Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
2. REMOVE LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN CONDENSER AND RECEIVER
a. Remove the nut from condenser.
b. Remove the bolt and the liquid tube from receiver.
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
3. DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN RECEIVER AND COOLING UNIT
Remove the bolt and disconnect the tube from receiver.
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
4. REMOVE RECEIVER
Remove the bolts and receiver with holder.
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL RECEIVER
Install the receiver and receiver holder with the bolt.
HINT: If receiver is replaced, add compressor oil to receiver.
Add 20 cc (1.7 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
2. CONNECT LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN RECEIVER AND COOLING UNIT
a. Lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install them to the tube.
b. Connect the tube with the bolt.
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
3. INSTALL LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN CONDENSER AND RECEIVER
a. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.
b. Install the liquid tube with the bolt to receiver.
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
c. Tighten the nut.
Torque: 14 N.m (140 kgf.cm, 10 ft.lbf)
4. CHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
a. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
b. Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount: 650 ± 50 g (22.93 ± 1.76 oz.)