Refrigeration Maintenance
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Unit Identification
Units charged with R-404A/R-452A/R-134A are identified by the following methods:
1. R-404A/R-452A/R-134A will be stamped on the unit’s serial plate.
2. Decals will be applied to unit as shown below:
Example of decal - R-404A/R-452A/R-134a Decal
Availability
R-404A/R-452A/R-134A is available from wholesalers. The price will depend upon the quantity purchased. Thirty (30), 50
and 125 containers are available.
Leak Detection
Leaks can be detected by an electronic leak detector such as the G.E. H10G or a portable leak detector (see Tool Catalog). See
Truck and Trailer Service Bulletin T&T 048 for additional details.
Compressor Oil
Thermo King Corporation has chosen to use a compressor oil called Polyol Ester (POE)—also called ester based oil. POE oil
is compatible with R-404A/R-452A and can be used in low temperature applications. This oil is available from service parts (P/N
203-513).
Compressors Shipped with POE Oil
Thermo King compressors are charged with Polyol Ester oil (POE). All gauge fittings are 1/4 inch fittings.
Because Polyol Ester has an affinity for moisture, it must be kept in capped containers. In addition, it should be added as the
last step in system repair. Rubber gloves are recommended when handling Polyol Ester because it may cause skin irritation.
Equipment Recommendations For Use With R-404A/R-452A
Dedicated Equipment
Vacuum Pumps
When evacuating, a two stage, five to seven CFM pump is recommended. It is also recommended that dry nitrogen be used
first. Ideally, a new vacuum pump should be used and dedicated for use with R-404A/R-452A systems because residual
refrigerants may remain in used vacuum pumps.
Pumps used with other Thermo King refrigerants may be used but extreme care should be taken to prevent contamination of
R-404A/R-452A systems with other refrigerants.
The Thermo King Evacuation Station is recommended. This station is available from service parts (see Tool Catalog). See
Truck and Trailer Service Bulletin T&T 061 for additional details.
Use only recommended vacuum pump oils and change oil after every major evacuation. Vacuum pump oils are highly refined
and the use of contaminated oils will prevent the desired vacuum from being obtained. Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in conditions that will destroy the vacuum pump.
CAUTION: POLYOL ESTER (POE) IS THE ONLY OIL FOR USE WITH THERMO KING UNITS USING
R-404A/R-452A. IT SHOULD NOT BE MIXED WITH ANY OTHER TYPE.
CAUTION: Equipment that has been used with other refrigerants MUST NOT be used with R-404A/R-452A
refrigerants. Mixing R-404A/R-452A with other refrigerants will cause contamination of the refrigerant. Using
contaminated refrigerant will cause system failure.
R 134a
REFRIGERANT TYPE / GWP = 1430
COMPRESSOR OIL TYPE
203-516
POLYOL ESTER ISO 35
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Summary of Contents for T-1000R
Page 14: ...Safety Precautions 2 6 Warning Decals 2e24151g0 ...
Page 34: ...Maintenance Inspection Schedule 4 10 ...
Page 57: ...Unit Description 5 23 Purge Mode UT Series 1 3 4 5 2 ...
Page 67: ...Unit Description 5 33 Zone 1 Cool and Zone 2 Cool UT SPECTRUM Units ...
Page 69: ...Unit Description 5 35 Purge Mode UT SPECTRUM Units ...
Page 71: ...Unit Description 5 37 Zone 1 Cool and Zone 2 Heat UT SPECTRUM Units ...
Page 72: ...Unit Description 5 38 ...
Page 74: ...Diesel Electric Menu 6 28 Adjust Brightness 6 29 Time 6 30 ...
Page 120: ...Operating Instructions Standard HMI 7 18 ...
Page 152: ...Engine Maintenance 9 14 T Series Fuel and Oil System Components TK 376 ...
Page 154: ...Engine Maintenance 9 16 T Series Fuel and Oil System Components TK 270 ...
Page 156: ...Engine Maintenance 9 18 UT Series Fuel System Components AMA768 ...
Page 172: ...Engine Maintenance 9 34 T Series Engine Mounting Components for 2 Cylinder Engine ...
Page 184: ...Engine Maintenance 9 46 ...
Page 238: ...Refrigeration Maintenance 10 54 ...
Page 246: ...Clutch Maintenance 11 8 ...
Page 258: ...Structural Maintenance 12 12 ...
Page 264: ...Mechanical Diagnosis 13 6 ...
Page 265: ...14 Electric Standby Diagnosis ...
Page 268: ...Electric Standby Diagnosis 14 4 ...
Page 269: ...15 Refrigeration System Diagnosis ...
Page 272: ...Refrigeration System Diagnosis 15 4 ...
Page 280: ...Remote Evaporators 16 8 ...