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Ambient Temperature / Relative Humidity Reference Chart: Correction: Overview

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  1. Recover the refrigerant from the system.
  2. If the condition described on page 28 exist, replace the receiver/dryer.
  3. Evacuate the system for a minimum of 30 minutes and recharge it.
    NOTE: Longer periods of applied vacuum are better.
  4. Operate the system and check its performance.
  5. If the system fails to function correctly, replace the expansion valve.


  1. Check the compressor for noisy or knocking operation.
  2. Recover the refrigerant from the system.
  3. Remove and replace the compressor, if it is noisy/knocking.
  4. Examine the condenser for metal fragments - clean if required.
  5. Replace the receive/dryer.
  6. Evacuate the system for a minimum of 30 minutes and recharge it.
    NOTE: Longer periods of applied vacuum are better.
  7. Operate the system and check its performance.
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