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VRV Data Analysis Class Part 2

In this comprehensive VRV training session, Roman Baugh dives deep into the advanced field settings and control parameters that make Daikin's Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) systems so versatile and efficient.

What You’ll Learn:

Field Settings & Service Tools

  • Complete overview of all field settings available for VRV indoor units
  • How to use Mode 1 settings to monitor system parameters without making changes
  • Understanding Mode 2 settings for making actual system adjustments
  • Service manual navigation and finding critical component locations

 

VRT Technology Deep Dive

  • What VRT (Variable Refrigerant Temperature) really means and why it matters
  • How VRT automatically adjusts evaporator saturation temperature based on outdoor conditions
  • The relationship between saturation, temperature and compressor speed for energy efficiency
  • When and why to turn OFF VRT for better humidity control

 

Humidity Control Solutions

  • Why VRT can cause humidity complaints in Florida and similar climates
  • The science behind dew point and moisture removal
  • How to manually override VRT settings to improve latent capacity
  • Practical troubleshooting for “it doesn’t remove humidity” complaints

 

Advanced System Control

  • Understanding compressor step control (up to 170 different speeds!)
  • Ethernet addressing and group addressing for centralized control
  • Target condensing temperature (TCE) adjustments for heating mode
  • How multiple compressors work together in larger tonnage units

 

Data Analysis & Diagnostics

  • Reading and interpreting service checker data
  • Using piping diagrams with temperature sensor locations
  • Tracking compressor runtime hours for maintenance planning
  • Correlating field measurements with system performance

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Energy vs. Comfort Trade-offs: Learn when to sacrifice some energy efficiency for better humidity control
  • Practical Problem Solving: Real-world scenarios where manual overrides solve customer complaints
  • System Optimization: How to use advanced settings to fine-tune system performance
  • Professional Diagnostics: Advanced techniques for troubleshooting complex VRV issues

 

Perfect for HVAC technicians working with Daikin VRV systems who want to move beyond basic service calls and truly understand the sophisticated control strategies that make these systems so effective.

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