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Overcharged Refrigerant Systems
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Unplug and/or disconnect all electrical power
to the unit before performing inspections,
maintenances or service.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock,
serious injury or death.
HIGH PRESSURE HAZARD
Sealed Refrigeration System contains refrigerant
and oil under high pressure.
Proper safety procedures must be followed,
and proper protective clothing must be worn
when working with refrigerants.
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in serious injury or death.
Figure 405 (Overcharged System)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
WARNING
NOTE: Ensure fan is on high speed during testing.
amps will be near normal or higher. Noncondensables
can also cause these symptoms. To confirm, remove
some of the charge, if conditions improve, system
may be overcharged. If conditions don't improve,
Noncondensables are indicated.
NOTE:Factory sealed units will not be overcharged
Whenever an overcharged system is indicated, always
make sure that the problem is not caused by air flow
problems. Improper air flow over the evaporator coil may
indicate some of the same symptoms as an over charged
system.
An overcharge can cause the compressor to fail, since it
would be "slugged" with liquid refrigerant.
The charge for any system is critical. When the
compressor is noisy, suspect an overcharge, when you
are sure that the air quantity over the evaporator coil is
correct. Icing of the evaporator will not be encountered
because the refrigerant will boil later if at all. Gauges
connected to system will usually have higher head
pressure (depending upon amount of over charge).
Suction pressure should be slightly higher.
Compressor
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