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Install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances

Install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM18085
State Code
OAU44
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
031315 - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanics
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances to relevant standards, codes and local regulations and is limited to domestic air conditioning and refrigeration systems only.It includes the application of safe working practices, following standard procedures to perform functional checks, test system performance and carry out straightforward maintenance.This unit refers to plug-in appliances only. Where interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.A Refrigerant Handling Licence must be held by any person who carries out work in relation to refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
2 Install and remove domestic refrigeration and air conditioning appliances
  • 2.1 Identify appliance location and site in accordance with customer requirements, regulations, standards, codes of practice and industry guidelines
  • 2.2 Prepare site and install and secure appliance in accordance with manufacturer instructions and industry best practice
  • 2.3 Check operation of the appliance in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.4 Dispose of waste materials and products in accordance with Commonwealth and state/territory legislation, environmental and industry codes of practice
3 Determine operating condition of appliances
  • 3.1 Identify refrigerant used in equipment and protect from ignition sources if refrigerant is flammable
  • 3.2 Carry out established procedures and standard electrical tests to determine actual operating condition
  • 3.3 Follow established work health and safety (WHS) risk control measures and procedures to enable the system to be isolated and checked, where necessary
  • 3.4 Determine the basic refrigeration operating conditions and check for correct operation and safety using appropriate tools, equipment and testing devices
  • 3.5 Follow industry codes of practice and manufacturer service instructions
4 Carry out routine maintenance
  • 4.1 Identify safety hazards and record and implement established risk control measures
  • 4.2 Perform routine maintenance procedure in accordance with manufacturer and client scheduling
  • 4.3 Maintain routine maintenance records and record faults
5 Fault find and troubleshoot faults
  • 5.1 Select equipment and testing devices needed to determine fault
  • 5.2 Apply standard test procedures to determine faults against equipment specifications
  • 5.3 Record test data and record faults, as required
6 Replace, repair or service faulty components
  • 6.1 Disconnect plug in appliance electrically
  • 6.2 Replace electrical components in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 6.3 Select and prepare refrigeration system replacement components
  • 6.4 Recover refrigerant, store and dispose of in accordance with Commonwealth and state/territory legislation and industry codes of practice
  • 6.5 Install refrigeration system components in accordance with industry best practice, standards and codes
7 Return to service domestic refrigeration and air conditioning appliances
  • 7.1 Identify standard electrical tests to identify electrical faults before operating
  • 7.2 Start appliance and operate in accordance with manufacturer standards
  • 7.3 Carry out standard tests to confirm system performance to manufacturer specifications
  • 7.4 Record appliance operating data, as required
  • 7.5 Ensure worksite is cleaned and left in presentable condition in accordance with original presentation, client requirements, industry standards and organisational requirements
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State Code National Code Title Type
WA009 MEM18085A Install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances Unit of competency