Tools and Safety
Is PPE required in class?
Yes
What is a thermostat?
A device that controls temperature
What does the compressor do?
Pumps refrigerant through the system
What does a ground wire do?
Provides a safe path for electricity
What is PVC primer used for?
Cleans and softens PVC pipe before gluing
Is food allowed in the shop?
Yes
What does the gas valve do?
Controls gas flow to the burners
What does the evaporator do?
Absorbs heat from indoor air
What is a transformer?
Changes voltage levels
What is black iron pipe used for?
Gas piping systems
What does a multimeter do?
Measures voltage, amps, continuity
What does a flame sensor do?
Detects the burner flame
What does the condenser do?
Releases heat from refrigerant
What is a capacitor?
Stores and releases electrical energy
What type of pipe is used for brazing?
Copper pipe
What tool is used to recover refrigerant?
Recovery machine
What is a door switch on a furnace?
A safety switch that shuts power off when the panel is removed
What does TXV stand for?
Thermostatic Expansion Valve
What is a contactor used for?
Turns high-voltage equipment on and off
What does soldering flux do?
Helps clean and allow solder to flow in the pipe
What tool is used for brazing?
Oxy-acetylene torch
What is a heat exchanger?
Transfers heat from combustion to the air
What does the metering device do?
Controls refrigerant flow into the evaporator
What prevents motor damage by opening the circuit
What is an overload?
What is a site glass used for?
Checks refrigerant flow