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09-05-16, 06:08 PM | #1 |
Lex Parsimoniae
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EPA Section 608 Technician Type I Certification for a DIYer?
This where I got my Type I cert.. https://www.epatest.com/608/
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Type I Certification – Can only work on Small Appliance (5lbs or less of refrigerant). I think a DIYer might find it easier to buy refrigerant and even tools from the local HVAC supply houses, if you have a type I cert card.. I know it's not necessary for buying R410A, but that might depend on the dealer sometimes. R410A does not harm the Ozone layer, but it is considered to be a cause of global warming. If you don't want to spend the $25 fee to take the Type I Certification test, you still might want to download the (free) windows software package. (Anti-malware & MS security essentials says it's clean). It's got some good safety information, and information about EPA fines etc.. The manual only is on-line at https://www.epatest.com/608/manual/Manual.htm I posted my 'review' of the site here: http://ecorenovator.org/forum/geothe...ac-only-9.html The EPA encourages state law makers to make even stricter laws than the EPA. So be aware that local regulations might over-ride the EPA regulations. A type I EPA Certification allows you to buy any refrigerant on the market.. https://www.epa.gov/section608/refri...es-restriction
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My hobby is installing & trying to repair mini-splits EPA 608 Type 1 Technician Certification ~ 5 lbs or less.. |
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