Jim Bergmann demonstrates the stepbystep process of charging an AC or heat pump system. Follow along to ensure your client's systems are running efficiently and correctly.

Remember these rules before charging:
1. Check evaporator for cleanliness
2. Check condenser for cleanliness
3. Check the filter
4. Make sure the airflow is in range
5. Know your metering device
• TXV, charge by subcooling
• Fixed, charge by superheat

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:18 Understanding Refrigerant Charges
00:37 System Setup and Components
01:23 Superheating and Subcooling Explained
02:25 Measuring Pressure and Temperature
03:03 Importance of Clean Components
05:00 Liquid Seal in the Condenser
06:34 Superheat and Subcooling Calculations
08:03 Airflow and Static Pressure Measurement
09:12 Visual Inspection of Components
11:00 Checking and Adjusting the Charge
14:40 Using measureQuick App for Calculations
16:04 Performance Check and Final Adjustments
18:36 Purging and Connecting Hoses
19:59 Adding Refrigerant
21:43 Summary and Best Practices