Refrigerant Leakages

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


Refrigerant Leakages

Perform a visual inspection of all refrigeration parts, fittings, hoses and components for signs of A/C lubricant leakage, damage and corrosion. A/C lubricant leakage may indicate an area of refrigerant leakage. Allow extra inspection time in these areas when using either an electrical leak detector or fluorescent dye leak detector [refrigerant dye leak detection kit (SST: J-43926)].
Confirm the leakage with an electrical leak detector if dye is observed. It is possible a prior leakage was repaired and not properly cleaned.
Do not stop when one leakage is found but continue checking for additional leakages at all system components and connections when searching for leakages.
Move the probe along the suspected leakage area at 1 to 2 inches per second and no further than 1/4 inch from the component when searching for refrigerant leakages using an electrical leak detector.

CAUTION:
Moving the electrical leak detector probe slower and closer to the suspected leakage area improves the chances of finding a leakage.