Table of Contents
About the Author Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: Introduction and History
History of Cabin Heating Systems
History of Air-Conditioning Systems
Evolution of Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems
Chapter 2: HVAC System
Working Safely
Legal Issues
Types of Refrigerant
Heat Transfer
Air Handling System Operation
Automatic Temperature Control and Dual Zone Systems
Chapter 3: AC Refrigeration Systems
Heat Transfer
Orifice Tube Systems
Operation of Each Major AC Component
Basic Cycle for TXV Systems
Chapter 4: Diagnosis of the AC System
Visual Inspection
Leak Testing
Performance Testing
Heat Load Testing
Chapter 5: Recovery, Evacuation, and Recharging the AC System
Refrigerant Identifiers
Recovering the Refrigerant
Evacuating the System
Charging the AC System
Oil for the AC System
Chapter 6: Repairing the AC System
Repairing and Replacing Parts
Component Flushing
Cleaning the Evaporator Core
Metering Devices
Dryer Devices
Compressor
Condenser
Evaporator Core
Retrofitting R12 Systems to R134a
Chapter 7: Electrical Operation and Repair of the HVAC System
Electrically Controlled Components
Diagnosing Electrical Problems
Electrical Testing
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Testing
Chapter 8: Heating System
Overview
Heating System Operation
Diagnosis
Repair Procedures
Source Guide
Glossary