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10th February 2008, 05:23 PM #46
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???????? LIES!
Originally Posted by Cliff Rogers
Yeap, you'll live longer.
i NEVER LIVE LONGER WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF BEING CHEATED WITH SHODDY WORKMANSHIP.
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10th February 2008, 05:24 PM #47
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Well I have seen many installation manuals which tell you to do the purge method. A propper tech will evacuate the system suitably using a multistage pump. Originally Posted by Learner
They don't, at least from what I have seen. With a propper flare, and drop of oil, a fridgy will be able to feel the connection. The correct torque will not make up for otherwise incorrect procedures. Originally Posted by Learner
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10th February 2008, 05:27 PM #48
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You won't if you let it continue to bother you, get over it & move on.
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10th February 2008, 05:27 PM #49
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Originally Posted by AV Elec
YOU MUST BE JOKING. They tell you they supply extra refrigerant for purging?
Show me those manuals?
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10th February 2008, 05:31 PM #50
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Well if the manufactorer doesn't honor warrantee using this goo, then I would tell the mechanic to remove the system, and refund the $$. Simple. Otherwise go to fair trading.
What many people don't realise with AC systems, is dodgy work will often allow the unit to work fine in the short term (albeit not as efficient). The problem is inside the system things are happening, and it could be the difference between lasting 3 years, or 20 years fault free.
Think about that when there is a difference in the install quote is a couple of hundred dollars...
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10th February 2008, 05:37 PM #51
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I am not joking. Originally Posted by Learner
I was an AC mechanic for 10 years, but left 6 years ago. Believe me, there are manuals which say that... Not that we followed them, we just did it the old fashioned way. I was predominately in service/maintenance. I would have installed less than a couple of dozen splits.
I don't even think Artick licence was established then. At least it wasn't inforced as I never got certified. No one ever asked me to do so.
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10th February 2008, 05:46 PM #52
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Interesting! Originally Posted by Learner
???????? LIES!
i NEVER LIVE LONGER WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF BEING CHEATED WITH SHODDY WORKMANSHIP.
Did you take the cheapest quote?
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10th February 2008, 05:53 PM #53
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You are saying you would buy a new car which bolts have been fitted in the factory without a Torque wrench? Originally Posted by AV Elec
We all earn money honestly and expect a good worker to use the right tools and do a good job for our hard earned money.
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10th February 2008, 05:55 PM #54
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No! Originally Posted by bitingmidge
Interesting!
Did you take the cheapest quote?
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10th February 2008, 06:22 PM #55
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I am saying I have never seen a fridgy use a torque wrench on a flare nut. I have known dozens of fridgys.
Torque wrenches were not used on flare nuts at TAFE in either the trade, or the advanced course either. Should I dust off the old notes?
Not all bolts on a car require a torque wrench anyway...
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10th February 2008, 06:23 PM #56
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Move on!
Nothing but posts whinging about air/con, globes and other carp.
Go sharpen a few chisels or do something with a bit of wood.
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10th February 2008, 06:31 PM #57
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before i start i don't to start a argument, but i have never used a torque wrench to tighten up flares on any system and have never had any problems, that is why you are ment to pressure test for leaks. as stated with practice you know when they are tight enough. properly done flares seal really well with out problems..
but on the original message i would go back to the dealer or to who ever recommened this guy and get a exlenation as to his qualifications and abilitys.. otherwise contact artick.. they are now the regulating body.. best of luck
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10th February 2008, 06:40 PM #58
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Great sweeping generalisation... Originally Posted by Learner
i DO NOT LIKE AIR-CON INSTALLERS
Do you like aircon installers giving you (free) advice when you ask for it??
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10th February 2008, 06:47 PM #59
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Name of your Tafe please
Who was your teacher. Name of your Tafe please? Originally Posted by AV Elec
http://www.airconditioningadvice.com...hp?p=91#post91
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10th February 2008, 06:50 PM #60
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http://airconditioningadvice.com.au/...hread.php?t=33 Originally Posted by sdrob
