Where should the filter drier be installed according to AC service tech?
These driers are installed in the reversing liquid line that runs between the indoor and outdoor section. Reversible driers should never be installed in the reversing gas line that runs between the indoor coil and the 4-Way valve, or the reversing gas line that runs between the outdoor coil and the 4-Way valve.
Where is the dryer located in an AC system?
The AC dryer, also known as the receiver, filter or dehydrator, is located in the high-pressure section of your AC system. The dryer looks like a series of small metal canisters and can usually be found in the plumbing between the condenser outlet and the expansion valve inlet. The AC dryer is an integral part of the AC system in your vehicle.
Where are the refrigerant canisters installed in an air conditioner?
In our air conditioner compressor / condenser unit photo (left) you can observe that two refrigerant filter-driers are installed, one on the low side and one on the high side. The suggestion is that repair work has been done on this system, possibly a compressor replacement.
Do you need to install a refrigerant drier in liquid line?
Installation of filter drier in liquid line is required. Below our photo illustrates the installation of a refrigerant filter/drier at the A-coil – you can see the horizontal drier canister to the right of (and protecting) the tan-colored Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TEV). filter drier.
Can a dryer be replaced with an AC compressor?
While a lower estimate may seem appealing, it may not include a replacement AC dryer, which can wreak havoc on your AC system. At Rivergate Muffler & Auto Repair, we will always make the necessary repairs to your AC dryer when working on your compressor.
When do you need to replace an AC filter drier?
Since even a small amount of dirt, water, or debris can wreak havoc on your air conditioner’s sealed system, you’ll need to replace the filter drier whenever the system is opened. That means if you replace a compressor, TVX, or any other component in the refrigerant system, you should also install a new drier.
The AC dryer, also known as the receiver, filter or dehydrator, is located in the high-pressure section of your AC system. The dryer looks like a series of small metal canisters and can usually be found in the plumbing between the condenser outlet and the expansion valve inlet. The AC dryer is an integral part of the AC system in your vehicle.
While a lower estimate may seem appealing, it may not include a replacement AC dryer, which can wreak havoc on your AC system. At Rivergate Muffler & Auto Repair, we will always make the necessary repairs to your AC dryer when working on your compressor.
When to replace a liquid line filter dryer?
If one end of the filter drier is a markedly higher or lower temperature than the other end, it is likely that the liquid line filter drier is clogged and may need to be replaced in order for the unit to work properly again.