Electricity, Electronics, and Control Systems for HVAC, 4th edition

Published by Pearson (October 18, 2007) © 2008

  • Thomas E. Kissell
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Title overview

For courses in Principles of Heating, Ventilating, AC/Refrigeration, Electricity and Electronics for HVAC and Controls for HVAC.

Electricity, Electronics, and Control Systems for HVAC was written to help students understand how to install, troubleshoot and repair electrical parts of air-conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. The author uses over 20 years of experience to simplify electrical theory, show the operations of motors and controls and teach various troubleshooting techniques. Chapters are devoted to reading and writing diagrams and a unique chapter is included on how to find and keep a job. With strong visuals and a clear presentation, this book is simple enough for beginners yet detailed enough to serve as a reference in the field.

Table of contents

  • 1. Safety Practices for HVAC
  • 2. Fundamentals of Electricity
  • 3. Electrical Circuits
  • 4. Meters and Tools for HVAC
  • 5. Components, Symbols and Diagrams for HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
  • 6. Reading and Writing Schematic (Ladder) and Wiring Diagrams
  • 7. Magnetism, Alternating Current, and Power Distribution
  • 8. Installing HVAC and Refrigeration systems
  • 9. Single-Phase Open Motors
  • 10. Single-Phase Hermetic Motors
  • 11. Three-Phase Open Motors and Three-Phase Hermetic Compressors
  • 12. Relays, Contactors, Solenoids, Motor Starters and Overcurrent Controls
  • 13. Thermostats, Pressure Controls and Timers
  • 14. Controls for Gas, Electric and Oil Heating Systems
  • 15. Controls for Air Conditioning Systems
  • 16. Electrical Control of Heat Pump Systems
  • 17. Electrical Control of Refrigeration Systems
  • 18. Troubleshooting Modern Refrigeration, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Control Circuitry and Systems
  • 19. Electronic Devices for HVAC Systems
  • 20. Direct Digital Controls (DDC) And Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCS)
  • 21. Getting and Keeping an HVAC and Refrigeration Job

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