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Compressor




COMPONENT

SERVICE POINT
If a new compressor is installed, first adjust the amount of oil according to the procedures described below, and then install the compressor.

1. Measure the amount of oil inside the removed compressor.
2. Drain the amount of oil calculated according to the following formula from the new compressor, and then install the new compressor.
New compressor oil amount: 150 cu.cm - X cu.cm = Y cu.cm

NOTE:
1. Y cu.cm indicates the amount of oil in the refrigerant line, the condenser, the cooling unit, etc.
2. When replacing the following parts at the same time as the compressor, subtract the rated oil amount of each part from Y cu.cm and discharge this amount from the new compressor.

Compressor oil: FD46XG (PAG OIL)

Quantity:
Evaporator: 30 cu.cm (1.0 fl.oz.)
Condenser: 40 cu.cm (1.4 fl.oz.)
Suction hose: 10 cu.cm (0.3 fl.oz.)
Receiver: 20 cu.cm (0.6 fl.oz.)