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Refrigerant Line: Replacement

  1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 
  2. REPLACE FAULTY TUBE OR HOSE 
    NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system. 
  3. TIGHTEN JOINT OF BOLT OR NUT TO SPECIFIED TORQUE 
    NOTE: Connections should not be torqued tighter than the specified torqued. 
    Torque Specifications

    Part tightened N.m kgf.cm ft.lbf
    Compressor x Discharge hose 10 100 7
    Compressor x Suction hose 10 100 7
    Condenser x Discharge hose 10 100 7
    Condenser x Liquid tube 10 100 7
    A/C unit x Liquid and Suction tubes 10 100 7
    Suction line (Block joint) 10 100 7
  4. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT 

    Specified amount: 600 +/- 50 g (21.16 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

  5. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT 

    Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

  6. INSPECT AIR CONDITIONING OPERATION 
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