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09-04-06, 08:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,235
Posted By carrier hvac

There are several possibilities. But to be honest...

There are several possibilities. But to be honest with you. It will be cheaper to replace a window unit than it will be to repair one. The unit could be dirty. Does the compressor get very hot? There...
09-04-06, 08:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,287
Posted By carrier hvac

Have you felt the motor? Is it hot? If there is a...

Have you felt the motor? Is it hot? If there is a fused disconnect at the air handler, check the fuses. Make sure the correct voltage is being applied to the motor.Good Luck..
09-04-06, 08:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,681
Posted By carrier hvac

Check the indoor coil to make sure it is clean....

Check the indoor coil to make sure it is clean. Someone needs to check the amp draw of that fan motor. Otherwise, I would check to make sure some duct has not come loose or gotten crushed .Good...
09-04-06, 08:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 23,789
Posted By carrier hvac

it sounds to me like there are several...

it sounds to me like there are several possibilities here.You have given the do it your self thing a good try.If I were you I would call a professional hvac tech. to find out whats really going on.
06-30-06, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,388
Posted By carrier hvac

I would not want my compressor to cycle any more...

I would not want my compressor to cycle any more then every 5 minutes, at least. Sounds to me like you need a new window unit. The cost involved in repairing a unit like that is usually going to be...
06-30-06, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,080
Posted By carrier hvac

That sounds about right to me also. I have never...

That sounds about right to me also. I have never been a fan of the dye test though.It is messy and I just dont like putting things into a refrigeration system that dont need to be there.If you were...
06-30-06, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,423
Posted By carrier hvac

I agree with that. I would also add that in my...

I agree with that. I would also add that in my state (Virginia) it is code to have a float switch in the auxiliary drain pan to shut the unit down in case of just this situation. If my unit were in...
06-30-06, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 18,267
Posted By carrier hvac

I would like to have my "split" closer to 20...

I would like to have my "split" closer to 20 degrees than not. It does not matter how high efficient the unit is. The basics or refrigeration still apply.That temperature difference is the amount of...
06-30-06, 03:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,499
Posted By carrier hvac

I dont know anything about Mexico. What frequency...

I dont know anything about Mexico. What frequency do they use. Are they 60 HZ like the U.S,or are they 50 HZ. I believe that a load calculation needs to be taken on the house. If you are dimming...
06-30-06, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 989
Posted By carrier hvac

Somewhere on the nameplate for the outside unit...

Somewhere on the nameplate for the outside unit there will be the minimum circuit amps.That is what you need to check.Sounds like you are lacking amps to get the compressor started.How old is the...
03-02-06, 03:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,452
Posted By carrier hvac

Because you said that the motor was very hot,and...

Because you said that the motor was very hot,and due to the age of everything my guess would be that the motor is going bad.I could get technical and explain exactly what I think is wrong.The long...
03-01-06, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,450
Posted By carrier hvac

You have a 5 ton unit.Sounds to me like you may...

You have a 5 ton unit.Sounds to me like you may have some wireing issues.When the unit goes into defrost then 24 volts is suposed to be sent on w1 from the heat pump to the air handler.Thats how the...
03-01-06, 01:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,750
Posted By carrier hvac

circuit breaker to which unit?Indoor or outdoor?

circuit breaker to which unit?Indoor or outdoor?
02-28-06, 01:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,452
Posted By carrier hvac

It could be several things causing the blower not...

It could be several things causing the blower not to run.Could be the relay/contactor that controls the blower operation.Could be the capacitor going bad.Could be the blower motor it self going...
02-28-06, 01:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,572
Posted By carrier hvac

Bryant is owned by the same company that owns...

Bryant is owned by the same company that owns Carrier.They are both owned by United Technologies.
02-27-06, 04:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,434
Posted By carrier hvac

I agree with the rest that a properly installed...

I agree with the rest that a properly installed unit will usually run for a long time.The average life span of any heat pump these days is between 10 and 15 years.American Standard not only owns...
02-27-06, 03:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,329
Posted By carrier hvac

If I understand you correctly, then you are...

If I understand you correctly, then you are looking to replace a through the wall a/c or heat pump.If I am correct,then there are a number of manufactuerers that make those kinds of units.A few of...
02-23-06, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 869
Posted By carrier hvac

A heat pump system consists of a heat pump...

A heat pump system consists of a heat pump (outside unit).An air handler (inside unit).A line set to connect the two .This is how the refrigerent flows from one to the other.Also a thermostat and all...
02-23-06, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,450
Posted By carrier hvac

If you have a new system there could be a wiring...

If you have a new system there could be a wiring problem.Otherwise I would suggest that you call a service tech to check why the back up heat isnt working.Your heat pump will run alot more often if...
02-23-06, 03:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,381
Posted By carrier hvac

Its a good idea to set it and forget it.You can...

Its a good idea to set it and forget it.You can help yourself by making sure your air filter is clean.As far as the general operation of a heat pump goes,I will try to explain it as best I can....In...
02-23-06, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,937
Posted By carrier hvac

I agree completly!Good luck....

I agree completly!Good luck....
02-23-06, 03:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,556
Posted By carrier hvac

not enough info to make an intellagent...

not enough info to make an intellagent diagnosis.You called your unit a package unit.Is the entire unit outside,or are you calling the heat pump a package unit.If you have an air handler in the house...
02-23-06, 02:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,475
Posted By carrier hvac

Just a thought, but it sounds like an old furnace...

Just a thought, but it sounds like an old furnace that has a fan/limit control on it.Possibly not working correctly.Would have to be an old furnace though.Good luck...
02-23-06, 02:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,300
Posted By carrier hvac

The cost difference in the fan motor alone would...

The cost difference in the fan motor alone would be extreme.You need to carfully weigh the cost difference to the energy savings.My opinionis to go with the single stage 90 + gas furnace.But,if you...
02-23-06, 02:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,315
Posted By carrier hvac

I never heard of pvc vent pipe expanding.Check...

I never heard of pvc vent pipe expanding.Check the fall of the pipe.It should angle back toward your furnace.Your installation manual should be very specific on how to run the pipe.Be sure to include...
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