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Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser

Removal
1. Discharge refrigeration system. Refer to operating instructions of your refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station for proper procedures.
2. Remove liquid pipes.
3. Remove condenser as shown in figure.






NOTE:
a. Insert protector such as cardboard between condenser and radiator.
b. Immediately plug open fittings to keep moisture out of system.

Installation
1. Install condenser in reverse order of removal.

NOTE:
a. Apply clean compressor oil to O-rings before connecting fittings.
b. Do not apply compressor oil to fitting nuts.
c. Remove protector before installing radiator brackets.
d. When installing a new condenser, add compressor oil through high-pressure pipe port of compressor.

Compressor oil: 1.22 cu in (20 cc)

Tightening torque:
Condenser inlet : 87 - 174 lb.in (9.8 - 19.6 N.m, 1.0 - 2.0 kg.m)
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