There’s a difference between knowing and doing. Here at HVAC Technical Academy, we do both. Mornings are typically dedicated to knowing while in the afternoon we concentrate on the doing.
HVACTA: Motor Swap Out
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HVAC Capacitor: An Introduction
An HVAC capacitor is an important component with one mission: store and release electrical energy to give motors (like the condenser fan and blower fan) the jolt needed to start and keep running smoothly. Two common capacitor types are start capacitors (for initial power) and run capacitors (for continuous operation).
Living the HVAC Way
For those following our posts, it’s easy to get the picture of what HVAC Technical Academy is all about… all participants work hard… every day.
To be clear, the HVACTA track is designed for those individuals who learn best by doing. If you are looking for an easy and slow ride, no need to punch your ticket here. In other words, get ready to learn and work from week one.
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Trong Son Huynh HVAC Training Video | Jan 2026 Workshop
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HVACTA: Condenser Fan Motor Replacement
Nothing like spending an afternoon working on condenser fan motors… today all were tasked to perform full condenser fan motor (CFM) replacements, check capacitors, and, as Mrs. Smith has a hair appointment, all must be completed within 45 minutes. At the end of the day, the resident was happy and had a nice new look.
HVAC Capacitor: What about it?
Like anything else, capacitors do not last forever. Signs of failure including humming, failure to start, or short. Having a bad capacitor also causes the air conditioner system to not operate or not operate the way it was meant to. For example, if the outdoor cfm capacitor goes bad, the cfm will not operate, resulting in blowing warm air instead of cool air. Being in Florida, hot air during the summer months is not a positive experience.