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Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers
A reference you'll warm up to From the background and basics of heating systems to the newest chip-based technology, this first volume of Audel's HVAC Library gives you comprehensive information you need on the job. Whether you're installing, servicing, repairing, or troubleshooting an old or new heating system, you'll find what you're looking for, from wood and coal furnace maintenance to new calculations and the latest environmental technologies and regulations. * Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems * Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs * Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units * Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers
796 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 19, 2004
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October 13, 2025
I usually don’t leave reviews, but I had such a positive experience that I felt I should share. After reading Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1, I realized there was still so much I could improve in my home heating system. I reached out to Rocky Mountain for some professional heating system repair, and I have to say they completely exceeded my expectations. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. My furnace is running smoother than ever, and I feel confident that everything is safe and optimized. If you’re looking for reliable help with your heating system, I highly recommend contacting Rocky Mountain they really deliver results!
March 10, 2020
Not that much worth to read
It is quite time consuming reading, the topics are not informative to person who seek real-life application.
All important topics that I want to get simply pass over and just point to other resources.
It is quite time consuming reading, the topics are not informative to person who seek real-life application.
All important topics that I want to get simply pass over and just point to other resources.
March 13, 2020
A great reference!
I bought this as I was designing a house and wanted to understand the heat calculations done by my HVAC designer.
This book is a thorough review of the basics and the technologies used in HVAC systems.
I especially liked chapters 2, 3, and 4 as they delve into the physics of heat transfer and how houses are constructed to minimize (or maximize in the case of air conditioning). The math is straightforward and easy to understand.
The only thing I didn't like about this book (ebook format) was that many of the tables included are rotated 90 degrees. That's fine if you're reading a paper version or on a Kindle, but on an iPad you can't rotate them (you can rotate the iPad but then the image rotates as well).
I'm going to buy Vol 3 to help me figure out how best to heat my house.
I bought this as I was designing a house and wanted to understand the heat calculations done by my HVAC designer.
This book is a thorough review of the basics and the technologies used in HVAC systems.
I especially liked chapters 2, 3, and 4 as they delve into the physics of heat transfer and how houses are constructed to minimize (or maximize in the case of air conditioning). The math is straightforward and easy to understand.
The only thing I didn't like about this book (ebook format) was that many of the tables included are rotated 90 degrees. That's fine if you're reading a paper version or on a Kindle, but on an iPad you can't rotate them (you can rotate the iPad but then the image rotates as well).
I'm going to buy Vol 3 to help me figure out how best to heat my house.
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