TXV Question

[Kiawah Indian]

As a new member to this site, I am having trouble posting a question for the experts dealing with a backward installed TxV? I have no idea how this valve works and fully believe it is the reason my bill is exhorbitant. Need help, if could direct me to the proper area? I have used search but have found no explanation or result if this valve is installed backwards as Ive been told by two HVAC folks and told by my installer ( a large Chain Dept Store) that it is in correct. Unit runs an extemely long time in both A/C and Heat Modes and is a 14 seer Carrier Heat Pump. Can anyone direct me to the proper location for some answers.
Thank you

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[RoBoTeq]

As a new member to this site, I am having trouble posting a question for the experts dealing with a backward installed TxV? I have no idea how this valve works and fully believe it is the reason my bill is exhorbitant. Need help, if could direct me to the proper area? I have used search but have found no explanation or result if this valve is installed backwards as Ive been told by two HVAC folks and told by my installer ( a large Chain Dept Store) that it is in correct. Unit runs an extemely long time in both A/C and Heat Modes and is a 14 seer Carrier Heat Pump. Can anyone direct me to the proper location for some answers.
Thank you

It's not the TXV.

[Freezeking2000]

As a new member to this site, I am having trouble posting a question for the experts dealing with a backward installed TxV? I have no idea how this valve works and fully believe it is the reason my bill is exhorbitant. Need help, if could direct me to the proper area? I have used search but have found no explanation or result if this valve is installed backwards as Ive been told by two HVAC folks and told by my installer ( a large Chain Dept Store) that it is in correct. Unit runs an extemely long time in both A/C and Heat Modes and is a 14 seer Carrier Heat Pump. Can anyone direct me to the proper location for some answers.
Thank you


I would have a pro repair the valve. You do not have the equipment to change it properly.

[jpsmith1cm]

You would have to work VERY hard to install a TXV backwards.

I'm with the others, call a professional to evaluate the system.

If the company that you are currently dealing with doesn't have any techs who know better, then you may need to find a new contractor.

[beenthere]

If the TXV was in backwards. Your heat pump would not work in heat or cooling mode.

[bmathews]

Look into better insulating and sealing your house. That will cut you bill down quite a bit. It will also cut down on your run times.