Tool Required

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J 44551 Suction Screen Kit

Important: Suction screens are intended to be installed in the suction hose after a major compressor failure.

The suction screens are available in 3 different sizes.

Insert J 44551-6 sizing tool (1) into the suction hose to select the correct size suction screen.

Fig 1: Installing Suction Screen Sizing Tool
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Insert the suction screen into the compressor end of the suction hose.
Install the correct mandrel (1) to J 44551-5.

Fig 2: Installing Mandrel To J 44551-5
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Install the J 44551-5 screen installation tool (3) over the end of the suction hose and the suction screen (2).
Important: Correct placement of J 44551-5 is critical.
Tighten the forcing screw of J 44551-5. The suction screen is fully installed when the screen is flush with the end of the suction hose fitting.
Remove the J 44551-5 suction screen tool from the suction hose.

Fig 3: Installing Suction Screen Using J 44551-5
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Important: After a major compressor failure, you should also install an A/C refrigerant filter.
Install an A/C refrigerant filter. Refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT FILTER INSTALLATION .
Install the J 44551-1 suction screen notification label.