MACS Announces Mobile A/C Boot Camp October 15-16, 2010 – UnderhoodService

MACS Announces Mobile A/C Boot Camp October 15-16, 2010

An intensely focused weekend of top-shelf mobile A/C technician training taught by MACS manager of service training Paul DeGuiseppi is scheduled for Friday, October 15 and Saturday, October 16, 2010 at the training facility of MACS Worldwide in Lansdale, PA.

An intensely focused weekend of top-shelf mobile A/C technician training is scheduled for Friday, October 15 and Saturday, October 16, 2010 at the training facility of the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide in Lansdale, PA.

Training classes taught by Paul DeGuiseppi, MACS manager of service training will begin Friday, October 15 at 1:30pm with a Section 609 certification class and hands-on instruction on how to properly use a refrigerant recovery and recycling machine.

On Saturday, October 16 at 8:00am, DeGuiseppi will present   MACS’ Best Service Practices and Compressor Replacement Procedures. This class covers “Best Practices” service and repair methods for mobile A/C systems. When adhered to, the procedures outlined in this program should help assure more accurate diagnoses, high-quality long-lasting repairs, reduction of comebacks and increased customer satisfaction.

Its “Boot Camp” style approach delivers “everything you need/nothing you don’t” in a fast-paced, highly informative manner. It’s broad-based format not only appeals to individuals with little or no knowledge concerning the operation and service of mobile A/C systems, but it also serves as a great refresher for more experienced technicians.

Attendees may register for one or both days of instruction on the MACS website by creating a log-in and password and registering through the My Profile page. They can also call the MACS office at (215) 631-7020 x 306 and speak with Pam Smith, MACS events manager or e-mail [email protected].

Attendees traveling from out of town can discuss local accommodation options with Pam.

Fees:
Friday only:  $35 MACS members, $55 non-members
Saturday only:  $175 MACS members, $295 non-members
Friday and Saturday: $210 MACS members, $330 non-members.

Note: Saturday’s fees include a continental breakfast and lunch. Travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the attendee.

Major subjects in the class include:
• A/C Systems: What They Do and How They Do It
• A/C System Components: Description and Operation
• A/C System Refrigerants and Oils
• Essential A/C System Service Practices and Precautions
• Fundamental A/C System Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

After a lunch break, MACS instructor, Peter Orlando will conduct an electrical class that answers the questions on troubleshooting components.

The 3-3 session will include the following topics:
• Essential Electricity & Electronics Overview
• Understanding Volts, Amps, Ohms and Wattage
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics and Applications: Including, Voltage drop, High and low amp circuit analysis, using your current probe to locate problems in blower motors, injectors and fuel pumps.

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