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3 - HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
Magnetic clutch running-in
1. Install the clutch on the compressor.
2. Install the compressor on the test bench, and
operate the compressor by running the system.
3. Maintain the compressor speed at 500 rpm.
Operate the A/C switch through the ON/OFF
cycle at least 50 times (“ON” for 10 seconds
and “OFF” for 10 seconds)
Leak test
The compressor must be checked for refrigerant
leaks after it is repaired. The procedure is as
follows.
1. Fill the compressor with refrigerant through the
suction side, raising the refrigerant pressure to
at least 0.39 MPaG {5 kgf/cm
2
, 56.3 psig}.
2. Check the compressor for leaks using a
Helium leak detector.
Low
pressure
High
pressure
Connect Valve assembly to suction port
ON
OFF
(50 times)
