Compressors

This online course thoroughly explains the function of the compressor in a refrigeration system. Introduces information on the construction and use of reciprocating, rotary, helical, scroll, and centrifugal compressors. Covers compressor motors, control, and protection. Concludes with a lesson on preventive maintenance for compressors as well as troubleshooting and repair. This course has no prerequisites. Compressors is available in Online Maintenance Training and course manual formats. Lesson 1 - Introduction to Compressors Topics: Open and hermetic compressors; Reciprocating, rotary, helical, scroll, and centrifugal compressors; Multiple compressor applications; Replacement Learning Objectives: – List the five kinds of air conditioning and refrigeration compressors. – Contrast the operation of positive-displacement and kinetic-displacement compressors. – Explain how each kind of the five kinds of compressor raises the pressure of the refriger