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    The illustration shows how the different pressures work inside a thermostatic expansion valve to regulate refrigerant flow.

    Five Ways to Prevent Thermostatic Expansion Valve Misdiagnosis from Low Airflow

    Sept. 5, 2023
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    If Obvious Adams was a technician, he would visually inspect the HVAC equipment instead of jumping straight to testing.

    How Obvious Adams Would Confront a Comfort Complaint

    Aug. 11, 2023
    The cautionary tale of overthinking and missing problems in plain sight can be applied to your work as a heating and air conditioning technician troubleshooter.
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    You must evaluate the duct system before connecting any new equipment to it. Check duct sizes, location, insulation, and sealing.

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