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4.4 Refrigerant Line Set Selection
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replacement units, a liquid line filter drier must be
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Test the oil for acid. If it tests positive for acid, a
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4.4.1 Replacing Existing Systems
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4.4.3 Liquid Line Selection
Table 1
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