ABB

ABB ACH580 Startup Class (WA & OR)

This class was written by Johnson Barrow ABB VFD Product Specialists. It aims to teach 90% of the needed skill sets for programming VFDs for various HVAC applications, and to verify (measure) for proper operation. Students receive printed 150-page booklets divided into 8 tabbed sections with all the information below and are free to make any markups and take the booklets with them for use on their future startups. The majority of the listed tasks are practiced on live demo drives during the class. 

3-Phase dynamics with VFDs

1. How VFDs work and vary motor speed

2. Measuring input vs. output power: What’s different?

3. Why VFD technology dictates installation guidelines

4. Checking rotation in a VFD without bypass compared to a VFD with bypass

5. ABB E-Clipse Bypass: How an intelligent bypass controller works

6. Necessary tools

7. Avoiding common startup and troubleshooting mistakes

ACH580 without Bypass

1. Reading the VFD keypad display (the “dashboard”)

2. Keypad button functions

3. Common warnings & faults

4. ACH580’s new menu structure: Parameters vs. an outline “checklist” format

5. ACH580 control terminal review

6. Initial minimal startup exercise

7. Checking BAS commands and feedback without removing the VFD’s cover

8. Additional programming add-ons, like:

   • Changing the drive name

   • Getting rid of “panel loss” nuisance faults

   • Downstream motor disconnect detection

   • Over speeding (operation over 60Hz)

   • Current-sensitive run status relay setup (i.e. “Hawkeye relay”)

   • Traditional damper control from the VFD terminals

   • BACnet setup: Practice on a live BACnet trunk, and verify it works through diagnostics

ACH580 with E-Clipse Bypass

1. Common warnings & alarms

2. Review of keypad display and button functions

3. Bypass control terminals and how you handle control wires differently

4. Initial minimal startup exercise

5. Checking BAS commands and feedback—without removing the cover

6. Additional programming add-ons, like:

   • Setting up for “safety Open” message on safety trip

   • Bypass start delay (programmable)

   • Bypass disable

   • Traditional damper control

   • BACnet setup: Practice on a live BACnet trunk, and verify it works through diagnostics

AAON

Package Unit Startup Class: 5 Days (Tulsa, OK)

This class is designed to teach the technician basic knowledge to start up and test an AAON Package Unit.

Target Units:

• RQ/RN Units Through C Box

• Non-VFD driven compressors (On/Off, Digital, 2-Step)

• Focus on most common features we utilize in the RQ/RN lines of equipment

Pre-Requisites:

• Must have basic HVAC knowledge

• Must have basic skills working with Meters, Gauges, Tools

• Basic Computer skills recommended

Skills Learned:

• Using Prism 2 software to interface and test an AAON unit

• Verifying configuration in the Controls (VCCX, Modules)

• Setting application/location specific configurations

• Setting up Modulating Gas Valves

• Verifying and adjusting VFD settings for Supply/Exhaust Fan applications

• Verifying unit operation using control force modes

• Basic Electro-Mechanical troubleshooting

• Adjusting appropriate setpoints for specific applications

ClimaCool

Startup and Commissioning (OKC, OK)

The ClimaCool Startup and Commissioning course provides tools and knowledge to perform startup. service, and commissioning on all ClimaCool modular chiller systems

Completion of the in-house and jobsite training provide the tools and knowledge to be an authorized ClimaCool rep to perform startup. service and commissioning on all ClimaCool modular chiller products, including R-410a and R-454b models:

• Water Cooled

• Remote Air Cooled

• Air Cooled Package

• SHC onDEMAND, Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Head Pump and Heat Recovery Chillers

Smardt

Smardt Technical Training Course: 3 Days (Plattsburgh, NY)

The Smardt Technical Training Course is a three-day program designed to equip technicians with the skills and tools necessary to maintain Smardt products. The certification received upon completion of this course authorizes the participants to carry out regular maintenance and basic troubleshooting of Smardt equipment but does not certify them as a third-party trainer on Smardt, Kiltech, or Danfoss equipment nor does it grant permission to start Smardt chillers unassisted. Certification will remain valid for a period of 18 months, after which, Smardt reserves the right to require additional advanced or refresher training in order to maintain certification. Smardt reserves the right to enroll applicants from multiple organizations in any course administered by Smardt and the right to reject applicants or refuse certification at its sole discretion if the contractor or technician pre-requisites listed below are not met.

Computer pre-requisites:

Participants are required to bring a laptop computer that either runs or can emulate Windows 32 bit Operating System (OS) as well as open PDF and MS Office documents. Please note that Windows 10 has not been tested with any of Smardt’s products yet. Participants must also have access to and be able to operate a mobile internet device when servicing Smardt equipment.

Mestek

Mestek Technical Service Training

Designed for individuals on the technical service side of the business, this hands-on class provides a thorough understanding of boilers and water heaters under the Advanced Thermal Hydronics and RBI Boilers and Water Heaters brands. Attendees will learn basic boiler room design, as well as startup, troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for KN and RBI units. Time spent in our live-fire lab will provide attendees the opportunity to gain proficiency with the Heatnet control platform as a system integration control.

Taco

Taco Commercial Training: 2 Days (Cranston, RI)

This hydronic-focused training program features interactive instruction, a factory tour, and comprehensive guidance on HVAC system design.

Topics Covered:

• HVAC pumps and piping systems

• Parallel pumping systems

• Expansion tanks and heat exchangers

• HVAC system concept design