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Refrigerant Circuit, Tracing Leaks Using Leak Detection System VAS 6196



Refrigerant Circuit, Tracing Leaks Using Leak Detection System VAS 6196







NOTE: Minor leaks can be made visible e.g. using a fluorescent substance leak detection additive VAS 6196/1.

Leak detection:
- If the refrigerant circuit is completely empty, charge with about 100 g of refrigerant.
- Add leak detection additive VAS 6196/1 to refrigerant circuit and scan the refrigerant circuit using UV lamp.

NOTE: Leak detection additive may remain in the refrigerant circuit.