The suction line accumulator is designed to keep liquid refrigerant from entering the compressor while still allowing for oil return. The trouble is that if the oil return port/screen clogs, the accumulator can fill with oil and actually cause the compressor to fail. In addition to that, it can hold contaminated oil in a burnout. […]

Ductless systems didn’t gain popularity in North America until relatively recently. However, it’s no surprise that they’re becoming quite common. They are quiet, efficient, and well worth the price in the long run. Highwall ductless systems have their downsides, though. When they get dirty, they can spread gunk beneath them and make a room smell […]

Breakers are designed to trip anytime the circuit draws a current above the rating for a period of time. The time the breaker takes to trip is a function of how high the circuit amperage is compared to the breaker rating. The higher the amperage above the rating, the faster the breaker will trip. Breakers […]