Vacuum a mini split ~ howididit ~

Hello there, how are ya? Welcome back to ~How I Did It~ This is Part two of the 110v mini split install; this video will show how I vacuumed and, charged the system, and the first time start up of the mini split.
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[profitininfinitenumbers]

Thank you very much I was able to finish last step of my minisplit install
First time I did the vacuuming It wasn’t working
I didn’t have the right adapter fitting
Now my minisplit is working I can have warm winter
In 2022 It was cold for about 3 months
This summer It was hot as hell close to 100 degrees for 2 months
Because my house AC went out
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[simoncrawford]

You just saved me so much time and stress. Simple and concise description of the process. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

[katarinaericka-kristavonbr]

I will have a blessed day now that I saw your video, it is so nice to see a woman doing these things (projects) to give us other women confidence in these kind of projects. Thank you so much God bless you.!!

[hugomaza]

thank you for not be too technical, and you own words and with the tools that you have is enough to understand how to do it, thanks again.

[rockycreekfarms]

Thank you for your video, and taking the time to show us how to do it

[paulstaf]

FYI, you can borrow a vacuum pump and guages from many auto parts stores. Great job!

[michaelmccain]

This step by step video for vacuuming this unit made it easy for me! Thank you!

[yvkwnrq]

Thank you, very simplified instructions and exactly what I was looking for, I'm going on Amazon to purchase the pump and adapters.

[emo]

Already commented on part 1, but this part deserves comments too! Fantastic video! Thanks so much for taking the time that you did. It can never be "too long" LOL. I appreciate the detail. I have this same unit on the way in 2 days. I have no doubt I can get it done now. This really is one of the best install videos I've seen. Thanks again!

[gilesmf]

Mistakes. Do not disconnect the vacuum line before releasing some refrigerant into the system and creating a positive pressure. You are allowing air to enter the system, if it is not pressurized to at least 1 psi.

[wadepatton]

I'm subbing. I saw your video collection scrolling down to this one after seeing your mini-split install. I'm going to recommend your channel to Mom--she does all her stuff too (I help when I'm there). thanks.

[awesomemike]

Awesome thanks for the how to.. going to buy me one of these 110 mini splits this week and do the install. Was concerned on the vacuum process.... thanks again.

[sallybenigni]

Thank you so much for these two to you. We were kind of lost with the wiring on a similiar 110v unit, Premium Levella. Install manual did not cover our specific unit....just general and not helpful. Thank you again so very much.

[johnking]

Love the spirit of this video... Would note a few things.
1. If you don't have proper EPA certification, the EPA can fine you up to $37, 500/day. Anyone willing to turn you in can get a reward of up to $10, 000. I got my EPA-Universal cert by taking a ~$500 class at the community collage.
2. You shouldn't use pliers on these fittings. finger tight should be sufficient.
3. EPA requires that system be leak tested down to 500 microns after evacuation.
4. After vacuum system. close off low pressure side of gauge; Then release refrigerant; Then remove gauges from fitting. If you release hose under vacuum, you'll suck in non-condensibles.

[jorgebastard]

Hi congratulations you explained very well thank you

[wadepatton]

And BTW, if you haven't tried a mosquito repellent with Lemon Eucalyptus oil, you should. It lasts longer than DEET, and it's natural.

[jonasros]

You shouldn't loosen the hoses before opening the freon. Otherwise, air is sucked into the pipes again.?

[davidhankins]

Thank you for the video. You didn't show your power source. You said in the beginning that you were going to plug it into a regular 110 outlet. Where did you get thecpower cord and was UT on the inside air handler or outside compressor. Thanks!

[balkicroatia]

Screwing by fingers not to tight is fine. Using pliers cause overtighten and teflon seal damage.

[PiNYoT]

I noticed you left the blue valve open after turning off the pump to check for leaks. In other youtube videos, they shut this valve off after turning off the pump. Is there a difference between the 2 methods? I tend to think that your way is correct and the gauge will actually change if there is a leak compared to if the valve was turned off.