Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers, [Paperback]

James E. Brumbaugh (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764542060 | ISBN-13: 978-0764542060 | Publication Date: February 27, 2004 | Edition: All New 4th Edition

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

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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

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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 720 pages
• Publisher: Audel; All New 4th Edition edition (February 27, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764542060
• ISBN-13: 978-0764542060
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #65,035 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable reference tool and study guide, January 29, 2010

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MH (Sutherlin, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers, (Paperback)

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.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars More than sufficient for the novice..., January 3, 2010

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D Swaney (Big Lake, AK USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers, (Paperback)

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.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Really good text books (Volume One of Three), August 19, 2011

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This review is from: Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers, (Paperback)

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 has 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 need for installing a boiler in my house. So they're pretty good. The only thing the books omit, 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.