Advanced Refrigeration Podcast

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HPV & BGV Troubleshooting 101, And Kevin's VFD week.....Episode 415 Audio Apr 14, 2025

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Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass on this episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast, where they dive deep into the week's escapades, including installing and troubleshooting VFDs set high in the air, navigating the quirks of Danfoss icad and CCM valves, and battling unforeseen issues with CO2 stores. They also share tips for overcoming common HVACR challenges, like high-pressure alarms, low receiver levels, and dealing with troublesome solid-state relays. Whether you're facing the world's smallest terminal blocks or trying to keep your cool with heat-radiated sensors, this episode has something for every refrigeration pro.

Basic Refrigeration Diagnostic, Colorado and Important Information about Casa Bonita Episode 414 Audio Apr 07, 2025

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Join Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass in this roller-coaster episode of the Advance Refrigeration podcast, where they dive into the nitty-gritty of refrigeration maintenance and troubleshooting. From swapping out old controllers to humorous exchanges about P&ID diagrams, they share their insights and experiences, including adventures in Casa Bonita and handling CO2 exhaust leaks. The hosts also break down essential diagnostics for refrigeration cases, revealing the complexities of subcooling, air filtration, and battling the dreaded wax clogging in the systems. Packed with practical tips and real-world stories, this episode is both informative and hilariously entertaining.#RefrigerationLife #HVACR #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #CO2Cooling #CasaBonitaChronicles #HVACHumor #SuperTechs #SubcoolingSaga

Basic Refrigeration Diagnostic, Colorado and Important Information about Casa Bonita Episode 414 Video Apr 07, 2025

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Gas Cooler Piping, The Good ,The Bad, And The ugly, & Ohio isn't that bad Episode 413 - Audio Mar 31, 2025

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567890123456789 watching now Premiere in progress. Started 16 minutes ago #413 #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #HVACLife🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT – #413 🚨"Gas Cooler Piping: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly & Ohio (yeah... it's not that bad)"Gas coolers, CO₂ piping, and… hot water in the attic?! 😳Join Brett & Kevin as they brave the wild rooftop jungles of America, from Pittsburgh to Indiana to Denver – all while surviving commissioning chaos, self-contained madness, and piping designs that would make a mechanical engineer cry in a walk-in freezer. 🧊Whether you’re a CO₂ wizard or still figuring out which way the liquid line flows, this one’s got gold:🛠 Gas cooler best practices🌀 Micro distribution unit madness💦 Why is there hot water in the Gas Cooler Water supply?!🛫 Plus: epic travel tales, caffeine-fueled rambling, and... actual tech wisdom.🎧 Listen now before your piping turns into a Picasso.#AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #HVACLife #CO2Refrigeration #TechTalks #PipingFails #HotTakesAndHotWater

Gas Cooler Piping, The Good, The bad, and The ugly &, Ohio isn't that bad..Episode-413 Video Mar 31, 2025

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🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT – #413 🚨"Gas Cooler Piping: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly & Ohio (yeah... it's not that bad)"Gas coolers, CO₂ piping, and… hot water in the attic?! 😳Join Brett & Kevin as they brave the wild rooftop jungles of America, from Pittsburgh to Indiana to Denver – all while surviving commissioning chaos, self-contained madness, and piping designs that would make a mechanical engineer cry in a walk-in freezer. 🧊Whether you’re a CO₂ wizard or still figuring out which way the liquid line flows, this one’s got gold:🛠 Gas cooler best practices🌀 Micro distribution unit madness💦 Why is there hot water in the Gas Cooler Water supply?!🛫 Plus: epic travel tales, caffeine-fueled rambling, and... actual tech wisdom.🎧 Listen now before your piping turns into a Picasso.#AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #HVACLife #CO2Refrigeration #TechTalks #PipingFails #HotTakesAndHotWater

Danfoss 880a Controller Part 2, & A Gas Station BBQ Panic Attack - Episode-412 Video Mar 24, 2025

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Ever wrestled with a Danfoss 880a while your brisket-induced meat sweats kicked in at a shady gas station BBQ joint? What do you get when you mix panic attacks, brisket, and sensor configuration nightmares? Just another episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast Brett & Kevin dive into: Panic Attack Chronicles (gas station BBQ may have been involved) Tech time in Hotlanta – working the front lines in ATL Addressing & configuring Danfoss 880a controllers like pros Building custom sensors (ever made your own liquid level sensor?) High-voltage boards, variable outputs, and the magic of conversion factors Cloning sensors and troubleshooting calc blocks like mad HVAC scientistsIt’s the kind of episode that’ll make you smarter and question your life choices at questionable BBQ joints. Stream it now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you pretend to do paperwork while learning about voltage types and inverter setups.#AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #Episode412 #HVACTechLife #Danfoss880a #GasStationGourmet #MeatSweatsAndModbuses #RefrigerationNation #HVACFails #CustomSensorMadness

Danfoss 880a Controller Part 2, & A Gas Station BBQ Panic Attack - Episode-412 Audio Mar 24, 2025

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Ever wrestled with a Danfoss 880a while your brisket-induced meat sweats kicked in at a shady gas station BBQ joint? 🥩💻What do you get when you mix panic attacks, brisket, and sensor configuration nightmares? Just another episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast 😅

👷‍♂️ Brett & Kevin dive into:

😰 Panic Attack Chronicles (gas station BBQ may have been involved)
🔧 Tech time in Hotlanta – working the front lines in ATL
💻 Addressing & configuring Danfoss 880a controllers like pros
🧪 Building custom sensors (ever made your own liquid level sensor?)
⚡ High-voltage boards, variable outputs, and the magic of conversion factors
🤖 Cloning sensors and troubleshooting calc blocks like mad HVAC scientists

It’s the kind of episode that’ll make you smarter and question your life choices at questionable BBQ joints. 🍖

🎧 Stream it now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you pretend to do paperwork while learning about voltage types and inverter setups.

#AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast #Episode412 #HVACTechLife #Danfoss880a #GasStationGourmet #MeatSweatsAndModbuses #RefrigerationNation #HVACFails #CustomSensorMadness

Danfoss 800A simple Programming and the chaos starts Episode 411 Audio Mar 17, 2025

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🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🔥
Think programming the Danfoss 800A is easy? Think again. 🤯 Brett & Kevin dive deep into the quirks, challenges, and chaos of setting up this controller. Buckle up, techs—it’s gonna be a wild ride! 🎢

🎙 Episode 411 – Danfoss 800A: Simple Programming and the Chaos Begins
📡 Available now on all podcast platforms!

#HVACR #Refrigeration #Danfoss #TechTalk #HVACLife #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast

Danfoss 800A simple Programming and the chaos starts Episode 411 Video Mar 17, 2025

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🎙 Episode 411 – Danfoss 800A: Simple Programming and the Chaos Begins
📡 Available now on all podcast platforms!

#HVACR #Refrigeration #Danfoss #TechTalk #HVACLife #AdvancedRefrigerationPodcast

Danfoss Pack Controllers, BBQ, And Flight Delays – Episode 410 Mar 10, 2025

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Danfoss Pack Controllers, BBQ, And Flight Delays – Episode 410 ✈️🔥🤖

In this episode, we’re diving into Danfoss pack controllers, troubleshooting tips, and how they actually work—because let’s be honest, sometimes it feels like they require an engineering degree and a sacrificial offering. 🛠️🔧

But wait, there’s more! We’re talking BBQ, because what’s refrigeration without perfectly chilled brisket? And of course, flight delays—because what’s an HVAC tech’s worst nightmare besides a warm beer?

Join Brett Wetzel & Kevin Compass as they break down the latest in refrigeration, crack a few jokes, and probably complain about airport food. 🎙️😂

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