Proper refrigerant recovery, recycling and recharging requires the experience of a technician certified in refrigerant recovery and adherence to the instructions provided with the refrigerant recovery equipment.
The Initial Set-Up Instruction Manual, provided with the J 39500 R-134a Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling/Recharging System (ACR4), has specific details on proper evacuation and recharging procedures. For ACR4 technical assistance in the U.S., call 1-800-345-2233.
Always follow the instruction manual provided with your equipment for safe and environmentally conscientious refrigerant system service.
A/C System Oil Charge Replenishing
If oil was removed from the A/C system during the recovery process or during component replacement, the oil must be replenished.
Compressor systems require 250 ml (9 oz) of PAG synthetic oil. Add oil as follows when replacing the A/C system components:
Replaced Component | Oil to Add ml (oz) |
|---|---|
Compressor | If less than 30 ml (1 oz) was drained, add 60 (2). If more than 30 ml (1 oz) was drained, add equal amount. |
Condenser | 30 (1) |
Evaporator | 90 (3) |
Receiver/Dehydrator | 30 (1) plus amount removed |
