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Refrigerant Oil: Service and Repair

The oil used to lubricate the compressor circulates in the system while the compressor is operating. Whenever replacing any component of the system or when a large amount of gas leakage occurs, add oil to maintain the original total amount of oil.
Total amount of oil in the system: 150 cc (9.1 fl.oz)

HANDLING OF OIL
1. The oil should be tree from moisture, dust, metal filings, etc.
2. Do not mix oils.
3. The moisture content in the oil increases when exposed to the air for prolonged periods. After use, seal the container immediately.

ADDING OIL FOR REPLACEMENT COMPONENT PARTS
When replacing the system's component parts, be sure to add the following amount of oil to the parts being replaced.

Component parts to be replaced Amount of oil cc (US fl oz, Imp fl oz)
Evaporator core 30 (0.96, 1.1)
Condenser 40 (1.3, 1.4)
Receive/Driver 20 (0.6,0.7)
Compressor 50 (1.6,1.8)
Hose 10 (0.3, 0.4)