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Checking System Performance - VDOT A/C System

VDOT A/C System Diagnosis (Checking System Performance):




Steps 1-11:




Steps 12-20:





IMPORTANT: This test is designed for the following garage conditions:
^ 21-32°C (70-90°F)
^ No sun load

Normal discharge temperature is typically at least 7°C (20°F) cooler than the ambient temperature. Follow the steps in this test exactly. The test is designed in order to create enough cooling load in order to cause the V5 to operate at full stroke. This condition is absolutely necessary in order to obtain accurate test results.