In the context of refrigeration and HVAC, this refers to self-contained consumer equipment like domestic refrigerators, freezers, and window air conditioners. Unlike central split systems, these units are factory-charged and sealed. Technicians working on them must follow specific EPA regulations for small appliances, usually requiring a Type I certification for refrigerant handling.
Heard on the job
We do commercial refrigeration, so don't dispatch me to fix a major appliance in a residential kitchen.
Also heard as
- white goods