Section 79 (HVAC Systems - Except Coupe): Plumbing: Receiver/Drier: Description

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The receiver/drier stores unnecessary refrigerant, filters the refrigerant, helps remove moisture from the refrigerant and retains any refrigerant vapor that may leave the A/C condenser until it becomes a liquid. See Fig 1.

The receiver/drier is installed on the high-side of the A/C system and is serviced only as part of the liquid line (Refer to HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/LIQUID LINE - DESCRIPTION) .

Fig 1: Receiver/Drier with Refrigerant Lines - Typical

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1 - CONDENSER FITTING

2 - LIQUID LINE

3 - RECEIVER/DRIER

4 - HIGH SIDE SERVICE PORT

5 - MOUNTING BRACKET

6 - INSULATOR (2)

7 - RETAINER BRACKET

8 - TAPPING PLATE

9 - LOW SIDE SERVICE PORT

10 - A/C SUCTION LINE

11 - SUCTION LINE FITTING