Synopses & Reviews
The third book in the comprehensive, updated HVAC Library, a hands-on guide-book for installation, service, and repair for HVAC equipment and components, with detailed coverage of air conditioningCovers basic installation, maintenance, and repair of radiant heating systems, radiators, convectors, unit heating systems, fireplaces, stoves, chimneys, water heat-ers, indoor/outdoor pool heaters, heat pumps, fans, exhaust systems, air cleaners and filters, humidifiers, and dehumidifiersContains special sections on installing air conditioning in new and older construction, including air conditioning calculationsIncludes appendices featuring a trade organization listing, formula cross reference, data tables with conversions, and a manufacturer listing for the products covered in the bookUnique coverage and organization as well as economical cost make this ideal reference for the seasoned HVAC tech, apprentice, or trade school student
Synopsis
Keep it cool or heat things up
This third volume of Audels HVAC Library gives you a comprehensive, hands-on guide to installing, servicing, and repairing all basic air-conditioning systems in both new and older construction. Youll also find complete coverage of specialized heating unitsradiators, radiant heating systems, stoves, fireplaces, heat pumps, and indoor/outdoor pool heaters, plus fans, exhaust systems, air filters, and more. Its what you need to complete your HVAC reference library.
- Make accurate calculations for AC system output
- Tailor AC systems for older construction
- Learn to install and service todays popular electronic air cleaners and filters
- Service less common heating systems such as coal-fired furnaces
- Install, maintain, and repair humidifiers and dehumidifers
- Handle radiators, convectors, and baseboard heating units
Synopsis
Keep it cool or heat things up
This third volume of Audel's HVAC Library gives you a comprehensive, hands-on guide to installing, servicing, and repairing all basic air-conditioning systems in both new and older construction. You'll also find complete coverage of specialized heating units-radiators, radiant heating systems, stoves, fireplaces, heat pumps, and indoor/outdoor pool heaters, plus fans, exhaust systems, air filters, and more. It's what you need to complete your HVAC reference library.
* Make accurate calculations for AC system output
* Tailor AC systems for older construction
* Learn to install and service today's popular electronic air cleaners and filters
* Service less common heating systems such as coal-fired furnaces
* Install, maintain, and repair humidifiers and dehumidifers
* Handle radiators, convectors, and baseboard heating units
About the Author
James E. Brumbaugh has spent twenty years in the residential and light commercial construction industry. An accomplished, hands-on educator, he has written more than fifteen books on HVAC, construction, and the building trades.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
About the Author.
Chapter 1: Radiant Heating.
Chapter 2: Radiators, Convectors, and Unit Heaters.
Chapter 3: Fireplaces, Stoves, and Chimneys.
Chapter 4: Water Heaters.
Chapter 5: Heating Swimming Pools.
Chapter 6: Ventilation Principles.
Chapter 7: Ventilation and Exhaust Fans.
Chapter 8: Air-Conditioning.
Chapter 9: Air-Conditioning Equipment.
Chapter 10: Heat Pumps.
Chapter 11: Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers.
Chapter 12: Air Cleaners and Filters.
Appendix A: Professional and Trade Associations.
Appendix B: Manufacturers.
Appendix C: HVAC/R Education, Training, Certification, and Licensing.
Appendix D: Data Tables.
Appendix E: Psychrometric Charts.
Index.