Instructions for handling R1234yf refrigerant (X5 M)
Work on the refrigerant circuit may only be carried out by experts!
Avoid all contact with liquid or gaseous R1234yf. Wear safety goggles and gloves when working on the refrigerant circuit.
As a gas, R1234yf is colorless, odorless and heavier than air. If it enters the atmosphere, this may result in an imperceptible danger of asphyxiation or in cardiac palpitations, especially in workshop pits.
Ventilate rooms adequately; if necessary, turn on installed extractor systems.
Store filled refrigerant pressure flasks so that they are not subject to direct sunlight or other heat sources (at maximum 45°C). Also avoid exposing them to mechanical claim (e.g. by dropping).
Do not weld or solder on to filled air conditioning systems or in rooms into which R1234yf may have leaked. Exposure to flames or high temperatures (> 50°C) may give rise to toxic products of decomposition (hydrofluoric acid). For this reason, do not smoke either.
In the event of fire, carbon dioxide (C02), extinguishing powder and a sprayed water jet are deemed to be suitable extinguishing agent. Cool reservoirs at risk with a sprayed water jet (risk of bursting!).
If the protective caps on the filling valves are difficult to open, there is a risk of injury from leaking valve inserts (high pressure).
The filled refrigerant circuit of the A/C system is subject to excess pressure. Before carrying out repairs on the A/C system, it is absolutely essential to draw off the refrigerant.
- Before conducting repairs, check the actual pressure drop on the pressure gauge of the A/C service station.
R1234yf must be drawn off, cleaned and returned to the A/C system using an A/C service station following the relevant operating instructions.
For a properly functioning A/C system, it is essential to have the greatest possible levels of cleanliness when working on the A/C system and the longest possible suction process (at least 30 minutes dehumidification from refrigerant circuit) before each filling of the A/C system.
R1234yf easily absorbs moisture. Therefore, seal off opened pipes, air conditioning condenser, evaporator, air conditioning compressor and dryer flask immediately with seal plugs.
- If an A/C system has been completely drained by leakage, accident or repair, the desiccant insert must be replaced as excessive moisture may have entered the system.
With replacement parts, the seal plugs may only be removed immediately before the lines are connected. In the event of warranty claims, the used parts must be provided with plugs to be able to determine the cause of the damage.
Installation note:
After each refill of an A/C system, check that the protective caps of the filling valves are hand-tight. They serve as additional seals.