In the "How Air Conditioning Works" YouTube video, the intricate process of air conditioning is meticulously explained by outlining the eight essential components of an air conditioning system. The operation commences with the user setting the thermostat, triggering the activation of the condenser fan and compressor. The compressor plays a pivotal role in pumping refrigerant, a fluid with a low boiling point, throughout the system, absorbing indoor heat and expelling it outside. As the refrigerant travels through the condenser coil, it undergoes a phase change, condensing into liquid form, and releases accumulated heat with the assistance of a fan.
The refrigerant, now in liquid form, undergoes pressure reduction via a metering device, facilitating its ability to absorb the chilled properties of room-temperature air.
The chilled refrigerant circulates through the evaporator coil, where a blower ensures even distribution of the cooled air throughout the house, concurrently purifying it by passing it through a filter. The room temperature air, having absorbed the refrigerant's chilled properties, passes over the evaporator coil, contributing to the overall cooling effect.
The refrigerant, having absorbed heat from the room, returns to the condenser to release the accumulated heat outside. This cyclical process continues until the desired temperature is achieved, at which point the equipment intelligently shuts off. The video effectively demystifies the complexities of air conditioning and AC installations, providing viewers with a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms.
