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Tracing Unwanted Noise In the Air-Conditioning System

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CAUTION: Before commencing work, read and observe general repair instructions, air conditioning (A/C) system. Service and Repair

Tracing Unwanted Noise In The Air-conditioning (A/C) System:
When the A/C system is working, there is always a certain amount of noise, because the refrigerant switches from gas to liquid phase and back under different pressures. The A/C system pump and compressor also make a slight humming noise. These noises are normal.

Fault-tracing Charts:

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These fault-tracing charts show how to trace and deal with abnormal noises from the A/C system, such as low-frequency rumble or metallic banging/knocking.