Sealed System - Dryer - GE HPS15BTHR Technical Service Manual

Condenser continued
Rear view of the condenser, and the condenser
strap connected to the base pan

Sealed System - Dryer

Drier
The drier is part of the refrigerators sealed system.
The purpose of the drier is to remove non-
condensable such as moisture and small debris that
may have been introduced into the system during
production or sealed system repairs.
Replacing Dryer:
1. Disconnect power to the refrigerator.
2. Remove the five 1/4 in. hex head screws from
3. Recover refrigerant.
4. Cut the hot gas line section of the drier out using
5. Using a file or cap tube cutters (WX05X10050),
6. Braze or Lokring the drier to the hot gas line and
7. Evacuate and recharge the system using
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the rear access cover.
tubing cutters.
score the cap tube and bend tubing until the
cap tube separates. NOTE: Make sure that the
cap tube ID is free from obstructions.
capillary tubes.
currently accepted procedures.