Do I need to add oil after changing condenser?
Condensers contain some of the system oil. Consult the Factory Service Manual (FSM) and pour the required amount of new refrigerant oil (from a new sealed container so there is no moisture) into one of the refrigerant line ports of the condenser. Typically, about an ounce of oil is required but consult your FSM.
How do you add refrigerant oil to condenser?
Pour the oil very slowly into the intake port or low side of the compressor. This is where the large line entered. While pouring in the refrigerant oil, rotate the hub and clutch slowly to let the oil enter the compressor.
Does oil level affect air conditioning?
To keep your air conditioning systems functioning properly, your AC compressor shouldn’t have too much oil or run low on the lubricant. With excessive oil, your AC system won’t not cool as it should because the flooded oil hinders the flow of refrigerant through the condenser.
Do you put PAG oil in condenser?
When replacing a part like the condenser it is a good idea to add some extra oil with the new refrigerant. Most refrigerants do have some oil in them which should be enough. The majority of the oil in the system stays in the compressor so you should not have any issues if you do not add any more.
How much oil do you add to a new condenser?
Here is the amount of PAG oil needed for its smooth operation by different AC components: Compressor = 1.4 ounces. Evaporator = 1.5 ounces. Condenser = 1 ounces.
Do you add oil to accumulator?
You just want to make sure there is enough oil charge in the accumulator so as to not get a oil free blast of charge to the compressor during charging. Also, unless your charging it with a charging machine, you will not be able to charge the system until the ambient temps is above 40 or so.
Can you add too much PAG oil?
The oil absorbs this heat and keeps the AC components lubricated. The amount of oil should neither be lesser nor greater than the required amount. If you add too much oil to the system, it may pool in various places of the system and can coat the inner walls of the evaporator and condenser coils.
Can you flush out a parallel condenser?
In a condenser that uses parallel flow, the flush won’t necessarily flow through the tubes should they become blocked completely or partially. As such attempting to flush parallel condensers is meaningless and will result in failure.