Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers
Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers book cover

Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers

All New 4th Edition

Price
$19.36
Format
Paperback
Pages
720
Publisher
Audel
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0764542060
Dimensions
5.3 x 1.6 x 8.1 inches
Weight
1.45 pounds

Description

From the Inside Flap A reference you’ll warm up to From the background and basics of heating systems to the newest chip-based technology, this first volume of Audel’s HVAC Library gives you comprehensive information you need on the job. Whether you’re installing, servicing, repairing, or troubleshooting an old or new heating system, you’ll find what you’re looking for, from wood and coal furnace maintenance to new calculations and the latest environmental technologies and regulations. Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers From the Back Cover A reference you’ll warm up to From the background and basics of heating systems to the newest chip-based technology, this first volume of Audel’s HVAC Library gives you comprehensive information you need on the job. Whether you’re installing, servicing, repairing, or troubleshooting an old or new heating system, you’ll find what you’re looking for, from wood and coal furnace maintenance to new calculations and the latest environmental technologies and regulations. Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers About the Author James E. Brumbaugh has spent twenty years in the residential and light commercial construction industry. He is an accomplished educator fluent in several languages, and has written more than fifteen books on HVAC, construction, and the building trades. Read more

Features & Highlights

  • A reference you'll warm up to From the background and basics of heating systems to the newest chip-based technology, this first volume of Audel's HVAC Library gives you comprehensive information you need on the job. Whether you're installing, servicing, repairing, or troubleshooting an old or new heating system, you'll find what you're looking for, from wood and coal furnace maintenance to new calculations and the latest environmental technologies and regulations. * Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems * Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs * Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units * Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers

Customer Reviews

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Most Helpful Reviews

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Really good text books (Volume One of Three)

This is book one, of a three book series (or volumes).

Although at first, I didn't know which book to get, so just get all three. There's plenty of good info in all three making it worth while and they're not overly priced. (Material is pretty much spread across all three volumes.)

One reviewer stated it's "Old Info", but have the HVAC manufacturers done anything newer these days not requiring you to know anything within these books? And, if a HVAC manufacturer does have some newer product with bells & whistles (ie. power venter), they usually package an instruction manual including codes and advisories.

The books go into a little more detail then I really needed for installing a boiler in my house. So overall, the books covered most of the details. The only item the books omitted, construction of a utilidor or similar access way (ie. 4 inch ABS with PEX pipes).

Your other option, buying some $100-500 textbook(s).

Remember, safety first. These books adequately detail draft & safety. When in doubt, call a licensed trusted contractor.

I'll likely obtain the Kindle versions since I tend to travel, but am unsure of the quality of the diagrams contained within the Kindle versions. When books have diagrams, it was usually best to obtain the PDF. (Also, if you don't steal, beware of EBooks containing undisclosed DRM which will prevent you from reading the media on other devices!)
20 people found this helpful
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Invaluable reference tool and study guide

As a first year HVAC student, I found this book to be an excellent "go-to" source for much of the information being presented to me on a daily basis. The charts, diagrams, and pictures are an excellent source of information. This book not only covers older units, it covers newer technologies also. All three books in this series will find a home in my office.
15 people found this helpful
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More than sufficient for the novice...

I work as a Plumbing Pro at a home center, and purchased this book to help me field HVAC questions from customers. For anyone attempting to do their own work on heating applications, I'd highly recommend it. Because I live in Alaska, I can't comment on the Air Conditioning element, but would assume that information is just as useful.
14 people found this helpful
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HVAC for newbies

If you have no experience with HVAC then this for you
12 people found this helpful
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Only gets better with age

Audels has been the "go to" volume for professionals and amateurs, alike, for many years.
With this 4th edition, the updates have brought the book to new heights! Truly the "bible"
of the genre, virtually ANYONE can learn and understand the ins and outs of the heating
world at any level they choose. For a "quick fix" to a total replacement, this is the
"be all and end all' book to buy!!!
7 people found this helpful
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Well written, easy for new technicians

I use excerpt from this book when training new technicians. It is well written and has illustrations that help with the explanations for junior technicians
6 people found this helpful
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Better than expected

This book was all that the caption offered and much more explicit detail. I am extremely happy with what the seller advertised and then sent to me. This book has more knowledge than was advertised and that I was sold on.
5 people found this helpful
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Just hmm

I have got and read lots of books for new info . In my jod u need all the help u can get new and old . This book is the best I've read for info on such things as more info on things I thought I know everything about. Just one of the best book for info u can get
5 people found this helpful
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HVAC Fundementals book

This book is full of GREAT information. There is a lot of information that didn't pertain to my job but it's a good buy none the less.
4 people found this helpful
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Worthless small book

The book came damaged but that's not the real issue. This is an old and completely useless book. There is nothing relevant in this book. It just has a lot of pages filled with BS. A complete waste.
2 people found this helpful