you have a great weekend too. I'm on call till Monday morn🤦♂️
@pepsicolachao4537
3 жыл бұрын
“Oh no! I got silicone on my pants! That ain’t coming out, and it’s in my crotch!” That made me laugh
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I'm here 4 your entertainment😎👍👍
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
It's not that funny! I've lost a few pieces of clothing to that sort of thing. Lithium grease doesn't come out either.
@toddthegamer
3 жыл бұрын
10:34 best part lol😂
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
😊 🍺🍺🤣👍👍👍
@toddthegamer
3 жыл бұрын
@HVACR Survival that walk in cooler didnt have thick ice it had thicc ice, 😂
@shine-cg9uf
3 жыл бұрын
I'm upset doctor! I thought I was ur trainee! 😔 great video as always 👌 thanks
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I'm blind leading the blind, hop on board😁
@TheThirdMuskateer
3 жыл бұрын
14:57 spooked me, I thought hermit the frog was in my van
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Now Miss Piggy you be nice🤣👍👍
@TheThirdMuskateer
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival haha, okay. Btw awesome video thanks for showing us how/why the bypass valve works
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheThirdMuskateer your welcome👍👍
@ErickHernandez93
3 жыл бұрын
Heyy man I see everyone has helpers now no fair 🥺🥺🥺😂😂😂
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
One time for half the day 🤣.... I'm normally by myself.
@ErickHernandez93
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival haha 😂 must have felt great to tech a rookie 😎😂😂
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
@@ErickHernandez93 I love helping whoever wants to learn
@sampantiliano
3 жыл бұрын
My problem with teaching is I don’t have the patience to allow my apprentices do the work. I do most of the work and let them ask ?’s until I feel they can do it themselves. My favorite is to say nothing and see if they pay attention or pull the phone out to check Whatever 99% of the kids I see today go to the phone.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not going to say I'm a natural-born teacher because I don't think I am but at this stage in life I feel I have things I can share. Generally it's all things that I had questions on the people didn't have answers for or wouldn't share they answer with me.
@daleborg9070
Жыл бұрын
Rick, what video program do you use to edit your video's? The electrical troubleshooting is still my weak point. I like your video's. Keep them coming.
@HVACRSurvival
Жыл бұрын
DaVinci resolve studio
@alexalicia5686
3 жыл бұрын
why u didnt check the subcool?u should have put the clamps on discharge line after condenser to see how much you got subcool?
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I explained why we don't usually check subcooling in the video. There's all kinds of things we could do, why stop at discharge temp, we could check the breakers to verify they are tight and do a oil sample on the compressor, data log the electrical and refrigerant temps. My point is, there wasn't any reason to check either with the sight glass is full and the pressures match the rule of thumb for the temperatures we were working at.
@sterlingarcher46
3 жыл бұрын
" Sometimes it doesn't pay to have a long one " I'm tryna tell her but she just won't understand 🙄
@stephwaylonwells3218
3 жыл бұрын
👍
@dito601
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like that AC unit is getting all the hot air from that condensing unit , especially on a hot summer day. oh boy… installers should have turned that unit 90 deg.
@charlesmcadory8286
3 жыл бұрын
Have you every tried a steam cleaner such as a CGOLDENWALL 1700W Steamer Cleaning Machine to melt the ice?
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
No I haven't, sounds like a chunk of money$? I get tool money but I would think It's not cheap enough to justify?
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival - I just looked it up myself. Looks pretty cheaply made, and not likely to pull enough power to be effective on ice. I'd look for some old kerosene (coal oil) driven steamers on the fleabay or an auction site like hibid.
@KadirYildiran
3 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@jamestoy426
3 жыл бұрын
So Rick how do ya explain the white stuff on your pants to the wife? Thanks for explaining the head master I understand it better now always learning from your videos trainee doing good
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
She thought it was funny. I have video proof of where it can from 🤣
@throttlebottle5906
3 жыл бұрын
you needed a sump pump to empty the garbage can. lol how in the hell did they let it get that bad!
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
How does any of these things happen?.....no one cares about anything. 🤦♂️
@macbong01
3 жыл бұрын
60minutes defrost? I suggest 30min x 4.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
I've had 40 minute defrost cause the cooler to freeze up because people leave the door open too long and screw with a thermostat settings, it really depends on how high your humidity is. This place is only open in the evenings. Also keep in mind this is an air defrost not electric.
@mainj54
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival You need to be careful with 60 minute defrosts you cant schedule for hours when they are closed. Health Dept. comes in and box temp is high , they don't care if it is defrost .They can be a PIA.
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
The product temp its what they check not the box temp.
@mainj54
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival The Health Dept I dealt with was the strictest in the country
@edwardgarza5104
3 жыл бұрын
Walk-in coolers need a defrost cycle?
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Correct, the evaporator temp runs 18*-20*
@edwardgarza5104
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival ok, so a regular make and break temp control wouldn't work in that application? Thanks for the response
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Correct they use a constant cut in temperature on ones that do not have defrost clocks and monitor the evaporator temperature for the cutout. That way it always kicks in at 38 to 39 degrees and cuts out somewhere around 18 to 20 degrees. They're sensing coil temperature
@steveblake8766
3 жыл бұрын
#170 Thumbs uP
@throttlebottle5906
3 жыл бұрын
SmartSpeed, the speed at which money flies out your wallet "smarts" :))
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
True 👍
@shifter8207
3 жыл бұрын
Those boots dont look csa approved for a few reasons lol
@MaterToys
3 жыл бұрын
What in the world is a " Side Job bob"?
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
A name I made up for somebody that does a side job that wasn't done very nice.
@MaterToys
3 жыл бұрын
@@HVACRSurvival 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣...ok
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
A guy that has a 'real' job working during the day, and does jobs like this on the side for cash, or less than the company he works for would charge.
@MaterToys
3 жыл бұрын
@@tbelding so... a guy that has some knowledge and skills on HVAC, and wants to become his own boss, But in other to get there, he still needs to get another ton of knowledge, that you can only get by actually doing the job. Got it.!
@tbelding
3 жыл бұрын
@@MaterToys - In a lot of cases, that's exactly it (not just in HVAC). In others, it's just someone trying to make extra money on the side. Happens a lot in IT - someone works for a big company, and on the weekends/evenings they help some small companies - especially if they have no family.
@TheNemosdaddy
3 жыл бұрын
Why do they wait so long to call someone?
@HVACRSurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Communication issues between staff and those in charge. This is a club more than just a restaurant.
@karaors8970
3 жыл бұрын
🛠️👍🤳🇹🇷
@roqueherrera8471
Жыл бұрын
Knee pads bruh
@HVACRSurvival
Жыл бұрын
Damn straight, I have worn them since I started at age 19 and I can still walk okay, most guys are hobbling along in their mid-30s. It's not worth it.
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