ON-DEMAND CO₂ FIELD TRAINING

When the CO₂ Rack Starts Acting Up, Where Do You Look First?

Learn how experienced CO₂ technicians read system conditions, track down the actual problem, and avoid the mistakes that lead to repeat service calls.

Four practical training sessions covering CO₂ condensing units, common system mistakes, rack conditions, and callback prevention.

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Watch at your own pace

Certificate included

WHY TROUBLESHOOTING GETS COMPLICATED

CO₂ Problems Rarely Point Straight to the Cause.

In CO2 systems, symptoms can be misleading. A warm case, unstable pressure, or oil fault may look like the problem, but they are often just signs of something else.

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What You Will Learn

Build a Better Troubleshooting Process

Technician reading system conditions for CO2 troubleshooting in refrigeration

Read System Conditions

Use pressures, temperatures, alarms, sound, and controller data to narrow down the problem.

Diagram showing process to find the cause behind a symptom in CO2 field troubleshooting

Find the Cause Behind the Symptom

Understand how one part of the system can create problems somewhere else on the rack.

Diagram showing common CO2 mistakes in refrigeration troubleshooting

Avoid Common CO₂ Mistakes

Learn what can go wrong during piping, evacuation, charging, startup, and system adjustment.

Illustration showing reduction of repeat service calls in CO2 refrigeration troubleshooting

Reduce Repeat Service Calls

Catch the setup, sensor, control, and commissioning issues that often send technicians back to the same site.

Close-up of a CO2 refrigeration condensing unit used in field troubleshooting

SESSION 1

CO₂ Condensing Units

With Sam Major of Turner Piping

CO₂ condensing units are becoming more common, but they cannot be treated like standard HFC equipment.

This session covers:

  • Where CO₂ condensing units are used
  • How they differ from larger transcritical racks
  • Piping practices that support proper oil return
  • Pressure ratings and correct piping materials
  • How voltage problems affect system performance
  • Proper evacuation and charging procedures
  • Safe use of transcritical-rated service tools
  • Using alarms, system data, and sound during diagnosis

SESSION 2

Common CO₂ System Mistakes

With Erik Holland

Small mistakes can create pressure problems, compressor cutouts, poor performance, and unsafe service conditions.

This session covers:

  • Why tighter control matters in CO₂ systems
  • Common oil-management problems
  • What causes compressor cutouts
  • Pressure increases caused by trapped liquid
  • How dry ice forms during service
  • Correct CO₂ charging practices
  • Gas-cooler sensor placement
  • Superheat and system-efficiency adjustments
  • Unstable pressure and fan-control problems
Close-up of a CO2 sensor used in refrigeration field troubleshooting
Illustration of oil system service tasks in CO2 refrigeration troubleshooting

SESSION 3

Reading CO₂ Rack Conditions

With Kevin Mullis

The readings on the rack mean very little if you do not understand how they affect one another.

This session covers:

  • Why CO₂ systems struggle in high ambient conditions
  • How gas-cooler pressure affects flash gas
  • When higher discharge pressure can improve operation
  • How to optimize gas-cooler pressure correctly
  • Oil-management faults and safe service procedures
  • MOP and floating-suction conflicts
  • Diagnosing intermittent system faults
  • How commissioning choices create future problems

SESSION 4

Avoiding CO₂ Callbacks

With Andrew Freeburg

Many callbacks begin with something that was missed during installation, setup, or commissioning.

This session covers:

  • Installation practices that prevent recurring issues
  • Correct sensor mounting and insulation
  • Verifying controller settings and alarms
  • Setting up case controllers, MOP, and superheat
  • Tightening connections and testing system operation
  • Defrost schedules and VFD settings
  • Why adjustments should be made one at a time
  • Real sensor-failure and communication problems
Illustration showing defrost process in CO2 refrigeration system
Diagram illustrating CO2 field troubleshooting process

Who This Is For

Built for Technicians Working Around Real CO₂ Equipment

Refrigeration technicians beginning to work on CO₂ equipment

Experienced technicians moving into transcritical systems

Installers and startup technicians

Service managers training their teams

Technicians who want a stronger diagnostic process

You do not need to be a controller programmer to benefit from this course. The focus is on system behavior, field diagnosis, commissioning, and service decisions.

What Is Included

Get Immediate Access

Your purchase includes:

  • Four expert-led CO₂ training sessions
  • On-demand access through Kajabi
  • Practical lessons based on field experience
  • Access from desktop or the Kajabi mobile app
  • Certificate of Completion for Continuing Education Hours
  • Access to the RM Hub community

CO₂ FIELD TROUBLESHOOTING

$147 usd

One-time payment

FAQ

frequently asked questions

Is this course suitable for someone new to CO₂?

Yes. It is designed for refrigeration technicians who are beginning to work with CO₂, as well as experienced technicians moving into transcritical systems.

The four sessions are on demand. You can watch them through Kajabi at your own pace.

You only need a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access. The course can be viewed through a browser or the Kajabi mobile app.

Controller programming is not the main focus. The training focuses on system behavior, field diagnosis, commissioning problems, rack conditions, and avoiding callbacks.

Yes. You will receive a Certificate of Completion after completing the course requirements.

Yes. Your purchase includes access to the RM Hub community, where you can connect with other refrigeration professionals and access additional resources.

The Rack Will Not Hand You the Answer

You need to understand how pressures, temperatures, controls, sensors, piping, and system settings work together.

Learn from technicians who work with CO₂ equipment and see how they approach the problems that show up in the field.