Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine May 2019

true but their web site is so filled with “stuff” that it is hard to find a clear, definitive answer. So , I went to my go to place, Air Conditioning Contractors of America. I love these guys. They replied with a link to the EPA site that should clear it up. You can verify the information by going to the following link. Just as I was getting excited, I realized the EPA link never specifically mentions 401A. We know this applies to HCFCs but what about HFCs? Oh, the dilemma! See here’s the deal. Before yesterday, I would have bet the farm that 410A required a 608 just like 22—but, when someone I respected and a huge company like Dupont™ stated otherwise, I was in complete melt down, implosion, explosion, and about anything else you can think of. Worra’ worra’! So, I went back to the epa.gov web site. This time I found this in the first paragraph of Section 608 Certification. “ EPA regulations ( 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F ) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act require that technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone depleting refrigerants into the atmosphere must be certified. Starting on January 1, 2018, this requirement will also apply to appliances containing most substitute The EPA speaks on questions for 608. 410A

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A recent article from a very respected blogger and overall smart guy, referenced Dupont which stated in their technical information sheet, “Dupont™ Suva® 410A Frequently Asked Questions” that 410A could be purchased and used by an uncertified person (a person not having a EPA 608.) WOW! Blew my mind. Been in this a day or two and that was a first. So , I got busy and did some research. After all, even the best can get it wrong occasionally. Even big companies can get it wrong. They only hire humans which are fallible ya’ know. So , in my research, I found conflicting opinions. a. Many companies said, “Anyone can buy it, but only 608 certified can use it. b. Dupont™ said, “Anyone can buy it and use it.” Of course

the article was copyrighted 2007 but is still out there on the web. Look up their flyer using this link

Dupont speaks on 410A

So , I decided to check with the EPA. After all, it is their rule. Surely, they can clear it up. That may be