EPA Section 609 MVAC Technician Certification PreparationApproved ProgramsMVAC Requirements
Practical service sequence

MVAC Service Workflow

Identify, diagnose, recover, repair, evacuate, charge, verify, label, and document.

Identify before recovery

Confirm the refrigerant and equipment compatibility before connecting a machine.

Diagnose without unnecessary release

Use measurements and manufacturer procedures before opening the circuit.

Recover and keep refrigerants separate

Use approved equipment and isolate contaminated or incompatible material.

Verify and document

After charging, verify operation, leaks, labels, and shop records.

Common mistakes

  • Connecting before identifying refrigerant
  • Charging before repair decisions are complete
  • Skipping final labels and records
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