Propane Technology

Propane Technology

Hampton University Workforce Development and Allied Health

HVAC Lead Instructor: George Rasberry IV

Propane Technology

Propane Technology

Propane Technology

Propane Technology

Propane Technology

• The purpose of this course is to provide current information,
practices, and procedures to educative and plumbing professionals
on how to design, install, test, and operate propane-based HVAC
and plumbing systems in a safe and efficient manner.

Propane Technology

Propane Technology

After completing this module, you will be able to:

•Identify sources, physical properties, and effects of pressure and temperature on propane.

•Identify which propane industry standards, codes, and regulations correspond to job-related tasks.

•Properly determine an effective system load.

•Identify factors affecting selection of a properly-sized container.

•Identify how to properly select and size pipe and tubing for a vapor distribution system.

•Identify the steps for selecting, sizing, and installing regulators and vapor meters.

•Identify the different vapor distribution systems and appliance checks and tests and recognize the steps to perform them.

•Explain the general procedure for placing a vapor distribution system into operation and when to make the final connection to turn on the system.

•Identify how to validate container, pipe and tubing, regulator, and vapor meter installations.

•Explain the importance of proper venting, combustion air, and purging.

•Identify appliance controls and safety devices and understand their purpose.

•Explain the basic characteristics of burning propane to include the components of a burner, air adjustments, and flame abnormalities