DISCHARGING

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3-10d. DISCHARGING THE REFRIGERANT SYSTEM. - continued

NOTE

In accordance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

regulations, refrigerants can not be discharged into the

atmosphere. A refrigerant recovery/recycling unit must be used

whenever discharging the refrigeration system.

1. Connect the yellow 1/4 inch (charge) hose to an approved refrigerant recovery/recycling unit.

CAUTION

Follow instructions for specific container or refrigerant recovery

unit being used to avoid compressor oil loss. Loss of oil could

result in compressor damage.

2. Open pressure gauge and compound gauge valves.

NOTE

Operation of the recovery/recycling unit must be by authorized

personnel only.

3. Operate the recovery/recycling unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

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