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5.5.
Component Functional Test
Confirm each component operates and is functional by using the dap4, MENU I
– MANUAL
CONTROL (Service Level). See dap4 User Manual for details.
5.6.
CHARGING PROCEDURES
WARNING:
Before starting a compressor, the crankcase heater should
be energized for a minimum of 12 hours to reduce the possibility of liquid
slugging on start-up. Failure to energize the crankcase heater could
result in compressor damage. If the system is charged from a vacuum,
the preheating of the compressor is not necessary.
NOTE:
Prior to refrigerant charging, a system vacuum and moisture
removal procedure must have been carried out. Refer to Section
Triple Evacuation and Dehydration Procedure
system.
NOTE:
Improper charging procedure could cause compressor damage
in several ways: excessive Low/High Pressure differences, liquid slugging
or vacuum operation. The below system refrigerant charge procedure is
strongly recommended to reduce these risks.
5.6.1. Air Cooled System Charging
WARNING:
The fixed speed compressor (2
nd
stage) must be charged
before charging the variable speed compressor (1
st
stage) in an Ultra
dual circuit system.
NOTE:
Prior to refrigerant charging, a system vacuum and moisture
removal procedure must have been carried out. Refer to Section
Triple Evacuation and Dehydration Procedure
prior to charging the
system.
5.7.
Refrigerant Handling
The use of recovery/recycling units is required by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
regulations. Technicians who service and dispose of air conditioning and refrigeration
equipment must re- cover the refrigerant instead of venting it to the atmosphere.
Except for extremely small releases of refrigerant such as what occurs when disconnecting
service hoses, a technician who knowingly releases or vents refrigerant to the atmosphere is in
violation of this regulation. Refrigerant purchasers must be certified technicians and have a valid
EPA certification card.