HVACR NewsMagazine December 2017

S tate, National, Chapter News License Board Hea ings

Hearing Date : October 11, 2017, 10:00 a.m. Defendant : Leon Stackhouse, 8900 Johnson Road, Mabelvale, AR Initial Inspection Summary: Garland County Health Unit The office received a complaint from Miss Abbott of Malvern. The inspection was completed on June 7, 2017. Several violations were found. Some could have been life threatening if the furnace had been turned on. Violations: 1. Failure to hold a current HVACR license 2. Failure to properly install exhaust vent 3. Failure to install a water level detection device 4. Failure to install a “P” trap as required by manufacturer. 5. Failure to properly secure air filter as required 6. Failure to install new gas flex line as required 7. Failure to install correct size line set Verdict: Mr. Stackhouse was given notice of the hearing but did not attend. The Licensing Board found Mr. Stackhouse guilty of the violations as presented by the inspector and inspector supervisor. The Licensing Board assessed a fine of $1,750.00 in accordance of Arkansas Code Ann. 17-33-303.

Hearing Date : November 8, 2017, 10:00 a.m. Defendant : Steven Morris, 1050 Deborah Lane, Little Rock, AR 72206 Case Summary: Mr. Morris sold Mr. Parsons of Hensley an evaporator coil that was either used or the existing one and repainted it. The coil was corroded and rusty and had been spray painted. A label with a model number had been taped on the coil. It was mislabeled and an apparent attempt to pass an old coil as a new one. It also did not match the brand or configuration. Mr. Morris also did not have a license but had been a registrant. The card expired in May 2016. Additional Case Summary: Steven Morris serviced a couple mobile units as well as a complete change out for Mr. Reed of Sheridan. The change out was not working properly. Mr. Reed paid Mr. Morris $2,825 cash. Violations: 1. Failure to hold a current HVACR License. 2. Failure to install equipment by the terms of their approval. (Sold used coil as new and attached a fictitious label). 3. Failure to properly install condensate line. 4. Failure to follow National Electrical requirements. (Bypassed electrical disconnect for condenser) 5. Failure to properly install parts per manufacturer’s instructions in relation to the coil, sensing bulb, insulation of the coil, condensate drain, condensate drain trap, damaged liquid line). Verdict: Mr. Morris was given notice of the hearing but did not attend. The Licensing Board found Mr. Morris guilty of the violations as presented by the inspector and inspector supervisor. The Licensing Board assessed a fine of $2,750.00 in accordance of Arkansas Code Ann. 17-33-303.

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